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Nevada Sues Interior Dept. Over Colorado River Water Cuts
Nevada sues U.S. Interior Department over new Colorado River water cuts set for 2027-28, challenging legal fairness and regulatory process.
Ninth Circuit Upholds Concrete Religious Accommodations for COVID-19 Vaccine Exemptions
The Ninth Circuit requires employers to provide concrete accommodations for COVID-19 vaccine religious exemptions, clarifying Title VII obligations.
DHS Proposes $103K Fee for All H-1B Cap-Subject Petitions
DHS proposes a sweeping $103,265 fee on all H-1B cap-subject petitions, reshaping immigration filing costs and strategies.
Colorado Revises Filing Rules for SEC-Registered Investment Advisers
Colorado updates notice filing and fee requirements for SEC-registered investment advisers operating in the state, including representative registration and education rules.
USCIS Updates Public Charge Rules Effective Sept 18, 2026
USCIS revises public charge criteria for immigration benefit denials, expanding means-tested benefits considered starting Sept 18, 2026.
DHS Imposes $4,000 Biometric Fee on H-1B, $4,500 on L-1 Extensions in 2026
DHS will require covered employers to pay $4,000 biometric fees for H-1B and $4,500 for L-1 visa extensions starting Sept 2026, impacting legal compliance and costs.
Colorado Defends 3-Day Gun Possession Waiting Period in Federal Court
Colorado defends its 3-day firearm possession waiting period amid legal challenges after similar laws in New Mexico and Hawaii were ruled unconstitutional.
Court: Ulta's Privacy Policy Alone Doesn't Meet CIPA Consent Rules
A court ruled Ulta's privacy policy alone isn't enough for valid consumer consent under California's CIPA, urging legal teams to reassess consent methods.
2026 Fintech M&A Surges as Fintechs Out-Acquire Banks
New 2026 forecasts show rising fintech M&A volume and strategic financial services deals reshaping legal and investment banking markets.
USCIS to Deny Immigration Cases for Missed Biometrics Without Warning
USCIS announced stricter enforcement that missed biometrics appointments may lead to immediate denial of immigration applications without prior notices.
Federal Circuit Limits Provisional Patents as Prior Art in Dental Patent Case
Federal Circuit rules provisional patents require written-description support to count as prior art, impacting patent litigation and prosecution strategies.
FCC Revises Power Inverter Ban to Exempt 45X Tax Credit Compliant Models
FCC narrows ban on foreign-made power inverters, exempting those qualifying for Section 45X tax credit, shifting compliance for manufacturers.
Medusa Ransomware Surge Threatens Healthcare Systems Nationwide
Medusa ransomware attacks exploiting unpatched healthcare software surged, raising risks for legal teams over data privacy and litigation in 2026.
Federal Judge Strikes Down Visa Ban for 75 Countries
A federal judge invalidated the visa ban on nationals from 75 countries, emphasizing case-by-case visa eligibility by consular officers.
New Mexico Seeks Comments on PFAS Law Exemptions Including Fluoropolymers
New Mexico opens public comment on PFAS Protection Act exemptions, focusing on fluoropolymers and related risks for legal and corporate stakeholders.
17 State AGs Move to Suspend California's Entire EPR Law
Seventeen state attorneys general and NAW filed to pause California's SB 54, challenging it as unconstitutional and vague.
CFPB’s ECOA Safe Harbor Rule Faces Legal Challenge After April 2026 Change
The CFPB's April 2026 Regulation B amendments eliminating disparate-impact liability under ECOA are being challenged, raising compliance concerns for lenders.
82% of GCs Demand Transparency on Law Firms’ AI Use in Legal Work
82% of general counsel expect law firms to explain AI use in legal services amid rapid AI adoption and trust concerns.
Supreme Court Affirms $655M Judgment on Banks’ Terror Funding Liability
Supreme Court upholds $655.5M judgment under Anti-Terrorism Act, clarifying bank knowledge standards for terrorism finance liability.
FDA Invites Feedback on Rules for AI-Enabled Medical Devices
FDA requests public input on regulatory framework for generative AI medical devices through Oct 19, 2026, shaping future health tech compliance.