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Supreme Court Keeps Mifepristone Access Until May 14, 2026 During Appeal
The Supreme Court extended nationwide access to abortion pill mifepristone until May 14, 2026, maintaining current prescribing rules while legal challenges proceed.
CLOC Global Institute 2026 Puts AI at Center of Legal Ops in Chicago
The CLOC Global Institute 2026 heads to Chicago, spotlighting AI's impact on legal operations strategies as legal departments face rising workload and tighter budgets.
EU Merger Guidelines Updated for Digital Markets and Sustainability
The European Commission's revised merger guidelines integrate digital, innovation, and sustainability concerns, expanding the EU’s merger review framework for future deals.
NC Voters Drop Senate Map Suit After Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act
North Carolina voters have ended their challenge to the state's Senate district map following a U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Louisiana v. Callais that weakens Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act.
Army MAPS $50B Procurement Spurs Early Legal Counsel Guidance
Contractors are urged to engage legal teams early for the Army's $50B MAPS IDIQ, as bid protests spotlight litigation risks and complex compliance for this major federal acquisition.
House Passes Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026
The U.S. House passes the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, extending agricultural programs through 2031 and introducing national security measures.
Federal Judges Push Back on DOJ Subpoenas in Trans Youth Care Cases
Federal judges and hospitals challenge DOJ subpoenas seeking transgender youth healthcare data, raising legal and strategic implications for healthcare counsel and compliance teams.
EPA Withdraws Proposed RCRA PFAS Hazardous Listing
The EPA has withdrawn its proposal to list nine PFAS as hazardous under RCRA, citing existing regulatory sufficiency and recent CERCLA designations. What it means for compliance.
Trump Backs Federal Gasoline Tax Suspension Amid Price Surge
President Trump reverses stance and backs suspending the federal gasoline tax, intensifying debates among legal counsel as Congress faces pressure over rising fuel prices.
GM to Pay $12.75M in California Over OnStar Data Sales
General Motors will pay $12.75 million to settle claims it sold Californians’ driving data to insurers, marking the largest CCPA penalty and highlighting ongoing legal privacy risks.
Texas Court: LLC Managers Owe Fiduciary Duties Only to the Entity
Texas Business Court's Enosis v. Jensen ruling clarifies that managers of manager-managed LLCs owe fiduciary duties to the LLC, not its members, impacting corporate governance advice.
John Quinn Steps Down as Quinn Emanuel Managing Partner After 40 Years
Quinn Emanuel founder John Quinn steps down as managing partner after 40 years, with new co-leaders at one of the world's top litigation law firms.
Zilis Testifies on Musk, OpenAI Board Dynamics in Legal Showdown
Shivon Zilis testified in court on her ties to Elon Musk and board tenure at OpenAI, spotlighting disclosure and governance fault lines in a heated ownership dispute.
Philippine House Impeaches VP Sara Duterte Again Amid Legal Uncertainty
Philippine lawmakers impeached Vice President Sara Duterte for the second time, raising questions about executive accountability, disclosure laws, and constitutional procedure.
HUD Tightens Fair Housing Focus, Targets Intentional Discrimination
HUD narrows Fair Housing Act enforcement to intentional discrimination and increases scrutiny of special purpose credit programs. Legal advisors must adapt compliance strategies.
Keith Maziarek: AI Is Reshaping Law Firm Pricing Models
Legal pricing expert Keith Maziarek explains how AI is driving radical shifts in law firm economics, challenging billable hours and promoting value-based billing models.
SEC Floats Optional Semiannual Reporting for Public Companies
The SEC has proposed letting public companies file semiannual reports instead of quarterly, aiming to ease regulatory burdens and boost market appeal. Comment period now open.
UK Supreme Court Ruling Reshapes Timelines for Insolvency Claims
The UK Supreme Court clarified unfair prejudice claim limits in THG v Zedra but has complicated timelines for other insolvency claims, impacting UK litigators and insolvency practitioners.
Judge Halts AI Mass Termination of 1,400 NEH Grants
A federal judge halted the Department of Government Efficiency’s AI-driven cancellation of 1,400 NEH grants, spotlighting constitutional limits on automated agency actions.
Clio Launches Beta of AI Word Add-in for Legal Drafting
Clio rolls out the beta of its AI-powered Microsoft Word add-in, letting legal professionals draft, review, and edit documents with AI directly in Word.