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Critical Deadline to Update Notices of Privacy Practices Related to Substance Use Disorder (SUD).. Critical Deadline to Update Notices of Privacy Practices Related to Substance Use Disorder (SUD)..

Key Takeaways:42 CFR Part 2 (Part 2) Final Rule: The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services..
New York’s Party Designating Conventions. More than Just a Party for the Party Faithful New York’s Party Designating Conventions. More than Just a Party for the Party Faithful

In recent decades, the national political party conventions have ceased to be actual contests over..
The Post-Shutdown Compliance Crunch. Preparing for Agency Action The Post-Shutdown Compliance Crunch. Preparing for Agency Action

The longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history has ended, and employers must now refocus..
California Climate Disclosure Regulations Update- CARB Provides Additional Clarifications on.. California Climate Disclosure Regulations Update- CARB Provides Additional Clarifications on..

Significant recent developments will affect reporting requirements under California’s climate..
Federal Contracting Updates for Golden Dome for America Contractors Federal Contracting Updates for Golden Dome for America Contractors

Go-To Guide:The Golden Dome for America (GDA) is a major initiative to develop multi-layered,..
Massachusetts High Court’s Nunez Decision- Retention Bonus Does Not Constitute a ‘Wage’ Under State .. Massachusetts High Court’s Nunez Decision- Retention Bonus Does Not Constitute a ‘Wage’ Under State ..

TakeawaysIn Nunez v. Syncsort Inc., the court determined a bonus conditioned on remaining employed..
SEC Settles with Broker-Dealer for Policy and Procedure Violations but Walks Away from Fraud Claims SEC Settles with Broker-Dealer for Policy and Procedure Violations but Walks Away from Fraud Claims

On December 2, 2025, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York approved..
DOL’s Recently Launched “Project Firewall” Increases Employer Risks + Penalties for H-1B Practices DOL’s Recently Launched “Project Firewall” Increases Employer Risks + Penalties for H-1B Practices

TakeawaysThe launch of Project Firewall signals the current administration’s tougher, more..
Recent Changes to North Carolina’s Insurance Laws- Highlights That Businesses and Individual.. Recent Changes to North Carolina’s Insurance Laws- Highlights That Businesses and Individual..

Recent updates to the North Carolina General Statutes in Chapter 58 (insurance) and to a portion..
Fine Line - Fourth Circuit Joins Other Courts In Narrowly Interpreting Who Qualifies As An.. Fine Line - Fourth Circuit Joins Other Courts In Narrowly Interpreting Who Qualifies As An..

On December 1, 2025, in NLRB v. Constellis, LLC, a unanimous Fourth Circuit panel joined other..
Beltway Buzz, December 5, 2025 Beltway Buzz, December 5, 2025

The Beltway Buzz™ is a weekly update summarizing labor and employment news from inside the Beltway..
SEC Extends Compliance Date for Short Position Reporting Rule SEC Extends Compliance Date for Short Position Reporting Rule

Highlights:Institutional investment managers now have until Jan. 2, 2028 to begin monthly reporting ..
Critical Performance Guarantees in Data Center Construction Contracts – and Risk Mitigation.. Critical Performance Guarantees in Data Center Construction Contracts – and Risk Mitigation..

As demand for hyperscale and colocation facilities accelerates, data center developers face..
Supreme Court agrees to hear Trump’s challenge to birthright citizenship Supreme Court agrees to hear Trump’s challenge to birthright citizenship

The Supreme Court will hear oral arguments early next year in the challenge to President Donald..
OFCCP Raises Jurisdictional Thresholds Under Two Equal Employment Opportunity Mandates OFCCP Raises Jurisdictional Thresholds Under Two Equal Employment Opportunity Mandates

Key HighlightsUnder Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 503) (extending protection to..
Oregon Court of Appeals Holds Pay for Shortened Meal Periods Is a Wage Under Oregon Law Oregon Court of Appeals Holds Pay for Shortened Meal Periods Is a Wage Under Oregon Law

The Court of Appeals of the State of Oregon recently held in Athena v. Pelican Brewing Co. that the ..
CFPB Signals Major Shift in Exam Approach with New “Humility Pledge” CFPB Signals Major Shift in Exam Approach with New “Humility Pledge”

On November 21, the CFPB announced changes to how its Supervision Division will conduct..
Circuit Split Deepens as Fifth and Sixth Circuits Deny Enforcement of NLRB’s Enhanced Remedies in.. Circuit Split Deepens as Fifth and Sixth Circuits Deny Enforcement of NLRB’s Enhanced Remedies in..

Two recent Fifth and Sixth Circuit appellate decisions have deepened a circuit split over the..
USCIS Halts Processing for Pending Asylum Applications and Immigration Benefit Request from 19.. USCIS Halts Processing for Pending Asylum Applications and Immigration Benefit Request from 19..

On Dec. 2, 2025, USCIS issued a policy memorandum PM-602-0192 directing officers to place an..
CDPA Countdown: Hoosiers Get a Privacy Bill of Rights CDPA Countdown: Hoosiers Get a Privacy Bill of Rights

Indiana’s new Consumer Data Protection Act (CDPA) takes effect on January 1, 2026. It follows other ..
The SEC’s 2026 Examination Priorities The SEC’s 2026 Examination Priorities

HighlightsIn its Examination Priorities for Fiscal Year 2026, the U.S. Securities and Exchange..
From ‘Best’ to Bust- Multiple Methods to Determine “Optimal/Best” Render Claims Indefinite From ‘Best’ to Bust- Multiple Methods to Determine “Optimal/Best” Render Claims Indefinite

The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit affirmed a district court’s judgment of invalidity..
Hourly Wages Plus Productivity Bonuses Survive California Court of Appeal Challenge Hourly Wages Plus Productivity Bonuses Survive California Court of Appeal Challenge

Recently, in Mora v. C.E. Enterprises, Inc., the California Court of Appeal upheld a trial court’s..
EU Sustainable Finance Disclosure Rules- EU Commission Unveils Major Overhaul EU Sustainable Finance Disclosure Rules- EU Commission Unveils Major Overhaul

IntroductionThe European Commission has unveiled a proposal to overhaul the Sustainable Finance..
FTC Increases Enforcement of Deceptive Advertising Claims to Sell Weight-Loss Programs FTC Increases Enforcement of Deceptive Advertising Claims to Sell Weight-Loss Programs

On December 3, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission announced that it has given final approval to an..
Government’s position in asylum case could incentivize unauthorized migration Government’s position in asylum case could incentivize unauthorized migration

Immigration Matters is a recurring series by César Cuauhtémoc García Hernández that analyzes the..
Making Sense of the GDPR Making Sense of the GDPR

In today’s business environment, data moves across borders faster than most organizations can track ..
FDA Proposal Would Extend Food Traceability Rule’s Compliance Deadline to July 2028 FDA Proposal Would Extend Food Traceability Rule’s Compliance Deadline to July 2028

The federal government is back in business, and those who may be scrambling to comply with the..
EPA and Army Corps Release Proposed Rule Significantly Narrowing Federal “Waters of the United.. EPA and Army Corps Release Proposed Rule Significantly Narrowing Federal “Waters of the United..

On November 17, 2025, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers..
SCOTUStoday for Wednesday, December 3 SCOTUStoday for Wednesday, December 3

Are you on the hunt for books this holiday season (whether to read yourself while curled up by a..
Connecticut DEEP Reissues Stormwater and Pretreatment General Permits Connecticut DEEP Reissues Stormwater and Pretreatment General Permits

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) has been busy reissuing..
Paying Remote Workers Less May Heighten Legal Risks Paying Remote Workers Less May Heighten Legal Risks

Companies rely on hybrid and remote work arrangements to boost their recruiting and retention rates,..
Protecting Personal Data in the Age of AI- Lessons from the Latest EDPS Guidance Protecting Personal Data in the Age of AI- Lessons from the Latest EDPS Guidance

The European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) AI guidance for EU institutions has lessons for..
Preparing Your Vehicle for Michigan’s Winter Roads- Legal and Safety Tips Preparing Your Vehicle for Michigan’s Winter Roads- Legal and Safety Tips

Michigan winters bring freezing temperatures, heavy snow, and icy roads that can make even a short..
A Recent Change In Patent Office Procedures Makes Challenging Patents More Difficult A Recent Change In Patent Office Procedures Makes Challenging Patents More Difficult

Retail and consumer products companies in the United States face a constant threat of patent..
Schools in Pennsylvania Must Notify Parents About Weapons Incidents Schools in Pennsylvania Must Notify Parents About Weapons Incidents

On November 6, 2025, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro signed a new state law (Senate Bill No...
Making It Rain Making It Rain

How Professional Service Providers Really Become RainmakersProfessionals in law, finance,..
Prediction Market Leader Kalshi Suffers Legal Blow as Nevada Court Rules Platform Subject to State.. Prediction Market Leader Kalshi Suffers Legal Blow as Nevada Court Rules Platform Subject to State..

Kalshi, a New York-based prediction market launched in 2021, allows users to bet on any future..
OSHA Recordkeeping and Reporting Guidance for Employers, Part II: Completing OSHA Forms 301, 300,.. OSHA Recordkeeping and Reporting Guidance for Employers, Part II: Completing OSHA Forms 301, 300,..

This three-part series on OSHA recordkeeping and reporting provides tips for employers on..
You’ve Received a Notice of Violation from the CPSC – Now What? You’ve Received a Notice of Violation from the CPSC – Now What?

Each year, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (the “CPSC” or “Commission”) utilizes its..