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Judge Blocks DHS Attempt to End TPS for Ethiopians in U.S.
A federal judge has blocked DHS efforts to end Temporary Protected Status for Ethiopians, preserving protection for thousands and setting a precedent for ongoing TPS litigation.
Military Families Challenge Feres Doctrine After Hawaii Jet Fuel Leak
A Hawaii lawsuit from military families contests the Feres Doctrine, which bars service members from suing the government over service-related injuries, following a mass water contamination.
PPC Initiates London Arbitration Against Maersk Over Panama Port Takeover
Hong Kong's Panama Ports Company files arbitration in London against Maersk, alleging breach of contract tied to Panama port operations. Dispute underscores cross-border complexity.
Judge Orders Navy to Release Records in USS Bonhomme Richard Arson Case
A federal judge has directed the Navy to release court records tied to the USS Bonhomme Richard arson case, boosting transparency in military legal proceedings after the sailor's acquittal.
Delaware Supreme Court: Some News Reports Can Justify Corporate Records Demands
A split Delaware Supreme Court decision allows, in rare cases, news articles published after a formal demand to serve as a credible basis for corporate records suits. Legal teams should heed this n...
Second Circuit Dismisses Hernández Appeal After Trump Pardon
The Second Circuit dismissed ex-Honduran President Hernández’s appeal after a Trump pardon, spotlighting the far-reaching impact of presidential pardons on international criminal cases.
Judge Orders Pentagon to Restore Full Press Access After Court Challenge
A federal judge has ordered the Pentagon to reinstate wider press access after its restrictive policies were found unconstitutional, signaling judicial limits on executive media controls.
Delaware Chancery Nixes Section 225 Claim Over Fake Corporate Records
The Delaware Court of Chancery rejected a director determination action based on fraudulent documents, clarifying its stance on governance disputes in a key March 2026 ruling.
Australia Releases Draft Children’s Privacy Code With Strict Consent Rules
Australia published a draft Children’s Online Privacy Code with tougher consent, age, and data rules. Public input is open until June 5, 2026. Legal and compliance teams should prepare.
Washington’s New Millionaire Tax Faces Constitutional Lawsuit
Washington's 9.9% income tax on millionaires, effective 2028, is facing a swift legal challenge, testing the state's constitutional limits and tax planning for the wealthy.
Musk's x.AI Pushes Back on Colorado’s Sweeping AI Discrimination Law
Elon Musk’s x.AI challenges Colorado’s first-in-the-nation law targeting AI-based discrimination, raising free speech and innovation concerns for legal tech stakeholders.
Federal Judge Sends Wiretap Dispute Back to Pennsylvania State Court
A Pennsylvania federal court remanded wiretap and privacy claims to state court, clarifying forum options for legal teams. Recent state rulings also bolster defense arguments.
COPPA Rewrites: CLE to Guide Legal Teams on New Parental Consent Rules
Greenberg Traurig hosts a CLE on April 28, 2026, dissecting COPPA's tougher parental consent, new state laws, and recent FTC enforcement for children’s privacy online.
First-Gen Law Student Enrollment Drops 7% Post-Affirmative Action Ruling
Law schools saw a 7% decline in first-generation enrollment after the Supreme Court ended race-based admissions. Legal employers may face a less diverse talent pool.
Planned Parenthood Sues to Halt Nevada Parental-Notice Abortion Law
Planned Parenthood is challenging Nevada's reinstated parental-notice abortion law for minors, raising legal questions for compliance and counsel post-Dobbs.
John Deere Settles Right-to-Repair Suit for $99 Million
John Deere will pay $99 million to settle claims it restricted farmers' repair access, marking a major development in right-to-repair legal battles.
Florida AG Probes OpenAI After FSU Shooting Tied to ChatGPT Use
Florida's Attorney General investigates OpenAI after claims that the FSU shooting suspect used ChatGPT. The outcome could set precedents for AI legal liability and compliance.
Justice Sotomayor Urges Law Students: Learn Legal AI Tools, Heed Their Risks
Justice Sotomayor tells law students at UCLA and Kansas to master legal AI—despite calling it 'very dangerous'—to stay relevant as technology reshapes legal practice.
Texas Bar Podcast Spotlights 2025-26 Priorities and AI Toolkit Launch
Texas Bar leaders highlight 2025-26 initiatives, from new AI resources for attorneys to scholarships and major events, in a new podcast. Key details for firm and in-house counsel.
Combs Appeals Sentence Citing Use of Acquitted Conduct
Sean Combs challenges his federal sentence, arguing the judge improperly used acquitted conduct, highlighting a major issue in criminal sentencing practices.