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Maryland Commission on Civil Rights Unveils Discrimination Strategy Playbook
Maryland's Civil Rights Commission published a detailed 'Elements of Proof' guide to clarify legal standards for discrimination cases across sectors.
USPTO lowers threshold for requesting info in patent exams
The USPTO lowers the threshold for examiners to request additional info, adds new IDS fees, and expands its AI pilot in April 2024.
Court Rejects VPPA Dismissal in Gaming Site Google Tag Data Case
Massachusetts court denies motion to dismiss VPPA claims against Valnet’s gamerant.com for Google tag video-viewing disclosures, highlighting privacy risks.
SEC Opens 60-Day Comment Period on New ETF Regulatory Rules
The SEC has launched a 60-day public comment period on new regulatory rules for novel ETFs, impacting securities law and compliance for legal teams.
DOJ Charges 455 in 2026 National Health Care Fraud Takedown
DOJ charged 455 defendants in a record healthcare fraud operation involving $6.5B in false claims across 45 states.
USDA Proposes Major AFIDA Overhaul Impacting Timberland Investors
USDA's 2026 proposal broadens AFIDA disclosure rules, lowers foreign ownership thresholds, and raises penalties for agricultural land investments.
Texas Court Gives Mixed Signals on TCPA Coverage of Text Messages
A Texas federal court ruled ambiguously on TCPA's reach to text messaging, highlighting split judicial views and evolving state regulations.
Federal and State Rules Revamp University Foundation Governance and Reporting
New federal and state regulations introduce accountability, accreditation, financial aid, and nonprofit governance reforms affecting university foundations.
CMS finalizes Medicare drug price negotiation rules for 2029 start
CMS finalizes rules establishing permanent Medicare drug price negotiation starting in 2029, impacting drug pricing and compliance for legal and healthcare professionals.
Doxim Settles $5.5M Data Breach Affecting 1.1M Individuals
Doxim settles a $5.5 million class action over a December 2023 data breach exposing sensitive client data, underscoring third-party risks.
Gov’t Updates IP Due Diligence Rules for Funded Tech Projects
Legal teams must align with new IP due diligence expectations in government-funded projects to protect ownership and comply with evolving rules.
Recording HR Interviews on Zoom Risks Losing Attorney-Client Privilege
New legal analyses warn that recording HR investigations on virtual platforms like Teams and Zoom may erode attorney-client privilege and violate consent laws.
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.
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.
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.
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.