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SC Supreme Court Rules July 22 on Class Action Predominance Standard
On July 22, 2026, SC Supreme Court clarified class action class certification rules, aligning them with federal predominance test, affecting legal strategies.
Vendor Contracts Pose Hidden Risks in M&A Deals
New analysis reveals how vendor contracts can disrupt mergers, urging legal teams to rigorously review terms during acquisitions.
Washington Expands Fair Chance Act Background Check Rules by July 2026
Washington updates Fair Chance Act to forbid criminal history questions until after conditional job offer, with new notice and penalty rules starting July 2026.
NJDOL Confirms Job Protections for TDI and FLI Recipients from 2026
New Jersey clarifies job protection rights for Temporary Disability Insurance and Family Leave Insurance recipients starting July 17, 2026, impacting employer leave policies.
CPSC Highlights AI-Powered Recall Fraud Risks for Legal Teams
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission warns of rising AI-driven recall fraud, posing new legal and compliance challenges for corporations and law firms.
Jamison Firestone Discusses Post-Soviet Russia Legal Battles on Podcast
Jamison Firestone shared his 1990s legal challenges in Russia on a July 2026 podcast, offering insights on corruption and compliance risks.
Vermont AG Files Petition Against Kraft Heinz for Ultra-Processed Food Claims
Vermont AG served multiple CIDs and filed a petition against Kraft Heinz over labeling claims of ultra-processed foods, signaling increased regulatory enforcement.
D.C. Circuit Eases Employer Challenges to NLRB Union Successor Rules
The D.C. Circuit struck down the NLRB's 'successor bar' doctrine, allowing employers more legal recourse to contest union status after ownership changes.
Telehealth Flexibilities Extended Through 2026; Medicare Rules Updated
HHS, DEA extend telemedicine prescribing flexibilities to 2026; Medicare telehealth flexibilities now through 2027, impacting legal compliance and reimbursement.
US Courts Split on Privilege for AI-Generated Legal Work
New US court rulings highlight conflicting views on attorney-client privilege for AI-generated legal materials, raising risks for legal teams' confidentiality.
FTC Hits Edwards Lifesciences, Genesis MedTech with $12M HSR Penalties
FTC fines Edwards Lifesciences $10M and Genesis MedTech $2M for evading Hart-Scott-Rodino merger filing rules with structured deals in 2024.
Mass. Court Rejects Cost-Savings Disgorgement Claims Under Chapter 93A
Massachusetts federal court rules disgorgement of internal cost savings is unavailable under Chapter 93A, impacting consumer protection claims.
CMS Proposes Mandatory Attestations for Off-Campus Outpatient Departments
CMS proposes a centralized attestation system for off-campus outpatient departments to secure OPPS payments, impacting compliance and audit processes.
SCOTUS Strikes Down Federal Limits on Party Coordinated Spending
SCOTUS invalidates federal caps on coordinated political party spending, reshaping campaign finance law and impacting state regulations.
Gorsuch’s Concurrence in Trump v. Slaughter Signals New Fight Over Agency Power
Justice Gorsuch’s concurrence in Trump v. Slaughter highlights a Supreme Court shift in presidential removal power and its impact on administrative law.
Massachusetts Appeals Court Vacates Civil Conspiracy Verdict on Chapter 93A Claim
Massachusetts Appeals Court vacates civil conspiracy verdict, clarifying consumer protection claims under Chapter 93A and emphasizing disputed facts matter.
Indiana Ends Diversity Policy for Government Contracts
Indiana rescinds race- and sex-based preferences in state contracts, shifting to merit-based awards and sparking legal debate.
Workplace Injury Risks Vary Widely Across U.S. States in 2024
New 2024 data reveals significant state differences in workplace injury rates and legal risk implications for corporate counsel.
NYC Finalizes Rules Updating Earned Safe and Sick Time Act for 2026
NYC finalizes new rules for expanded Earned Safe and Sick Time Act, effective July 23, 2026, clarifying employer and employee obligations.
SEC Proposes Regulation E-Delivery to Make Electronic Disclosures Default
SEC proposes Regulation E-Delivery to modernize federal securities disclosures by making electronic delivery the default, impacting compliance and investor communications.