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Fifth Circuit Upholds Rahimi Standard for Gun Bans on Heroin Traffickers
The Fifth Circuit reaffirmed that heroin traffickers can be disarmed under the Rahimi dangerousness standard, impacting federal gun possession laws nationwide.
Supreme Court Upholds FCC Data Privacy Fines in 8-1 Ruling
The US Supreme Court reinforced FCC's authority to fine AT&T and Verizon over data privacy violations in a key 2026 ruling impacting regulatory compliance.
Treaty 8 First Nations Demand Alberta Halt Separation Referendum
Treaty 8 First Nations formally demand Alberta stop separation referendum efforts without full consultation, citing constitutional and treaty rights.
Grossman’s Husband Testifies on Family Wealth in $176M Hit-and-Run Trial
New testimony on Rebecca Grossman’s family wealth surfaces in $176M civil trial for fatal 2020 hit-and-run, influencing punitive damages phase.
Experts Urge Legal Reforms to Stop AI’s Fake Case Citations
New analysis shows AI disclosure rules fall short against hallucinated legal citations, urging tighter legal standards to ensure accuracy.
Sanders’ Proposed 50% AI Stock Tax Faces Legal, Constitutional Challenges
Senator Sanders proposes a one-time 50% stock tax on AI giants to fund a public wealth fund, raising constitutional and legal questions.
FBI Warns Silent Ransom Group Sends Fake IT Workers to Law Firms
Google and FBI warn law firms about Silent Ransom Group's new physical infiltration tactic using impostor IT staff for ransomware data theft.
Illinois Law Firm Tests New Models for Nonlawyer Investment
An Illinois law firm explores novel structures for nonlawyer financial participation amid HB 5487's recent regulatory changes, signaling shifts in law firm ownership.
Relativity Launches FOIA Tool; Filevine Debuts AI for Law Firms
Relativity’s FOIA tool and Filevine’s AI system launched in June 2026, enhancing legal workflows with AI automation and unified case management.
EFF Shares LGBTQ+ Online Safety Q&A Recap for Legal Advisers
EFF's 2026 LGBTQ+ online safety Q&A recap offers tailored privacy and digital rights advice for legal professionals.
ESAs Release First Report on DORA ICT-Related Incidents in EU Finance
The ESAs' inaugural report under DORA reveals 3,383 major ICT incidents in the EU financial sector, spotlighting system failures and cross-border impacts.
Capita's £370M bid for UK HR contract is 40% below government estimate
Capita wins £370M UK government HR and finance contract with a bid 40% below estimate, sparking legal challenge and scrutiny of cost models.
Connecticut's CART Act Sets AI Hiring Disclosure Rules by 2027
Connecticut’s CART Act mandates employers disclose AI use in hiring by October 2027, shaping transparency in employment decisions.
Lawsuits Challenge Qualified Immunity in California Prison Visit Deaths
Families sue California prison officials over two deaths during conjugal visits, challenging qualified immunity protections in wrongful death claims.
NJ Court Rules Streamate Performers Are Independent Contractors Federally, Employees Statewide
A NJ federal court ruled that Streamate performers are independent contractors under federal law but employees under New Jersey law, affecting gig economy labor classifications.
Florida Enacts AI Liability Law, Files Lawsuit Against OpenAI Over ChatGPT
Florida passes AI liability law and sues OpenAI alleging ChatGPT risks, reshaping AI legal landscape for lawyers nationwide.
Lawyers Share Strategies to Stay Relevant Amid AI Disruption
Explore how lawyers can adapt careers and develop skills to thrive as AI reshapes the legal profession.
Kirkland & Ellis, Palantir Unveil AI Platform for Private Equity Fundraising
Kirkland & Ellis and Palantir launch AI platform in April 2024 to streamline private equity fundraising workflows with AI and legal expertise.
Illinois Delays AI Employment Notice Rules Until After 2026
Illinois has postponed AI employment notice rule enforcement originally scheduled for January 2026, giving employers more time to comply.
Privacy Rules Tighten on AI Training Data, Raising Legal Stakes
Tighter privacy laws and new studies highlight legal risks for corporations using AI training data. Stay updated on global regulatory moves and compliance obligations.