Regulatory & Compliance
Financial regulation, SEC/CFTC enforcement, industry-specific compliance, and corporate regulatory obligations
EU Ministers Push for Justice in Ukraine War Crimes
Twelve EU ministers visit Ukraine to reinforce actions against alleged war crimes, impacting future legal practices and EU-Ukraine relations.
Court Ruling Shields Crypto Platforms from Some Fraud Claims
A recent court ruling alters compliance strategies by reducing crypto platform liability in token fraud cases.
Illinois Enacts Fines for Credit Card Fees on Tips, Taxes
Illinois implements penalties on credit card fees applied to taxes and gratuities, affecting GCs and businesses by July 1, 2026.
FTC Intensifies Healthcare Antitrust Scrutiny with New Task Force
FTC's new Healthcare Task Force targets antitrust issues beyond mergers, affecting legal compliance in healthcare.
EU Resists US on Digital Regulations for Sovereignty
The EU stands firm on digital regulations, impacting global compliance strategies amid US pressure.
Texas PUC's New Proposed Regulatory Changes for Large Load Interconnections
Texas PUC introduces new rules for large load interconnections, impacting developer incentives and law firms' legal strategies.
False Claims Act Appeal Tests Janssen's $1.6B Penalty
The Third Circuit is reviewing an appeal of Janssen's $1.6B FCA penalty, potentially affecting federal contract compliance strategies.
Remote Worker Challenges Illinois Over Taxing Rights
A California remote worker, Jeffrey Somers, challenges Illinois over its taxing authority, which could influence multistate tax compliance and policies.
New Order Enforces DEI Compliance for Federal Contractors
Federal contractors face new DEI compliance mandates, potentially impacting legal and operational practices.
EU Unifies Insolvency Laws for Cross-Border Efficiency
EU adopts a Directive unifying insolvency laws, reducing legal risks and costs for cross-border business operations.
Connecticut Court Favors Restaurants in Tip Credit Disputes
Connecticut Court rules in favor of restaurants on tip credit disputes, shaping employer strategies and legal stances on noncompliance.
Scottish Court Upholds Petrofac CVA in Key HMRC Dispute
A Scottish court upheld Petrofac's CVA against an HMRC challenge, influencing CVA negotiations and restructuring in the corporate sector.
Indian Courts Define Interest Rules on Arbitration Deposits
Indian courts establish guidelines on when interest on arbitral awards ceases, impacting corporate legal strategies.
Iran's Cluster Munition Use in Israel: Legal Ramifications
HRW reports Iran's cluster munitions attacks in Israel, raising issues under international law.
GSA Sets January 2026 Cybersecurity Deadline for Contractors
GSA mandates stricter cybersecurity standards for contracts by 2026, impacting legal tech firms' compliance.
EU Can Exclude Chinese Tech Without Payout, Says Advocate-General
CJEU Advocate-General rules EU can exclude Huawei without compensation. Impacts telecom investments.
LiteLLM Cuts Ties with Delve Following Major Data Breach
LiteLLM severed ties with Delve due to a data breach, affecting user data and raising compliance issues.
Colleges Must Reinforce Cybersecurity Amid Ransomware Spike
As ransomware attacks surge, colleges face pressure to enhance cybersecurity compliance to protect sensitive data and financial stability.
Oklahoma Enacts First Post-VCDPA Data Privacy Law
Oklahoma becomes first state to enact a data privacy law after Virginia's VCDPA, effective Jan 2027, setting compliance challenges for businesses.
Fifth Circuit Probes FDA Delisting of GLP-1 Drugs, Impacting Access
Fifth Circuit scrutinizes FDA's removal of GLP-1 drugs from shortage list, with potential impact on drug access and legal frameworks.