SUMMARY The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 today that IEEPA, the International Emergency Economic Powers Act of 1977, does not authorize the President to impose tariffs. The decision in Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump, 607 U.S. __ (2026), invalidates roughly half of all tariff revenue the government has collected over the past year. Trump responded within hours by … Read more
Summary Researchers published breakthrough findings showing AI can identify structural heart disease through smartwatch sensors, transforming consumer devices into potential medical diagnostic tools. This advancement raises critical legal questions about FDA oversight, product liability when algorithms err, manufacturer responsibility, and equitable healthcare access as wearable technology crosses from fitness tracking into clinical diagnosis requiring updated … Read more
SUMMARY The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, known as the SAVE Act, would require documentary proof of United States citizenship to register to vote in federal elections. The House passed the latest version (now called the SAVE America Act) on February 11, 2026 by a vote of 218-213, with Republicans unanimously voting in favor and all … Read more
I’m honored to share that I’ve been named an NJBIZ Leader in Law honoree for the second time. This award recognizes attorneys whose dedication to their profession and communities is outstanding. NJBIZ is New Jersey’s leading business journal and details about the award methodology can be found here.
SUMMARY Ashley St. Clair sued xAI after Grok generated 3 million sexualized deepfakes in 11 days, including 23,000 of children. The January 2026 lawsuit tests whether AI systems are “products” under traditional liability law. Courts must decide if developers face tort exposure when systems enable foreseeable harms, potentially affecting autonomous vehicles, medical AI and algorithmic … Read more
SUMMARY Governor Murphy signed New Jersey’s Skip the Stuff law requiring restaurants, food trucks, hospitals, schools and arenas to provide single-use utensils and condiments only upon customer request starting August 1, 2026. Studies show a 94% reduction in disposable items, saving restaurants money. Full-service restaurants with 10+ seats must provide reusable utensils for dine-in, making … Read more
SUMMARY FINRA Forward is a comprehensive 2025 initiative modernizing securities regulation through three pillars: updating outdated rules, empowering firm compliance and combating cybersecurity threats. The reform includes substantial fee increases totaling $450 million by 2029, with corporate financing fees jumping to $1.125 million. Large firms benefit from regulatory clarity while small broker-dealers and private issuers … Read more
SUMMARY Bruce Springsteen’s rapid-release protest song “Streets of Minneapolis” continues a tradition of artists responding instantly to current events. Billy Bragg and indie songwriter Jesse Welles have released similar quick-turnaround political tracks, while historical examples include Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young’s “Ohio” and Iran’s Shervin Hajipour’s “Baraye.” Modern technology now lets musicians strike while emotional … Read more
SUMMARY New Jersey and New York lemon laws protect car buyers from defective vehicles. In New Jersey, coverage lasts 24 months or 24,000 miles with presumption after 3 repair attempts or 20 days out of service. New York provides 18 months or 18,000 miles coverage with presumption after 4 repair attempts or 30 days out of … Read more
SUMMARY George Inness, the “father of American landscape painting,” lived in Montclair and pioneered atmospheric tonalism. The Montclair Art Museum houses one of the world’s finest Inness collections. I asked AI to recreate his style. It captured soft edges and muted palettes but missed the spiritual vision and deliberate artistry that made him revolutionary. AI … Read more
UPDATED (January 26, 2026) SUMMARY Elon Musk’s Grok AI chatbot has sparked a global crisis by generating thousands of nonconsensual sexual deepfake images of women and minors. Indonesia and Malaysia initially banned it, while California and the UK launched investigations. The Senate passed legislation giving victims the right to sue. On January 16, 2026, X implemented … Read more
SUMMARY When raising capital, companies can use Section 4(a)(2) or Regulation D exemptions to avoid costly public offerings. While Section 4(a)(2) offers privacy and no federal filings, most attorneys prefer Regulation D because it preempts state securities laws, provides clearer legal standards and offers stronger protection against lawsuits. Section 4(a)(2) remains useful mainly for single-investor … Read more