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Cal/OSHA Aligns Indoor and Outdoor Heat Illness Rules
Cal/OSHA revises draft heat illness regulations to harmonize indoor and outdoor worker protections in California workplaces.
Medicare updates FQHC and RHC billing codes for care management in 2026
Starting 2026, Medicare requires FQHCs and RHCs to use new CPT and HCPCS codes for care management and telehealth billing.
DHS ends 'duration of status' for F-1 students starting Sept 15, 2026
DHS final rule ending duration of status for F-1, J-1, and I visa holders takes effect Sept 15, 2026, imposing fixed stays and mobility limits.
AI Hiring Tools Now Face Employment Law Scrutiny, Not Just Tech Rules
AI-powered recruitment software is increasingly regulated under employment laws, requiring legal teams to ensure compliance and avoid discrimination risks.
HRSA Revises 340B Rebate Pilot Program, Alters Drug Pricing Compliance
HRSA updates its 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program, impacting drug pricing compliance and hospital rebate processes starting January 2027.
Fifth Circuit Says Congress Controls Citizenship by Descent
In Guerra Quezada v. U.S., the Fifth Circuit affirms Congress's constitutional authority over citizenship by descent, impacting immigration law.
Supreme Court Denies Trump’s Bid to Revive Carroll Sexual Assault Appeal
The Supreme Court rejected Trump's request to revisit the E. Jean Carroll sexual assault and defamation appeal, finalizing $5M damages for Carroll.
AI Drives New Skills and Hiring Trends in Legal Teams by 2028
AI is reshaping legal team roles, hiring practices, and billing models, requiring legal pros to adapt skills and workflows now.
ArentFox Schiff Launches FoxAI, Blending Top AI Tools to Boost Legal Work
ArentFox Schiff introduces FoxAI, integrating Harvey, Microsoft Copilot, and DeepJudge for improved legal service efficiency.
AG Blanche Says Trump’s Views Could Guide DOJ Prosecutions
AG Todd Blanche says DOJ prosecutions may reflect former President Trump's views, raising concerns about prosecutorial independence and executive privilege.
Amazon updates terms to require arbitration and block class-action suits
Amazon's updated terms mandate arbitration and prohibit class-action lawsuits, shifting consumer dispute resolution and legal strategies in e-commerce.
Andy Baker to Exit as White House Deputy National Security Adviser This Month
White House Deputy National Security Adviser Andy Baker will depart by September, impacting national security policy and legal compliance strategies.
California Court Lets Privacy Claims Against Wayfair Proceed, Tosses Pen Register Case
California federal court allows CIPA privacy claims against Wayfair to move forward while dismissing pen register allegations, highlighting evolving e-commerce privacy scrutiny.
Trump Admin Seeks Supreme Court OK to Resume White House Ballroom Build
The Trump administration asks the Supreme Court to lift court blocks on White House ballroom construction amid preservation disputes and executive authority debate.
Former Oakland Mayor Challenges FBI Evidence in Federal Bribery Trial
Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao moves to exclude FBI raid evidence in her federal bribery trial, spotlighting legal and political corruption issues.
Court Denies Hemp Industry's Bid to Block Stricter THC Limits
A federal court denied hemp companies' request to delay new THC regulations tightening product limits nationwide.
Ex-Legislative Aide Sues Colorado Democrat Alleging Retaliation
A former aide sues a Colorado House Democrat for retaliation over refusal to perform campaign duties, raising legal questions for legislative workplaces.
DOJ's Fraud Division Unveils Expanded Enforcement Priorities
The DOJ Fraud Division issued a new memorandum expanding fraud enforcement focus, urging legal teams to update compliance strategies.
Judge Denies Tohono O’odham Injunction Against Border Wall
Federal judge allows border wall construction on Tohono O’odham Nation reservation, affirming government authority despite tribal objections.
9th Circuit Allows DOJ Probe into Gender-Affirming Telehealth Clinic
The 9th Circuit reverses lower court, letting DOJ subpoena QueerDoc's records in gender-affirming care investigation.