Streamlining Middle Housing: The Latest in Small-Site Development Reforms

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California continues its legislative push to address the state’s housing crisis, particularly..
Gratitude- Continuing the Conversation Gratitude- Continuing the Conversation

Last week’s post gave me an opportunity to share my thoughts on how choosing to lead a business..
THE STATE OF AID: The Department of State’s $150 Million Agreement with Zipline International Inc... THE STATE OF AID: The Department of State’s $150 Million Agreement with Zipline International Inc...

On November 25, 2025, the Department of State announced an agreement of up to $150 million with..
Securing the Future- Tackling Automotive Material Challenges in a Changing World Securing the Future- Tackling Automotive Material Challenges in a Changing World

IntroductionIn today’s rapidly evolving automotive industry, the reliance on battery and other key..
Arbitration Acumen: Update on the Saudi Center for Commercial Arbitration with Chris Alberti.. Arbitration Acumen: Update on the Saudi Center for Commercial Arbitration with Chris Alberti..

On this episode of The Arbitration Acumen Podcast, J.P. Duffy and Chris Alberti discuss the Saudi..
Understanding the M&A Process Understanding the M&A Process

Buying or selling a business is one of the most significant milestones an entrepreneur will face...
ILPA Updates Capital Call & Distribution Template: Implications for GPs and LPs ILPA Updates Capital Call & Distribution Template: Implications for GPs and LPs

The Institutional Limited Partners Association (ILPA) has released an updated Capital Call &..
Court to hear arguments on faith-based pregnancy centers’ challenge to state subpoena Court to hear arguments on faith-based pregnancy centers’ challenge to state subpoena

The Supreme Court will hear arguments on Tuesday, Dec. 2, in a case brought by First Choice Women’s ..
All you ever wanted to know about the Supreme Court lottery All you ever wanted to know about the Supreme Court lottery

I’ve never been a fan of the lottery.  In fourth grade, I pooled together my chore money (a grand..
Understanding US Property Rights Law in Nashville Car Accidents Understanding US Property Rights Law in Nashville Car Accidents

Discover how property rights affect car accidents in Nashville and how Meyers Personal Injury Law..
New York Tax Court Approves Section 1031 “Drop & Swap” Transactions New York Tax Court Approves Section 1031 “Drop & Swap” Transactions

Earlier this year, a New York City Administrative Law Judge found that the taxpayers’ sale of a..
White House Draft EO Targets State AI Laws as New EO Emphasizes Security White House Draft EO Targets State AI Laws as New EO Emphasizes Security

Key TakeawaysWhite House draft EO proposes overriding state AI laws with a uniform national..
Governor of Oregon Orders Clean Energy Overhaul Governor of Oregon Orders Clean Energy Overhaul

Key TakeawaysOregon Governor Tina Kotek issued Executive Order (EO) 25-29 on November 19, 2025,..
SEC Division of Examinations Releases Its 2026 Examination Priorities SEC Division of Examinations Releases Its 2026 Examination Priorities

Delayed slightly by the recent government shutdown, the Division of Examinations (the Division) of..
Court to consider billion-dollar judgment for copyright infringement Court to consider billion-dollar judgment for copyright infringement

The court will hear its big copyright case for the year during the first week of the December..
SCOTUStoday for Tuesday, November 25 SCOTUStoday for Tuesday, November 25

On Nov. 25, 2020, in a late-night order issued hours before Thanksgiving began that year, the court ..
Treasury Department Announces Audit of Preference-Based Contracts and Task Orders Treasury Department Announces Audit of Preference-Based Contracts and Task Orders

In an announcement made earlier this month, the U.S. Treasury Department unveiled “a comprehensive..
Caveat Venditor and Sellers Beware- New Rules require Product Guarantee Information for All.. Caveat Venditor and Sellers Beware- New Rules require Product Guarantee Information for All..

The European Commission (EC) continues with its agenda on enhancing consumer rights and empowering..
State Privacy Action Grows- Consortium Expands, California Launches Data Broker Strike Force State Privacy Action Grows- Consortium Expands, California Launches Data Broker Strike Force

The Consortium of Privacy Regulators is growing. Meanwhile, CalPrivacy has announced a new program, ..
SCOTUStoday for Monday, November 24 SCOTUStoday for Monday, November 24

Welcome to Thanksgiving week! Here’s what to expect from SCOTUStoday: Tomorrow, you’ll receive a..
The Continuing Impact of Tariffs, Trade Disruptions, and Federal Government Reopening on the U.S... The Continuing Impact of Tariffs, Trade Disruptions, and Federal Government Reopening on the U.S...

The U.S. soybean industry remains a focal point in the intersection of American agriculture, global ..
The Lobby Shop- Washington Reopens- The Fallout, the Politics, and What Happens Next [Podcast] The Lobby Shop- Washington Reopens- The Fallout, the Politics, and What Happens Next [Podcast]

With the federal government reopened, Lobby Shop hosts Josh Zive, Paul Nathanson and Liam Donovan..
OSHA Recordkeeping and Reporting Guidance for Employers, Part I- Foundations of OSHA Injury and.. OSHA Recordkeeping and Reporting Guidance for Employers, Part I- Foundations of OSHA Injury and..

This three-part series on OSHA recordkeeping and reporting provides tips for employers on..
Navigating AI Disclosure Rules in New York Courts Navigating AI Disclosure Rules in New York Courts

Judges are still figuring out the best way to preempt misuse of generative AI (GenAI) in their..
Big Law Redefined- Immigration Insights Episode 21 | Global Mobility in Motion- Trends, Strategies, .. Big Law Redefined- Immigration Insights Episode 21 | Global Mobility in Motion- Trends, Strategies, ..

In this timely podcast episode of the Immigration Insights series, host Kate Kalmykov, co-chair of..
No “Private Sector Shutdown” Exception to Pay Obligations for Private Employers (US) No “Private Sector Shutdown” Exception to Pay Obligations for Private Employers (US)

On November 12, 2025, the federal government finally reopened after a 43-day shutdown – the longest ..
A Doorbuster Deal for Policyholders: NC Business Court Finds Policyholder-Friendly State Law.. A Doorbuster Deal for Policyholders: NC Business Court Finds Policyholder-Friendly State Law..

The North Carolina business court recently handed a win to policyholders in a COVID-19 business..
It’s Not All Rocket Science: Aerospace Ambitions and Litigation Risk It’s Not All Rocket Science: Aerospace Ambitions and Litigation Risk

Aerospace startups often begin with a dream to provide cheaper, better, or faster solutions for..
EPA Preliminarily Determines that 1,2-Dichloroethane Poses Unreasonable Risk to Human Health and.. EPA Preliminarily Determines that 1,2-Dichloroethane Poses Unreasonable Risk to Human Health and..

On November 19, 2025, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the availability of..
CFPB Proposes Revisions to Regulation B’s Small Business Lending Rule Under Section 1071 CFPB Proposes Revisions to Regulation B’s Small Business Lending Rule Under Section 1071

On November 13, the CFPB issued a proposed rule to amend Regulation B’s 2023 small business lending ..
Washington DFI Finalizes $60,000 Consent Order Addressing Alleged Advertising, Disclosure, and.. Washington DFI Finalizes $60,000 Consent Order Addressing Alleged Advertising, Disclosure, and..

On November 5, the Washington Department of Financial Institutions issued a consent order against a ..
The Future of Public Law 86-272 The Future of Public Law 86-272

The Massachusetts Department of Revenue (“MA DOR”) recently joined its counterparts in New York and ..
When Federal Preemption Meets AI Regulation: What Trump's Draft Executive Order Means for Your.. When Federal Preemption Meets AI Regulation: What Trump's Draft Executive Order Means for Your..

According to multiple reports, the Trump administration is circulating a draft executive order (EO) ..
Hawaii Department of Taxation Attacks Its Own Hawaii Department of Taxation Attacks Its Own

In a case of homecourt advantage may not be worth much, the Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals..
Ninth Circuit Stays Enforcement of California Climate Disclosure Law SB 261 Pending Appeal Ninth Circuit Stays Enforcement of California Climate Disclosure Law SB 261 Pending Appeal

On November 18, 2025, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit issued an order enjoining..
Understanding Property Rights and Whistleblower Protections Understanding Property Rights and Whistleblower Protections

Explore the intersection of property rights and whistleblower protections in Los Angeles.
2025 – 2026 Planning Priorities 2025 – 2026 Planning Priorities

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State Insurance Department Statements Scrutinize MA and MedSupp Unfair Trade Practices State Insurance Department Statements Scrutinize MA and MedSupp Unfair Trade Practices

Practices related to enrollment in Medicare Advantage plans continue to draw scrutiny from..
Illinois Receivership Act will be a valuable tool for creditors Illinois Receivership Act will be a valuable tool for creditors

On January 1, 2026, the Illinois Receivership Act (the Act) takes effect. The Act builds upon a..
The Case for Regular Legal Maintenance: A Litigation Readiness Mindset for Modern Health Care.. The Case for Regular Legal Maintenance: A Litigation Readiness Mindset for Modern Health Care..

Health care organizations operate under constant scrutiny from government regulators and the threat ..
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