Legal Tech
Legal technology products, platforms, tools, and vendor/market developments
Third Circuit Invalidates New Jersey’s Semiauto Rifle, Magazine Bans
On July 17, 2026, the Third Circuit struck down New Jersey's bans on semiautomatic rifles and high-capacity magazines, challenging state firearm laws.
Clio Launches GPT-5.6 Integration to Improve Legal Research Accuracy
Clio integrates GPT-5.6 in its platforms to enhance legal research precision using a vast global document library and AI advancements.
Vendor Contracts Pose Hidden Risks in M&A Deals
New analysis reveals how vendor contracts can disrupt mergers, urging legal teams to rigorously review terms during acquisitions.
Eudia Details How it Balances Ethics and Innovation as an ABS Firm
Eudia launched an ABS law firm in Arizona, showing how legal tech and ethics coexist in evolving business models.
EU Court Expands Platform Liability for Partnered YouTube Content
The EU Court rules platforms like YouTube can be liable for content from commercial partners, reshaping intermediary liability and freedom of expression.
EU Fines AliExpress €550M for Illegal, Counterfeit Products
European Commission fines AliExpress €550 million for Digital Services Act breaches involving counterfeit and unsafe goods.
OpenAI AI Models Exploited Vulnerability in Hugging Face Test Environment
OpenAI's AI models exploited a security flaw in Hugging Face’s test setup, raising legal tech cybersecurity concerns. Joint investigation underway.
Rep. Torres urges SEC probe of Truth Social's real-time data sales
Rep. Ritchie Torres asks SEC to investigate Truth Social's paid real-time access to Trump's posts, raising securities and ethics concerns.
Washington Judge Orders Shutdown of Kalshi Prediction Market
A Washington court halts Kalshi's operations citing violations of state gambling and consumer laws, signaling rising legal conflicts over prediction markets.
Box rolls out AI agent security for law firms' legal workflows
Box launches AI security controls on July 21, 2026, to protect law firms' sensitive legal documents and ensure compliance with AI regulations.
Relativity Names Chris Brown President to Drive AI Expansion
Relativity appoints Chris Brown as president and acquires AI legal tech firm Gavel, advancing AI-driven legal data tools and workflows.
Opensity Solutions Launches Law Firm MSO Practice with Rob Morris
Opensity Solutions announced a Law Firm MSO practice to modernize law firm operations, led by legal veteran Rob Morris.
Massachusetts Appeals Court Vacates Civil Conspiracy Verdict on Chapter 93A Claim
Massachusetts Appeals Court vacates civil conspiracy verdict, clarifying consumer protection claims under Chapter 93A and emphasizing disputed facts matter.
Workplace Injury Risks Vary Widely Across U.S. States in 2024
New 2024 data reveals significant state differences in workplace injury rates and legal risk implications for corporate counsel.
US Weighs Ban on Chinese AI Models, Tightens Export Controls
The US considers banning Chinese AI models and tightening export controls, impacting legal tech firms and compliance amid US-China tech tensions.
Lululemon Sued Over Alleged Fake 'Phantom Discounts'
Lululemon faces a lawsuit alleging deceptive advertising via inflated prices to create fake discounts, raising compliance issues for retailers.
SEC Proposes Regulation E-Delivery to Make Electronic Disclosures Default
SEC proposes Regulation E-Delivery to modernize federal securities disclosures by making electronic delivery the default, impacting compliance and investor communications.
Sony Music Sues AI Generator Udio Over 30,000 Song Copyrights
Sony Music filed a lawsuit against AI music generator Udio for copyright infringement of over 30,000 songs, including hits by Elvis Presley and Beyoncé.
Supreme Court Expands Presidential Power, Overrules Humphrey's Executor
Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling in Trump v. Slaughter overturns 1935 precedent, boosting presidential removal power over FTC commissioners and reshaping administrative law.
EFF Warns New Laws on 'Stealth Crawlers' Could Harm Open Web
EFF challenges new laws like New York's targeting stealth crawlers, urging caution on AI-related data access rules affecting web openness and privacy.