Regulatory & Compliance
Financial regulation, SEC/CFTC enforcement, industry-specific compliance, and corporate regulatory obligations
State AGs sue HUD over new fair housing rule
16 state attorneys general have filed a lawsuit against HUD challenging the September 2025 fair housing policy changes, citing APA and constitutional violations.
New York Updates Coerced Debt Law to Clarify Creditor Duties
New York revises coerced debt law to refine definitions and creditor protocols, influencing how attorneys manage debt cases.
SEC and CFTC Unveil Key Crypto Asset Guidance for Compliance
SEC and CFTC's new crypto guidelines define asset categories, impacting legal compliance strategies.
Granola AI's Default Settings Spark Privacy Concerns
Granola AI's default public settings expose user notes, raising significant privacy and compliance issues for legal professionals.
Court Rulings on Meta, YouTube Highlight Tech Liability Shifts
Podcast examines recent court rulings increasing liability for Meta and YouTube in tech industry.
Arizona Charges Kalshi for Illegal Betting on Sports, Elections
Arizona charges Kalshi with illegal betting, challenging federal vs. state jurisdiction and affecting compliance norms.
Tenth Circuit Rehears DIDMCA Case Affecting Interstate Lending Rates
The Tenth Circuit will rehear a DIDMCA case with significant implications for interstate lending rates, potentially impacting banks' compliance strategies and practices.
California Governor Faces Criticism Over Hospice Fraud Oversight
Governor Newsom is scrutinized for oversight failures after a $50M hospice fraud scheme's surface.
Georgia Court Decision May Change Employee Indemnification Practices
A Georgia court decision on indemnifying new hires prompts shifts in litigation and hiring strategies for legal professionals.
USPTO Rule: Foreign Filers Require U.S. Attorneys by 2026
Foreign patent applicants must hire U.S. attorneys by July 18, 2026, impacting global patent strategies.
DOE Allocates $293M for AI in Energy Infrastructure
The DOE's $293M AI funding aims to enhance energy infrastructure, posing new regulatory challenges for legal professionals.
Trump Orders Stricter DEI Compliance for Federal Contractors
New executive order demands enhanced DEI compliance, impacting contractors and legal teams under federal contracts.
Conflicting Rulings on SMS and TCPA Challenge Compliance Teams
Courts diverge on SMS as 'calls' under TCPA, creating compliance challenges and uncertainty in SMS marketing.
Michigan Expands Inheritance Rights for Unmarried Partners
Michigan's new law, effective in November, extends intestate inheritance rights to unmarried partners, requiring legal adaptations.
Court Narrows D&O Insurance to Securities Claims for Public Firms
A recent court ruling limits D&O insurance for public companies to securities claims, posing challenges for legal risk management.
Fintechs Pursue Bank Charters to Boost Funding and Regulation
Fintechs are seeking bank charters for better funding options and clear regulatory guidance amid evolving compliance requirements.
New AI Rules in Texas, California, Colorado Demand Compliance Overhaul
New AI regulations in Texas, California, and Colorado require legal compliance overhaul, impacting operational strategies and increasing litigation risks for firms.
EU Reforms Customs Code to Streamline Trade Processes
EU to reform Union Customs Code, impacting legal compliance in international trade and introducing a new €3 parcel fee.
NLRB Seeks Court Consent to Lift Board Member Protections
NLRB pushes for a court ruling to eliminate removal protections, impacting HR and compliance.
Chantix Case Redefines Drug Labeling Liability
The Chantix case could change pharmaceutical labeling liability, impacting compliance strategies for general counsel.