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FINRA Launches Internal Reviews on AI Use by Financial Professionals
FINRA starts internal reviews on AI use by associated persons, signaling tighter regulatory focus on AI governance in finance.
Wolters Kluwer Unveils AI Tool to Benchmark Outside Counsel Performance
Wolters Kluwer launches AI-powered tool within TyMetrix 360 to help legal teams benchmark firm rates, compliance, and staffing using extensive spend data.
Senators Thune and Klobuchar push bipartisan AI safety bill amid Trump opposition
Senators Thune and Klobuchar advance bipartisan AI safety legislation to protect legal duties, while Trump opposes new AI laws, signaling regulatory divide.
Utah Coach Escapes Negligence Claims; Assault Charges Reinstated
Utah Supreme Court reinstates assault charges against tennis coach Wilcox after child restraint incident; negligence claims dismissed.
Mike Johnson says Congress won’t lead AI safety regulation in 2026
House Speaker Mike Johnson rules out Congress leading AI safety regulation, urging industry self-governance amid rising AI risks.
DOL Issues New Guidance on Mental Health Parity Enforcement
The Department of Labor released FAB 2026-03 clarifying enforcement of mental health parity under federal law, impacting employers and legal compliance.
DOJ Investigates Nvidia’s $20B Groq License Deal for Antitrust Risks
The DOJ probes Nvidia's $20B license deal with Groq, raising regulatory scrutiny on AI chip market competition with implications for legal tech innovation.
Texas Supreme Court Blocks Use of New Galveston County Precinct Map in November
Texas Supreme Court rules Galveston County must use old precinct maps for November election, citing Texas Election Code restrictions against mid-cycle redistricting.
Federal Circuit Caps Shape Patent Damages and Settlement Strategies
Federal Circuit rulings and pharma settlements reshape patent damages, forcing litigators to update strategies and royalty calculations.
New York Requires Employers to Give Workers Access to Their Personnel Files
New York's new law, effective Nov 8, 2026, mandates employee access to personnel records within 5 business days of request.
IEEPA Tariff Refunds: Phase III Delayed, Legal Action Now Needed
Importers face delays in IEEPA tariff refund Phase III; lawsuits needed for finally liquidated entries amid ongoing CAPE processing.
DOJ deports Afghan in first-ever Alien Terrorist Removal Court case
DOJ deports Afghan in first Alien Terrorist Removal Court case, signaling new national security immigration enforcement precedent.
Mass. Supreme Judicial Court Reprimands Judge Joseph Over 2018 ICE Escape
Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court publicly reprimands Judge Shelley Richmond Joseph for misconduct linked to a 2018 ICE detainee escape, emphasizing judicial accountability.
Indiana Supreme Court to Rule on Religious Right to Abortion
Indiana Supreme Court reviews challenge to state's abortion ban on religious freedom grounds, a key test for religious liberty and abortion laws.
AI Adoption Costs Rise for Legal Teams Moving Too Slowly
AI is reshaping legal departments, increasing cost pressures for those slow to adopt new tools, industry experts warn.
Law Firms Shift From Buy vs. Build to Tech Partnerships for AI
Law firms like Weil and Willkie shift from building tech internally to partnering with AI companies like Google Cloud and OpenAI to stay competitive.
FinCEN Warns Banks of $13B Surge in Digital Asset Scams
FinCEN reports nearly $13 billion in suspected digital asset scams from Sept 2023 to Dec 2023, urging legal teams to strengthen fraud detection.
EPA: 4M U.S. Homes Still Linked to Lead Water Pipes
EPA estimates 4 million U.S. homes and businesses still use lead pipes, raising health and legal risks despite $2.9B in funding to replace them.
Anthropic Exec Resigns Over AI Risks; Sanders Pushes AI Development Pause
Anthropic exec Jacob Coxon resigns citing AI safety risks; Senator Sanders plans legislation to pause advanced AI development amid rising concerns.
IRS Proposes Ending Tax Exemption for Race-Based Admissions
IRS proposes rules to revoke tax-exempt status for private schools using race in admissions, affecting 18,000 schools and 750,000 students nationwide.