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Opponents File New Appeals to Halt California’s Delta Tunnel Project
New legal appeals filed in 2024 challenge California's Delta Tunnel project, raising compliance and environmental concerns for regulators and legal professionals.
Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg Launches Corporate Crime Task Force
Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg launches a Corporate Crime and Antitrust Task Force to target corporate fraud and antitrust violations in NYC, signaling increased enforcement.
Microsoft Launches 20+ AI Legal Skills in Word and Cowork
Microsoft launches Copilot for Legal with over 20 AI-powered skills integrated in Word and Cowork, boosting legal drafting and review efficiency.
Bill Gates Commits Major Funds to AI Safety and Regulatory Oversight
Bill Gates allocates significant resources to AI safety, urging government regulations akin to those for planes and medicines, impacting legal compliance.
Chariot Claims Raises $10M to Scale AI Platform for Mass Consumer Claims
Chariot Claims secured $10 million Series A to enhance AI-driven mass claims processing, improving efficiency for legal ops and law firms.
Control Risks Spins Off Compliance and eDiscovery Unit with Beringer Backing
Control Risks is spinning off its compliance, investigations, and eDiscovery business with private equity backing, impacting legal and compliance teams worldwide.
Arizona AG Threatens Lawsuit Over Water Use by Phoenix Data Centers
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes demands statewide pause on data centers amid 450% projected water demand surge amid Colorado River cuts.
Lyft Seeks Dismissal of Negligence Claims in 134-Case Sexual Assault MDL
Lyft moves to dismiss certain negligence claims in 134-case sexual assault MDL, impacting litigation strategy and corporate liability in ride-hailing sector.
Law Firms Debate AI's Role in Training Junior Lawyers
Law firms grapple with AI's impact on junior lawyer training amid fears it may hinder skill development and career growth.
Law Firms Adjust Budgets as AI Vendors Shift to Consumption Pricing
Legal AI vendors move from seat licenses to pay-per-use models, prompting law firms to rethink budgeting and cost control strategies.
California AG Sues to Stop Closure of SF National Archives Facility
California AG Rob Bonta sues to prevent closure of San Francisco National Archives, citing limited digital access and impacts on legal research.
Third Circuit: Past DUIs Don’t Strip Second Amendment Rights
Third Circuit en banc rules that prior DUI convictions do not forfeit Second Amendment rights, impacting firearms law and constitutional defenses.
Utah Judge Advances Manslaughter Charges in Protest Shooting
Utah judge advances manslaughter case against volunteer who shot and killed a protester at 2025 No Kings protest in Salt Lake City.
Bank of America Hit With $1.2B Penalty for AML Failures
The U.S. Treasury fines Bank of America $1.2 billion for anti-money laundering and sanctions compliance failures over multiple years.
California Court Defines Supervisor Harassment Liability Standards
California Court of Appeal limits strict liability for employer harassment to supervisors with direct authority over victims, affecting employer policies.
Washington State Proposes PPE Rule Update for Construction Workers
Washington DOSH proposes updated construction PPE rules to align with federal OSHA standards, emphasizing properly fitting equipment to enhance worker safety.
CVS to Pay $315M in Opioid Prescription Settlement with New Oversight
CVS agrees to $315 million settlement over opioid prescription allegations, including enhanced compliance and monitoring measures to address controlled substances.
Duane Davis Sentenced to 40 Years for Tupac Shakur Murder
Duane Davis was sentenced to 40 years to life in 2026 for the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur, closing a decades-old case with implications for criminal law.
Kimberly Guilfoyle Resigns as Ambassador to Greece Amid Ethics Allegations
Kimberly Guilfoyle resigned as U.S. Ambassador to Greece after allegations of soliciting funds for political access and improper gifts, prompting calls for investigation.
Court Denies Simon & Simon’s Partial Summary Judgment in Uber Fraud Lawsuit
A federal court denied Simon & Simon's motion for partial summary judgment in Uber's fraud and racketeering case, underscoring risks in firm-client disputes.