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German Labor Court Expands Employer Rights to Scrutinize Dismissed Employees’ Job Applications German Labor Court Expands Employer Rights to Scrutinize Dismissed Employees’ Job Applications

When an employee in Germany is unlawfully dismissed and successfully challenges the dismissal in..
The Human Edge- Why Upskilling Legal Teams is the Heart of GenAI Adoption The Human Edge- Why Upskilling Legal Teams is the Heart of GenAI Adoption

While the disruptive potential of generative AI in legal services dominates headlines, the real..
DHS Amends Regulations Governing the H-1B Work Visa Selection Process DHS Amends Regulations Governing the H-1B Work Visa Selection Process

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published its final rule prioritizing the allocation ..
EB-2 NIW Approval for Vietnamese Educator Expanding Access to AI Skills EB-2 NIW Approval for Vietnamese Educator Expanding Access to AI Skills

AI Education ProfessionalArtificial intelligence (AI) is no longer confined to research labs or..
New York State to Restrict Use of Consumer Credit Information in Hiring and Employment New York State to Restrict Use of Consumer Credit Information in Hiring and Employment

Beginning April 18, 2026, New York State employers will be restricted from using an applicant’s or..
Expanded Employer Obligations Under the Illinois Workplace Transparency Act Effective January 1,.. Expanded Employer Obligations Under the Illinois Workplace Transparency Act Effective January 1,..

Beginning January 1, 2026, Illinois employers will face expanded obligations as a result of..
Colorado Approves New Rules Regulating Methane Emissions from Landfills Colorado Approves New Rules Regulating Methane Emissions from Landfills

On Dec. 18, 2025, the Colorado Air Quality Control Commission (Commission) adopted new,..
Is an Employee on FMLA Leave Untouchable? 2nd Circuit Says Certain Facts Can Support Termination Is an Employee on FMLA Leave Untouchable? 2nd Circuit Says Certain Facts Can Support Termination

We’ve all been there: An employee takes time off (think FMLA or other protected leave), and then..
January 2026 Visa Bulletin – New Year, More Progress January 2026 Visa Bulletin – New Year, More Progress

The State Department has published the January Visa Bulletin.  In most cases, advances in priority..
Practical Lessons on Becoming a Rainmaker Practical Lessons on Becoming a Rainmaker

The legal market is more competitive than ever before. Clients are more informed, more..
From Black Forest Ham to Black Forest Cuckoo Clocks- The EU’s New System for the Protection of.. From Black Forest Ham to Black Forest Cuckoo Clocks- The EU’s New System for the Protection of..

On 1 December 2025, the EU’s new legal framework for the protection of geographical indications for ..
2025 Year-End Estate Planning Update 2025 Year-End Estate Planning Update

The 2025 changes to federal tax law have resulted in favorable developments for estate planning and ..
How deferential is the Roberts court to presidential power? How deferential is the Roberts court to presidential power?

Empirical SCOTUS is a recurring series by Adam Feldman that looks at Supreme Court data, primarily..
New Jersey Adopts New Rules Clarifying and Reinforcing Disparate Impact Liability New Jersey Adopts New Rules Clarifying and Reinforcing Disparate Impact Liability

On December 15, 2025, the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights (DCR) issued new comprehensive rules..
DHS Announces Final Rule Establishing Weighted Selection Process for Cap-Subject H-1B Petitions DHS Announces Final Rule Establishing Weighted Selection Process for Cap-Subject H-1B Petitions

On December 23, 2025, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that it finalized..
California Privacy Protection Agency Issues Enforcement Advisory for Data Brokers California Privacy Protection Agency Issues Enforcement Advisory for Data Brokers

On December 17, 2025, the California Privacy Protection Agency (“CPPA”) announced the release of..
FBI Warns of Increase in AI-Generated Impersonations of Senior U.S. Officials FBI Warns of Increase in AI-Generated Impersonations of Senior U.S. Officials

On December 19, 2025, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) published an Alert warning the..
Universal Music Group Takes Center Stage with Recent California Court Narrowing of CIPA Class Action Universal Music Group Takes Center Stage with Recent California Court Narrowing of CIPA Class Action

The recent decision in Wiley v. Universal Music Group highlights how courts are scrutinizing..
EP and Council of the EU Reach Provisional Agreement on New Genomic Techniques for Plants EP and Council of the EU Reach Provisional Agreement on New Genomic Techniques for Plants

On December 4, 2025, the Council of the European Union (EU) reached a provisional agreement with..
Major Reforms for UK Employment Law- ERA 2025 Major Reforms for UK Employment Law- ERA 2025

The UK Employment Rights Act 2025 (the “ERA 2025”) has now received Royal Assent. The ERA 2025 will ..
FTC Takes Action Against Illusory Systems Over $186 Million Data Breach FTC Takes Action Against Illusory Systems Over $186 Million Data Breach

On December 16, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) announced an enforcement action against..
CMS Attempts to Use Medicare and Medicaid Conditions of Participation to Ban Hospitals from.. CMS Attempts to Use Medicare and Medicaid Conditions of Participation to Ban Hospitals from..

On December 18, 2025, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued two proposed..
Out of the shadows Out of the shadows

Nuts and Bolts is a recurring series by Stephen Wermiel providing insights into the mechanics of..
This Week in 340B: December 9 – 15, 2025 This Week in 340B: December 9 – 15, 2025

Find this week’s updates on 340B litigation to help you stay in the know on how 340B cases are..
Illinois Unveils Draft Notice Rules on AI Use in Employment Ahead of Discrimination Ban Illinois Unveils Draft Notice Rules on AI Use in Employment Ahead of Discrimination Ban

Illinois employers would need to provide notice to employees and prospective employees when..
Poland’s Draft Pay Transparency Law to Mandate Job Evaluations Under New Government Tool Poland’s Draft Pay Transparency Law to Mandate Job Evaluations Under New Government Tool

On 25 November 2025, the Polish government published the principal assumptions intended to underpin ..
FERC Directs Revisions to Enable Co-Located Load (Data Centers) And Generation FERC Directs Revisions to Enable Co-Located Load (Data Centers) And Generation

On December 18, 2025, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) took a significant step to..
EB-1A Publications- How USCIS Evaluates its Impact and How You Can Strengthen Your Case EB-1A Publications- How USCIS Evaluates its Impact and How You Can Strengthen Your Case

A strong publication record reflects years of dedication, research, and professional contribution...
Marketing Rule Under the Microscope: New SEC Exam Findings Marketing Rule Under the Microscope: New SEC Exam Findings

The SEC's Division of Examinations' staff (Staff) issued a Risk Alert on December 16, highlighting..
Cross-Border Catch-Up- Unpacking Singapore’s Workplace Fairness (Dispute Resolution) Bill [Podcast] Cross-Border Catch-Up- Unpacking Singapore’s Workplace Fairness (Dispute Resolution) Bill [Podcast]

In this episode of our Cross-Border Catch-Up podcast series, Goli Rahimi (Chicago) and Kate..
What Michigan Property Owners Must Know About Snow and Ice Removal What Michigan Property Owners Must Know About Snow and Ice Removal

Michigan winters bring freezing temperatures, heavy snow, and icy sidewalks. These conditions can..
UK Government Working Paper- Options to Reform Noncompete Clauses in Employment Contracts UK Government Working Paper- Options to Reform Noncompete Clauses in Employment Contracts

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has increased its focus on how businesses compete for..
Taxpayer Fails to Overcome California Assessment Based on Federal Change Taxpayer Fails to Overcome California Assessment Based on Federal Change

The California Office of Tax Appeals sustained the majority of a proposed assessment resulting from ..
NCUA Launches Deregulation Project and Proposes Four Rules to Streamline Credit Union Regulations NCUA Launches Deregulation Project and Proposes Four Rules to Streamline Credit Union Regulations

On December 10, 2025, the National Credit Union Administration announced a new Deregulation Project ..
When Owners Go to Battle- Strategic Planning Before the First Shot When Owners Go to Battle- Strategic Planning Before the First Shot

In large-scale commercial construction, disputes aren't a matter of if — they're a matter of..
FDA Reopens Registration for Food Allergen Thresholds Public Meeting FDA Reopens Registration for Food Allergen Thresholds Public Meeting

On December 10, 2025, FDA reopened registration for the virtual public meetings on food allergen..
Who Do You Work For? Texas Supreme Court Expands Contractor Immunity on Roadway Projects Who Do You Work For? Texas Supreme Court Expands Contractor Immunity on Roadway Projects

When injuries occur on public roadways, plaintiffs often look beyond the immediate parties and sue..
CIPA Litigation Persists For Online Businesses While Reform Bill Sits Idle CIPA Litigation Persists For Online Businesses While Reform Bill Sits Idle

The past year has seen sweeping developments in personal jurisdiction doctrine as applied to online ..
CFTC May Gain Primary Authority Over Digital Commodities Under Senate Draft Bill CFTC May Gain Primary Authority Over Digital Commodities Under Senate Draft Bill

On November 10, 2025, Senator John Boozman and Senator Cory Booker released a bipartisan Senate..
Speech by Director of Division of Investment Management Signals Key Priorities Speech by Director of Division of Investment Management Signals Key Priorities

On December 2, Brian Daly, the new Director of the Division of Investment Management for the..
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