Regulatory & Compliance
Financial regulation, SEC/CFTC enforcement, industry-specific compliance, and corporate regulatory obligations
Indiana Ends Diversity Policy for Government Contracts
Indiana rescinds race- and sex-based preferences in state contracts, shifting to merit-based awards and sparking legal debate.
Federal Lawsuit Targets Whites-Only Communities Over Housing Discrimination
Return to the Land faces federal suit for whites-only communities violating Fair Housing Act and Civil Rights Act, raising legal challenges in housing law.
Workplace Injury Risks Vary Widely Across U.S. States in 2024
New 2024 data reveals significant state differences in workplace injury rates and legal risk implications for corporate counsel.
US Weighs Ban on Chinese AI Models, Tightens Export Controls
The US considers banning Chinese AI models and tightening export controls, impacting legal tech firms and compliance amid US-China tech tensions.
Judge Gives Final OK to Anthropic's $1.5B Copyright Settlement
Federal court approves Anthropic's $1.5 billion settlement resolving AI copyright claims, setting precedents for future AI training and legal standards.
Lululemon Sued Over Alleged Fake 'Phantom Discounts'
Lululemon faces a lawsuit alleging deceptive advertising via inflated prices to create fake discounts, raising compliance issues for retailers.
NYC Finalizes Rules Updating Earned Safe and Sick Time Act for 2026
NYC finalizes new rules for expanded Earned Safe and Sick Time Act, effective July 23, 2026, clarifying employer and employee obligations.
SEC Proposes Regulation E-Delivery to Make Electronic Disclosures Default
SEC proposes Regulation E-Delivery to modernize federal securities disclosures by making electronic delivery the default, impacting compliance and investor communications.
Judge Tosses DOJ Suit Challenging Minnesota Sanctuary Policies
A federal judge dismissed the DOJ lawsuit against Minnesota sanctuary city policies, affirming local autonomy against federal immigration enforcement demands.
One Held After Arson at NYC ICE Facility Cancels Naturalization Ceremony
One suspect arrested after arson outside NYC ICE facility injures three and cancels naturalization ceremony, FBI investigates motives in politically charged attack.
Arizona Supreme Court orders in-camera review of Phoenix police union records
Arizona Supreme Court directs confidential review of Phoenix police union bargaining records, clarifying public records exemptions amid transparency debate.
NJ Court Rejects RNC’s Request for Expanded Voter Data Access
New Jersey court bars RNC from accessing expanded voter rolls, clarifying limits on political parties’ data requests under OPRA.
OCC, FDIC & NCUA Issue Interagency Guidance on Lending to Unauthorized Workers
OCC, FDIC, and NCUA release joint guidance on lending to unauthorized workers, highlighting risk management and fair lending compliance under new federal directives.
Mahmoud Khalil Sues for $20M Over ICE Detention and Political Targeting
Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil files $20M federal lawsuit alleging wrongful ICE detention and conspiracies with pro-Israel groups.
Calif. Court: Sexual Orientation Harassment Triggers EFAA Protections
A California Court of Appeal ruled that sexual orientation harassment qualifies as sexual harassment under FEHA, invoking protections under the EFAA, impacting employer compliance and litigation risk.
Ebola Deaths Pass 930 in Congo as Strikes and Attacks Disrupt Response
Ebola deaths in DRC surpass 930 amid healthcare worker strikes and attacks on response teams, raising legal and compliance challenges.
Federal Court Lets Defamation Suit Against NYC Officials Move Forward
A federal court denied dismissal of a defamation lawsuit by nonprofit leader Tamika Smith against NYC officials, highlighting municipal liability standards.
Supreme Court to Review Gov't Seizure of Pilot's Plane Over Six-Pack
SCOTUS agrees to hear case challenging Alaska's forfeiture of a $95K plane for carrying beer to a dry village, testing limits of Excessive Fines Clause.
Supreme Court Expands Presidential Power, Overrules Humphrey's Executor
Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling in Trump v. Slaughter overturns 1935 precedent, boosting presidential removal power over FTC commissioners and reshaping administrative law.
Federal Judge Pauses $110B Paramount-Warner Bros Merger for 14 Days
A federal judge issued a 14-day halt on the $110 billion Paramount-Warner Bros merger citing antitrust concerns, signaling challenges for media M&A and BigLaw.