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Third District Court Rejects OLC’s CFPB Funding Interpretation
The Third District Court ruled against the Office of Legal Counsel’s view on CFPB funding, affirming the agency’s financial independence and regulatory authority.
Shanghai Court Holds AI Voice-Cloning Platform Liable, Shifts Burden of Proof
Shanghai court rules against AI voice-cloning service, requiring proof of training data legality—first such case in China, setting legal precedent for AI accountability.
Secondary OFAC Sanctions Pose Growing Risks for Non-US Firms
Recent US Treasury enforcement shows heightened risks of secondary OFAC sanctions for global companies dealing with Iran and sanctioned entities.
9th Circuit: GitHub Copilot Output Not a 'Copy' Under DMCA
The 9th Circuit ruled GitHub Copilot's AI-generated code doesn't infringe DMCA copyright 'copy' rules, shaping AI legal risks.
Cyber Insurance Carriers Tighten Coverage Conditions Amid Rising Risks
Cyber insurance providers are raising standards for coverage eligibility, requiring stricter security controls and updating policies for AI risks.
FAR Council Proposes Overhaul of 16 FAR Parts with Four Key Rules
FAR Council proposes revising 16 FAR parts, reshaping federal contracting rules on commercial buying, contract types, data rights, and contractor responsibility.
Courts Define When BIPA Exemptions Apply to Biometric Use in Finance
Recent court rulings clarify BIPA exemptions for biometric authentication under GLBA, impacting financial institutions and vendors in privacy compliance.
Federal Circuit Upholds Dismissal of AudienceScience Ad Patent Claims
Federal Circuit reaffirms dismissal of AudienceScience's digital ad patents against Google, reflecting continued judicial skepticism.
California Civil Rights Department Sues Employers Over Pay Data Reporting
California's Civil Rights Department sued two employers for violating new pay data reporting law requiring detailed workforce data submissions and classifications.
California Expands Paid Family Leave and Reproductive Healthcare Laws
California signed nine bills expanding Paid Family Leave benefits and access to reproductive healthcare, impacting legal compliance and HR policies.
EEOC Issues Legal Guidance on Firing Amid Discrimination Claims
The EEOC provides clear guidance on lawful termination practices to avoid retaliation and discrimination lawsuits in the workplace.
New Guidance: Physician Resignations During Investigations Must Be Reported to NPDB
Recent clarifications mandate reporting physician resignations amid investigations as NPDB events, crucial for compliance in healthcare credentialing.
California's AB 1803 Expands Harassment Training to Cover Hate Speech
California's new AB 1803 law mandates employers to include hate speech in harassment training, effective Sept 27, 2026, updating compliance requirements.
OpenAI Launches Astra for Law, Targeting Major Legal Firms
OpenAI launches Astra for Law with GPT-6 Astra and a vast legal index, improving research and drafting for law firms like Latham & Watkins.
New York's Updated Personnel Records Law Takes Effect Nov 8
New York's new law requires employers to provide free employee access to personnel records within 5 days and imposes strict retention rules.
SEC Staff Issues New Guidance on Private Credit Valuations
SEC staff released guidance emphasizing rigorous valuation and disclosure of private credit in registered funds amid rapid market growth.
Republican Majority at NLRB Begins Reversing Biden-Era Labor Precedents
The NLRB's new Republican majority starts overturning key Biden-era labor board decisions, impacting union and employer law strategy.
California Limits Private CIPA Lawsuits Over Website Tracking Claims
California's SB 690 restricts private lawsuits under CIPA for website tracking, shifting enforcement to the Attorney General and reducing litigation risks.
California enacts sweeping data center laws effective 2027
California's new laws regulate data centers with tariffs, disclosure, and environmental rules starting 2027, impacting tech legal compliance.
Delaware Chancery Awards Fees for Spoliation in ATG Capital Case
Delaware Court of Chancery sanctions spoliation in ATG Capital case by awarding defendants attorneys' fees and damages, emphasizing corporate litigation risks.