The latest data underscores that no sector or business is immune, and the financial, operational, and reputational stakes have never been higher. Against this backdrop, the 2025 NetDiligence Cyber Claims Study offers invaluable insights into the most pressing risks and trends shaping today’s cyber landscape.
- January 01, 2026Matthew White and Alexander F. Koskey
Both federal agencies are aligning their enforcement priorities with the Administration’s foreign policy goals, signaling heightened scrutiny of cross-border misconduct and increased compliance expectations for multinational organizations and their auditors and advisers.
January 01, 2026Jonathan New and Patrick Campbell and Alaina CicconeMany law firm leaders insist that artificial intelligence has no place in their businesses; however, common applications employed daily may be using AI without them knowing. This phenomenon, often referred to as “shadow AI,” highlights a growing risk for firms that have yet to develop comprehensive governance strategies for artificial intelligence.
January 01, 2026Robert PadillaSanchez shows the limits of bankruptcy jurisdiction in concrete terms. In the court’s hard-hitting analysis, the decision should at least convince bankruptcy courts to avoid hearing most post-confirmation and unrelated third-party disputes.
January 01, 2026Michael L. CookFor lawyers, networking is still one of the most dependable and effective ways to generate new business and build a steady pipeline of referrals. The encouraging news is that networking confidence is a skill that improves with preparation, awareness and practice. Below are strategies to help you feel more relaxed, prepared, and authentic at networking functions in 2026.
January 01, 2026Sharon Meit AbrahamsThere are two key federally created entities whose mission it is to issue licenses and collect royalties on behalf of rights holders for digital transmissions of music: SoundExchange and the Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC). This article reports on recent court rulings over whether the plaintiffs had viable causes of action related to SoundExchange and MLC royalty payments.
January 01, 2026Stan SoocherFor rights holders, platforms and brands, the Disney-Open AI licensing deal illustrates an emerging blueprint for commercializing iconic IP in AI-native formats while attempting to manage legal, regulatory, and reputational risk.
January 01, 2026Reber “Mitch” Boult and Joshua RojasThe Court of Appeals reversed a line of lower court cases which had upended the expectations of innumerable contracting parties who bargained for limited “good guy” guaranties.
January 01, 2026Thomas C. Lambert and Steven ShackmanGiven how the threat landscape is evolving, structured data expertise is no longer a niche specialty
January 01, 2026Megan SilvermanCompanies should mark their calendars now — expect criminal tariff evasion cases in 2026.
January 01, 2026Mark Bini and Daniel Ahn











