Regulatory & Compliance
Financial regulation, SEC/CFTC enforcement, industry-specific compliance, and corporate regulatory obligations
Court Sanctions Pro Se Litigant $5K for Using AI-Generated Fake Citations
A federal judge fined a self-represented party $5,000 for repeatedly submitting filings with AI-fabricated legal citations, signaling new risks for AI use in the courtroom.
FTC Cracks Down on False 'Made in USA' Claims After Executive Order
The FTC, following a Trump administration order, escalates enforcement on deceptive 'Made in USA' claims, hitting manufacturers and online marketplaces nationwide.
Meta Faces Major Trial Over Child Social Media Addiction Claims
As trial nears for Meta facing 33 state AGs' youth addiction suit, recent verdicts and court rulings point to rising tech liability risks for social media and minors.
Google Chrome Under Scrutiny for Fingerprinting Privacy Gap
Privacy experts warn Google Chrome's lack of fingerprinting protection could expose organizations to tracking risks and compliance challenges under GDPR, CCPA.
Delaware Court Penalizes StarTop for Evidence Destruction, Lies in NICbyte Case
Delaware Chancery Court sanctioned StarTop Investments for intentional spoliation and dishonesty, setting new standards for handling severe discovery abuses in complex litigation.
Sixth Circuit: ERISA Preempts Tennessee Pharmacy Steering Laws
The Sixth Circuit ruled on April 7, 2026 that ERISA preempts Tennessee’s pharmacy anti-steering laws, clarifying federal limits on state-level PBM regulation for employers.
Virginia Bans Sale of Precise Geolocation Data Under VCDPA
Virginia amends its Consumer Data Protection Act to ban selling precise geolocation data, intensifying compliance obligations for data controllers and privacy professionals.
Arizona Utility Settles for $7M Over Deadly Heat-Related Power Shutoff
APS will pay $7 million and halt shutoffs during extreme heat, after a lawsuit linked a power disconnection to a death. The case spotlights legal risks for utilities.
CBP to Launch IEEPA Refund Portal for Importers on April 20
U.S. Customs will roll out the CAPE system on April 20, 2026, giving importers a streamlined portal to claim refunds on IEEPA duties, following a Supreme Court ruling.
Maryland Set to Ban Employer 'Captive Audience' Meetings
Maryland's SB 417 proposes a ban on employer-mandated political or religious meetings, joining a dozen states with similar employee protection laws. Legal, HR teams take note.
Supreme Court Signals Possible Shift on Religious Rights in Pre-K Case
The Supreme Court's relisting of St. Mary Catholic Parish v. Roy puts the Employment Division v. Smith precedent on watch, raising major compliance questions for legal teams.
Supreme Court Asked to Review 'Police Power' Limit in Land Takings Case
A new Supreme Court petition from reVamped LLC challenges when city police power actions can avoid takings claims, with major implications for property rights and land use law.
California Court Lets FTC Claims Against Uber One Move Forward
A federal judge allows FTC claims against Uber One to proceed, spotlighting heightened regulatory scrutiny on subscription practices and legal risks for tech companies.
Supreme Court to Decide Limits on Federal Review of State Court Orders
SCOTUS will decide if federal courts can review state court decisions still under state review, impacting Rooker-Feldman doctrine and federal-state judicial boundaries.
Supreme Court to Hear SEC Disgorgement Case Amid Circuit Split
The Supreme Court will hear Sripetch v. SEC on April 20, 2026, to decide if the SEC can seek disgorgement without proving investor harm—a ruling that could reshape compliance strategies.
Ninth Circuit Weighs Idaho-Federal Clash Over Public Land Water Rights
Ninth Circuit reviews if federal permits for ranchers equal beneficial use in Idaho water rights dispute, impacting western water law and land use strategies.
Louisiana Sues Federal Agency Over Citizenship Check on Voter Forms
Louisiana sues the U.S. Election Assistance Commission after it denied the state's request to add citizenship verification to federal voter registration forms, challenging federal oversight.
Texas man charged in Molotov attack on OpenAI CEO Altman's home
A Texas man faces rare dual federal and state charges for an alleged Molotov cocktail attack on OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's San Francisco home, spotlighting rising security risks for legal tech leaders.
CVS Caremark Faces Lawsuit over Long-Distance Pharmacy Requirement in Arkansas
An Arkansas employee sues CVS Caremark, alleging forced use of distant pharmacies, spotlighting legal risks for PBMs and heightened compliance concerns for benefit managers.
NYC Unveils 'Click to Cancel' Rule for Subscription Services
New York City proposes first-in-the-nation municipal 'Click to Cancel' rule for subscriptions, requiring easy online cancellation and setting new compliance standards for businesses.