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CIPA Wiretap Lawsuits Surge Past 800 Over Website Tracking in 2025
CIPA lawsuits targeting website tracking technologies surged past 800 claims in 2025, prompting California legislative review of S.B. 690.
New Workplace Investigation Risks Heighten Employer Legal Exposure
Recent rulings and expert advice show how mishandled workplace investigations increase legal risks for employers in harassment and safety cases.
Supreme Court Curbs Political Spending Limits and Expands Executive Removal Power
The Supreme Court struck down limits on coordinated political spending and allowed the president to remove federal agency heads without cause, reshaping executive power.
LOGZONE Settles $507K False Claims Act Case Over Cybersecurity Compliance
LOGZONE pays $507K to settle FCA allegations over false cybersecurity compliance claims on Navy contracts, highlighting FCA risks for contractors.
California Federal Court Grants Employer Summary Judgment Despite Whistleblowing
California federal court rules for Pfizer, granting summary judgment despite plaintiff's protected whistleblowing claims, emphasizing documented performance issues.
DOJ, States Settle Egg Price-Fixing Lawsuit with $3.3M Payments
DOJ and 17 states settle with egg producers over price-fixing, imposing $3.3M payments and compliance mandates.
EEOC Seeks Public Feedback on 2026–2030 Draft Strategic Plan
EEOC invites comments on its 2026–2030 draft strategic plan by July 19, highlighting enforcement goals and AI challenges for legal teams.
Legal Experts Warn AI Stagnation Risks Innovation More Than Pilot Hesitation
Legal leaders say slow AI adoption threatens future competitiveness more than cautious pilot programs in law firms and in-house teams.
HelloFresh Sued for Ignoring Consumer Opt-Out Requests Under TCPA
HelloFresh faces a federal TCPA lawsuit for allegedly sending 45 unsolicited texts after opt-out requests, following previous settlements on consumer protections.
Supreme Court upholds state bans on transgender girls in female sports
The US Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to uphold state laws banning transgender girls from girls' sports teams, affirming states' regulatory authority.
Federal Circuit Upholds Nuedexta Patent Injunction, Vacates Zero-Dollar Bond
Federal Circuit affirms injunction in Nuedexta patent case but vacates zero-dollar bond, clarifying standards on patent injunction bonds for litigators and counsel.
SBA Demands RRF Grant Repayments from Hotel and Hospitality Businesses
The SBA is clawing back Restaurant Revitalization Fund grants from hotels and mixed-use hospitality businesses, raising repayment risks.
California Amends SB 690, Removes Key CIPA ‘Commercial Business’ Exemption
California rolls back major SB 690 changes to CIPA, affecting compliance and litigation risk for businesses starting 2027.
California Court Dismisses Whistleblower Retaliation Claim Against Pfizer
Northern District of California rules for Pfizer, dismissing whistleblower retaliation claim due to predating employee performance issues under Labor Code Section 1102.5.
Merchants Bank Files $144M Interpleader Suit Amid CFPB Dispute
Merchants Bank of Indiana sues account holders and CFPB over $144M, spotlighting complex financial litigation and regulatory clashes.
California Labor Law Changes Drive Demand for Employment Attorneys
California's minimum wage hike and new employment laws fuel hiring of labor and employment attorneys in private practice amid evolving legal landscape.
EPA Seeks Data to Regulate Legacy Asbestos Uses Under TSCA
The EPA requests stakeholder input to develop regulations addressing legacy asbestos risks under TSCA, impacting compliance for legal and environmental professionals.
FCA proposes changes to Consumer Duty scope and proportionality
The FCA launched a consultation on refining the Consumer Duty's scope and proportionality, impacting UK financial firms' compliance obligations.
Connecticut Overhauls Data Privacy Law with New AI and Consumer Protections
Connecticut updates its Data Privacy Act in 2026, adding AI rules, banning sale of geolocation data, and expanding consumer rights.
California Fines Carbon Health $4.5M in CPOM Enforcement Push
California's AG hits Carbon Health with $4.5M settlement for violating corporate practice of medicine laws, signaling stronger regulatory oversight.