Regulatory & Compliance
Financial regulation, SEC/CFTC enforcement, industry-specific compliance, and corporate regulatory obligations
Judge Delays Luigi Mangione’s State Trial Pending Dismissal Motion
Judge Gregory Carro delays Luigi Mangione's state trial to let prosecutors respond to defense's double jeopardy motion, affecting case timeline.
Federal Judge Blocks DOJ Request for Minnesota Voter Data
A federal judge blocked the DOJ's attempt to obtain Minnesota voter data, marking another legal defeat amid national disputes over voting privacy and jurisdiction.
Federal Court Upholds DHS Authority to End Somali TPS Amid Lawsuits
Federal court upholds DHS discretion to terminate Somali Temporary Protected Status, affecting immigration law and humanitarian protections.
NC Governor Vetoes Bill Letting Chief Justice Suspend Judges Without Pay
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper vetoes bill that would allow chief justice to suspend elected trial judges without pay, citing judicial independence concerns.
Ninth Circuit Decertifies False Advertising Class Action Against Egg Producer
Ninth Circuit decertifies class action alleging deceptive 'free range' claims by The Happy Group, affecting consumer class action standards in food labeling.
Trump Memo Authorizes Private Firms to 'Hack Back' Against Foreign Cyber Threats
President Trump authorized vetted U.S. firms to conduct offensive cyber operations against foreign hackers, raising legal and compliance challenges under CFAA.
23 States Now Have Consumer Privacy Laws, More Coming in 2027
As of August 2026, 23 U.S. states enacted consumer privacy laws, with new laws effective through 2028, increasing compliance demands.
AI Notetakers Raise Privacy and Compliance Risks in Workplaces
AI notetakers recording conversations without full consent risk violating privacy laws and increasing data breach liabilities in healthcare and corporate sectors.
Federal Judge Rules Google Did Not Breach Contract on Workspace Fees
Federal court rules that Google’s fee changes for legacy Workspace users did not breach contract, clarifying liabilities in tech subscription agreements.
Federal Court Allows Privacy Claims to Proceed Against Otter.ai
A federal court partially dismisses but allows privacy class-action claims against Otter.ai's transcription practices to continue, testing AI privacy boundaries.
Australian Privacy Watchdog Finds Health Firms Track Patient Searches Without Consent
Australian Privacy Commissioner rules health firms breached Privacy Act by tracking patient searches without consent, impacting health data compliance.
Cal/OSHA Aligns Indoor and Outdoor Heat Illness Rules
Cal/OSHA revises draft heat illness regulations to harmonize indoor and outdoor worker protections in California workplaces.
Medicare updates FQHC and RHC billing codes for care management in 2026
Starting 2026, Medicare requires FQHCs and RHCs to use new CPT and HCPCS codes for care management and telehealth billing.
DHS ends 'duration of status' for F-1 students starting Sept 15, 2026
DHS final rule ending duration of status for F-1, J-1, and I visa holders takes effect Sept 15, 2026, imposing fixed stays and mobility limits.
AI Hiring Tools Now Face Employment Law Scrutiny, Not Just Tech Rules
AI-powered recruitment software is increasingly regulated under employment laws, requiring legal teams to ensure compliance and avoid discrimination risks.
HRSA Revises 340B Rebate Pilot Program, Alters Drug Pricing Compliance
HRSA updates its 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program, impacting drug pricing compliance and hospital rebate processes starting January 2027.
Supreme Court Denies Trump’s Bid to Revive Carroll Sexual Assault Appeal
The Supreme Court rejected Trump's request to revisit the E. Jean Carroll sexual assault and defamation appeal, finalizing $5M damages for Carroll.
AG Blanche Says Trump’s Views Could Guide DOJ Prosecutions
AG Todd Blanche says DOJ prosecutions may reflect former President Trump's views, raising concerns about prosecutorial independence and executive privilege.
Amazon updates terms to require arbitration and block class-action suits
Amazon's updated terms mandate arbitration and prohibit class-action lawsuits, shifting consumer dispute resolution and legal strategies in e-commerce.
Andy Baker to Exit as White House Deputy National Security Adviser This Month
White House Deputy National Security Adviser Andy Baker will depart by September, impacting national security policy and legal compliance strategies.