The US Government’s Expanding Use of AI in Immigration Adjudications: Considerations for Employers and Investors

The US Government’s Expanding Use of AI in Immigration Adjudications: Considerations for Employers.. The US Government’s Expanding Use of AI in Immigration Adjudications: Considerations for Employers..

The U.S. government is rapidly expanding its use of AI across immigration and visa adjudications...
The BR International Trade Report: December 2025 The BR International Trade Report: December 2025

Welcome to this month’s issue of The BR International Trade Report, Blank Rome’s monthly digital..
FinCEN Assesses $3.5 Million Penalty Against Virtual Asset Platform for Alleged BSA Violations FinCEN Assesses $3.5 Million Penalty Against Virtual Asset Platform for Alleged BSA Violations

On December 9, FinCEN announced a consent order imposing a $3.5 million civil money penalty on a..
AI Governance Programs Provide a Competitive Advantage AI Governance Programs Provide a Competitive Advantage

In an excellent blog post, “Avoiding AI Pitfalls in 2026: Lessons Learned from Top 2025 Incidents,” ..
Privacy Tip #472 – FTC Issues Proposed Order Against Illusory Systems Over Allegations of Lax.. Privacy Tip #472 – FTC Issues Proposed Order Against Illusory Systems Over Allegations of Lax..

On December 17, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a press release announcing that it..
Nabisco Reaches Settlement in ‘100% Whole Grain’ Litigation Nabisco Reaches Settlement in ‘100% Whole Grain’ Litigation

A federal judge has approved (Law360 subscription required) a $10 million settlement over claims..
Trump Signs Executive Order Targeting State AI Laws Trump Signs Executive Order Targeting State AI Laws

On December 11, 2025, President Trump signed an Executive Order on “Ensuring A National Policy..
OSHA Retaliation Claims Under Section 11(c): A Legal and Practical Guide for Employers OSHA Retaliation Claims Under Section 11(c): A Legal and Practical Guide for Employers

Employers across the U.S. must follow not only the workplace safety rules set out in the..
Can Law Enforcement Access Google Search Data Without a Warrant? Pennsylvania Says Yes Can Law Enforcement Access Google Search Data Without a Warrant? Pennsylvania Says Yes

Overview of Commonwealth v. KurtzOn December 16, 2025, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court held that..
VISION?- VisionWorks of America to Pay $2.6MM to Settle TCPA SMS DNC Class Action VISION?- VisionWorks of America to Pay $2.6MM to Settle TCPA SMS DNC Class Action

Up first, VisionWorks of America has agreed to pay $2.6MM to settle a TCPA DNC SMS class action–..
The Impact of Jarkesy on the Right to a Jury in Bankruptcy Proceedings The Impact of Jarkesy on the Right to a Jury in Bankruptcy Proceedings

Tracking the Decision’s Impact by Looking at a Recent Bankruptcy Court Opinion on Enforcing the..
The Hidden Legal Minefield- Compliance Concerns with AI Smart Glasses, Part 2 – Two-Party Consent.. The Hidden Legal Minefield- Compliance Concerns with AI Smart Glasses, Part 2 – Two-Party Consent..

As we explored in Part 1 of this series, AI-enabled smart glasses are rapidly evolving from niche..
D.C. Circuit Decision Holding That MSPB Members Are Subject to At-Will Removal May Impact OSHRC D.C. Circuit Decision Holding That MSPB Members Are Subject to At-Will Removal May Impact OSHRC

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit’s recent consolidated..
Employment Law This Week® - Episode 416: Top Employment Law Changes of 2025 [Video, Podcast] Employment Law This Week® - Episode 416: Top Employment Law Changes of 2025 [Video, Podcast]

This week, we discuss the most significant employment law developments of 2025, from non-competes..
Baker Tilly to Acquire Berkowitz Pollack Brant, Expanding Southeast and East Coast Presence Baker Tilly to Acquire Berkowitz Pollack Brant, Expanding Southeast and East Coast Presence

Chicago-based IPA Top 100 firm Baker Tilly (FY24 net revenue of 3.36 billion) has announced plans..
OSHA’s Seven Letters of Interpretation in December 2025- Coal or Candy for Employers? OSHA’s Seven Letters of Interpretation in December 2025- Coal or Candy for Employers?

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued seven..
SCOTUStoday for Wednesday, December 17 SCOTUStoday for Wednesday, December 17

Yesterday, Franklin the Turtle made an appearance on Reason’s Volokh Conspiracy blog. Here’s why...
California SB 243- Setting New Standards for Regulating and Ensuring Integrity of AI Companion.. California SB 243- Setting New Standards for Regulating and Ensuring Integrity of AI Companion..

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (“AI”) has spurred remarkable innovation for the..
FCA Publishes Findings on Firms' Risk Assessment and Criticises Poor Practice FCA Publishes Findings on Firms' Risk Assessment and Criticises Poor Practice

On 11 November 2025, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) shared its findings following its review ..
Litigation Minute- Proof Required- Evaluating AI in Litigation Practice Litigation Minute- Proof Required- Evaluating AI in Litigation Practice

What You Need to Know in a Minute or LessIn litigation, everything comes down to evidence—what you..
Administration at Scale: The Emerging Role of AI in Modern Claims Management Administration at Scale: The Emerging Role of AI in Modern Claims Management

The settlement amount may grab the headline, but for class members, the real impact lies in the..
USCIS Announces Reduction of EAD Validity Period for Foreign Nationals in Certain Categories USCIS Announces Reduction of EAD Validity Period for Foreign Nationals in Certain Categories

USCIS has announced the reduction of the maximum validity period from five years to 18 months for..
New EEOC Guidance Aligns with DOL’s H-1B ‘Project Firewall,’ Stresses Foreign Worker Preferences.. New EEOC Guidance Aligns with DOL’s H-1B ‘Project Firewall,’ Stresses Foreign Worker Preferences..

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) released updated educational materials on..
Relationship Limits: 11th Circuit Reins in Scope of “Relating To” in Insurance Policy Exclusions Relationship Limits: 11th Circuit Reins in Scope of “Relating To” in Insurance Policy Exclusions

Insurers often rely on introductory phrases in exclusions, such as the phrase “relating to,” to..
Minor Questions to Belabor in the NIL Era: The Status of High School Athletes Minor Questions to Belabor in the NIL Era: The Status of High School Athletes

For years, many have advocated that participation in college athletics is “work” and, consequently, ..
Your Right to Report Unsafe Working Conditions Without Retaliation. A Guide for Employees Your Right to Report Unsafe Working Conditions Without Retaliation. A Guide for Employees

Every worker in the United States has the right to a safe and healthy workplace. Federal law..
Two centuries of declining judicial agreement Two centuries of declining judicial agreement

Empirical SCOTUS is a recurring series by Adam Feldman that looks at Supreme Court data, primarily..
Expert Wrongful Death and Internet Crimes Defense in Clearwater Expert Wrongful Death and Internet Crimes Defense in Clearwater

Neal & Solevilla: Your trusted wrongful death and internet crimes defense lawyers in Clearwater...
Impact of EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2025/40) on the Food.. Impact of EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2025/40) on the Food..

Food companies are likely to be significantly impacted by the European Union’s Packaging and..
Proxy Advisors in the Crosshairs. Securities Law Implications of New Executive Order Proxy Advisors in the Crosshairs. Securities Law Implications of New Executive Order

On December 11, 2025, the White House issued an executive order (EO) and related fact..
DOJ Unleashes New Health & Safety Unit. Anticipate Augmented Criminal Enforcement for Certain.. DOJ Unleashes New Health & Safety Unit. Anticipate Augmented Criminal Enforcement for Certain..

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has escalated its criminal enforcement efforts with the..
The Gold Card Program Explained—And How It Compares to EB-5 The Gold Card Program Explained—And How It Compares to EB-5

The United States has introduced a new immigration pathway aimed at attracting ultra-high-net-worth ..
McDermott+ Check-Up. December 12, 2025 McDermott+ Check-Up. December 12, 2025

THIS WEEK’S DOSESenate votes on dueling healthcare bills. Although neither bill passed, some..
EU Omnibus Package Trilogue Agreement on EU CSRD and CSDDD EU Omnibus Package Trilogue Agreement on EU CSRD and CSDDD

On Dec. 9, 2025, the Council of the EU (Council)’s Presidency and European Parliament..
OECD Report Reveals Deficiencies in South Africa’s Anti-Corruption Efforts OECD Report Reveals Deficiencies in South Africa’s Anti-Corruption Efforts

A recent report by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) found that..
2026 Washington State Minimum Wage Update 2026 Washington State Minimum Wage Update

Effective January 1, 2026, the minimum wage rate in the State of Washington will increase to $17.13 ..
Section 16 Short-Swing Liability Rules Likely to Be Extended to Foreign Private Issuers and Their.. Section 16 Short-Swing Liability Rules Likely to Be Extended to Foreign Private Issuers and Their..

Legislation that will subject non-US companies that publicly report in the U.S. to short-swing..
CPPA Fines Nevada Marketing Firm for Violation of California’s Delete Act CPPA Fines Nevada Marketing Firm for Violation of California’s Delete Act

On December 3, 2025, the California Privacy Protection Agency (“CPPA”) announced that it fined ROR..
IV Hydration Therapy Business – Recent Guidance Highlights Legal Implications in this Fast-Growing.. IV Hydration Therapy Business – Recent Guidance Highlights Legal Implications in this Fast-Growing..

Intravenous (IV) hydration therapy has gained popularity in recent years as a wellness treatment,..
What’s That Coming Over the Hill? – Ofcom’s Heavy Fines for Age Assurance Failures What’s That Coming Over the Hill? – Ofcom’s Heavy Fines for Age Assurance Failures

Ofcom has stepped up the pressure, firstly, by issuing two new sets of fines, with one reaching up..
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