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NC bans third-party litigation funding; NY limits fees and mandates disclosures
North Carolina bans third-party litigation funding starting 2026; New York caps fees at 25% and requires clear contracts and disclosures, reshaping legal funding rules.
11th Circuit Remands City of Brunswick’s Mercury Suit Against Georgia Power
The 11th Circuit sent the City of Brunswick's mercury pollution lawsuit against Georgia Power and Honeywell back to federal court, impacting environmental litigation risks.
25 States Led by Oregon Sue Over Trump’s New Section 301 Tariffs
Twenty-five states, led by Oregon, sue to block Trump-era tariffs under Section 301, raising constitutional and trade law questions.
China Redefines Integrated Circuits, Boosts IP Protection for Chips
China’s updated legal rules redefine integrated circuits and enhance IP protections, advancing its leadership in chip technology and innovation.
US VC Hits $144.9B in Q2; AI Takes 81% of Global Funding
US venture capital reached $144.9B in Q2 2026; AI startups captured 81% of global funding, signaling shifts for legal tech investment and workflows.
White House Finalizes Voluntary AI Framework With New Pre-Release Review
The White House finalized a voluntary AI framework allowing up to 30 days of pre-release review, influencing legal risk and compliance in AI development.
House Ethics Panel Recommends Censure of Rep. Chuck Edwards
House Ethics Committee recommends censure of Rep. Chuck Edwards for sexual harassment, detailing gift-giving and misconduct toward staffers in 2025.
Apple Appeals UK Court Order to Access Encrypted User Data by Sept 15
Apple appeals a UK court ruling demanding encrypted user data access, challenging government surveillance and encryption laws.
Nvidia Faces Multiple AI Copyright Lawsuits Over Training Data Use
Nvidia confronts several lawsuits accusing unauthorized use of copyrighted works in AI training, highlighting key legal risks for IP counsel and legal pros.
23 States Warn of Vote Suppression as SCOTUS Reviews Trump Voting Order
A coalition of 23 states challenges Trump's 2026 executive order on mail-in voting, raising vote suppression concerns ahead of Supreme Court review.
Ninth Circuit Upholds LA Politician Ridley-Thomas’s 2023 Bribery Conviction
The Ninth Circuit affirmed Mark Ridley-Thomas’s 2023 bribery conviction, clarifying public corruption enforcement and fraud statutes for legal teams.
Diner Revives Class Action Over Mary Mahoney's Fish Fraud
Diner Todd McCain appeals to restart class action accusing Mary Mahoney's of selling cheaper imported fish as local seafood, challenging deceptive marketing.
Tech Entrepreneur Uri Raz Pleads Guilty to $2M Tax Evasion
Uri Raz pleaded guilty to felony tax evasion for hiding $2 million in income, signaling stricter IRS enforcement on tech sector tax compliance.
California Supreme Court Clears Gilead of Liability in HIV Drug Lawsuit
The California Supreme Court ruled Gilead not liable for delaying its safer HIV drug TAF, clarifying pharma liability standards for product release timing.
EFF Urges FTC to Withdraw AI Accuracy and Manipulation Policy
EFF calls on the FTC to drop its July 2026 AI policy on accuracy and manipulation, citing risks to innovation and AI freedom.
Third Circuit Revives Student's Title IX Sex Bias Claim Against University
The Third Circuit reinstated a male student's claim of sex discrimination under Title IX challenging university disciplinary actions, impacting campus policy.
US Accelerates Efforts to Cut China Dependency for Critical Military Minerals
US ramps up domestic production of critical military minerals amid Iran conflict and Trump executive order mandating supply chain changes.
$1.8B Anti-Weaponization Fund Canceled, Trump-DOJ Settlement Holds
Acting AG rescinds $1.8B fund from Trump-IRS lawsuit settlement; audit immunity remains amid political and legal debate.
Judge Quashes ADL Subpoenas in ASU Protest Lawsuit Discovery Fight
Judge John Tuchi limits discovery by quashing subpoenas to ADL in ASU pro-Palestine protest lawsuit, narrowing access to communications on university disciplinary actions.
EU AI Office can now fine Big Tech up to 3% of global revenue
From August 2, 2026, the EU AI Office enforces the AI Act with fines up to 3% of global turnover for Big Tech violations, changing compliance landscape.