Regulatory & Compliance
Financial regulation, SEC/CFTC enforcement, industry-specific compliance, and corporate regulatory obligations
Michigan Expands Inheritance Rights for Unmarried Partners
Michigan's new law, effective in November, extends intestate inheritance rights to unmarried partners, requiring legal adaptations.
Court Narrows D&O Insurance to Securities Claims for Public Firms
A recent court ruling limits D&O insurance for public companies to securities claims, posing challenges for legal risk management.
Fintechs Pursue Bank Charters to Boost Funding and Regulation
Fintechs are seeking bank charters for better funding options and clear regulatory guidance amid evolving compliance requirements.
New AI Rules in Texas, California, Colorado Demand Compliance Overhaul
New AI regulations in Texas, California, and Colorado require legal compliance overhaul, impacting operational strategies and increasing litigation risks for firms.
EU Reforms Customs Code to Streamline Trade Processes
EU to reform Union Customs Code, impacting legal compliance in international trade and introducing a new €3 parcel fee.
NLRB Seeks Court Consent to Lift Board Member Protections
NLRB pushes for a court ruling to eliminate removal protections, impacting HR and compliance.
Chantix Case Redefines Drug Labeling Liability
The Chantix case could change pharmaceutical labeling liability, impacting compliance strategies for general counsel.
Massachusetts Sues Honeywell, Others Over PFAS Contamination
Massachusetts towns launch first wave of lawsuits against six companies, including Honeywell, for PFAS water contamination.
India Pushes for Localized Legal AI Amid Challenges
India's legal experts call for AI tailored to local systems, tackling bias and regulation hurdles.
India Mandates Medical Certification for Transgender Identity
India's new law requiring medical certification for transgender identity stirs legal debate and protests over compliance and rights.
Experts Demand Overhaul of Trust Jurisdiction Laws
Legal scholars demand reforms to update trust laws, impacting compliance and strategy for modern legal practices.
UN Calls for Taliban to Lift Ban on Women at UN Sites
UN experts demand Taliban lift the ban on women accessing UN offices in Afghanistan, impacting global humanitarian efforts and compliance with human rights standards.
State Consumer Privacy Laws Reveal Compliance Challenges
A map of state consumer privacy laws highlights gaps and compliance challenges for businesses.
White House Propels National AI Governance with New Framework
The White House unveils a National AI Framework, guiding federal AI legislation and shaping future regulations and compliance.
California Halts VC Diversity Reporting Amid Backlash
California suspends enforcement of diversity reporting for VC firms due to industry pushback, affecting compliance timelines.
Legal Compliance Hurdles in Employee Monitoring Rise
Employee monitoring technologies spark legal compliance challenges across North American companies.
USDA Greenlights Bayer's MON 95275 Corn, Alters GMO Oversight
The USDA deregulates Bayer's MON 95275 corn, prompting shifts in biotech compliance and legal strategies.
UN Urges Türkiye to Halt Misuse of Anti-Terror Laws on Lawyers
UN experts call on Türkiye to stop using anti-terror laws against rights lawyers, impacting global advocacy.
Mexico's SAT Delays E-Value Filing Deadline, Affects Import Compliance
Mexico's SAT delays e-value filing deadline to April 2026, impacting import compliance strategies for legal advisors.
State Privacy Laws Increase Compliance Risks for U.S. Corporations
U.S. state privacy laws are challenging corporate compliance, risking penalties for non-compliance and requiring careful navigation by corporate legal teams.