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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EPA repealed most 2024 carbon pollution standards for power plants on Sept. 14, 2026, proposing full rollback with major legal implications.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.
Judge Rejects Google Ad Tech Breakup, Imposes Behavioral Remedies
Judge Leonie Brinkema rules against breaking up Google's ad tech monopoly, opting for behavioral remedies and monitoring instead.
FTC Publishes Price Transparency FAQs to Guide Auto Dealers
The FTC released FAQs clarifying auto dealers' price transparency obligations, following prior enforcement actions, aiding compliance efforts.
Fifth Circuit Rules Embedding Online Content Isn't Copyright Infringement
The Fifth Circuit's 2026 ruling clarifies that embedding online content doesn't violate copyright, setting a key legal precedent for digital content use.
SEC and FDA Sign MOU to Sharpen Oversight on Food, Drug Disclosures
SEC and FDA signed a three-year MOU to share data and boost enforcement on food and drug product disclosures, impacting corporate compliance.
Senate Banking Committee to Vote on Brian Johnson for CFPB Director
Senate Banking Committee will vote on Brian Johnson's nomination for CFPB Director, impacting financial regulatory enforcement and consumer protection priorities.
Delaware Tightens Data Breach Rules: Faster AG Notice, Narrower Safe Harbors
Delaware's new law requires faster breach reporting to the Attorney General and narrows GLBA and HIPAA safe harbors, affecting data compliance for financial and healthcare sectors.