Regulatory & Compliance
Financial regulation, SEC/CFTC enforcement, industry-specific compliance, and corporate regulatory obligations
Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy Loses GOP Primary After Impeachment Vote
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy loses Louisiana GOP primary after voting to convict Trump in 2021, highlighting legal and political risks for lawmakers defying party lines.
Federal Courts Refine When Chapter 93A Applies Over Out-of-State Laws
Massachusetts courts clarify how contract law provisions impact Chapter 93A's reach, offering in-house counsel new guidance on consumer protection and contract risk.
Nebraska Outlaws Noncompete Clauses for Healthcare Staffing Agencies
Nebraska passed a law banning noncompete clauses and employment fees for healthcare staffing agencies, signaling new requirements for staffing firms and hospitals by July 2027.
States Expand Nonlawyer Legal Roles to Boost Access to Justice
About a dozen U.S. states now allow nonlawyers to provide limited legal help—reshaping legal service delivery and increasing options for unrepresented litigants.
Minnesota Charges ICE Agent with Assault in Minneapolis Shooting
Hennepin County charges ICE agent Christian Castro with assault and false reporting after a Minneapolis shooting, spotlighting law enforcement accountability in immigration operations.
25 States, DC Sue Over Federal Student Loan Caps
A coalition of 25 states and Washington, DC has sued the U.S. Department of Education, challenging federal student loan caps and their impact on financial aid for key healthcare fields.
Colorado Overhauls AI Law, Shifts Focus to Automated Decision-Making
Colorado updates its AI law in 2026, shifting regulatory focus and revising compliance for legal tech. SB 189 introduces new rules on ADMT and liability.
Debate Grows Over Enforceable Rights for Murder Victims in Court
A new law review argues for representatives to assert rights for murder victims, fueling debate over expanding victim advocacy and criminal justice reform across U.S. courts.
FCC's Robocall Crackdown Sparks Privacy Debate Over KYC Rules
The FCC's new robocall crackdown plan proposes strict KYC requirements for phone carriers, raising privacy concerns and debate around the future of anonymous communication.
Supreme Court to Hear Landmark Sex Discrimination Case in 2026
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a pivotal sex discrimination case about whether school employees can sue under Title IX, potentially reshaping workplace protections.
New US Law Forces Quick Removal of Sexual Deepfakes, Raises Free Speech Concerns
The TAKE IT DOWN Act requires US platforms to remove sexual deepfake and nonconsensual images within 48 hours, but experts warn about possible censorship and legal challenges.
Musk v. Altman Trial Ends on Technicality, Exposes Deep AI Sector Rifts
The Musk v. Altman trial ended on procedural grounds, revealing tensions over profit, power, and AI governance that could reshape legal frameworks in the tech industry.
Congress Moves Quickly to Regulate Prediction Markets After Insider Trading Scandals
Congress accelerates regulatory response to insider trading scandals in online prediction markets, with proposed bills targeting misuse and setting compliance priorities for legal teams.
Texas AG Sues Islamic School Over 'TexAM' Name and Unauthorized Degrees
Texas AG Paxton sues Texas American Muslim University for allegedly offering unauthorized degrees and misleadingly using a name similar to Texas A&M. Legal, education sectors take note.
Ex-Phoenix Cop Denies Inciting Violence at Student Protest in Federal Lawsuit
Fired Phoenix police sergeant Dusten Mullen denies provoking student protesters at a 2026 rally, escalating a federal lawsuit on police conduct and accountability.
Federal Court Reinstates Pentagon's Press Escort Rule Amid NYT Challenge
A federal court reinstated the Pentagon's journalist escort policy, intensifying The New York Times' legal battle over press freedom and government transparency.
Georgia Court Blocks Election Speech Gag for Supreme Court Candidates
A federal judge bars Georgia's judicial commission from publicly accusing Supreme Court candidates of ethical violations over campaign speech, impacting future judicial elections.
11th Circuit Revives Alabama Coal Ash Pit Lawsuit
The 11th Circuit revived a lawsuit against Alabama Power over coal ash storage at Plant Barry, raising key public health and regulatory compliance issues.
Virginia, Maine, Delaware Expand Pay Transparency, Ban Salary History
Virginia, Maine, and Delaware have enacted laws requiring pay range disclosure and banning salary history checks in hiring, raising compliance stakes for multistate employers.
Ninth Circuit to Decide Federal Venue in California v. ExxonMobil Plastics Case
A Ninth Circuit decision is pending on whether California’s plastics suit against ExxonMobil stays in state or moves to federal court, shaping future environmental litigation.