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EFF Reveals UK Age Verification Gathers LGBT Users' Sensitive Data
EFF exposes privacy risks in UK Online Safety Act age checks collecting LGBT users’ biometric and ID data, urging safer, compliant alternatives.
Deloitte: AI Will Handle 30% of In-House Legal Work by 2031
Deloitte predicts AI agents to automate 30% of corporate legal tasks within five years, reshaping in-house legal teams and workflows.
Supreme Court boosts Trump’s firing power but blocks key tariff moves
The Supreme Court expands President Trump's power to fire independent agency heads but restricts his authority to impose tariffs unilaterally.
AI-Generated Probate Document Looks Right but Misses Key Legal Issues
A probate lawyer found AI-generated documents look professional but miss critical probate law questions, highlighting the need for legal oversight.
Reed Smith, Cornell Launch AI Program for Firm Partners
Reed Smith and Cornell launch an AI Leadership Program for partners to deepen AI legal expertise and client advisory skills starting September 2026.
Judge Stops DOT From Freezing $16B Hudson Tunnel Funds Over DEI Review
A federal judge blocks DOT’s attempt to halt $16 billion Hudson Tunnel funding over DEI compliance, impacting key legal and infrastructure stakeholders.
LA Homeless Agency Sues HUD Over $220M Funding Suspension
LA Homeless Services Authority sues HUD after $220M funding suspension amid fraud allegations, risking thousands losing housing support.
Judge Denies Acquittal for Ex-Google Engineer in AI Trade Secret Case
A judge rejected acquittal motions for former Google engineer Linwei Ding, convicted of stealing AI trade secrets, highlighting challenges in tech espionage cases.
Alaska court lets namesake challenger Dan Sullivan stay on Senate primary ballot
Alaska Supreme Court ruled Dan J. Sullivan can remain on primary ballot despite confusion claims, spotlighting election law challenges.
Winston & Strawn, Taylor Wessing Merge to Form $1.75B Transatlantic Firm
Winston & Strawn and Taylor Wessing merged June 2026, creating 1,400-lawyer firm Winston Taylor with $1.75B revenue, reflecting global BigLaw growth.
Trump Surprised as Supreme Court Upholds $5M Carroll Verdict
The Supreme Court declined to review Trump's appeal of a $5 million sexual abuse and defamation verdict by E. Jean Carroll.
Kirkland & Ellis Joins Forces With Syllo to Boost Litigation AI
Kirkland & Ellis partners with AI firm Syllo to enhance litigation with advanced tools, following Palantir tie-up and major AI investments.
DOJ Sues Mass. and R.I. Over In-State Tuition for Undocumented Students
The DOJ challenges Massachusetts and Rhode Island's laws offering in-state tuition to undocumented students, sparking key legal battles over education and immigration.
25 Democratic States Sue to Block New Medicaid Work Rules
Twenty-five Democratic-led states and DC challenge CMS's Medicaid work requirements, citing legal overreach and impact on vulnerable populations.
Gov’t Updates IP Due Diligence Rules for Funded Tech Projects
Legal teams must align with new IP due diligence expectations in government-funded projects to protect ownership and comply with evolving rules.
Recording HR Interviews on Zoom Risks Losing Attorney-Client Privilege
New legal analyses warn that recording HR investigations on virtual platforms like Teams and Zoom may erode attorney-client privilege and violate consent laws.
SCOTUS Justices Report 2025 Travel, Gifts, Royalties in Disclosures
Supreme Court justices disclosed 2025 travel gifts and over $2 million in royalties and teaching income, revealing ongoing ethics scrutiny.
Former NBA Players Malik Beasley, Ed Davis Charged in Federal Gambling Indictment
Malik Beasley and Ed Davis face federal charges for rigging NBA games in a gambling scheme, highlighting rising sports corruption enforcement.
Legal Ethics Update: Supreme Court Ruling, AI Guidelines, DOJ Lawsuit, Texas Rules
Key legal ethics developments include the Supreme Court's preemption ruling, AI ethics guidance in 24 jurisdictions, DOJ suing D.C. Bar, and Texas court's AI rule proposals.
Federal PACER Fees Rise 20% to Fund $750M Security Upgrade
PACER fees will increase from $0.10 to $0.12 per page in 2027 to support a $750 million cybersecurity overhaul for federal court access systems.