Regulatory & Compliance
Financial regulation, SEC/CFTC enforcement, industry-specific compliance, and corporate regulatory obligations
NJ Bill S1631 Targets Height and Weight Discrimination
New Jersey's Bill S1631 offers new protections against height and weight discrimination, signaling a potential shift in company diversity policies.
CPSC Enforcement Webinar Offers Critical Insights for Legal Pros
Crowell & Moring hosts a May 7 webinar on evolving CPSC enforcement, vital for legal strategies amid AI and eFiling changes.
DOJ and DHS Launch Task Force to Combat Tariff Evasion
DOJ and DHS have formed a task force targeting tariff fraud, raising compliance stakes for businesses amid increased enforcement risks.
Meta Fined $375M in Historic Child Safety Verdict
Meta faces a record $375 million fine by a New Mexico jury for child safety failures, setting a legal precedent for tech firms.
Activists Take Legal Action on Pearl Harbor Fuel Spill Risks
Activists sue the Navy over Pearl Harbor fuel spill risks, a crucial issue for environmental compliance professionals.
EU Expands Sanctions on Iran with New Restrictions
The EU extends Iran sanctions, adding travel bans and asset freezes, increasing compliance challenges for businesses.
Judge Demands Review of Two Major Montana Logging Projects
Judge Kathleen DeSoto orders review of Montana logging projects Gold Butterfly and Round Star due to environmental analysis deficiencies, impacting future compliance strategies.
Judge's Injunction Lifts Freeze on $10B Child Care Funds
A California judge's decision lifts the $10B federal child care funding freeze, ensuring continued support for low-income families and impacting future funding disputes.
Supreme Court Strikes Down Colorado's Conversion Therapy Ban
The Supreme Court overturns Colorado's conversion therapy ban, impacting state laws and mental health regulations.
Judge Advances Key Privacy Claims Against Alexa
A judge allows critical wiretap and BIPA claims against Amazon's Alexa to proceed, impacting privacy laws in multiple states.
U.S. Portal Aims to Boost Compliance on Foreign Education Gifts
The U.S. launches a portal to enhance compliance for higher education foreign gifts, aiding legal counsel in navigating new requirements.
Utah Pioneers Digital Estate Planning with New Law
Utah's new law enabling electronic estate documents sets a U.S. precedent, potentially streamlining workflows for estate planners nationwide.
White House AI Framework Overhauls Legal Compliance
The White House's AI framework mandates national standards, impacting legal tech compliance and IP rights protection.
Federal Procurement to Limit DEI Initiatives Under New Rule
Federal contracts to restrict race-based DEI initiatives due to new regulations, affecting compliance for legal professionals.
Experts Link Social Media to Historical Moral Panics
Experts draw parallels between social media concerns and historical moral panics, impacting freedom of speech and legal perspectives.
Judge Orders Penn to Reveal Jewish Employee Details
A judge orders Penn to disclose Jewish employee details for an EEOC antisemitism probe, raising privacy concerns.
DHS Nominee Mullin Pledges Judicial Warrants for Home Entries
Markwayne Mullin promises judicial warrants for home entries, marking policy shift in DHS oversight from administrative warrants.
Trump's EO Limits DEI Practices for Federal Contractors
Trump issues EO limiting DEI practices in federal contracts, impacting compliance and legal risks.
Senate Introduces Bipartisan Bill Against Retail Theft
The Senate's bipartisan bill targets organized retail crime, crucial for legal practices adjusting to enforcement changes.
NJ APNs Gain Independence with 2026 Law Effective March 30
A new law effective March 30, 2026, allows New Jersey APNs to practice independently, impacting healthcare accessibility and legal compliance.