
South Korea's AI Basic Act became effective on January 22, 2026, imposing governance, transparency, and risk‑management duties on AI business operators, including employers that develop or deploy AI influencing workplace decisions. The law reaches beyond Korean borders, requiring entities that meet revenue, sales, or user thresholds to appoint a domestic representative and report to the Ministry of Science and ICT. High‑impact AI—covering recruitment, performance‑evaluation, and other HR tools—triggers notice, labeling, and safety obligations. Multinational firms with Korean staff must inventory systems, assess classification, and build AI governance to avoid regulatory and litigation exposure.

The Illinois Appellate Court ruled that staffing agencies are not liable under BIPA Section 15(b) because they did not acquire or possess biometric data, only facilitated its collection. The court affirmed summary judgment for the agencies and denied discovery, emphasizing...

Effective March 2026, New York’s Secure Choice Savings Program obligates private‑sector employers with ten or more New York employees and at least two years in business to either register for the state‑administered Roth IRA or certify an exemption. Registration requires using a unique...

The Department of Labor settled with Kaiser Foundation Health Plan for $28.3 million plus a $2.8 million penalty, mandating reforms to its mental‑health provider network. The Fifth Circuit, in Parrott v. International Bancshares, applied the effective vindication doctrine to strike down arbitration...
Arsenal, a private equity firm, has sold its portfolio company MaxHealth to CenterWell, a healthcare provider, in a strategic acquisition. The deal expands CenterWell's service offerings and marks a notable transaction in the healthcare private equity space.