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AI Regulation on the Move: EU Leads with AI Act as U.S. States Forge Their Own Paths
Quite understandably, the passing of the AI Act this week by the European Parliament received a great deal of attention, as it represents a significant step forward in developing a legal framework for artificial intelligence (AI)….By: Williams Mullen
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Vital Signs: Digital Health Law Update | Winter 2024
Welcome to Vital Signs, a curated compilation of the latest legal and regulatory developments in digital health. Our lead article reports on HHS’ recent final rule on the confidentiality of substance use disorder patient records. Don’t miss the numerous U.S.-based updates on cybersecurity, tracking technologies, FDA guidance, and DOJ activities, among others. In our Global…
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Boiler Manufacturer’s Motion for Summary Judgment Denied
Supreme Court of New York, New York County (NYCAL) – In this asbestos action, plaintiff Thomas Bassier alleged that he suffered injury as a result of exposure to asbestos-containing products manufactured by various companies during his time employed as an electrician. In response, one of the defendants, Burnham, LLC, filed a motion for summary judgment…
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Premises Defendant’s Motion to Dismiss for Failure to State a Claim Granted
Plaintiff Marvin Evans was diagnosed with lung cancer in September 2022. Subsequently, the plaintiff sued a number of defendants in the Civil District Court for Orleans Parish, alleging that his lung cancer was caused by exposure to asbestos during his employment as a boilermaker with various companies between 1969 and 1980. The case was eventually…
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BioLife Plasma Services Files Official Notice of Data Breach
On March 20, 2024, BioLife Plasma Services, L.P. filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Texas after discovering that an unauthorized party was able to access certain information in the company’s possession. In this notice, BioLife Plasma Services explains that the incident resulted in an unauthorized party being able to access…
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Negligence in Behavioral Health Facilities FAQs
When dealing with the complexities of medical malpractice, particularly negligence in behavioral health facilities, it is essential to understand your rights and how to enforce them. These frequently asked questions aim to clarify some of the common questions we are asked by clients….By: Morris James LLP
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Congress Seeks to Bar Funding for U.N. Agency for Palestinians
A bill would bar support for the agency, UNRWA, amid accusations that some employees were Hamas fighters. Other countries are scrambling to make up the looming shortfall.
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Israel-Hamas War in Gaza Leaves Power Vacuum
Analysts say the Israeli military’s return to the largest hospital complex in the enclave may foretell more chaos without governance.
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E.U. Plans to Use Russian Frozen Assets to Pay for Weapons for Ukraine
Using interest earned on frozen Russian assets held in Europe, the bloc plans to raise billions. But other ways to pay for new weapons remain elusive.
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Iceland’s Tourism Suffers Amid a Belching Volcano and Flowing Lava
In a country that relies heavily on visitors, hotels faced repeated evacuations, and one resort was temporarily shut.
