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Welcome to 10 For 10, the podcast that brings you the week’s Top 10 compliance stories in one podcast each week. Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, brings you the compliance stories you need to know to end your busy week. Sit back, and… more

In principle, employees who undergo compulsory training within the meaning of Article 7:611a of the Dutch Civil Code do not have to repay any fees for such training; their employer bears all the costs of course fees, books, exams and… more

Key Takeaways: The Supreme Court heard oral arguments in First Choice Women’s Resource Centers v. Platkin, Docket No. 24-781, on December 2, 2025, concerning the administrative subpoena sent by the New Jersey Attorney General… more

As AI evolves, agentic AI has emerged as one of 2025's defining tech trends - autonomous AI systems capable of decision-making and executing complex tasks with limited or no human input. Financial institutions are already exploring and… more

Market participants are increasingly focused on a developing liability management strategy in which borrowers and majority lenders are exploring whether amendments to grace periods and Event of Default provisions can be used to delay… more

On December 1, 2025, Judge Denise Cote of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York issued a decision striking an “opt-out” third-party release and corresponding injunction from a chapter 11 plan.  In re Gol Linhas… more

As the use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) proliferates, customers and vendors face unique challenges in contract negotiations. This post discusses these challenges, offering viewpoints from both perspectives… more

This month's Friday Five explores the plaintiff's burden of establishing a continuing disability, when state law claims are expressly preempted by ERISA, and the reasonableness of an administrator's interpretation of a preexisting… more

Key Takeaways: Practical impact. Lower, more flexible threshold likely makes it easier to establish human inventorship on AI-assisted applications… more

Investors on the precipice of acquiring commercial real estate tend to focus on the “big ticket” items — the purchase price, the underwriting assumptions, the rent roll, the zoning strategy, but ignore the importance of a survey. Often… more

The Ninth Circuit recently issued an important decision in Hollis v. R&R Restaurants, Inc., clarifying the reach of the Fair Labor Standards Act’s (FLSA) anti-retaliation protections. The ruling broadens potential liability for… more

Earlier this week, Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Atkins gave remarks that provided a perspective on measures intended to promote capital formation.  Speaking at the New York Stock Exchange, of course, he noted the now all… more

According to the United State Census Bureau’s 2022 Annual Business Survey, over half of the business owners in the United States are 55 years of age or older. In Ohio, this percentage is even higher, with 56.2% of businesses being… more

From 29 June 2028, any firm wishing to provide certain types of “ESG rating” in the UK will need FCA authorisation. The government consulted on this in 2023, and in October 2025 it published draft legislation to implement this. Under… more

Summary Exam focus remains anchored in longstanding concerns: fiduciary duties, conflicts of interest, valuation, fees and expenses, operational resiliency, and disclosures and filing obligations, despite greater transparency and more… more

On November 21, 2025, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and National Marine Fisheries Service (collectively, the Services) published several proposed rules to revise their regulations implementing certain provisions of the Endangered… more

DC Circuit Rules NLRB Members are Removable at Will - The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit ruled earlier today that the president can remove a member of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), Gwynne… more

The IRS has released the 2026 cost-of-living adjustments to certain limits, thresholds and penalties that apply to employee benefits plans and programs. The following charts provide the applicable limits for 2026 in comparison to 2025… more

A recent lawsuit filed in the United States District Court for the Western District of North Carolina is spotlighting risks businesses face when using prerecorded telemarketing messages without proper consent. The case, Toledo v… more

On December 3, 2025, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued an exemptive order extending the compliance dates for two rules: Rule 10c-1a (Reporting of Securities Loans) Rule 13f-2 (Short Position and Short Activity… more

On 20th November 2025 we were delighted to host banks, payments firms, FinTechs, legislators, regulators, and policymakers at our London office for the Hogan Lovells Payments Conference 2025. At the event we explored key themes such as… more

President Trump invoked the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose a 25 percent tariff against Canada, China and Mexico related to the prevention of Fentanyl trafficking, and a 40 percent tariff against Brazil… more

After having been shut down as of October 1 for all but ongoing litigation and time-sensitive matters because of the federal budget impasse, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC” or the “Commission”) and the Antitrust Division of the… more

At last, a decision that examines the consequences of a tenant of assuming a landlord’s obligations regarding repairs and maintenance, as well as the applicability of holdover rent… more

Under the current regime, eligible UCITS funds from specified jurisdictions are afforded a streamlined authorisation process with the SFC in order to be marketed and sold to retail investors in Hong Kong.  All SFC-authorised UCITS… more

On October 3, 2025, in In re FirstEnergy Corp., the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit vacated a district court order that, if permitted to stand, would have required wholesale production of materials generated in an internal… more

Effective January 1, 2026, Public Act 103-0804 will take effect in Illinois, which amends the Illinois Human Rights Act (“Act”). The amendment targets the use of AI in employment decisions. The article below will outline the Act’s main… more

On December 1, 2025, Delaware published amended paid family medical leave (PFML) regulations that take effect on December 11, 2025. While the amendments are not extensive, they will significantly impact many employers set to comply… more

FDA recently issued a new draft guidance titled Scientific Considerations in Demonstrating Biosimilarity to a Reference Product: Updated Recommendations for Assessing the Need for Comparative Efficacy Studies, which proposes omitting… more

On November 10, 2025, Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (“HELP”) Committee, unveiled an expansive package of bills aimed at labor reform. The following contains a brief summary of… more

The California Attorney General (CA AG) has again made waves in the privacy world, this time with a settlement requiring Sling TV to pay a $530,000 fine and make significant operational changes due to alleged violations of the… more

In May 2025, the Securities and Futures Commission (the “SFC”) formally launched the mutual recognition of funds arrangement between Hong Kong and Ireland (the “Ireland-HK MRF”) in collaboration with the Central Bank of Ireland (the… more

A landmark agreement between the UK government and the US administration guarantees zero tariffs on UK pharmaceutical exports to the United States for at least three years in exchange for commitments from the United Kingdom to increase… more

The U.S. Department of Justice's recent subpoenas and the Hsiao Declaration signal a potential redefinition of enforcement boundaries under the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FDCA). By asserting that off-label prescribing may itself… more

On November 27, 2025, British Columbia Bill 30 received Royal Assent, establishing a new illness and injury leave for employees. This law, effective immediately, provides up to 27 weeks of unpaid leave each year… more

AI is reshaping how we work, learn, and interact, but the law is scrambling to keep up. In 2025, states rolled out a mix of AI regulations, from broad “privacy style” frameworks to narrowly targeted rules for healthcare, therapy, and… more

At ACI's 42nd Annual FCPA and Global Anti-Corruption Conference (the Conference), presenters and panelists – including multiple members of the U.S. Department of Justice's (DOJ) leadership team – explored the latest trends and… more

As we previously reported, Maine recently enacted changes to its Net Energy Billing (“NEB”) program. Those changes, in part, reduce compensation for existing commercial and industrial NEB program participants and implement a new… more

More people and businesses than ever before are taking deliveries at their homes and businesses. While this is great for product availability and the economy, it also places delivery workers in situations where they may suffer… more

On 3 December 2025, EFRAG provided its technical advice on draft simplified European Sustainability Reporting Standards (“ESRS”) to the European Commission. The revised ESRS deliver a “reduction of burden for companies” under the… more

On December 1, 2025, Judge Denise Cote of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York reversed confirmation of Brazilian airline Gol Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes S.A.’s chapter 11 plan, striking the plan’s opt-out… more

Based in New York, Mike has over 13 years of banking experience, and a degree in finance and mathematics from the University of Notre Dame. With PNC since 2014, Matt is based in Philadelphia and has a degree in economics and sociology… more

On October 30, 2025, the California Attorney General’s office announced a $530,000 settlement with Sling TV LLC and Dish Media Sales LLC for alleged violations of the California Consumer Privacy Act. Although the matter arose from the… more

The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has confirmed that the new subscription contract rules under the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCCA) won't now take effect until autumn 2026 at the earliest - a delay… more

The Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare published a technical instrument with the aim of ensuring compliance and also providing certainty to employers regarding the elements that will be reviewed by the authority during an inspection… more

Declan Gallivan (Senior Associate, K&L Gates, London) speaks with two leading arbitrators, Lucy Greenwood and Klaus Reichert SC, to discuss how adjustments in the approach to the arbitration procedure can lead to a more focused… more

What is ADM? Automated decision-making (ADM) refers to the use of technology to make decisions with limited or no human intervention. ADM systems range in complexity and functionality – from traditional rule-based systems (eg… more

Businesses may be feeling a bit of whiplash from a recent federal court ruling on California’s wiretapping law and should be on alert for whether their website tracking technology could be used to file a viable lawsuit. On November 18… more

Declan Gallivan (Senior Associate, K&L Gates, London) speaks with two leading arbitrators, Lucy Greenwood and Klaus Reichert SC, to discuss how adjustments in the approach to the arbitration procedure can lead to a more focused… more

As the new legislative year approaches, organizations and stakeholders face a rapidly evolving policy landscape shaped by congressional priorities and executive branch initiatives. It's important to note that the U.S. Congress is… more

We are pleased to present this year's Global Perspectives: Construction & Infrastructure Disputes, featuring key insights and legal developments of 2025 from around the world, with significant implications for construction and… more

As we approach 2026, the energy sector stands at the threshold of one of the most transformative periods in its history. The electric grid—the backbone of modern life—is undergoing a profound evolution to meet the unprecedented demands… more

The Government of Mexico on Dec. 3, 2025, announced the Amendment Project for the Implementation of the Reduction of the Working Hours, aimed at reducing the weekly work schedule in Mexico from 48 to 40 hours through a gradual scheme… more

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced that the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) is testing an outcome-aligned payment (OAP) approach designed to give Medicare fee-for-service (FFS)… more

Companies that map data breach trend lines against industry-specific obligations can convert raw statistics into risk governance strategies. This exercise can be especially valuable amid fast-shifting attack techniques, defensive… more

The Draft delineates the administrative responsibilities of the Federal Network Agency, centralizes data protection oversight with the Federal Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information, and, among other measures… more

Creators, beware: just because it’s online doesn’t mean it’s fair game. In this episode of The Briefing, Scott Hervey and Richard Buckley break down one of the most misunderstood areas of copyright law—fair use. In this featured… more

Declan Gallivan (Senior Associate, K&L Gates, London) speaks with two leading arbitrators, Lucy Greenwood and Klaus Reichert SC, to discuss how adjustments in the approach to the arbitration procedure can lead to a more focused… more