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Legal TechRegulatory & Compliance

Instagram Rolls Out Affiliate Product Tagging in Reels Across Five Markets

Instagram now allows creators in five key markets to earn affiliate commissions through product tagging in Reels, intensifying legal and compliance responsibilities for brands.

May 12, 20263 min read
Access to JusticeLaw Firm Business

Texas State Bar Honors 2026 Pro Bono Excellence Award Recipients

The State Bar of Texas recognized outstanding individuals and organizations for exemplary pro bono legal service in civil matters, spotlighting access to justice.

May 11, 20262 min read
Access to JusticeLegal Operations

Texas Bar Recognizes Indigent Defense Innovators with 2026 Statewide Honors

The Texas Bar's 2026 awards spotlight Capital Area Private Defender Service and Bexar County Public Defender’s Office for pioneering work in indigent criminal defense.

May 11, 20263 min read
Access to JusticeLegal Tech

Texas A&M Law, DHR Health Launch CALMA for Free Legal Aid in Hospitals

Texas A&M Law and DHR Health launch CALMA, a medical-legal partnership in Edinburg, TX, offering free legal aid to low-income hospital patients through on-site clinics and a legal kiosk.

May 11, 20263 min read
Artificial IntelligenceRegulatory & Compliance

Colorado Senate Advances Bill to Narrow State’s AI Act

Colorado moves to replace its sweeping AI Act with SB 189, focusing on disclosure, recordkeeping, and consumer notice for AI-driven decisions.

May 11, 20263 min read
Legal OperationsArtificial Intelligence

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.

May 11, 20262 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceLegal Tech

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.

May 11, 20262 min read
Legal OperationsRegulatory & Compliance

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.

May 11, 20263 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceLegal Tech

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.

May 11, 20262 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceLegal Tech

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.

May 11, 20262 min read
LitigationLegal Operations

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.

May 11, 20262 min read
Legal TechLegal Operations

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.

May 11, 20263 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceLegal Tech

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.

May 11, 20262 min read
Artificial IntelligenceLegal Operations

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.

May 11, 20263 min read
LitigationLegal Tech

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.

May 11, 20263 min read
Artificial IntelligenceRegulatory & Compliance

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.

May 11, 20262 min read
LitigationLegal Tech

Kansas Court: Joint Tenant Can Sever Ownership by Deed to Self

Kansas Appeals Court clarifies joint tenancy law: a quitclaim deed to oneself severs joint tenancy, impacting property and estate planning firms statewide.

May 11, 20263 min read
Privacy & Data ProtectionArtificial Intelligence

Connecticut, Iowa Advance New Privacy and AI Laws; Colorado Eyes Rule Changes

Connecticut passes tougher data broker rules, Iowa enacts chatbot safety law for minors, and Colorado considers updating privacy pricing regulations. Legal professionals face new compliance require...

May 10, 20263 min read
Artificial IntelligenceLegal Tech

DocuSign, Harvey Partner to Bring Legal AI to Contract Management

DocuSign and Harvey announce a partnership to integrate Harvey's AI legal agents into DocuSign's IAM platform, aiming to automate contract review and legal workflows.

May 9, 20263 min read
Intellectual PropertyLegal Tech

Meta's Trademark Battles Expose Risks in Big Tech Rebrands

Meta faces multiple trademark lawsuits over its 2021 rebrand, highlighting key IP risks for legal teams at tech firms and law practices.

May 9, 20262 min read