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OFAC Whistleblowing: Exposing Sanctions Violations Under U.S. Law OFAC Whistleblowing: Exposing Sanctions Violations Under U.S. Law

The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) stands among the most influential arms of the U.S...
DOJ Criminal Fraud Section 2025 Year in Review – Health Care Fraud Is Front and Center DOJ Criminal Fraud Section 2025 Year in Review – Health Care Fraud Is Front and Center

On January 22, 2026, the Department of Justice (DOJ or the Department) Criminal Fraud Section..
Voluntary Disclosure by Applicant of Criminal Conviction History Triggers Protections Under State.. Voluntary Disclosure by Applicant of Criminal Conviction History Triggers Protections Under State..

Records of criminal convictions can last a lifetime, and thus can bring a lifetime of difficulty..
FTC Seeks Resuscitate Click-to-Cancel Rule FTC Seeks Resuscitate Click-to-Cancel Rule

In January 2026, the Federal Trade Commission announced that it submitted a draft Advance Notice of ..
SCOTUStoday for Friday, February 6 SCOTUStoday for Friday, February 6

You’re running out of time to take advantage of the preorder offer for Last Branch Standing, Sarah..
Privacy Tip #478 – Intrigued With Using AI to Help with Your Tax Return? Please Think Again Privacy Tip #478 – Intrigued With Using AI to Help with Your Tax Return? Please Think Again

It’s that time of the year when W2s and 1099s pile up in preparation for that dreaded tax return..
Trending Down: Union Elections Fall Off for First Time in Years Trending Down: Union Elections Fall Off for First Time in Years

For anyone paying attention since the pandemic, unions have enjoyed a renaissance of sorts since..
Key Legal Insights from Foley’s Automotive Team Key Legal Insights from Foley’s Automotive Team

Key developmentsElevated costs and financial distress could lead to significant supplier..
New SBA 8(a) Guidance Signals Shift in Interpretation of Who Is ‘Socially and Economically.. New SBA 8(a) Guidance Signals Shift in Interpretation of Who Is ‘Socially and Economically..

On January 22, 2026, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) issued policy guidance indicating ..
IRPA Claims Accrue at First Publication, Not First Discovery IRPA Claims Accrue at First Publication, Not First Discovery

The US Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit confirmed that the single publication rule applies..
All Things Chemical- 2026 Forecast: TSCA Reform Developments — A Conversation with Richard E... All Things Chemical- 2026 Forecast: TSCA Reform Developments — A Conversation with Richard E...

This week, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Richard E. Engler, Director of Chemistry for B&C ..
The Data Center Supply Agreements: An In‑House Lawyer’s Handbook The Data Center Supply Agreements: An In‑House Lawyer’s Handbook

As demand for generative AI and computing power accelerates, data center construction has surged,..
California Legislature Declines to Create New Private Right of Action to Recover Unpaid Wages California Legislature Declines to Create New Private Right of Action to Recover Unpaid Wages

On February 2, 2026, the California Legislature declined to pass legislation (Senate Bill (SB 310)) ..
New York State and New York City Labor and Employment Law Updates New York State and New York City Labor and Employment Law Updates

New York and New York City lawmakers were busy throughout 2025 enacting labor and..
GeTtin’ SALTy Episode 69 | Oregon’s 2026 Legislative Session: Transportation Turbulence, Tax.. GeTtin’ SALTy Episode 69 | Oregon’s 2026 Legislative Session: Transportation Turbulence, Tax..

In this episode of the GeTtin’ SALTy podcast, Nikki Dobay welcomes back Jeff Newgard, executive..
How Businesses Can Protect Insurance Claims After Winter Storm Fern How Businesses Can Protect Insurance Claims After Winter Storm Fern

Winter Storm Fern left a historic trail of damage across more than 30 states, affecting an..
The Black Codes must not define America’s fundamental freedoms The Black Codes must not define America’s fundamental freedoms

Please note that SCOTUS Outside Opinions constitute the views of outside contributors and do..
What a Year! Cybersecurity Recap and 2026 Forecast for Government Contractors What a Year! Cybersecurity Recap and 2026 Forecast for Government Contractors

As we welcome 2026, it is a good time for government contractors to reflect on their cybersecurity..
European Commission Announces New Cybersecurity Package European Commission Announces New Cybersecurity Package

On January 20, 2026, the European Commission proposed a comprehensive new cybersecurity package..
SEC Staff Publishes Statement on Tokenized Securities SEC Staff Publishes Statement on Tokenized Securities

On January 28, 2026, staff at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) published..
DOL Proposes Sweeping New Disclosure Rules for Pharmacy Benefit Managers DOL Proposes Sweeping New Disclosure Rules for Pharmacy Benefit Managers

BackgroundOn January 30, 2026, the Department of Labor’s (DOL) Employee Benefits Security..
Federal Circuit Reins in Prosecution Disclaimer in Maquet v. Abiomed Federal Circuit Reins in Prosecution Disclaimer in Maquet v. Abiomed

This case addresses whether the district court correctly applied prosecution disclaimer to (i)..
Trade Secret Claims Require Describing the Secret, Not the Software Trade Secret Claims Require Describing the Secret, Not the Software

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, which hears federal appeals from Illinois,..
FCA Publishes Further Consultation on Application of the FCA Handbook to Cryptoasset Activities FCA Publishes Further Consultation on Application of the FCA Handbook to Cryptoasset Activities

The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has published a consultation on proposed rules and..
Grassroots Lobbying in New York: What to Know for the 2026 State Legislative Session Grassroots Lobbying in New York: What to Know for the 2026 State Legislative Session

After spending the last six months in their districts, New York State legislators have returned to..
‘Be Prepared to Defend It’ – FTC Signals More Aggressive Posture Toward Noncompete Agreements ‘Be Prepared to Defend It’ – FTC Signals More Aggressive Posture Toward Noncompete Agreements

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) held a workshop on January 27, entitled, “Moving Forward:..
Alabama DOR Issues Guidance Regarding New Postmark Procedures Impacting Time-Sensitive Filings Alabama DOR Issues Guidance Regarding New Postmark Procedures Impacting Time-Sensitive Filings

The Alabama Department of Revenue (“AL DOR”) published helpful guidance on January 28 regarding..
Maine Will Launch PFML Benefits in May 2026 Maine Will Launch PFML Benefits in May 2026

Maine’s paid family and medical leave (PFML) program will begin paying benefits on May 1, 2026...
CMS Announces $50 Billion Rural Health Transformation Program: What Providers and States Need to.. CMS Announces $50 Billion Rural Health Transformation Program: What Providers and States Need to..

On December 29, 2025, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (“CMS”) announced that it will..
Los Angeles Weighs $5 Million Support Program for Vertical Microdrama Production Los Angeles Weighs $5 Million Support Program for Vertical Microdrama Production

On January 28, 2026, the Los Angeles City Council unanimously voted to explore a $5 million..
The Supreme Court has (probably) chosen all the cases it will hear this term The Supreme Court has (probably) chosen all the cases it will hear this term

The Supreme Court announced on Monday that it will hear argument in Salazar v. Paramount Global, on ..
OSHA Delayed Deadlines for Complying with New Hazardous Chemical Rules OSHA Delayed Deadlines for Complying with New Hazardous Chemical Rules

On January 15, 2026, OSHA issued a final order extending the compliance dates in its Hazard..
Maine Enacts Law Requiring Employers to Notify Employees About Surveillance Tools Maine Enacts Law Requiring Employers to Notify Employees About Surveillance Tools

On January 11, 2026, Maine enacted a law (House Paper (H.P.) 25 / Legislative Document (L.D.) 61)..
Single Sign-On Services Targeted in Vishing Attacks Single Sign-On Services Targeted in Vishing Attacks

We continue to alert our readers to the uptick and successful use of vishing attacks against..
NYC Expands Construction Workplace Safety Training Requirements to Include Mental Health NYC Expands Construction Workplace Safety Training Requirements to Include Mental Health

While the Occupational Safety and Health Act sets the minimum requirements for workplace safety,..
Your Next Data Breach May Start With a Job Interview: The Deepfake Candidate Problem Your Next Data Breach May Start With a Job Interview: The Deepfake Candidate Problem

The scenario sounds like science fiction: a candidate aces a video interview, clears a background..
California Supreme Court Weighs Whether an Unreadable Arbitration Agreement Can Bind Workers California Supreme Court Weighs Whether an Unreadable Arbitration Agreement Can Bind Workers

The California Supreme Court is poised to address a fundamental question in employment law: Can an..
Brazil and the European Union Reach Agreement to Recognize Mutual Adequacy in Personal Data.. Brazil and the European Union Reach Agreement to Recognize Mutual Adequacy in Personal Data..

On January 26, 2026, the Brazilian data protection authority (“ANPD”) announced that Brazil and the ..
Federal Question? You Can’t Hypothetically Fair Use Your Way Into Federal Court Federal Question? You Can’t Hypothetically Fair Use Your Way Into Federal Court

Addressing the limits of federal jurisdiction, the US Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit..
Cannabis in 2026 – Part II- Hemp Tightening in 2026—The Compliance Cliff, CBD Carve-Out Signals,.. Cannabis in 2026 – Part II- Hemp Tightening in 2026—The Compliance Cliff, CBD Carve-Out Signals,..

While federal marijuana policy trends toward less restrictive treatment, hemp faces a sharp..