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California Supreme Court Weighs 'Duty to Innovate' in Gilead Case
The California Supreme Court is considering if pharmaceutical firms have a legal 'duty to innovate' in the Gilead Tenofovir case—an outcome with major product liability implications.
DOJ Accuses Yale Medical School of Racial Bias in Admissions
The DOJ accuses Yale School of Medicine of racial discrimination in admissions, alleging systemic bias against Asian and White applicants and sparking national legal debate.
Musk Confirms xAI Used OpenAI Data in Grok Training During Court Testimony
Elon Musk testified that xAI used OpenAI outputs to train its Grok AI, raising major legal issues around AI IP, contractual limits, and governance after organizational changes.
IRS Launches Limited Easement Settlement: 10% Penalty Offer for Partnerships
The IRS offers a 90-day settlement program with a 10% penalty for partnerships in conservation easement tax disputes, aiming to resolve over 1,100 cases.
AAA Unveils AI Arbitrator, Sharpening Focus on Tech in Dispute Resolution
The American Arbitration Association launched its AI Arbitrator for document-only cases, pushing law firms and in-house counsel to rethink arbitration workflows.
OpenAI Considers Legal Action Over Alleged Apple Breach in ChatGPT Deal
OpenAI has hired external counsel to review a breach-of-contract claim against Apple over their 2024 ChatGPT integration, signaling growing AI partnership risks.
Law Firms Shift to Structured Business Development Plans for Revenue Growth
Law firms and lawyers are adopting detailed business development plans, abandoning ad hoc tactics to drive measurable revenue and advance careers amid tougher client demands.
Law Firms Rethink Associate Training as AI Upends Traditional Tasks
Law firms are overhauling associate assignments and training as AI speeds up routine tasks, creating new challenges for skills development and lawyer growth.
DoD Proposes Sweeping FOCI Disclosure Rule for Defense Contractors
A new DoD proposal would require thousands of defense contractors to disclose foreign ownership or influence and impose new mitigation obligations for high-value contracts.
SEC’s Woodcock Targets Private Funds, Financial Reporting in Enforcement Push
New SEC Enforcement Director David Woodcock signals 'back-to-basics' priorities, focusing on private funds and financial reporting—key guidance for compliance professionals.
GM Settles for $12.75M Over Unlawful Sale of California Drivers’ Data
General Motors agrees to $12.75M settlement with California over illegal sale of driver location and behavior data, setting new privacy enforcement precedent for the auto sector.
Supreme Court Clarifies Jurisdiction for Stayed Arbitration Claims
The Supreme Court ruled that federal courts retain jurisdiction to confirm or vacate arbitral awards even after staying cases under the Federal Arbitration Act.
D.C. Medicaid Behavioral Health Providers Face More Investigations, Payment Suspensions
Government scrutiny is rising for Medicaid behavioral health providers in D.C., with increases in investigations, law enforcement referrals, and payment suspensions.
NetDocuments Debuts Legal Context Graph and Revamped Platform Interface
NetDocuments launches its Legal Context Graph and redesigned platform, introducing new data connectivity and user experience features for law firms and legal departments.
UK Opens Antitrust Probe Into Microsoft’s Business Software Ecosystem
The UK's CMA launches a formal antitrust investigation into Microsoft’s business software ecosystem, signaling higher regulatory scrutiny for legal tech users and vendors.
Blockchain Could Curb Anthropic’s Secondary Share Disputes, Analysis Finds
As Anthropic voids unauthorized share transfers, legal experts consider blockchain’s promise for tracking private equity and enforcing transfer restrictions in volatile AI markets.
Clio Hits $500M ARR as Legal Tech Sees Surge in AI Adoption
Clio reaches $500 million in annual recurring revenue, underscoring legal tech’s rapid growth and AI-driven transformation amid Anthropic’s rising market influence.
Miami Residents Sue Trump Over $300M Land Gift for Library Skyscraper
Miami residents are suing to block Donald Trump's development of valuable downtown land gifted for his presidential library, citing constitutional and property law concerns.
Rohit Chopra Tapped to Lead California’s New Business Regulator
Ex-CFPB Director Rohit Chopra appointed by Governor Newsom as Secretary of California’s new Business and Consumer Services Agency, signaling tougher regulatory oversight.
Musk-Altman OpenAI Trial Wraps Testimony, Closing Arguments Next
Testimony concluded in the Musk-Altman OpenAI trial, spotlighting legal questions on AI nonprofit governance. Closing arguments are set for May 14, 2026.