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Federal Court Certifies Class of Journalists Suing DHS Over Violent Protest Crackdown
Federal court certifies class of journalists suing DHS for excessive force during immigration protests in LA, spotlighting First Amendment issues.
California's $310B 2026-27 Budget Cuts Deficit, Boosts Legal-Linked Programs
California's 2026-27 budget reduces deficit by $1.8B, funds education, legal compliance, and disaster recovery, impacting corporate and public interest law.
FTC Clears Elon Musk's $50M Mesh Startup Acquisition
The FTC approved Elon Musk's purchase of Mesh, a SpaceX alumni optical tech startup with $50M funding, highlighting key aerospace-tech consolidation.
CFTC Proposes New Rules for Event Contracts on Prediction Markets
CFTC unveiled proposed amendments to Rule 40.11 to regulate event contracts on prediction markets, impacting financial services and trading firms.
Texas Appeals Court Affirms Conviction Despite Defendant’s Absence After Suicide Attempt
Texas Court of Appeals upholds conviction despite defendant missing trial for suicide attempt, clarifying waiver of right to be present in criminal cases.
DraftKings Sued Over Alleged Illegal User Tracking Under CIPA
DraftKings faces lawsuit for allegedly violating California's privacy law with unauthorized website tracking, spotlighting risks for online gaming firms.
China to Overhaul Trademark Law with Key Changes from Jan 2027
China’s trademark law will tighten rules on registration and enforcement starting January 1, 2027, impacting IP strategy for businesses.
Congress Nears Vote on KIDS Act Mandating Online Age Verification
Congress prepares to vote on the KIDS Act, which mandates federal age verification standards for online services to protect minors’ safety and privacy.
UAE Central Bank Fines Foreign Bank $5.4M for AML Failures
The UAE Central Bank imposed a $5.4 million fine on a foreign bank and its compliance officer for anti-money laundering violations, signaling increased regulatory scrutiny.
Federal Judge Blocks Trump-Era Immigration Courthouse Arrests
A federal judge vacated Trump-era policies that allowed expanded immigration arrests at courthouses, restoring prior limits nationwide.
Supreme Court Upholds Trump Immigration Rules in 6-3 Ruling
On June 25, 2026, the Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to uphold Trump-era immigration policies on asylum and Temporary Protected Status, affecting legal practice.
Davis Polk, Cravath Match Milbank’s $225K Associate Salaries in 2026
Major U.S. law firms, led by Milbank, have increased first-year associate salaries to $225K as of July 2026, intensifying compensation competition.
HUD Issues New Rules to Protect Homeowners from Equity Theft
HUD's 2026 guidance sets fair process rules requiring notice and contest rights before property seizures, impacting legal and real estate professionals.
Courts Block Trump’s Federal Voter Fraud Moves Ahead of 2026 Election
Federal courts have blocked key Trump-era voter fraud efforts, limiting federal voter data access and enforcement rules before the 2026 midterms.
Stop Killing Games Shifts to Amending EU Digital Fairness Act After Setback
Following a parliamentary defeat, Stop Killing Games pivots to amend the EU Digital Fairness Act, leveraging strong public support to protect digital consumer rights.
Federal Court Advances Pebble Mine Case Amid Alaska Environmental Clash
Federal court progresses Pebble Mine lawsuit challenging EPA's 2023 ban, spotlighting resource and environmental legal battles in Alaska.
Most Lawyers Use AI, But Few Firms Leverage It Strategically
While 79% of legal pros use AI tools, only 34% of law firms have formal AI policies, limiting productivity and revenue growth.
Hung Jury in 2025 Palisades Fire Arson Trial
A federal jury deadlocked on arson charges against Jonathan Rinderknecht in the 2025 Palisades Fire case, underscoring prosecutorial challenges.
Judge Orders DOJ to Clarify Epstein Files Redactions by July 2
Judge Sullivan mandates the DOJ to justify or lift redactions on key Epstein case files, impacting legal transparency and privilege claims.
Virginia Judge Blocks Assault Weapons Ban Days Before July 1 Start
Virginia judge issues preliminary injunction blocking assault weapons ban days before enforcement, complicating legal compliance and gun law litigation.