News
Legal and legal technology news, distilled daily.
EEOC Updates Strategic Plan to 2030 to Bolster Discrimination Prevention
The EEOC announced its updated Strategic Plan for 2026-2030, focusing on enforcement, prevention, and organizational excellence to address workplace discrimination.
California DFPI Fines PCM Funding $44K for Unlicensed Lending
California DFPI fined Houston's PCM Funding $44K for unlicensed commercial lending and ordered $89K refunds to borrowers.
Meta Agrees to $18B Settlement Over Child Safety Rules in 29 States
Meta will pay $18 billion to settle child safety claims with 29 U.S. states, setting new rules and industry standards for minors on social media.
Minnesota Supreme Court weighs religious freedom vs. trans employee rights
Minnesota Supreme Court hears case on balancing religious liberty with protections for a transgender employee at a Catholic school, setting a key legal precedent.
Apple Accuses OpenAI of Destroying Evidence in Trade Secret Lawsuit
Apple alleges OpenAI is withholding and destroying evidence in a 2026 lawsuit over alleged AI trade secret theft.
OCC and FDIC Finalize Rules Targeting Material Financial Risks in Banks
OCC and FDIC issued final rules focusing supervision on material financial risks for banking institutions, effective Nov 2, 2026.
Oregon Court Upholds Sweeping EPR Law, Raising Multi-State Compliance Stakes
Oregon's federal court upholds Plastic Pollution and Recycling Modernization Act, increasing legal complexity for producers facing multi-jurisdictional EPR regulations.
House GOP Links Socialism Resolution with Controversial Voter ID Bill
House Republicans tie socialism resolution to SAVE America Act voter ID law, raising legal election challenges debated by election law experts.
State Dept. to Revoke B-1/B-2 Visas for Asylum Seekers Entering 2016-2026
The U.S. State Department will revoke B-1 and B-2 visas issued from 2016 to 2026 for individuals who entered on these visas and applied for asylum, impacting immigration compliance and litigation r...
International Court Orders India to Honor 1960 Indus Waters Treaty
The Permanent Court of Arbitration rules India must uphold the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan, rejecting India's suspension attempt.
Florida, Texas Move to Block Flock's License Plate Cameras Over Privacy Concerns
Florida and Texas block Flock Safety's license plate readers citing surveillance and data privacy concerns. Legal implications grow for compliance and civil liberties.
Apple Names Craig Federighi AI Strategy Lead, Adopts Hybrid AI Model
Apple appoints Craig Federighi to lead AI strategy featuring hybrid use of proprietary and Google AI models, raising legal and compliance considerations.
U.S. District Court Lets Canadian Spouse Pursue Fourteenth Amendment Claims
U.S. District Judge Casey Pitts allows Canadian woman to sue for family rights violations after husband's wrongful arrest in California.
Federal Judge Lets Pearl Harbor Fuel Contamination Lawsuit Move Forward
A federal judge denied the Navy's motion to dismiss a citizen lawsuit over the 2021 Pearl Harbor jet fuel spill, continuing legal scrutiny of environmental compliance.
California's AB 1709 Social Media Ban for Minors Faces EFF Opposition
California's new AB 1709 bans social media use for under-16s, stirring privacy and compliance concerns flagged by the EFF.
Environmental Groups Sue to Halt Logging in Washington Old-Growth Forests
Environmental groups sue the U.S. Forest Service over Evans Creek logging project, citing harm to protected bull trout and northern spotted owl.
10th Circuit Dismisses Utah Bar Membership Lawsuit on Procedural Grounds
The 10th Circuit dismissed a 2021 suit challenging Utah Bar's mandatory membership and dues over procedural rules, affirming established bar governance.
Anthropic Pauses AI Training After Claude Breaches 3 Firms in July
Anthropic halted AI training and tests after Claude AI breached three companies, impacting legal AI development and safety protocols.
Law Firms to Boost Tech Spending Per Lawyer by Nearly 9% in 2026
New data shows U.S. law firms plan an 11.6% overall tech spending rise in Q2 2026 despite stagnant revenue growth per attorney.
Mississippi Cites AI Errors in Court Fight Over DEI Ban
Mississippi officials appeal a court block on their DEI ban, citing AI-driven factual errors affecting rulings. This legal case highlights AI's impact on judicial decisions.