Regulatory & Compliance
Financial regulation, SEC/CFTC enforcement, industry-specific compliance, and corporate regulatory obligations
Texas Cardiologist Charged in $89M Healthcare Fraud Scheme
Texas cardiologist faces healthcare fraud charges for $89M in false claims tied to unnecessary heart screenings of student-athletes.
Judge Rules Trump-Era SAVE Voter Database Violated Privacy Laws
Federal judge finds the Trump administration's SAVE voter database unlawful for privacy violations, raising compliance issues for election data management.
SCOTUS Remands Kelo-Related Case Over Home Seizure Compensation
On June 23, 2026, the Supreme Court remanded a key eminent domain compensation case, impacting property rights and takings law.
Peter Murrell Sentenced to 5 Years for Embezzling SNP Funds
Peter Murrell, ex-SNP chief executive, sentenced to over five years for embezzling £300,000 in party funds; legal restitution set for September.
Kenya halts US-backed Ebola facility after deadly protests
Kenya suspends construction of a US-funded Ebola center after protests turned deadly, highlighting legal and diplomatic challenges in global health projects.
SCOTUS Blocks Lawsuit Over Religious Hair Rights in Louisiana Prison
The Supreme Court ruled that former inmate Damon Landor cannot seek monetary damages over prison policies on religious hair length, shaping religious rights in correctional facilities.
LastPass Data Breach Exposes Customer Support Case Details Again
LastPass discloses June 2026 data breach via partner Klue, compromising customer support data and raising legal industry cybersecurity concerns.
LexisNexis Hosts July Webinar on AI Risk and Governance in Legal Practice
LexisNexis and Artificial Lawyer host July 9 webinar on managing AI risk and governance for legal firms and tech leaders.
S. Korea’s Ex-Justice Minister Gets 25 Years for 2024 Martial Law Role
South Korea sentences former Justice Minister Park Sung-jae to 25 years for insurrection linked to 2024 martial law attempt amid political crisis.
California Files Suit Against EPA Over Emissions Waiver Repeal Attempt
California sues EPA for sending its vehicle emissions waivers to Congress for repeal, challenging federal overreach and impacting compliance strategies.
As You Sow Sues to Force EEOC to Resume EEO-1 Data Collection
As You Sow files FOIA lawsuit demanding EEOC continue collecting detailed workforce demographic data vital for enforcing equal employment laws.
Environmental Group Sues for Transparency on AI Role in Herbicide Order
The Center for Biological Diversity sues the federal government for records on AI's involvement in a controversial herbicide policy, highlighting regulatory accountability.
17 States Sue California Over Plastic Recycling Law Citing Constitutional Issues
Seventeen states sue California over SB 54, the Plastic Pollution Prevention Act, alleging constitutional violations and challenging state regulatory authority.
Federal Judge Dismisses Trump Suit Against LA Sanctuary City Ordinance
On June 23, 2026, a federal judge dismissed the Trump administration lawsuit challenging LA's sanctuary city ordinance, affirming local control over immigration enforcement.
Judge Blocks Government’s Expanded SAVE System Over Privacy Violations
A federal judge barred the government from using the expanded SAVE system, citing violations of privacy and unauthorized data collection affecting voter registration.
Attorney Relinquishes License After AI-Generated Legal Errors
A U.S. lawyer voluntarily gives up their license following submission of AI-generated court documents with fabricated citations, highlighting risks of careless AI use in law.
Detroit Retirement System Sues Uber Board Over Sexual Assault Risks
Detroit Retirement System sues Uber’s board alleging negligence on sexual assault lawsuit risks, spotlighting governance and compliance challenges.
Benchmark Reveals Frontier AI Models Struggle on Complex Legal Tasks
Percipient's benchmark shows leading AI models falter on insurance and contract review, highlighting limits for legal professionals.
London Trial Starts Over Google’s Post-2017 Shopping Search Changes
A London damages trial began June 2026 over Google’s post-2017 shopping search changes amid UK CMA’s new conduct rules.
EEOC Approves Revised National Enforcement Plan for FY 2025–29
The EEOC approved its National Enforcement Plan for fiscal years 2025–2029, focusing on intentional workplace discrimination and litigation priorities.