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Eleventh Circuit Upholds Ban on Calling Trump-IRS Deal a ‘Settlement’
Eleventh Circuit affirms ban on using 'settlement' to describe Trump-IRS agreement in official proceedings, highlighting judicial speech limits.
Washington defends religious hiring law before full Ninth Circuit
Washington state argues against religious hiring exemptions in anti-discrimination case now before the full Ninth Circuit court.
9th Circuit: GitHub Copilot Output Not a 'Copy' Under DMCA
The 9th Circuit ruled GitHub Copilot's AI-generated code doesn't infringe DMCA copyright 'copy' rules, shaping AI legal risks.
Cyber Insurance Carriers Tighten Coverage Conditions Amid Rising Risks
Cyber insurance providers are raising standards for coverage eligibility, requiring stricter security controls and updating policies for AI risks.
Florida Judge Considers Injunction to Pause OpenAI AI Development Pending Safety Review
Florida court reviews motion to halt OpenAI's AI development until independent safety approval, with restrictions on minors' access. Key legal implications ahead.
Trump and AI CEOs Agree on Voluntary AI Safety Standards
On Sept 29, 2026, Trump and top AI firms agreed on voluntary safety and audit standards, impacting legal risk and governance for AI oversight.
Legal Teams Wary of AI Costs Amid Rising Usage-Based Billing
New DISCO report reveals legal professionals' concerns about unpredictability in pricing models for AI tools as adoption grows.
Luminance Hires Don Riddick as Chief Legal Officer
Luminance appointed Don Riddick as Chief Legal Officer, reflecting growing legal expertise integration in AI legal tech and impacting corporate legal teams.
Supreme Court Widens Use of Shadow Docket, Overturns Chevron Doctrine
The Supreme Court expands shadow docket rulings, overturns Chevron, reshaping administrative law and appellate practice with key 2024 decisions.
FAR Council Proposes Overhaul of 16 FAR Parts with Four Key Rules
FAR Council proposes revising 16 FAR parts, reshaping federal contracting rules on commercial buying, contract types, data rights, and contractor responsibility.
Morae Unveils MorAI Spend Intelligence for AI-Driven Legal Billing
Morae launches MorAI Spend Intelligence, combining AI and human review for smarter legal billing and spending decisions.
AI Giants Reveal Security Woes Amid Capitol Regulation Debate
OpenAI and Anthropic disclose thousands of AI incidents as Washington debates AI regulation, impacting legal and corporate compliance.
Courts Define When BIPA Exemptions Apply to Biometric Use in Finance
Recent court rulings clarify BIPA exemptions for biometric authentication under GLBA, impacting financial institutions and vendors in privacy compliance.
Justice Alito Recuses from Climate Case as Trump Seeks Court Review of Transgender Policy
Justice Alito recused from major climate lawsuit over oil stocks; Trump asks Supreme Court to uphold transgender inmate care restrictions.
Federal Circuit Upholds Dismissal of AudienceScience Ad Patent Claims
Federal Circuit reaffirms dismissal of AudienceScience's digital ad patents against Google, reflecting continued judicial skepticism.
California Civil Rights Department Sues Employers Over Pay Data Reporting
California's Civil Rights Department sued two employers for violating new pay data reporting law requiring detailed workforce data submissions and classifications.
California Expands Paid Family Leave and Reproductive Healthcare Laws
California signed nine bills expanding Paid Family Leave benefits and access to reproductive healthcare, impacting legal compliance and HR policies.
EEOC Issues Legal Guidance on Firing Amid Discrimination Claims
The EEOC provides clear guidance on lawful termination practices to avoid retaliation and discrimination lawsuits in the workplace.
OpenAI Delays GPT-6.1 Astra Amid 30,000 AI Security Incidents
OpenAI and Anthropic disclose over 30,000 AI security incidents; OpenAI delays GPT-6.1 Astra launch due to risks amid regulatory scrutiny in Florida.
BYD Sues DoD Over Military Company Label Hindering Lobbying Efforts
Chinese automaker BYD filed a lawsuit against the U.S. DoD over its military company designation and related lobbying restrictions.