Regulatory & Compliance
Financial regulation, SEC/CFTC enforcement, industry-specific compliance, and corporate regulatory obligations
Courts mandate parental proof for social media use by under-16s
Courts and lawmakers impose proof of parental consent for social media use by under-16s, affecting compliance and content moderation.
July 15 Ruling: Federal Court Denies Expedited ICE Deportation Data Release
A federal judge on July 15 denied UC Berkeley Prof. David Hausman’s request to expedite ICE deportation and detention data release under FOIA, highlighting legal access challenges.
Judge Orders July Hearing on Racial Bias in Cash App CEO Murder Case
Federal judge schedules July 2026 hearing on racial bias claims in murder conviction of Cash App CEO's accused killer.
Seller Alleges TikTok, Fanatics, NFL Ban Independent Sales to Monopoly NFL Collectibles
A sports memorabilia seller sued TikTok, Fanatics, and NFL alleging anti-competitive bans on independent livestream sales in the NFL collectibles market.
Judge Blocks State Dept. Visa Ban on Foreign Misinformation Researchers
A U.S. judge halts State Department visa restrictions targeting foreign researchers studying disinformation, citing First Amendment concerns.
Justice Kagan Warns Congress of Rising Threats to Supreme Court Justices
Supreme Court Justices Kagan and Barrett testify to Congress on increased threats and request $228M for security enhancements in FY 2027.
EU Court Allows Naming Doped Athletes After Privacy Review
The EU Court ruled athletes' doping names can be published after a GDPR privacy test, shaping data protection and sports law practices.
Reza Zarrab Sentenced for Iran Sanctions Evasion After Cooperation
Reza Zarrab received time served in 2026 after aiding U.S. authorities in a major Iran sanctions evasion case involving Halkbank.
Federal Court Upholds Trans-Inclusive Bathroom Policy in Illinois School
A federal court dismissed constitutional challenges to a transgender bathroom policy in an Illinois school, affirming rights protections.
Trump Pays $5.625M to E. Jean Carroll After Legal Appeals End
Donald Trump has paid E. Jean Carroll $5.625 million following appellate defeats and Supreme Court refusal to hear appeal, ending years of legal delays.
US Appeals Court Revives 500+ Autism Lawsuits Against Tylenol Maker
Second Circuit reinstates over 500 lawsuits linking prenatal Tylenol use to autism, reopening major mass tort litigation against Kenvue.
DoD Suspends CMMC Phase II Requirements Ahead of November Deadline
The Department of Defense suspends Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Phase II, impacting contractor compliance obligations and legal counsel guidance.
CMS Proposes Expanded Authority to Deny or Revoke Medicare Enrollment
CMS proposes new Medicare rules expanding powers to deny or revoke provider enrollment, targeting fraud with retroactive revocations and ownership disclosures.
FDA Denies Petition to Set Temporary PFAS Food Tolerances
FDA rejects petition to establish provisional PFAS limits in foods, maintaining current regulatory stance amid evolving science on contamination and health risks.
Judge Dismisses CSAM Lawsuit, Upholds Apple’s CDA Immunity
A California judge ruled Apple immune under Section 230 of the CDA in a child exploitation case, urging lawmakers for legislative reforms.
US Seismologist Youlin Chen Detained in China Nearly 2 Years Without Trial
Youlin Chen detained in China since August 2024 without trial or disclosed charges; US State Department designated him 'wrongfully detained.'
Mahmoud Khalil Sues Trump Admin Over Activism Suppression Claims
Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil sues Trump officials and private groups under 1871 Ku Klux Klan Act for alleged civil rights violations.
Courts Tighten Enforcement Standards for Online Terms of Service
Recent court rulings reinforce stricter scrutiny on online contracts, urging clearer notice and explicit user assent.
California Launches AI-Unemployment Tracker to Address Workforce Impact
California launches AI-Unemployment Tracker and executive orders to monitor and mitigate AI's impact on workforce and labor laws, setting precedent nationwide.
Illinois Court Sends Political Defamation Case to Jury Over Actual Malice
Illinois appellate court allows a defamation case between political rivals to proceed to jury on actual malice, shaping standards for political speech cases.