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Google, Sonos Intensify Patent Clash as Jury Deliberates Latest Trial
Google and Sonos are escalating their ongoing patent battle, filing motions and seeking remedies as the jury deliberates their latest infringement trial, shaping IP law trends.
Federal Judge Blocks Phoenix Cop’s Reinstatement Amid First Amendment Lawsuit
A federal judge denied reinstatement to a fired Phoenix police sergeant suing for alleged First Amendment retaliation, spotlighting tensions between free speech and law enforcement conduct.
Texas AG Sues WhatsApp Over Encryption Claims
Texas has filed suit against WhatsApp, alleging it misled users about its encryption for chat backups, spotlighting state-level scrutiny on digital privacy promises.
Brazil Empowers Data Agency to Enforce Big Tech Platform Liability
Brazil hands enforcement powers to its data agency after Supreme Court expands big tech liability, aligning internet regulations with EU standards and impacting tech firms in Latin America.
Texas Sues Netflix for Alleged Data Privacy Violations Involving Children
Texas has filed suit against Netflix, alleging improper collection and sharing of user—especially children's—data. The case highlights rising state action on privacy risks for tech platforms.
Tenth Circuit Backs Employers: DEI Training Doesn’t Equal Hostile Work Environment
The Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed that a single DEI training isn’t enough to establish a hostile work environment under Title VII, guiding corporate DEI strategies.
Law Firm AI Adoption Lags as In-House Legal Accelerates
Just 34% of law firms have formally adopted AI, while 87% of general counsel use AI tools in-house. The gap signals risks for law firms facing client pressure for tech transparency.
Anthropic and LexisNexis debut new AI legal tools, heightening competition
Anthropic and LexisNexis have released major new AI-powered legal platforms, prompting legal departments to reassess risk, compliance, and operational strategies.
Judge Blocks California Blackjack Ban, Cardrooms Get Temporary Reprieve
A California judge halts new state regulations banning cardroom blackjack, temporarily protecting 18,000 jobs and $464M in revenue for the gaming industry.
NY Judge Bars Warrantless Evidence in Mangione Murder Case
A New York judge excludes evidence from a warrantless search in the Luigi Mangione murder trial, clarifying boundaries of evidence collection and media access in high-profile cases.
Fifth Circuit Affirms $4.7 Million Disgorgement in Trojan Trademark Case
The Fifth Circuit upheld a $4.7 million disgorgement against Golf Carts of Cypress and Trojan EV for willful trademark infringement, clarifying damages strategy for IP litigators.
ICJ Affirms Global Right to Strike, Leaves Limits to National Laws
The International Court of Justice confirms workers' right to strike under international law but allows nations to set specific limitations, impacting multinational employers.
NY Court of Appeals Lets Minors Appeal Custody Rulings Independently
New York's highest court now allows minors to appeal custody decisions without parental involvement, resolving legal inconsistencies and empowering young people in family law cases.
Meta Reaches Settlement With Kentucky School District Over Teen Mental Health
Meta settled with Kentucky's Breathitt County schools over claims social media harms students, marking a key moment in tech's legal risk on youth mental health.
Verisk, Armilla Shift Liability Coverage as AI Legal Errors Surge in 2026
Insurers Verisk and Armilla AI are revising legal malpractice policies after a sharp rise in AI-driven legal errors—prompting law firms to adapt coverage and risk management.
Google Overhauls Core Products, Bets $180B on AI Agents Like Gemini Spark
Google unveils a $180B AI investment strategy, rolling out Gemini Spark and advanced search features—shaping the future for legal tech, tools, and workflows.
Study: Workplace Monitoring Apps Share Employee Data with Ad Giants
A new study finds workplace monitoring apps send employee data to ad platforms like Meta and Google, raising major privacy and compliance concerns for organizations.
Seventh Circuit weighs TCPA coverage for spam text messages
The Seventh Circuit is hearing arguments on whether the TCPA covers spam texts, a decision with major implications for privacy laws and telecom industries amid rising cyber scams.
Tennessee Sets New Limits on Noncompetes Effective 2026
Tennessee's new law voids noncompete agreements for many workers, effective July 2026, reshaping employment contracts and legal strategy for employers and counsel.
Supreme Court Says Cruise Lines Can Be Sued Over Seized Cuba Docks
The Supreme Court allows lawsuits against cruise lines for using Havana docks seized from U.S. owners after the Cuban Revolution, reviving a major property rights case.