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The DATA Act of 2026 and the Future of Data Center Development
Data centers are the physical backbone of the AI revolution. But they will place enormous demands on America’s electricity infrastructure. As data center expansion continues, policymakers are grappling with how to facilitate infrastructure growth without burdening ratepayers. Senator Tom Cotton’s Decentralized Access to Technology Alternatives Act of 2026, known as the DATA Act, is a…
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Alabama’s Rural Health Transformation Program: Summary of Alabama’s Application for Federal Funds to Improve Rural Health
Federal Grant Background – As part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, Congress established a $50 billion grant program, to be administered by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (“CMS”), to improve access, quality and outcomes in rural health. Originally Published in Birmingham Medical News – March 2026….By: Burr & Forman
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New GSA Guidance on Protecting CUI in Contractor Systems, Plus a Look Ahead at Pending FAR Changes
Key Takeaways: GSA released detailed procedural guidance for protecting CUI in nonfederal systems, and a proposed FAR rule would further standardize CUI handling, documentation and incident reporting across federal contracts….By: Polsinelli
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When Science Fiction Becomes Enterprise Risk: The Impact of Anthropic’s Public Statements That AI May Be Conscious
On February 12, 2026, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told the New York Times that he is “open to the idea” that Claude, his company’s flagship AI system, could be conscious……By: Akerman LLP
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SEC Investor Advisory Committee to Consider Recommendation on Tokenization of Equity Securities
On March 5, 2026, the Market Structure Subcommittee of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (“SEC”) Investor Advisory Committee (“IAC”) released a recommendation regarding the tokenization of equity securities. The recommendation will be discussed and voted on at the IAC’s March 12, 2026 meeting….By: Mayer Brown Free Writings + Perspectives
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Your Rights After an Injury in a California Drug Rehab Facility
The booming drug rehabilitation industry promises hope to a wide range of people, but it also carries some surprising risks. People who leave a healing place don’t expect to exit with new injuries. The detox process, staff interactions, conduct of other patients, and other factors can all lead to injuries or even deaths….By: Maison Law
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Germany: Three Forces Converge to Raise ESG Litigation Stakes
Germany’s litigation landscape is being reshaped by the convergence of tighter criminal enforcement, scalable collective redress, and intensified regulatory action – with imminent EU implementation deadlines bringing the risk into sharp focus for corporations with German operations….By: Jones Day
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New Jersey Appellate Division Limits Recovery of Speculative Future Medical Expenses
The recoverability of future medical damages is frequently a contested issue in personal injury cases involving alleged permanent injuries. In a recent decision, the New Jersey Appellate Division provided guidance on when a plaintiff may recover future medical expenses….By: Carlton Fields
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What Should You Do If You Suspect Nursing Home Abuse in Delaware?
When you place a loved one in a nursing home, you do so out of care and responsibility. You are ensuring they receive medical attention, daily assistance, and supervision that may no longer be possible at home. Most facilities and caregivers work hard to provide appropriate care. But when something feels wrong, it should not…
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Ozempic & Wegovy Lawsuits: What Users Should Know About Similar Drugs
Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound have become widely recognized medications in recent years, offering significant benefits for managing type 2 diabetes and supporting chronic weight management….By: Stark & Stark