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Healthcare Preview for the Week of: February 23, 2026
President Trump is set to deliver the State of the Union address on Tuesday at 9:00 pm EST, with Virginia Governor Spanberger confirmed to deliver the Democratic response….By: McDermott+
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Overcoming § 101 in Medical Device Applications
Medical devices such as wearable monitoring devices, surgical robotics, smart diagnostic devices, and 3D printed prosthetics are on the cutting edge of medical technology….By: Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox P.L.L.C.
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Vice Chair Bowman Elaborates on Supervisory Priorities and Examination Approach
In a recent speech, Vice Chair for Supervision Bowman reiterated the Federal Reserve’s supervisory operating principles and described how the Fed’s supervision should work in practice….By: Patomak Global Partners
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Employer Use of AI Wage-Setting Tools: Risks, Bias Concerns, and Employer Responsibilities
As employers increasingly adopt artificial intelligence to streamline compensation decisions, the promise of efficiency must be carefully balanced against significant legal and ethical risks….By: Offit Kurman
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Rear-End Collisions in California: Presumption of Fault and Exceptions
Rear-end collisions happen quite frequently in California. In some major cities, traffic is very dense, leading to an increase in rear-end collisions. Rear-end collisions tend to occur at lower speeds. Even so, the injuries can be significant and can require monetary compensation….By: Maison Law
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Medical Malpractice in the Emergency Room: When Can (and Should) You File a Claim?
When you go to the emergency room, you expect to get the care you need. You expect hospital staff to triage your medical needs appropriately, and you expect your doctors and nurses to do what they can to help you recover as fully and quickly as possible….By: Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley
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AA v The Trustees of the Roman Catholic Church for the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle [2026] HCA 2
In a landmark judgment, the High Court of Australia (High Court or the Court) has held that the Catholic Diocese (the Diocese) breached a non‑delegable duty of care owed to a child who was sexually assaulted by a priest in 1969. The majority of the High Court confirmed that a breach of a non‑delegable duty…
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These Ukrainians Don’t Want to Be Traded to Russia for Peace
Four years into the war, a major sticking point in talks is control of the eastern Donetsk region. Residents could face an agonizing choice if Ukraine gives up the territory.
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Mexico Is Caught Between Trump and the Cartels
President Trump has demanded President Claudia Sheinbaum confront the cartels. The killing of El Mencho suggests it might be working — but could come at a cost.
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Iranians Brace for War as Trump Considers Targeted Strikes
Stores are well stocked, and there have been no reports of shortages of food and other essentials, but many Iranians are in limbo as they wait to see whether U.S. forces will attack.