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DOJ Declines to Prosecute Bosch Under New Corporate Enforcement Policy
The DOJ declined to prosecute Bosch for export violations under a new enforcement policy, signaling a shift in corporate compliance approaches.
Supreme Court Will Hear Case on Parental Rights in Minors' Gender-Affirming Care
The Supreme Court granted review of International Partners for Ethical Care v. Ferguson, challenging Washington's rules on parental notice for minors' gender-affirming treatment.
New Bill Caps Out-of-Pocket Costs at $5,000 for Traditional Medicare
The Medicare Cost Cap Act limits annual out-of-pocket expenses for traditional Medicare beneficiaries to $5,000, easing financial burdens for millions.
Ninth Circuit Revives Religious Discrimination Suit Against Alaska Airlines Union
Ninth Circuit allows Christian flight attendants' religious discrimination claims against Alaska Airlines and its union to proceed to trial.
State Dept’s Pay.gov switch delays visa fee payments, blocks issuance
The State Department’s shift to Pay.gov disrupts U.S. visa fee payments and processing, causing delays and verification issues for applicants and corporate counsel.
Microsoft Joins EU Court Case to Defend US-EU Privacy Rules
Microsoft will intervene in EU court to support the EU-US Data Privacy Framework, impacting data transfer compliance for legal and tech sectors.
Supreme Court Expands Trump’s Power to Fire Agency Heads, Except Fed Officials
Supreme Court overturns key precedent letting Trump remove independent agency heads except Federal Reserve governors, reshaping federal governance and compliance.
Supreme Court Upholds Laws Counting Late-Arriving Mail-In Ballots
The Supreme Court rules 5-4 that states can count mail-in ballots postmarked by Election Day if received within a grace period, affecting 14 states ahead of 2026 midterms.
Supreme Court: Geofence Warrants Are Constitutional Searches Under Fourth Amendment
The Supreme Court ruled that geofence warrants qualify as searches under the Fourth Amendment, impacting digital privacy and law enforcement practices.
AI Sovereignty Grows Key as Legal Firms Use More External AI Tools
With 70% of legal workers using AI but 43% lacking policies, legal teams must control AI tools amid new EU rules.
Big Tech Expands Legal AI, Shaking Up Law Firm Competition
Major law firms and Big Tech companies accelerate AI legal tools development, reshaping legal services and market rivalry.
9th Circuit Upholds Cocom v. ABM Aviation Arbitration Agreement in California
The 9th Circuit affirms limited employment arbitration agreements, clarifying enforcement and unconscionability under California law.
Supreme Court Rules on Green Card Holders' Rights in Blanche v. Lau
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 allowing border officers to treat LPRs with pending charges as applicants for admission, reshaping immigration law.
Colorado Requires Home Equity Investment Firms to Follow Consumer Lending Laws
Colorado mandates home equity investment companies to comply with state consumer lending laws, impacting legal compliance in non-traditional home financing.
Federal DEI Rule Now Covers Leases, Concessions Starting 2026
The FAR clause implementing Executive Order 14398 now extends to leases and concessions, requiring legal teams to review compliance policies by 2026.
DOJ Moves to Limit Citizen Suits in NAACP v. xAI Corp. Under Clean Air Act
DOJ seeks executive authority to control environmental citizen suits in NAACP v. xAI Corp., challenging long-standing enforcement rights under the Clean Air Act.
Texas and Colorado Jointly Enforce AML Rules on Money Transmitter
Texas and Colorado impose $200K penalty and demand compliance upgrades in a joint AML enforcement action against a money transmitter, signaling rising multistate scrutiny.
DOJ Settles Antitrust Claims Against OhioHealth Over Contract Terms
DOJ and Ohio Attorney General settle antitrust lawsuit against OhioHealth over restrictive insurer contract terms, signaling stricter healthcare contracting scrutiny.
Paul Ebert, Virginia’s Longest-Serving Prosecutor, Dies June 23 at 88
Paul Ebert, Prince William County’s Commonwealth’s Attorney for 52 years, died June 23, 2026, known for high-profile cases and ethical controversies.
Cambodia’s Supreme Court Upholds 14-Year Sentences for Journalists
Cambodia's top court confirms 14-year prison terms for journalists convicted of treason over border clash photos, highlighting press freedom issues.