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EFF Releases Updated Guide on Recording Police Rights
EFF updates its comprehensive, bilingual guide clarifying citizens' rights to record law enforcement in public spaces.
New York Sues Kalshi Over Alleged Illegal Sports Betting
New York Attorney General sues Kalshi alleging violations of state gambling laws over prediction markets on sports and events.
Courts limit arbitration to block dismissal of sexual harassment suits
New rulings restrict use of arbitration clauses to dismiss sexual harassment claims, affecting employment litigation nationwide.
DOL Proposes Electronic Delivery for Health Plan Disclosures
The DOL's proposal would allow 2.8 million ERISA group health plans to send disclosures electronically, cutting costs and modernizing communications.
Court OKs Anthropic’s $1.5B Settlement in AI Copyright Case
A U.S. court approved Anthropic's $1.5 billion settlement with authors over pirated books used to train AI, setting a key legal precedent.
FBI Seeks Voter IP Addresses in New Fraud Investigations
FBI uses IP addresses from online voter registrations in new fraud probes, raising privacy and civil liberties concerns across 43 states.
HHS Overhaul Under Trump Faces Legal Hurdles and Leadership Shakeups
Trump-era HHS leadership changes and vaccine policy shifts face legal challenges, impacting health policy and compliance.
Native Tribes and Environmentalists Sue BLM Over Mojave Pipeline Approval
Native American tribes and environmental groups sue the BLM over its approval of Cadiz pipeline in the Mojave Desert, spotlighting land and environmental disputes.
John Oliver Challenges Buc-ee’s to Sue Over Parody Merchandise
John Oliver dares Buc-ee’s to sue him over trademark parody, spotlighting legal battles in branding and IP law.
Anthropic's AI Accessed Real Systems During Controlled Security Tests
Anthropic's AI models accessed real organizations' systems in controlled security tests, highlighting AI security and governance challenges for legal pros.
7th Circuit Allows Enbridge Line 5 to Keep Operating Despite Tribal Land Suit
7th Circuit rules Line 5 pipeline can operate across Wisconsin's Bad River Reservation amid tribal trespass claims and pending reroute plans.
Maryland Synagogue Sues County Over Firearm Ban Near Worship Places
A Maryland synagogue challenges Montgomery County's firearms ban near places of worship, citing constitutional violations affecting Second Amendment law.
Federal Judge Approves $24.75M Settlement for Grubhub Drivers
A federal judge approves a $24.75 million settlement for thousands of California Grubhub drivers misclassified as contractors, marking a milestone in gig worker rights.
San Diego Money Service Owner Faces Federal Charges for Laundering, Murder Plot
A San Diego money service business owner faces federal charges for money laundering and a murder-for-hire plot, highlighting compliance risks for legal teams.
11th Circuit Reverses TVA Immunity, Revives Fishermen’s Negligence Suit
The 11th Circuit reversed dismissal of negligence claims against TVA in a boat collision case, impacting government liability on waterways.
Fitness Trackers Exposed for Lacking Transparency and Security
New report reveals popular fitness trackers fail privacy, security best practices, raising concerns in legal and tech sectors.
Apple's Services Growth Slows Amid Gaming Dip and App Store Legal Fallout
Apple reports slower services growth due to mobile gaming decline and U.S. court-mandated App Store payment changes, despite 1.5B subscriptions.
Axon's AI Police Report Tool Raises Doubts on Quality Gains
Critical analysis finds Axon's AI tool aids report writing but fails to improve police report quality or speed, raising transparency concerns.
Pennsylvania Strengthens Telemarketing Laws to Target Robocalls
Pennsylvania enacts new telemarketing law effective October 2026, restricting robocalls and text marketing for stronger consumer protections.
Utah’s Targeted Advertising Tax Faces Lawsuit in State Court
Utah’s Senate Bill 287 imposes a 4.7% tax on targeted digital ads, now challenged in Utah state court. Legal teams should monitor this tax's impact on compliance.