Category: Law and Legislation

Supreme Court Appears Skeptical of Falun Gong Lawsuit Against Cisco

The New York Times – Business:
The court’s decision could have broader implications for lawsuits seeking to hold companies liable for international human rights abuses.
Supreme Court Appears Divided Over Roundup Weedkiller Case

The New York Times – Business:
The case could help determine the future of thousands of lawsuits against the maker of a popular herbicide over claims that it causes cancer.
Thousands of EV Car Leases Are Ending Soon, Giving Buyers a More Affordable Option

The New York Times – Business:
The leases on hundreds of thousands of battery-powered cars and trucks will end in the next three years, and many will end up on used-car lots.
As Trump Officials Pushed Health Savings Accounts, Kennedy Aide Had Wellness Company Stake

The New York Times – Business:
Calley Means remained president of a company that relied on health savings accounts last year as the Trump administration developed policies to expand them.
Congress May Finally Recognize That Mobile Homes Aren’t Really That Mobile

The New York Times – Business:
An obscure federal rule requires manufactured homes to be built on a chassis, making them more costly. A bill in Congress would remove the mandate, enacted five decades ago.
A $440,000 Breast Reduction: How Doctors Cashed In on the No Surprises Act and Arbitration

The New York Times – Business:
A law meant to end surprise medical billing accidentally created a multibillion-dollar industry that is making doctors richer.
Are Democrats Becoming a Party of Tax Cuts?

The New York Times – Business:
As Democrats try to find a way back to power in Washington, some see tax cuts as a quick and easy way to address affordability. The wonks are freaking out.
Are Democrats Becoming a Party of Tax Cuts?

The New York Times – Business:
As Democrats try to find a way back to power in Washington, some see tax cuts as a quick and easy way to address affordability. The wonks are freaking out.
White House and Crypto Industry Fight Bank Lobby Over Stablecoin Income

The New York Times – Business:
The Trump administration backed a proposal for stablecoin issuers to offer yield to investors.
Parents Who Borrowed for Children’s College Face Looming Deadline

The New York Times – Business:
New rules mean that parent PLUS loans have to be consolidated into a new loan by June 30 for parents to keep affordable payments. But the deadline is really earlier to allow time for processing.
Republicans Seek Protections for Oil Giants Against Climate Lawsuits

The New York Times – Business:
Utah passed a law to insulate oil companies against efforts to make them pay for their role in global warming. A nationwide version is in the works.
Democrats Examine Elon Musk’s Role in Suspension of Business Disclosure Law

The New York Times – Business:
Lawmakers have asked the Treasury Department for information on how Mr. Musk may have influenced the decision to end enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act.