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SEC Proposes Major Reform of Executive Compensation Disclosures
The SEC has proposed sweeping amendments to executive compensation reporting, aiming to enhance transparency and reduce complexity for public companies.
California Fines Crypto ATM Operator CoinFlip $5.1M for Fraud Failures
California orders crypto ATM operator CoinFlip to pay $5.1 million for failing to prevent fraud, marking major enforcement in crypto regulation.
Arkansas AG Sues Kalshi for Unlicensed Gambling Operations
Arkansas AG sued Kalshi in November 2026 for unlicensed gambling, sparking federal-state clashes over prediction market regulation.
Law Firms Let Lawyers Bill AI Training Hours Amid Tech Push
Leading US law firms now allow lawyers to count AI training as billable hours, boosting AI adoption and legal work efficiency in 2026.
Democrats Gain Congress Control, Boosting Oversight of Government Contractors
Democrats take both chambers in 2026 elections, increasing oversight on government contractors and defense firms, raising compliance risks.
Family Dollar Settles for $63M Over Deceptive Pricing Practices
Family Dollar agrees to a $63 million settlement with FTC and 17 states over deceptive pricing, including $40M for consumer redress and $20M discounts.
US Cyberattacks Hit 1M in 2025; Legal Risks Grow with AI Threats
US cybercrime complaints topped 1 million in 2025 with rising AI-driven attacks, forcing legal pros to sharpen cybersecurity and compliance strategies.
Arkansas Supreme Court Revives Cases Barred by Statute of Limitations
Arkansas Supreme Court overturns 1846 precedent, allowing revival of cases time-barred under state law, changing litigation landscape for sexual abuse claims and beyond.
Illinois Court Blocks Retaliation Against Caregiver Over Wage Law Suit
An Illinois federal court granted a temporary restraining order preventing a disability nonprofit from retaliating against a caregiver suing under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Resigns Amid Chip Smuggling Investigation
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigns amid investigation into chip smuggling linked to China, raising legal and national security concerns for AI hardware leadership.
United Airlines bans personal AI booking agents over privacy concerns
United Airlines bans personal AI booking agents from reserving flights starting November 11, 2026, citing privacy and FAA regulation risks. Legal teams must watch evolving AI rules.
OCC Seeks Delay in Multistate Lawsuit Over Escrow Interest Preemption
OCC renews request to pause multistate lawsuit challenging its preemption of state escrow interest laws amid pending Supreme Court cases.
Data Center Projects Face Rising Legal and Community Pushback in 2026
In 2026, $130B in U.S. data center projects blocked amid growing community opposition, new bans, and regulatory challenges.
Treasury proposes ban on biotech and certain Chinese AI investments
The U.S. Treasury proposes new rules under the COINS Act banning US investments in biotech and select Chinese AI pre-IPO firms to protect national security.
Ninth Circuit Halts California's Ban on 'Captive Audience' Meetings
The Ninth Circuit blocked California's SB 399 ban on employer-mandated political and religious meetings, citing First Amendment concerns.
Weil AI Chief Plans to Save Halted Summer Tech Training Program
Andrew Simon, Weil Gotshal's AI chief, moves to preserve the firm's halted summer associate AI tech training by transferring it to a new firm, reflecting major law firms' AI focus in training.
Over 20 Freshman Dems Withhold Support for Jeffries' Speakership Bid
More than 20 new House Democrats refuse to back Hakeem Jeffries as Speaker, signaling potential shifts in 2027 legislative priorities.
United Airlines GC Sees AI Cutting Need for Outside Counsel
United Airlines’ chief legal officer predicts AI use will become standard to handle more legal work internally before outside counsel is engaged.
BC Port Seeks Injunction Against Striking Steelworkers Union
Trigon Pacific Terminals sues United Steelworkers for injunction amid strike at Port of Prince Rupert, impacting coal and LNG shipments in BC.
Washington Supreme Court Rejects Cheesecake Factory Liability in Mall Shooting
Washington Supreme Court rules Cheesecake Factory not liable for mall shooting near its restaurant, clarifying premises security duties for businesses.