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FTC Launches New Program for Industry Input on Consumer Protection Rules
The FTC's Bureau of Consumer Protection starts a formal process for industry to raise concerns on proposed rules, aiding legal compliance advice.
Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Rejects One-Sided Arbitration Clauses
The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that arbitration clauses granting one party 'sole discretion' are unenforceable under Louisiana law, affecting contract drafting.
NLRB GC Issues Memo 26-04 Clarifying Employer Duties and Enforcement
NLRB General Counsel Crystal Carey issued GC Memo 26-04 in August 2026 clarifying employer obligations and enforcement priorities under labor law.
Seventh Circuit: Delay in Litigation Can Waive Arbitration Rights
The Seventh Circuit rules that delayed litigation can waive arbitration rights despite no-waiver contract clauses, impacting dispute resolution strategies.
FINRA Launches Internal Reviews on AI Use by Financial Professionals
FINRA starts internal reviews on AI use by associated persons, signaling tighter regulatory focus on AI governance in finance.
FCC Proposes Major TCPA Rule Changes on Texting and Consent Revocation
The FCC's new NPRM proposes modernizing TCPA rules on two-way texting, consent revocation, and affiliate liability, impacting business marketing compliance.
Ninth Circuit Blocks FinCEN’s Southwest Border Geographic Targeting Order
The Ninth Circuit halted FinCEN's Southwest Border GTO, affecting MSBs' AML reporting from March-Sept 2026.
Dompe US Inc. to pay $32M over illegal co-pay subsidy scheme
Dompe US settles False Claims Act allegations with $32 million payment for unlawful co-pay subsidies to Medicare beneficiaries.
Mortgage Bankers Association Sues New Jersey Over Disparate Impact Rule
Mortgage Bankers Association sues New Jersey challenging its new disparate impact regulation, with broad implications for lending discrimination law and compliance.
AI Data Centers Face Rising Litigation Risks Over Power Failures
AI data centers' heavy power use strains grids, sparking lawsuits and liability concerns for operators and legal counsel.
66% of US Physicians Use AI in Docs, Raising Legal and Safety Concerns
By 2024, 66% of US physicians use AI tools like digital scribes in documentation, prompting legal risks around errors and billing compliance.
Businesses Warned on Rising Risks from Rogue AI and Shadow AI Tools
New analysis reveals businesses face growing risks from rogue AI actions and shadow AI, urging legal and compliance teams to prepare for liability and security challenges.
AI Hiring Tools Spark New Legal Risks for Employers and HR
Rising litigation over AI-assisted hiring pressures employers and legal advisers to address bias and discrimination risks amid growing regulatory scrutiny.
California Bans Addictive Social Media Feeds, Regulates AI Chatbots for Minors
California’s new laws ban addictive social media features for under-16 users and impose safety rules on AI chatbots, effective Sept 2026.
DOL Issues New Guidance on Mental Health Parity Enforcement
The Department of Labor released FAB 2026-03 clarifying enforcement of mental health parity under federal law, impacting employers and legal compliance.
Federal Circuit Caps Shape Patent Damages and Settlement Strategies
Federal Circuit rulings and pharma settlements reshape patent damages, forcing litigators to update strategies and royalty calculations.
New York Requires Employers to Give Workers Access to Their Personnel Files
New York's new law, effective Nov 8, 2026, mandates employee access to personnel records within 5 business days of request.
IEEPA Tariff Refunds: Phase III Delayed, Legal Action Now Needed
Importers face delays in IEEPA tariff refund Phase III; lawsuits needed for finally liquidated entries amid ongoing CAPE processing.
Federal Appeals Court Reverses $31.8M Cannabis Contract Verdict
The Sixth Circuit overturned a $31.8 million marijuana contract verdict, underscoring federal prohibition's impact on cannabis litigation.
North Carolina Nets $590M Settlement from DuPont over PFAS Pollution
North Carolina settles for $590M with DuPont and Chemours over PFAS contamination liabilities, funding cleanup and local government costs.