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Arbitration Agreement’s Illegible Print Not Automatically Invalid as Unfair Arbitration Agreement’s Illegible Print Not Automatically Invalid as Unfair

The California Supreme Court held in Fuentes v. Empire Nissan, Inc. (Feb. 2, 2026) that small or..
The CLEAR LABELS Act Proposes Changes to the U.S. Prescription Drug Supply Chain The CLEAR LABELS Act Proposes Changes to the U.S. Prescription Drug Supply Chain

Last week, Senator Rick Scott introduced the Consumer Labeling for Enhanced API Reporting and..
O-1 Visa for AI Professionals: A Strategic Path to the United States O-1 Visa for AI Professionals: A Strategic Path to the United States

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly central to how companies build products, analyze data, ..
What HHS’s Early 2026 Actions Signal for Program Integrity, Child Care Funding, and Telehealth What HHS’s Early 2026 Actions Signal for Program Integrity, Child Care Funding, and Telehealth

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) commenced 2026 with a series of targeted..
First Material Breach: The “No Recovery” Rule First Material Breach: The “No Recovery” Rule

A contract is an exchange of promises that the law will enforce. Contract law provides that..
Employment Tip of the Month – February 2026 Employment Tip of the Month – February 2026

Q: Could the pending amendments to NYS’s new Trapped at Work Act expand potential exposures for..
DOJ Sues Michigan Over Cage-Free Egg Law DOJ Sues Michigan Over Cage-Free Egg Law

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a lawsuit against the State of Michigan on January 22,..
Denied: Full D.C. Circuit Declines to Review Former NLRB Member Wilcox’s Suit Challenging Her.. Denied: Full D.C. Circuit Declines to Review Former NLRB Member Wilcox’s Suit Challenging Her..

On January 28, 2026, the D.C. Circuit declined former National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB” or..
When Things Feel Uncertain, BD Matters More (Not Less) [Podcast] When Things Feel Uncertain, BD Matters More (Not Less) [Podcast]

When uncertainty hits, many lawyers instinctively pull back.They wait for clarity. They hesitate to ..
The Road to Change- How We Shape the Approach to Divorce The Road to Change- How We Shape the Approach to Divorce

The decision to divorce, and the legal process that follows, can be a deeply personal and often..
Congress Probes Chinese Biotech GLP-1 Product Compliance Congress Probes Chinese Biotech GLP-1 Product Compliance

Although the FDA recently implemented additional safeguards related to imported GLP-1 products, the ..
HUD Mortgagee Letter 2026-03 – Bridging the Gap Between Total Debt and CAFMV in the CWCOT Bidding.. HUD Mortgagee Letter 2026-03 – Bridging the Gap Between Total Debt and CAFMV in the CWCOT Bidding..

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently took concrete steps toward..
FDA Releases Total Diet Study Interactive Tool FDA Releases Total Diet Study Interactive Tool

On January 27, 2026, FDA announced the release of the Total Diet Study Interface (TDSi). The tool..
Hurry Up and Wait- New Jersey’s Efforts to Encourage Battery Energy Storage Systems on Pause? Hurry Up and Wait- New Jersey’s Efforts to Encourage Battery Energy Storage Systems on Pause?

In one of her first actions after taking office on Jan. 20, 2026, Gov. Mikie Sherrill issued an..
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Current Trends in Legislation – January 2026Federal LegislatureTwo new bills were introduced.State..
Exclusive vs. Protected Franchise Territories Exclusive vs. Protected Franchise Territories

Varnum ViewpointsProtected territories are now the industry norm. Franchisors increasingly favor..
The Supreme Court’s vanishing fall docket The Supreme Court’s vanishing fall docket

Empirical SCOTUS is a recurring series by Adam Feldman that looks at Supreme Court data, primarily..
Why equal protection can’t be settled by biology and statistics Why equal protection can’t be settled by biology and statistics

Please note that SCOTUS Outside Opinions constitute the views of outside contributors and do..
N.J. Appellate Division Reverses Dismissal in Insurance Subrogation Action N.J. Appellate Division Reverses Dismissal in Insurance Subrogation Action

The New Jersey Appellate Division issued a decision reversing the trial court’s dismissal of the..
AI in Electronic Court Records: How U.S. Courts Are Falling Behind and What It Means for Lawyers AI in Electronic Court Records: How U.S. Courts Are Falling Behind and What It Means for Lawyers

Walk into any mid-sized law firm and you will find attorneys using AI tools that analyze thousands..
New Jersey Expands Family Leave Act Coverage New Jersey Expands Family Leave Act Coverage

On Jan. 17, 2026, then-Gov. Phil Murphy enacted Assembly Bill A-3451/S-2950, which amends the New..
Why Texas? Data Center Market Trends and Incentives [Podcast] Why Texas? Data Center Market Trends and Incentives [Podcast]

In the inaugural episode of the Data Center Counsel Podcast, Bracewell partners Jared Berg and..
To Amend or to Amend and Restate – Which Do You Need? To Amend or to Amend and Restate – Which Do You Need?

Community association attorneys are often asked whether an association should pursue a targeted..
Dyson Forced Labour Case Proceeds to Trial- Key Lessons on Compliance in Global Supply Chains Dyson Forced Labour Case Proceeds to Trial- Key Lessons on Compliance in Global Supply Chains

On 14 January 2026, the UK High Court ruled that claims against Dyson relating to alleged human..
As States Expand Notice Requirements, Updated HSR Thresholds Remain Paramount As States Expand Notice Requirements, Updated HSR Thresholds Remain Paramount

Key TakeawaysThe FTC’s updated Hart Scott Rodino (HSR) thresholds take effect for transactions..
Roadmap for Advanced Air Mobility Type Certification: Flying Towards a Collaborative Future Roadmap for Advanced Air Mobility Type Certification: Flying Towards a Collaborative Future

Advanced Air Mobility Technologies–Global and Local UpdatesThe foundations for the landing areas of ..
Supreme Court to Define Who Counts as a Consumer under VPPA Supreme Court to Define Who Counts as a Consumer under VPPA

This week, the U.S. Supreme Court granted certiorari in Salazar v. Paramount Global, No. 25-459..
Privacy Tip #477 – This is Identity Theft Awareness Week Privacy Tip #477 – This is Identity Theft Awareness Week

Years ago, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) designated the last week of January as Identity Theft ..
Song Remains the Same – Medicare Telehealth Services At Risk of Expiring Again on January 30, 2026 Song Remains the Same – Medicare Telehealth Services At Risk of Expiring Again on January 30, 2026

Healthcare providers are currently facing yet another termination of Medicare telehealth..
Recalibrating Economic Crime Sentencing: The U.S. Sentencing Commission’s Proposed Reforms to.. Recalibrating Economic Crime Sentencing: The U.S. Sentencing Commission’s Proposed Reforms to..

The U.S. Sentencing Commission (the “Commission”) has proposed amendments to federal fraud..
Shriner's Dollar with Sense Winter 2026: Courts Issue Conflicting Rulings on Limited Partnership.. Shriner's Dollar with Sense Winter 2026: Courts Issue Conflicting Rulings on Limited Partnership..

What does the phrase “limited partner, as such” mean? There is no statute or regulation that..
Sexual Harassment Case Ends in $5.5 Million Verdict Sexual Harassment Case Ends in $5.5 Million Verdict

On January 16, 2026, a jury awarded an employee $5.5 million in a sexual harassment and retaliation ..
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Massachusetts and Rhode Island lawmakers were busy throughout 2025 enacting labor and..
Check on the Checking: FCRA Requirements on Employee Background Checks Check on the Checking: FCRA Requirements on Employee Background Checks

The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) may not be the first employment law that comes to mind when an ..
Healthcare Whistleblower Protection Acts: Understanding the Laws that Protect Those Who Come Forward Healthcare Whistleblower Protection Acts: Understanding the Laws that Protect Those Who Come Forward

Whistleblowers play a critical role in uncovering healthcare fraud in the private sector. This..
Massachusetts Governor Healey Announces New Department of Insurance Regulations Intended to.. Massachusetts Governor Healey Announces New Department of Insurance Regulations Intended to..

On January 14, 2026, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey announced that the Division of Insurance..
Pivotal Healthcare Labor and Employment Law Issues in 2025 Continue on Into 2026 Pivotal Healthcare Labor and Employment Law Issues in 2025 Continue on Into 2026

In 2025, employers in the healthcare industry navigated challenges imposed by rapid change and a..
Social Media Misuse-A Cautionary Tale Social Media Misuse-A Cautionary Tale

We live in a digital world where social media has become the go-to space for companies to connect..
Mass Arbitration Series, Part 2: JAMS’ Process [PODCAST] Mass Arbitration Series, Part 2: JAMS’ Process [PODCAST]

On this episode of The Arbitration Acumen PodcastJ.P. Duffy is joined by Elizabeth Carter, senior..
California Refines Pay Transparency Requirements for Employers California Refines Pay Transparency Requirements for Employers

At a GlanceClarified Pay Transparency Requirements Effective Jan. 1, 2026: California employers are ..
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