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D.C. Circuit Confirms White House Press Access Is a Privilege, Not a Right

On Sept 24, 2026, the D.C. Circuit ruled that White House press access is a privilege, not a First Amendment right, affecting media credential policies.

Sep 23, 20263 min read
LitigationInternational Law

Baja Homicide Trial Highlights Forensic Evidence in Execution-Style Killings

Forensic analysis in 2024 Baja triple homicide reveals key legal insights on execution-style gunshot wounds, aiding criminal investigations involving foreign victims.

Sep 23, 20263 min read
CybersecurityRegulatory & Compliance

ShinyHunters Claims FBI Staff Data Breach Via Oracle PeopleSoft Zero-Day

Cybercriminal group ShinyHunters claims to have stolen 2-3TB of FBI staff data exploiting an Oracle PeopleSoft zero-day vulnerability, raising federal cybersecurity and compliance risks.

Sep 23, 20263 min read
International LawRegulatory & Compliance

UN rapporteur calls for treaty to tackle Russian transnational repression

UN Special Rapporteur reveals nearly 400 cases of Russian transnational repression since 2022, urging a binding treaty for justice and accountability.

Sep 23, 20263 min read
International LawGovernment & Policy

Civil Society Urges PACE to Seek Legal Action on Georgia’s Democratic Violations

Civil society coalition urges PACE to consider legal action under ECHR Article 33 against Georgia for democratic rights violations, highlighting international accountability.

Sep 23, 20263 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceGovernment & Policy

Ninth Circuit Upholds Hawaii’s Objective Gun Licensing Rules

The Ninth Circuit en banc panel ruled Hawaii’s firearms regulations presumptively constitutional, reinforcing state regulatory authority and public safety.

Sep 23, 20263 min read
LitigationGovernment & Policy

Idaho Appeals Federal Injunction on Near-Total Abortion Ban

Idaho challenges a federal court injunction limiting its near-total abortion ban, arguing the ruling is too broad amid ongoing litigation.

Sep 23, 20263 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceGovernment & Policy

Eighth Circuit Upholds Missouri's 2025 Congressional Map for 2026 Election

The Eighth Circuit ruled Missouri must use its 2025 district map in November 2026, blocking mid-cycle changes amid election and redistricting disputes.

Sep 23, 20263 min read
Supreme CourtGovernment & Policy

Supreme Court Will Revisit Trump-Era Birthright Citizenship Case

On Sept. 22, 2026, Supreme Court agreed to review Trump-era birthright citizenship enforcement case, impacting immigration law and administrative powers.

Sep 23, 20262 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceLegal Tech

Arkansas Law Banning PBM-Owned Pharmacies Faces Eighth Circuit Review

Arkansas's groundbreaking ban on PBM-owned pharmacies, signed in 2025, faces federal court challenge over legality and commerce clause issues.

Sep 23, 20263 min read
Employment & LaborLitigation

Court Rules Arbitration Clause Too Narrow for Wrongful Termination Claims

California court invalidates narrow arbitration clause, allowing employees to litigate wrongful termination and discrimination claims in court.

Sep 23, 20262 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceLitigation

Mass. Appeals Court Defines Landlord Liability Under Chapter 93A

Massachusetts Appeals Court clarifies landlord obligations and tenant remedies under Chapter 93A in AIF Dartmouth, LLC v. Hanson decision.

Sep 23, 20262 min read
Intellectual PropertyLitigation

Screenwriter sues Netflix, Theron alleging 'Apex' copied her 2019 script

Amy Giaquinto sues Netflix and Charlize Theron claiming 2026 film 'Apex' infringes her 2019 copyrighted screenplay, highlighting IP issues in entertainment.

Sep 23, 20262 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceGovernment & Policy

Federal Court Dismisses DOJ Lawsuit Over Washington Voter Data Access

A federal judge rejects DOJ's bid for Washington state’s unredacted voter registration data, upholding state privacy laws amid DOJ’s multi-state lawsuit campaign.

Sep 23, 20263 min read
LitigationRegulatory & Compliance

Idaho Court Upholds $1.1M Libel Award to Drag Performer Eric Posey

The Idaho Supreme Court upheld a $1.1 million libel award to drag performer Eric Posey over false genitalia-flashing claims, impacting defamation law and free speech.

Sep 23, 20262 min read
Government & PolicyRegulatory & Compliance

HUD Appeals Judge’s Block on Cutting LA Homelessness Funding

HUD has appealed a federal court’s injunction preventing the suspension of nearly $1B in funding to LA Homeless Services Authority amid fraud allegations.

Sep 23, 20263 min read
Intellectual PropertyLitigation

Salt-N-Pepa Ask Second Circuit to Revive Copyright Case Against UMG

Salt-N-Pepa ask the Second Circuit to reinstate their lawsuit seeking copyright ownership of early albums, challenging works-for-hire classification under Section 203.

Sep 23, 20263 min read
LitigationRegulatory & Compliance

Supreme Court Declines to Hear Surrogacy Custody Dispute

The U.S. Supreme Court refused to hear a surrogacy custody case involving medical decisions, leaving key legal questions open.

Sep 23, 20263 min read
Legal OperationsRegulatory & Compliance

Private Equity Faces Market Challenges But Spots Legal Opportunities

Private equity deal volumes drop in 2026 while firms shift focus to AI and infrastructure, creating new legal advisory needs.

Sep 22, 20263 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceLitigation

D.C. Circuit Rules Sept. 22 Against Protest Sponsor Limits on Capitol Steps

The D.C. Circuit struck down congressional sponsorship limits on protests at the Capitol steps.

Sep 22, 20262 min read