The latest Federal Circuit Patent Watch examines recent precedential decisions affecting prior art, IPR proceedings, design patent infringement and preliminary injunction standards. Read WilmerHale's analysis: wilmerhale.law/4qMNoxm
Federal Circuit Patent Watch
Read a compilation of summaries and corresponding links to recent precedential opinions issued by the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.
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The SEC is proposing a significant new regulatory framework for crypto assets, and the details could affect how crypto companies raise capital, operate, and comply with securities laws. @wilmerhale.bsky.social lawyers explain what this means for market participants. wilmerhale.law/3SEAAfQ
A Step Towards Clarity: SEC Proposes Regulation Crypto Assets
On August 18, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC or Commission) proposed Regulation Crypto Assets, which would establish a regulatory framework for offerings of certain investment contracts involving crypto assets (Covered Investment Cont...
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What could a shift in the congressional balance of power mean for corporate oversight? In a recent interview with POLITICO, WilmerHale Partner Alyssa DaCunha discusses how executive privilege and congressional investigations can create complex challenges for companies. wilmerhale.law/4gLYM7Q
A recent $541.5 million DOJ settlement signals continued False Claims Act scrutiny of Medicare Advantage risk adjustment practices and provider risk-sharing arrangements. @wilmerhale.bsky.social lawyers examine key takeaways and considerations for healthcare organizations. wilmerhale.law/4clutUn
Recent DOJ Settlements Highlight False Claims Act Scrutiny of Medicare Advantage Providers
In recent weeks, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced three settlements of False Claims Act (FCA) matters--including a $541.5 million settlement just last week-- against healthcare providers partnering with Medicare Advantage plans for all...
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An FTC proposed enforcement policy statement puts personalized pricing on notice: disclose that a price is personalized, why, and what data drives it—or risk a Section 5 claim. Our blog unpacks what companies should do before the comment deadline. wilmerhale.law/4xlfa6o #FTC #PersonalizedPricing
FTC Issues Proposed Policy Statement on Personalized Pricing
FTC scrutiny of personalized pricing is increasing, prompting companies to strengthen disclosures, data practices and pricing transparency.
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When does a provisional application count for prior art purposes under the America Invents Act? A recent Federal Circuit decision offers important guidance. Our latest Patent Watch also covers design patent infringement & preliminary injunction standards. More here: https://wilmerhale.law/46t1Wsq
In our latest Privacy and Cybersecurity Law blog post, @kirkjnahra.bsky.social and team explain why the Seventh Circuit concluded that text messages are not "telephone calls" and what the ruling could mean for #TCPA litigation and compliance programs going forward. wilmerhale.law/4gk8PlF
Seventh Circuit Rules that Text Messages are not Telephone Calls Under TCPA's Private Right of Action
The Seventh Circuit's decision in Steidinger v. Blackstone Medical Services held that text messages are not “telephone calls” under the TCPA's private right of action for do-not-call violations, creating a potentially significant defense for businesses ...
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It just got riskier—and pricier—to be a data broker in California. The CPPA brought its first-ever enforcement actions under the Delete Act and hiked the registration fee to $9,500. @kirkjnahra.bsky.social, @wilmerhale.bsky.social lawyers share what companies need to know: wilmerhale.law/4xVAPlK
California Data Broker Updates
California is raising the stakes through its continuing enforcement activities involving data brokers.
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The SEC has shifted its approach to shareholder proposals, and it could reshape the upcoming proxy season. Division of Corporation Finance staff will no longer weigh in on requests to exclude proposals from proxy materials. Read what public companies need to know: wilmerhale.law/4bPchlO
SEC Announces Withdrawal From Rule 14a-8 Shareholder Proposal Process
SEC staff will no longer respond to Rule 14a-8 no-action requests, though companies must still notify the SEC when excluding proposals.
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Connecticut has significantly expanded the reach of its data privacy law, introducing new requirements related to data sales, geolocation data and data broker registration. kirkjnahra.bsky.social, @wilmerhale.bsky.social attorneys explore changes in this recent blog: http://wilmerhale.law/4w9ss4F
Connecticut Amends Its Data Privacy Act to Increase Data Protections
Amendments to Connecticut’s comprehensive privacy law, the Data Privacy Act (“CTDPA”), recently took effect through Senate Bill 1295 (“SB 1295”), which expands the applicability of the CTDPA to entiti...
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Privacy risks are evolving alongside technology. Partner Kirk Nahra (kirkjnahra.bsky.social) discussed the regulatory trends, emerging technologies and compliance challenges at HCCA's Thinking About Healthcare Privacy in 2026 program. Learn more: wilmerhale.law/4pMXXzZ #HCCA #HealthCarePrivacy
As healthcare tech advances, Partner Kirk Nahra joined Practising Law Institute (PLI) to explore why many organizations struggle to align innovation with an increasingly complex healthcare privacy landscape. Learn more: wilmerhale.law/4wVF5AZ #HealthTech #DataPrivacy