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Companies should mark their calendars now — expect criminal tariff evasion cases in 2026.

A recent decision by Bankruptcy Judge Brendan Shannon was peppered with some harsh words for a defendant in an adversary proceeding. Judge Shannon said the party’s “failure to perform basic discovery responses and participation in litigation … has been breathtaking."

Over the past year, the current administration has redefined the False Claims Act from a traditional anti-fraud statute into a highly flexible policy instrument to enforce its core agenda priorities.

Success in 2026 will belong to brands that combine human judgment with AI capability, communicate with discipline and focus, and treat trust as a measurable business asset, not a marketing byproduct.

For lawyers, networking is still one of the most dependable and effective ways to generate new business and build a steady pipeline of referrals. Yet many attorneys feel uneasy or self-conscious when walking into a room full of unfamiliar faces. The encouraging news is that networking confidence is a skill that improves with preparation, awareness and practice.

Based on a review of recent case law, this article identifies three considerations that practitioners should pay attention to in cases involving AI trade secrets.

When a cyberattack occurs, time is the most valuable asset. Much like law enforcement’s “first 48” hours rule in criminal investigations, the first 72 hours of a cyberattack, often referred to collectively as the “golden hour,” are crucial. Early action preserves critical evidence, prevents further harm, and increases the chance of a successful resolution.

Part One of a Two-Part ArticleToday’s commercial real estate market is in distress and has been, across a variety of asset classes, for several years. The reasons are well known. The options for the loan in distress are somewhat well known. They are becoming less mysterious day by day. These more traditional options will be described in the first installment of this article below.