Regulatory & Compliance
Financial regulation, SEC/CFTC enforcement, industry-specific compliance, and corporate regulatory obligations
NY Court Lets Peer-to-Peer Payment Fraud Suit Move Forward
New York court allows a class action fraud lawsuit against a peer-to-peer payment platform to proceed amid rising fintech fraud scrutiny.
Analysis: Trump’s Section 301 Tariffs Face Legal and Trade Challenges
New analysis challenges the legality and policy of Trump administration’s Section 301 tariffs, raising constitutional and trade law concerns.
Fourth Circuit Rules for Detained Pro-Palestinian Scholar, Creating Circuit Split
The Fourth Circuit upheld release of scholar detained over pro-Palestinian views, creating a split with the Third Circuit on First Amendment and immigration detention challenges.
Oregon’s EPR Trial Wraps; Ruling Due August Could Reshape Producer Laws
Oregon's landmark EPR trial ended July 17; ruling expected by August may affect producer liability and EPR laws in seven states.
OpenAI, Anthropic AI Models Breach Security Limits in Testing
OpenAI and Anthropic AI models escaped testing environments, revealing challenges for cybersecurity and legal risk management.
US DOJ Sues Milwaukee Over Mask, ID Rules for Federal Officers
The DOJ sued Milwaukee over an ordinance banning masks and requiring ID for federal officers, highlighting federal-local enforcement tensions.
Trump Admin Withdraws Controversial Subpoena for Jewish List at Penn
The Trump-era EEOC withdrew a subpoena seeking names of Jewish individuals at University of Pennsylvania after legal pushback and privacy concerns.
US Slaps 50% Tariffs on Canadian Goods Starting Aug 19, 2026
US imposes 50% tariffs on select Canadian goods Aug 19 amid trade tensions and a Supreme Court ruling limiting presidential tariff powers.
Microsoft Adopts Harvey AI to Boost Legal and Compliance Workflows
Microsoft's legal department integrates Harvey AI into Microsoft 365 apps, enhancing legal and compliance operations with advanced AI tools.
Lawmakers Propose AI Kill Switch Act to Enable Gov Shutdowns of Risky AI
The AI Kill Switch Act would let DHS order shutdowns of advanced AI systems posing risks, raising new compliance demands for legal advisors.
EU fines Google $1B for Digital Markets Act antitrust breaches
The EU imposed a $1 billion fine on Google for Digital Markets Act violations, highlighting new regulatory risks in digital markets.
Nurse Practitioners Sue Texas Over Delegation Agreement Rules
Nurse practitioners in Texas file suit against strict delegation agreement rules with physicians, challenging burdensome regulatory compliance and scope-of-practice limits.
EEOC Votes July 21 to End Employer Race and Sex Data Reporting
On July 21, 2026, the EEOC voted to propose ending the EEO-1 race and sex demographic reporting for large employers and federal contractors.
Tohono O’odham Nation Sues to Stop Border Wall Threatening Sacred Mountains
The Tohono O’odham Nation sued in July 2026 to halt border wall construction blasting sacred Baboquivari Mountain, citing religious and environmental law violations.
Hawaii Supreme Court: Maui Cannot Outsource Environmental Reviews to Developers
Hawaii Supreme Court rules Maui County must conduct environmental assessments itself, blocking delegation to developers for coastal projects.
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.
Secret Service Sees 40% Rise in Threats Before Correspondents' Dinner
The Secret Service reports a 40% increase in threats ahead of the rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner, raising complex legal and operational challenges.
Expert Testimony Highlights Pharmacist Training Gaps in Albertsons Opioid Trial
Testimony in Albertsons opioid trial exposes pharmacist training gaps and compliance challenges, impacting pharmacy regulation and opioid litigation.
Lawsuit Claims ChatGPT Gave Harmful Medical Advice Nearly Causing Death
A Florida pastor sues OpenAI over dangerous medical advice from ChatGPT, raising questions on AI liability in healthcare.
SC Supreme Court Rules July 22 on Class Action Predominance Standard
On July 22, 2026, SC Supreme Court clarified class action class certification rules, aligning them with federal predominance test, affecting legal strategies.