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Pro Se Litigant Fuels Surge in California Privacy Lawsuits Over Web Analytics
Vivek Shah has filed over 1,000 CIPA lawsuits alleging unlawful use of web analytics in California, raising legal challenges for businesses.
DOE Proposes Changes to Appliance Energy Conservation Rulemaking Process
DOE proposes revisions to federal appliance energy conservation standards rulemaking, impacting legal and regulatory compliance processes.
France’s Anti-Corruption Agency Issues First Financial Penalties
In July 2026, France’s Anti-Corruption Agency imposed its first fines under Sapin II, signaling stronger enforcement for compliance teams.
FINRA Proposes Major Overhaul of Enforcement Program
FINRA unveils sweeping reforms to its enforcement program aimed at transparency and efficiency, impacting broker-dealer compliance strategies.
Delaware Sees First Court Test of New Director Protection Law
Delaware courts review challenges to enhanced director safeguards under SB 21, shaping corporate governance in the key jurisdiction.
California Judge Blocks 'Truth in Recycling' Law Enforcement
A federal judge halted California's SB 343 enforcement, delaying packaging recyclability claims amid constitutional challenges.
NRC Proposes Removing ALARA from Radiation Protection Rules
The NRC proposes eliminating the ALARA principle from radiation safety regulations, aiming to modernize and clarify compliance standards by 2026.
Two Bipartisan Bills Introduced in 2026 to Reform 340B Drug Discount Program
In June and July 2026, bipartisan bills aim to reform the 340B drug discount program, impacting legal compliance for drug pricing.
Fifth Circuit Rules No Duty to Mitigate Emotional Distress in Title VII Cases
The Fifth Circuit clarifies that Title VII plaintiffs need not mitigate emotional distress damages, affecting employment law damage standards nationwide.
7th Circuit Rules Texts Aren't 'Calls' Under TCPA's Do-Not-Call Rule
The Seventh Circuit rules text messages don't qualify as telephone calls under the TCPA, impacting compliance for corporate marketing communications.
New York Halts New Hyperscale Data Centers for One Year
New York Governor Hochul issues a one-year moratorium on new hyperscale data centers over energy and environmental concerns.
Courts mandate parental proof for social media use by under-16s
Courts and lawmakers impose proof of parental consent for social media use by under-16s, affecting compliance and content moderation.
DoD Suspends CMMC Phase II Requirements Ahead of November Deadline
The Department of Defense suspends Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Phase II, impacting contractor compliance obligations and legal counsel guidance.
CMS Proposes Expanded Authority to Deny or Revoke Medicare Enrollment
CMS proposes new Medicare rules expanding powers to deny or revoke provider enrollment, targeting fraud with retroactive revocations and ownership disclosures.
FDA Denies Petition to Set Temporary PFAS Food Tolerances
FDA rejects petition to establish provisional PFAS limits in foods, maintaining current regulatory stance amid evolving science on contamination and health risks.
Courts Tighten Enforcement Standards for Online Terms of Service
Recent court rulings reinforce stricter scrutiny on online contracts, urging clearer notice and explicit user assent.
California Launches AI-Unemployment Tracker to Address Workforce Impact
California launches AI-Unemployment Tracker and executive orders to monitor and mitigate AI's impact on workforce and labor laws, setting precedent nationwide.
HHS Pushes HIPAA Security Rule Update to July 2027
HHS delays HIPAA Security Rule amendments to July 2027, extending compliance timelines for healthcare cybersecurity and documentation requirements.
Court Rules AI-Generated Documents Lack Attorney-Client Privilege
A 2026 court ruling finds AI-created legal documents lack privilege, raising risks for corporations and law firms.
USPTO Warns Trademark Applicants of New Scam Emails Impersonating Office
USPTO alerts trademark applicants to ongoing phishing scams using fake verification emails to steal sensitive data.