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Kalshi and Polymarket Sue Minnesota Over Prediction Markets Ban
Kalshi and Polymarket challenge Minnesota's law banning prediction markets, raising federal preemption and First Amendment issues affecting legal compliance.
Hawaii University Officials Granted Immunity in Free Speech Lawsuit
Court grants personal immunity to University of Hawaii officials in a First Amendment case involving professor discipline over Black History Month remarks.
Berkeley, Shelters Clash Over ADA Lawsuit From Disabled Homeless
A lawsuit by disabled homeless individuals sparks public disputes between Berkeley city and shelters over ADA compliance responsibility.
Judge Dismisses Asthma Claims Against USPS Over Mail Carrier’s Pepper Spray
A federal judge rejected asthma claims linked to a USPS mail carrier's pepper spray use on a dog, underscoring causation challenges in public liability cases.
NC Budget Freezes Legal Aid Funds for Immigration Services
North Carolina's proposed budget freezes funds for legal aid tied to immigration and naturalization, threatening access to justice for immigrant communities.
Long Island Ambulette Operators Charged in $35M Medicaid Fraud Scheme
Two Long Island ambulette operators charged with $35 million Medicaid fraud involving false trip billing and kickbacks, highlighting Medicaid vulnerabilities.
Eighth Circuit Revives Kansas City Conversion Therapy Ban Challenge
The Eighth Circuit revived a legal challenge to Kansas City's conversion therapy ban following the Supreme Court's March 2026 ruling on free speech.
Top aide to Argentina’s Milei resigns amid major corruption scandal
Manuel Adorni, top aide to Argentine President Javier Milei, resigns amid corruption allegations, deepening political crisis and mistrust in libertarian government.
US Sanctions Brazilians Tied to Terror-Designated PCC Money Laundering
The US Treasury sanctions two Brazilians and companies linked to Primeiro Comando da Capital after its terrorist designation, targeting international money laundering.
Iowa Sues Temu July 1 Over Data Privacy, China Surveillance Risk
Iowa AG Brenna Bird sues Temu July 1 for deceptive data collection and ties to China, highlighting cross-border privacy risks legal teams must monitor.
Family Files Negligence Lawsuit After Bat Exposure at Nugget Hotel
A family sued Nugget Hotel Casino over bat exposure and rabies shots, spotlighting legal risks for hospitality providers and guest safety.
Federal Court Orders ICE to Release Pakistani Detainee Held Nearly Two Years
A federal court in Louisiana ordered ICE to release a Pakistani detainee held 21 months due to failed third-country transfer efforts, citing constitutional limits.
Swedish Court Orders Google to Pay $1.46B for Antitrust Violations
Swedish court fines Google $1.46 billion for favoring its own price comparison service, reinforcing EU antitrust enforcement against tech giants.
Court Strikes Down DOE's Restrictive PSLF Eligibility Rule
Federal court invalidates Education Department's limits on Public Service Loan Forgiveness, expanding access for public service borrowers nationwide.
Judge Orders Arbitration for Fortnite, Roblox, Minecraft Parental Suits
A federal judge ruled that parental lawsuits against Fortnite, Roblox, and Minecraft makers must go to arbitration, impacting minors' digital contract enforcement.
Arizona Supreme Court Upholds Donor Disclosure Law for Political Ads
Arizona Supreme Court upholds Proposition 211 requiring disclosure of major donors for political ads, reinforcing campaign finance transparency.
Federal Judge Upholds DOJ's Finding of Google's Search Monopoly
A federal judge applied DOJ monopoly findings to Yelp's antitrust case against Google, reinforcing antitrust scrutiny of Big Tech.
Eleven Plead Guilty in $65M Cross-Border Elder Fraud Scheme
Eleven defendants admitted guilt in a $65M elder fraud and money laundering scheme involving China-based operatives and Indian call centers targeting seniors in the U.S.
Proprietary 'WL' Citations Raise Unique AI Hallucination Risks in Legal Research
Experts warn that proprietary 'WL' citations increase AI hallucinations, risking costly errors and sanctions in legal filings.
UK CMA reviews Apple and Google app store fees and NFC access rules
UK CMA proposes new rules to let app developers avoid high fees and open NFC for contactless payments, impacting tech compliance and antitrust law.