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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.
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.
Texas AG Investigates Meta Glasses Over Biometric Privacy Risks
Texas AG Ken Paxton launches an investigation into Meta Glasses, highlighting fresh concerns over biometric data privacy and smart device enforcement for legal teams.
California Court Consolidates OpenAI Product Liability Cases
A California court is consolidating multiple product liability lawsuits against OpenAI, signaling increased legal risks for AI vendors and new challenges for in-house legal teams.
Georgia Enacts Sweeping AI Companion Law Without Big-Tech Exemptions
Georgia passes SB 540 regulating AI chatbots, marking a new phase in state-level oversight and raising key compliance stakes for legal teams and tech companies.
New Guidance Clarifies Duty to Preserve AI-Generated Legal Data
Legal experts spotlight evolving duties to preserve AI-generated data for litigation, urging law firms and corporate legal teams to update e-discovery protocols.
ICE Crackdown on OPT Fraud Puts Employers on High Alert
ICE has identified over 10,000 OPT fraud cases, triggering stricter enforcement and a DHS review of the program. Employers must prepare for increased compliance scrutiny.
Utah Federal Judge Blocks Early Class Discovery in TCPA Case
A Utah federal court denied plaintiff's request for early class discovery via bifurcation in a TCPA lawsuit, clarifying discovery limits for class actions.
AI Innovators Turn to Trade Secrets Amid IP Uncertainty
As patent law lags behind AI advances, legal teams are turning to trade secrets to protect proprietary AI algorithms, data, and methods. Here’s how to secure innovations.
Federal Courts Refine When Chapter 93A Applies Over Out-of-State Laws
Massachusetts courts clarify how contract law provisions impact Chapter 93A's reach, offering in-house counsel new guidance on consumer protection and contract risk.
Nebraska Outlaws Noncompete Clauses for Healthcare Staffing Agencies
Nebraska passed a law banning noncompete clauses and employment fees for healthcare staffing agencies, signaling new requirements for staffing firms and hospitals by July 2027.
Colorado Overhauls AI Law, Shifts Focus to Automated Decision-Making
Colorado updates its AI law in 2026, shifting regulatory focus and revising compliance for legal tech. SB 189 introduces new rules on ADMT and liability.
Virginia, Maine, Delaware Expand Pay Transparency, Ban Salary History
Virginia, Maine, and Delaware have enacted laws requiring pay range disclosure and banning salary history checks in hiring, raising compliance stakes for multistate employers.
Court: Minors Must Arbitrate Data Privacy Claims Against Roku
A federal court ruled that minors must arbitrate personal data privacy claims against Roku based on parental consent, setting a significant precedent for children’s privacy rights.
SEC Lifts 'Gag Rule,' Allowing Settling Parties to Deny Allegations
The SEC will end its decades-old 'gag rule' in May 2026, letting companies deny allegations after SEC settlements. Legal teams should review communication and strategy impacts.
Federal Circuit Affirms Noninfringement in Actelion v. Mylan ANDA Case
The Federal Circuit affirmed noninfringement in Actelion v. Mylan, clarifying how disclosure-dedication and prosecution history estoppel limit pharma patent enforcement.
DOL Rescinds 2024 Overtime Rule, Reinstates 2019 Salary Threshold
The Department of Labor has rescinded the 2024 overtime rule, reverting to the 2019 salary threshold for white-collar exemptions. Employers must adjust compliance strategies.
Hawaii Enacts Landmark Law Targeting Citizens United Ruling
Hawaii passes the first law seeking to restrict corporate political spending post-Citizens United, setting up constitutional legal challenges with major implications.
California Unveils CCUS Regulatory Draft, Seeks Input by June 5
California Air Resources Board releases draft CCUS program regulations, outlining standards and seeking public comment by June 5, 2026. Key compliance takeaways for legal teams.
CMS Freezes New Medicare Enrollments for Hospices, Home Health Nationwide
CMS has imposed a nationwide six-month moratorium on new Medicare enrollments for hospices and home health agencies, aiming to counter systemic fraud risks for legal advisors and providers.