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Judge Orders Pentagon to Restore Full Press Access After Court Challenge
A federal judge has ordered the Pentagon to reinstate wider press access after its restrictive policies were found unconstitutional, signaling judicial limits on executive media controls.
Delaware Chancery Nixes Section 225 Claim Over Fake Corporate Records
The Delaware Court of Chancery rejected a director determination action based on fraudulent documents, clarifying its stance on governance disputes in a key March 2026 ruling.
Australia Releases Draft Children’s Privacy Code With Strict Consent Rules
Australia published a draft Children’s Online Privacy Code with tougher consent, age, and data rules. Public input is open until June 5, 2026. Legal and compliance teams should prepare.
Washington’s New Millionaire Tax Faces Constitutional Lawsuit
Washington's 9.9% income tax on millionaires, effective 2028, is facing a swift legal challenge, testing the state's constitutional limits and tax planning for the wealthy.
Musk's x.AI Pushes Back on Colorado’s Sweeping AI Discrimination Law
Elon Musk’s x.AI challenges Colorado’s first-in-the-nation law targeting AI-based discrimination, raising free speech and innovation concerns for legal tech stakeholders.
Federal Judge Sends Wiretap Dispute Back to Pennsylvania State Court
A Pennsylvania federal court remanded wiretap and privacy claims to state court, clarifying forum options for legal teams. Recent state rulings also bolster defense arguments.
COPPA Rewrites: CLE to Guide Legal Teams on New Parental Consent Rules
Greenberg Traurig hosts a CLE on April 28, 2026, dissecting COPPA's tougher parental consent, new state laws, and recent FTC enforcement for children’s privacy online.
First-Gen Law Student Enrollment Drops 7% Post-Affirmative Action Ruling
Law schools saw a 7% decline in first-generation enrollment after the Supreme Court ended race-based admissions. Legal employers may face a less diverse talent pool.
Planned Parenthood Sues to Halt Nevada Parental-Notice Abortion Law
Planned Parenthood is challenging Nevada's reinstated parental-notice abortion law for minors, raising legal questions for compliance and counsel post-Dobbs.
John Deere Settles Right-to-Repair Suit for $99 Million
John Deere will pay $99 million to settle claims it restricted farmers' repair access, marking a major development in right-to-repair legal battles.
Florida AG Probes OpenAI After FSU Shooting Tied to ChatGPT Use
Florida's Attorney General investigates OpenAI after claims that the FSU shooting suspect used ChatGPT. The outcome could set precedents for AI legal liability and compliance.
Justice Sotomayor Urges Law Students: Learn Legal AI Tools, Heed Their Risks
Justice Sotomayor tells law students at UCLA and Kansas to master legal AI—despite calling it 'very dangerous'—to stay relevant as technology reshapes legal practice.
Texas Bar Podcast Spotlights 2025-26 Priorities and AI Toolkit Launch
Texas Bar leaders highlight 2025-26 initiatives, from new AI resources for attorneys to scholarships and major events, in a new podcast. Key details for firm and in-house counsel.
Combs Appeals Sentence Citing Use of Acquitted Conduct
Sean Combs challenges his federal sentence, arguing the judge improperly used acquitted conduct, highlighting a major issue in criminal sentencing practices.
Smart Glasses Raise New Privacy Disclosure Hurdles for Legal Teams
AI-powered smart glasses like Meta's are driving privacy lawsuits and consent requirements, challenging legal professionals to address new surveillance disclosure obligations.
Mercor Hit by Lawsuits, Client Suspensions After LiteLLM Data Breach
Mercor faces lawsuits and major client suspensions after a March 2026 data breach tied to LiteLLM. Legal teams must assess vendor risk, cybersecurity, and contractual liability exposure.
DOJ Unveils National Fraud Enforcement Division Led by Colin McDonald
The DOJ launched a National Fraud Enforcement Division on Jan. 8, 2026, led by Colin McDonald, aiming to centralize oversight and increase scrutiny for compliance teams.
Seventh Circuit: BIPA Damages Cap Applies Retroactively
The Seventh Circuit ruled the 2024 BIPA amendment limiting damages applies retroactively, reducing litigation risk for biometric data users and shifting legal strategy.
Trump Order Moves to Ban DEI Programs for Federal Contractors
President Trump's March 26, 2026, order bans certain DEI programs by federal contractors. Legal teams must review compliance as contract penalties and regulations shift.
Minnesota AG Intensifies Data Privacy Enforcement as Cure Period Ends
Minnesota ramps up enforcement of its Consumer Data Privacy Act, ending the cure period for violators and signaling heightened regulatory scrutiny for businesses.