Judge Tosses Union Challenge to Trump’s ‘Fork-in-the-Road’ Offer
A federal judge in Massachusetts dismissed a union challenge to the Trump administration’s deferred resignation offer for government workers.
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Privacy Advocates Push Newsom to Approve Browser Opt-Out Mandate
Privacy advocates are lobbying Gov. Gavin Newsom to sign the nation’s first requirement for web browsers to offer data opt-out signals, despite his veto of a similar bill last year.
In JPMorgan’s Deal With Plaid, the Giants Win: Marc Rubinstein
The Plaid-JPMorgan deal shows how established banks can leverage their control over customer data.
Google, Meta Beat Consumer Lawsuit Over Drug-Data Collection
Gun Rights Group Sued for Collecting, Using Buyers’ Private Data
The National Shooting Sports Foundation collected the private information of millions of gun purchasers from warranty cards without their knowledge or consent and used it to target them with political messages, a new class complaint filed in federal court alleges.
Gender Care Patients Try to Stop DOJ Pediatric Hospital Subpoena
A Justice Department probe into gender-affirming care at one of the nation’s largest pediatric hospitals is facing mounting opposition as current and former patients and parents urge a federal court to quash the Trump administration’s effort.
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NY Man Convicted Based on His Rap Lyrics Gets New Trial
A rap song written and performed by a Brooklyn man who was in jail at Rikers Island was wrongly used as evidence against him, and his criminal conviction must be reversed, a Brooklyn appeals court ruled Wednesday.
Oldies.com Customer Advances Suit Over Sale of Video-Buying Data
Online video seller Old School Ventures Inc. must face a proposed class action alleging it disclosed the purchasing histories of its customers in violation of the Video Privacy Protection Act.
Law Firms With Trump Deals Probed by Democrats on Commerce Work
Democrats in Congress want more information on three major law firms’ possible work for the Commerce Department after making deals with the White House to evade executive orders.
Judiciary Restricts Access to Sealed Records After Cyber Hack
Federal trial courts are issuing new orders restricting access to sealed documents, following a directive from the judiciary’s administrative office to address escalated cyberattacks targeting the courts’ case system.
Talkspace ‘Trap and Trace’ Suit Over TikTok Tracking Dropped
Therapy website Talkspace no longer faces allegations that it shared consumer information with TikTok in violation of California law after the plaintiff voluntarily withdrew her suit.
Trump’s Privacy Board Purge Threatens EU-US Data Transfer Pact
President Donald Trump’s threat to fire three Democrats from the nation’s top watchdog over the federal government’s digital surveillance could jeopardize the legality of data transfers between EU and US worth at least a trillion dollars.
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US Chamber Tests Members’ Will to Fight Trump on H-1B Visas
The nation’s largest business lobby is soliciting support from its members for a lawsuit against the Trump administration over its changes to the visa system for skilled foreign workers, setting up a potentially rancorous battle between corporate America and the president.
Disney Gears Up for Legal Fight With Trump Over Kimmel’s Return
Mike Pence Group Backs Circuit Pick Who Drew Conservative Ire
A conservative organization founded by former Vice President Mike Pence is throwing its support behind President Donald Trump’s appeals court nominee who’s attracted rare conservative pushback.
Paxton Likely Entitled to Liberal Prosecutor Files, Court Hints
A rule in Texas requiring prosecutors in large counties to produce information on the types of offenses they prioritize could be weaponized by Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) to remove them from office, the chief justice on a statewide appeals court warned Wednesday.
Michael Best Expands Denver Presence With Allen Vellone Merger
Michael Best & Friedrich said Wednesday it plans to merge with Denver law firm Allen Vellone Wolf Helfrich & Factor effective Oct. 1.
Hogan Lovells Lures Steptoe Trade Trio to Boost Brussels Team
Hogan Lovells has hired three partners in Brussels to build its international trade, regulatory, and compliance work, the firm announced Tuesday.
Is Social Media Big Tobacco 2.0? Suits Over the Impact on Teens
Is social media to blame for the decline in teen mental health? Hundreds of lawsuits argue that they are. But can the claims get past Section 230, big tech's legal shield? In this video, we look at the fight over social media's impact on teens.
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