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Court Clears Way for Importers to Recover IEEPA-Imposed Duties
US court rulings enable importers to reclaim tariffs imposed under IEEPA, impacting trade compliance and duty refund claims.
2026 State AG Races Point to Enforcement Shifts Businesses Must Track
State attorney general races in 2026 are drawing record funding and signal shifts in enforcement that legal teams must monitor closely.
USCIS Hits FY 2027 H-1B Visa Cap, Signaling Tight Hiring Market
USCIS reached FY 2027 H-1B visa cap with 85,000 visas allocated and demand strong despite fewer registrations, impacting corporate hiring strategies.
Court Halts Enforcement of California's Truth in Labeling Law
A federal judge issued a preliminary injunction blocking California's SB 343 enforcement amid constitutional challenges.
Sixth Circuit Reinstates Builder's Risk Coverage, Rejects Insurer's Denial
The Sixth Circuit rejected an insurer's procedural defense to builder's risk coverage, clarifying legal standards for construction insurance claims.
Investigation Targets White House Teleprompter Operator for Insider Trading
Federal regulators investigate a White House teleprompter operator for insider trading using Kalshi prediction market trades on Trump speeches.
FERC Directs NERC to Develop Data Center Power Reliability Standards
FERC orders NERC to create specific power grid reliability standards for data centers, impacting legal compliance for operators and counsel.
Legal Teams Drive 19.5% of Enterprise AI Use, Heightening GC Governance Role
Legal departments lead enterprise AI adoption with 19.5% of usage, pushing GCs to strengthen oversight and policies for risk management.
Italian Court Convicts 32 Over 2018 Genoa Bridge Collapse
An Italian court convicted 32 individuals for the 2018 Genoa bridge collapse, highlighting legal accountability in infrastructure safety and corporate compliance.
9th Circuit Blocks FinCEN’s Border Cash Rule Targeting Cartel Funds
The 9th Circuit blocks FinCEN's Geographic Targeting Order, disrupting US anti-cartel financial enforcement at the Mexico border.
ICE to Equip All Field Offices With Body Cameras Within 60 Days
DHS confirms all ICE field offices will have body cameras within 60 days, increasing oversight amid recent fatal shootings.
DOE Proposes Changes to Appliance Energy Conservation Rulemaking Process
DOE proposes revisions to federal appliance energy conservation standards rulemaking, impacting legal and regulatory compliance processes.
France’s Anti-Corruption Agency Issues First Financial Penalties
In July 2026, France’s Anti-Corruption Agency imposed its first fines under Sapin II, signaling stronger enforcement for compliance teams.
FINRA Proposes Major Overhaul of Enforcement Program
FINRA unveils sweeping reforms to its enforcement program aimed at transparency and efficiency, impacting broker-dealer compliance strategies.
Trump Reinstates ICE Traffic Stops After Fatal Shootings Suspension
In July 2026, DHS briefly suspended ICE traffic stops following two deadly shootings; Trump reversed the suspension amid legal and policy concerns.
Amazon Launches Quick for Legal AI Assistant for Contracts and Compliance
Amazon introduces Quick for Legal, an AI assistant for contract review, compliance, and legal research, integrating with major productivity tools.
NRC Proposes Removing ALARA from Radiation Protection Rules
The NRC proposes eliminating the ALARA principle from radiation safety regulations, aiming to modernize and clarify compliance standards by 2026.
Two Bipartisan Bills Introduced in 2026 to Reform 340B Drug Discount Program
In June and July 2026, bipartisan bills aim to reform the 340B drug discount program, impacting legal compliance for drug pricing.
Abbott Employees Sue Over Higher Costs for Same Health Coverage
Abbott Laboratories faces a class-action lawsuit by employees alleging unfair charges for identical health plans, raising legal concerns on benefit administration.
Wisconsin Panel Finds Probable Cause Elon Musk Violated Bribery Law
Wisconsin Elections Commission refers Elon Musk bribery complaints over $1M voter payments in 2023 Supreme Court race, highlighting legal risks for political spending.