Regulatory & Compliance
Financial regulation, SEC/CFTC enforcement, industry-specific compliance, and corporate regulatory obligations
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.
FCC Proposes Major TCPA Rule Changes on Texting and Consent Revocation
The FCC's new NPRM proposes modernizing TCPA rules on two-way texting, consent revocation, and affiliate liability, impacting business marketing compliance.
Ninth Circuit Blocks FinCEN’s Southwest Border Geographic Targeting Order
The Ninth Circuit halted FinCEN's Southwest Border GTO, affecting MSBs' AML reporting from March-Sept 2026.
Dompe US Inc. to pay $32M over illegal co-pay subsidy scheme
Dompe US settles False Claims Act allegations with $32 million payment for unlawful co-pay subsidies to Medicare beneficiaries.
Mortgage Bankers Association Sues New Jersey Over Disparate Impact Rule
Mortgage Bankers Association sues New Jersey challenging its new disparate impact regulation, with broad implications for lending discrimination law and compliance.
Fourth Circuit Narrows Advocacy Groups’ Standing in SC Juvenile Detention Suit
Fourth Circuit limits advocacy groups' ability to sue over South Carolina juvenile detention conditions, impacting civil rights litigation strategies.
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.
Sept. 14, 2026: Supreme Court Blocks Trump-Era USPS Mail Voting Rule
On Sept. 14, 2026, the Supreme Court blocked Trump administration USPS mail-in voting rules, preserving current ballot procedures ahead of midterms.
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.
AI Data Centers Face Rising Litigation Risks Over Power Failures
AI data centers' heavy power use strains grids, sparking lawsuits and liability concerns for operators and legal counsel.
66% of US Physicians Use AI in Docs, Raising Legal and Safety Concerns
By 2024, 66% of US physicians use AI tools like digital scribes in documentation, prompting legal risks around errors and billing compliance.
California Man Pleads Guilty to Santa Maria Courthouse Bombing
Nathaniel McGuire pleaded guilty to federal charges in the 2024 Santa Maria Courthouse bombing that injured five and targeted law enforcement.
Abbott Pays $385M to Settle Contaminated Infant Formula Claims
Abbott Laboratories settles for $385 million over 2022 infant formula contamination claims without admitting liability, impacting healthcare product liability standards.
94% of Law Firms Now Use or Explore Generative AI in 2026
The 2026 ILTA Tech Survey shows law firms ramping up generative AI use to 94%, with client demands driving adoption amid cost concerns.
Businesses Warned on Rising Risks from Rogue AI and Shadow AI Tools
New analysis reveals businesses face growing risks from rogue AI actions and shadow AI, urging legal and compliance teams to prepare for liability and security challenges.
Former FTC Chair Khan: Use Existing Laws to Hold AI CEOs Accountable
Former FTC Chair Lina Khan urges enforcement of current U.S. laws to hold AI companies and their CEOs accountable, influencing AI regulatory debates.
Federal Court Lets Libel-by-AI Claim Against Google Move Forward
Judge Durkin denies dismissal of James Keene's defamation suit over Google's AI-generated content, advancing AI liability issues in media law.
Manhattan DA Seizes 12 Deepfake Sites Impacting 1,200 Victims in July
In July, Manhattan DA seized 12 websites hosting unauthorized deepfake content affecting 1,200 victims, marking a key legal move in digital privacy enforcement.
AI Hiring Tools Spark New Legal Risks for Employers and HR
Rising litigation over AI-assisted hiring pressures employers and legal advisers to address bias and discrimination risks amid growing regulatory scrutiny.
California Bans Addictive Social Media Feeds, Regulates AI Chatbots for Minors
California’s new laws ban addictive social media features for under-16 users and impose safety rules on AI chatbots, effective Sept 2026.