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New Guidance Highlights AI Risks in Expert Witness Testimony
Courts clarify discovery and ethical challenges for AI and large language models in expert witness testimony in litigation.
2026 Order Mandates Layoff Reviews in H-1B Visa Filings
A 2026 executive order directs DHS, Labor, and State to review employer layoffs linked to H-1B visa petitions, raising compliance challenges.
Texas Court of Appeals Upholds Receivership in Ledbetter Estate Dispute
Texas Court of Appeals confirms equitable receivership in trust dispute, guiding estate litigators on asset protection during litigation.
Federal Judge Vacates DOE Policy Canceling Diversity and Training Grants
US judge vacates DOE directive that canceled $600M in educator training and DEI grants, impacting federal education funding policies.
House Committee Advances Bill to Clarify DIDMCA Opt-Out Provisions
The House Financial Services Committee approved H.R. 7866 to clarify state opt-out rules under DIDMCA, impacting digital identity and lending compliance.
China Links Export Controls to Exit Bans, Tightening Compliance
China's State Council Order No. 841 ties export control violations to exit bans, affecting multinational companies' compliance and mobility.
Navy Raises CAS Thresholds, Ends CAS 407 to Align with GAAP
The Department of the Navy raises CAS coverage thresholds and rescinds CAS 407, shifting contractor accounting to GAAP, impacting compliance and audits.
SEC Grants Review of Nasdaq’s $5M Minimum Market Value Rule
The SEC granted review of Nasdaq's $5M minimum market value listing rule, sparking regulatory scrutiny and legal implications for public companies.
State Regulators Launch Specific AI Oversight Frameworks and Rules
State banking regulators and California enact targeted AI supervision frameworks and laws, urging legal teams to adapt compliance strategies amid growing scrutiny.
Mass. AG Seeks Permanent Ban on Debt Collector Practices
Massachusetts AG files proposed consent judgment to permanently bar specific debt collection practices, affecting $52.8M in consumer debts.
Federal Banking Agencies Propose Overhaul of Third-Party Risk Guidance
US federal banking agencies propose new 2026 guidance to replace 2023 third-party risk rules, impacting banks and fintech partnerships.
New Strategies Emerge to Strengthen Trade Secret Protections in Court
Recent analyses spotlight effective legal frameworks and strategies for protecting trade secrets in litigation under state and federal laws, including the DTSA.
Studies reveal promise and limits of AI in jury deliberations
New analyses show AI’s potential in jury assistance but highlight risks of bias and inability to replicate human judgment in trials.
New Data Shows Companies Outpace AI Governance by Wide Margin
New studies reveal a major gap between growing AI adoption in enterprises and lagging governance frameworks, urging legal teams to act.
UK employment tribunal claims hit record highs in mid-2026
UK employment tribunal claims surged to historic highs in mid-2026, challenging employers and legal advisors managing labor law risks amid regulatory changes.
EPA Repeals 2024 Power Plant Carbon Rules, Proposes Full Emissions Rollback
EPA repealed most 2024 carbon pollution standards for power plants on Sept. 14, 2026, proposing full rollback with major legal implications.
EPA Faces D.C. Court Oral Arguments on PFAS Drinking Water Rules
EPA's PFAS drinking water rules face oral arguments in D.C. Circuit, impacting corporate compliance and environmental legal frameworks.
Federal Court Blocks New Mexico’s PFAS Product Labeling Law
A federal judge has halted New Mexico’s new PFAS product labeling rule pending further legal review, impacting environmental compliance and manufacturers.
Massachusetts Requires Data Centers to Secure Community Benefits for Permits
Massachusetts mandates large data centers obtain community benefits agreements before state permits to protect local communities and the environment.
West Virginia Sues Pennsylvania Over Hidden Energy Bill Fees
West Virginia files lawsuit against Pennsylvania's energy laws limiting alternative energy credits, challenging utility billing practices and regulatory fairness.