Regulatory & Compliance
Financial regulation, SEC/CFTC enforcement, industry-specific compliance, and corporate regulatory obligations
States Move Fast on AI Laws as Florida Eyes AI Bill of Rights
State AI legislation is accelerating nationwide, with new laws in California and Colorado and Florida set to consider an AI Bill of Rights.
Connecticut Senate Passes Sweeping Consumer Privacy Bill, Eyes Data Brokers
Connecticut moves closer to tougher consumer data privacy rules, targeting data brokers and facial recognition use. The bill reflects a wider push for state-level privacy reforms.
Kenya Court of Appeal Overturns 2022 Abortion Rights Ruling
Kenya’s Court of Appeal reinstates abortion restrictions, overturning the 2022 High Court ruling. Legal standards for abortion and human rights law are reshaped.
INTERPOL Notices Sway U.S. Immigration Cases, Prompt Legal Scrutiny
U.S. immigration cases increasingly hinge on INTERPOL Red Notices, prompting attorneys to address misuse and protect clients' rights in visa, asylum, and naturalization proceedings.
OpenAI Apologizes for Failing to Warn Police Before Tumbler Ridge Shooting
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman apologized for not notifying police after banning a user who later committed the Tumbler Ridge shooting, sparking calls for stronger AI platform reporting protocols.
Zelenskyy Confirms Ongoing U.S. Weapons Shipments as Prince Harry Visits Kyiv
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy confirms uninterrupted U.S. arms deliveries during intensified conflict, as Congress approves new aid and Prince Harry visits Kyiv.
USF roommate Hisham Abugharbieh charged with murder in doctoral students' case
Hisham Abugharbieh, former USF student, faces two murder charges after the disappearance of Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy. Legal experts watch the prosecution's strategy.
U.S. Census Undercounts Multiracial Americans Amid 276% Population Jump
2020 Census and Pew data highlight major gaps in tracking multiracial Americans, raising legal concerns for voting rights, funding, and civil rights enforcement.
Virginia GOP Lawmakers Defy Trump Over Offshore Wind Project
Nine Virginia Republicans break with Trump’s opposition to the $11.5B Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project, highlighting party divisions and regulatory hurdles.
Arizona Sues to Block ICE Facility Near Hazardous Chemical Site
Arizona sues DHS and ICE to stop construction of a migrant detention center near a hazardous chemical warehouse, citing serious safety and legal concerns.
California Fast-Tracks Bill to Ban Social Media for Under-16s
California advances A.B. 1709, aiming to ban social media for users under 16 and impose strict age verification—raising data privacy and free speech concerns.
California's Hidden Fee Law Triggers Lawsuit and DOJ Enforcement Push
California's SB 478, the new hidden fees law, goes into effect July 2024, triggering legal action and strong DOJ enforcement signals—raising compliance stakes for businesses and legal advisors.
Federal Judge Backs Discovery in $20M Hawaii Crime Boss Forfeiture Case
A federal judge signals approval for civil discovery as prosecutors pursue $20M from Michael Miske’s estate after his death, testing novel forfeiture strategies.
CFTC Sues New York Over Authority on Prediction Markets
The CFTC sues New York, asserting exclusive federal jurisdiction over prediction markets, setting a key precedent for legal and compliance professionals nationwide.
EFF Targets Secrecy in Key Texas Patent Case with Legal Challenge
EFF and NYU law students are contesting sealed court records in a major Eastern District of Texas patent case, spotlighting ongoing transparency concerns in IP litigation.
DOJ OIG: Stark Law, FMV Compliance Not Enough to Dodge Anti-Kickback Risk
DOJ OIG warns that meeting Stark Law and Fair Market Value standards alone does not shield healthcare providers from Anti-Kickback Statute liability. Full compliance review urged.
Maritime AI Triggers New Liability Questions for Shipping Firms
Legal analyses spotlight challenges in assigning blame for incidents involving AI in maritime navigation, impacting risk and responsibility for shipping firms globally.
SEC Launches Major Review of Consolidated Audit Trail Systems
The SEC is seeking public input on a sweeping review of the Consolidated Audit Trail's cost, governance, scope, and privacy—potentially reshaping U.S. market surveillance.
Lex Blog Briefing: AI Raises New Privilege Risks in Internal Investigations
Lex Blog publishes a briefing on how generative AI use complicates legal privilege in internal investigations for professional and financial services firms.
Federal Court Blocks Five Permitting Limits on Clean Energy Projects
A Massachusetts court issued a preliminary injunction halting five federal policies that restricted wind and solar project permitting, protecting 57 GW of clean energy.