President Increases Compliance Risks Surrounding DEI Activities
On March 26, 2026, the President issued Executive Order 14398 titled “Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors.” The Order significantly…
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An Overview of the NRC’s Regulatory Information Conference
Against the backdrop of an ongoing wholesale regulatory overhaul, the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) held its 38th annual Regulatory…
Most Tort Trials Involve Only 1-2 Defendants, Despite Dozens Impl
The problem: Most toxic tort trials involve only 1-2 defendants, despite the existence of evidence implicating numerous, even dozens, of…
President Trump Signs Executive Access on Mortgage Credit Access
On March 13, 2026, President Trump signed an executive order titled “Promoting Access to Mortgage Credit,” directing federal financial regulators…
Texas Public Utility Commission Proposes Large Load Interconnecti
Companies seeking governmental incentives for expansion or relocation projects, such as tax abatements or state-level grants, must typically demonstrate that…
DOL Proposes Rule to Clarify Fiduciary Duties in 401(k) Investmen
On 30 March 2026, Department of Labor (DOL) issued a proposed rule, in response to President Trump’s August 2025 executive…
UK Courts Revisit Fraud‑Based Challenges to Prior Judgments
In England and Wales, the ability to set aside judgments obtained by fraud reflects the principle articulated in the 70-year-old…
Why Arbitration Is the Preferred Strategy for Data Center Constru
Data center construction disputes are increasingly common due to complex contracts, specialized equipment and strict uptime requirements. Without a clear…
Business Bankruptcy Filings for March 29, 2026
Covering reported business bankruptcy filings in Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island, and Chapter 11 bankruptcy filings in New…
Why Wealthy Women Often Enter Public Life Through Giving
Some of America’s most wealthy women have been leading the way in philanthropy of late, while bringing a growing visibility…
Merits Briefing Model Adopted by New Jersey Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of New Jersey announced sweeping amendments to the court rules governing briefing in appeals before the Court. Effective for…
California Prohibits Lawyers from Sharing Legal Fees
California legislation effective as of January 1, 2026, prohibits California lawyers and law firms from directly or indirectly sharing legal…