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Supreme Court Allows NIH Grant Terminations, Creating A Potential Hurdle For Future Litigation
On Thursday, August 21, the Supreme Court issued an order in National Institutes of Health [NIH] v. American Public Health Association allowing NIH to terminate more than a thousand research grants that were cancelled earlier this year under President Trump's executive orders (EOs) targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), gender identity, and COVID-19 research.
President Trump Signs Sweeping Executive Order Asserting Heightened Control Over Federal Grants
On August 7, President Trump issued a sweeping executive order (EO), titled Improving Oversight of Federal Grantmaking (and an accompanying fact sheet), which directs all federal agencies to make major changes to the federal grantmaking process that will give the White House greater control over who receives federal funding, how federal dollars are spent, and when agencies may terminate existing awards.
States Challenge New Federal Restrictions On Benefits For Noncitizens, Suing HHS And Other Agencies
On July 21, a group of 21 state attorneys general sued four federal agencies challenging new interpretations of an immigration law restricting noncitizens' access to certain public benefits.1 The Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA) restricts noncitizen eligibility for "federal public benefits," including federally funded programs operated by states or other entities.
Executive Order To Combat Street Homelessness Calls For Expanding Involuntary Treatment And Institutionalization
Overview On July 24, President Trump issued an executive order (EO), Ending Crime and Disorder on America's Streets, and accompanying directing federal agencies to support broad enforcement actions against homelessness, with a focus on institutionalizing individuals experiencing homelessness who have mental illness or substance use disorders (SUDs).
Meeting Unmet Needs: An Expanded View Of Community Benefits
Whenever comparisons are made between health care spending in the United States and other western countries, U.S. expenditures are for being multiples of those observed in Europe and elsewhere. Those international differentials narrow considerably, however, when the combination of health care, public health, and social services spending is considered.
Executive Order Seeks To Outlaw Gender Affirming Care For All Under Age 19 In U.S.
On January 28, 2025, President Trump issued an Executive Order (EO) —titled Protecting Children from Chemical and Surgical Mutilation—directing all Executive Branch agencies to work toward shutting off access to gender affirming care (GAC) nationwide for all children and youth under the age of 19.1 While the EO does not immediately change any rules or regulations, it announces as "policy of the United States that it will not fund, sponsor, promote, assist, or support the so-called...
Hospitals And Other Health Care Sites Are No Longer Protected Areas-Here Are Your Next Steps
On January 21, Acting Department of Homeland Security Secretary Benjamine Huffman rescinded long-standing Department of Homeland Security policy that designated certain sites (such as hospitals and health care facilities) as "protected areas" or "sensitive locations" where immigration enforcement was to be avoided.
Do No Harm: Will The Health Policy Commission's New Power Hurt Or Help MA's Health Care System?
Overview Last week, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey signed H.4654 (An Act Enhancing the Market Review Process). Touted by the Governor and legislature as filling loopholes that contributed to the collapse of the Steward Health Care System, the new law includes the largest expansion of authority for the Massachusetts Health Policy Commission's (HPC) since its creation in 2012.
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Texas Attorney General Paxton Sued A New York Abortion Provider. What Next ?
Overview Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (the "AG") recently filed a first-of-its-kind civil suit in Texas state court against a New York physician, Dr. Margaret Carpenter, for allegedly "providing abortion-inducing drugs to Texans through telehealth." The case raises several important legal questions, including: (1) whether the Texas AG can force Dr. Carpenter to litigate in a Texas court without any factual allegations of specific contacts between Dr. Carpenter and Texas; (2) whether...
Level Unlocked: Insurance Recovery Options for Video Game Manufacturers Facing Video Game Addiction Lawsuits | JD Supra
In the last few years, the video game industry has been hit with lawsuits accusing certain games of fostering addictive behaviors, especially among younger players. These lawsuits often cite features like loot boxes, microtransactions, and reward systems, which are designed to enhance player engagement, as in-game mechanisms that push players toward compulsive play and psychological harm.
Texas Attorney General Settles Deceptive Marketing Allegations Against Health Care AI Company | JD Supra
On September 18, 2024, the Texas Attorney General announced a settlement with Pieces Technologies, a Dallas-based artificial intelligence technology company that markets its software to hospitals and other health care facilities. This settlement is important because: This is the first state attorney general settlement involving deceptive marketing of AI software.
Massachusetts Attorney General Issues Advisory On Artificial Intelligence
United States: Massachusetts Attorney General Issues Advisory On Artificial Intelligence 30 April 2024 Manatt, Phelps & Phillips LLP To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com. On April 16, 2024, the Massachusetts Attorney General (AG) published an Attorney General Advisory on the Application of the Commonwealth's Consumer Protection, Civil Rights, and Data Privacy Laws to Artificial Intelligence.
Massachusetts Attorney General Issues Advisory on Artificial Intelligence | JD Supra
On April 16, 2024, the Massachusetts Attorney General (AG) published an Attorney General Advisory on the Application of the Commonwealth’s Consumer Protection, Civil Rights, and Data Privacy Laws to Artificial Intelligence. The Advisory warns businesses “that existing state laws and regulations apply” to artificial intelligence (AI) and algorithmic decision-making systems in the same way as they apply to other laws.
Behavioral Health
On November 24, the Massachusetts Division of Insurance (DOI) published revisions to its managed care consumer protection regulation, including new requirements related to health care provider directories, telehealth and behavioral health coverage. The Provider Directory Regulation follows a 2019 Massachusetts law that required commercial health plans to "ensure the accuracy" of information in their directories of in-network health care providers and a 2020 task force that studied the issue.
MA Issues New Insurance Regulation on Provider Directories, Telehealth & Behavioral Health Parity | JD Supra
On November 24, the Massachusetts Division of Insurance (DOI) published revisions to its managed care consumer protection regulation, including new requirements related to health care provider directories, telehealth and behavioral health coverage. The Provider Directory Regulation follows a 2019 Massachusetts law that required commercial health plans to “ensure the accuracy” of information in their directories of in-network health care providers and a 2020 task force that studied the issue.
Massachusetts AG Proposes Rule Regulating
On November 30, Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell (the "AGO") unveiled a new proposed rule regulating "junk fees" and consumer subscriptions (the "Proposed Rule").
Federal Court Finally Issues an Opinion Analyzing LEG 3 (and It’s a Win for Policyholders) | JD Supra
The London Engineering Group’s LEG 3 exclusion—one of three standard form provisions issued by the London Engineering Group addressing coverage arising from construction or design defects—is an increasingly common defects exclusion found in Builder’s Risk and other policies covering projects under construction.
Federal Court Finally Issues an Opinion Analyzing LEG 3 (and It’s a Win for Policyholders)
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Massachusetts AG Proposes Rule Regulating “Junk Fees” and Subscriptions | JD Supra
On November 30, Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell (the “AGO”) unveiled a new proposed rule regulating “junk fees” and consumer subscriptions (the “Proposed Rule”).
[Webinar] 2023 Health Care Enforcement Trends: Spotlight on Consumer Protection, Antitrust and Fraud - December 13th, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET | JD Supra
In a recent speech, a senior official at the U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division noted that “in U.S. antitrust enforcement and competition policy, there is no more important question than what can we do to safeguard competition in the health care industry.” Consistent with this sentiment, 2023 has witnessed an increase in investigations and enforcement actions in the health care industry by state and federal law enforcers, including State Attorneys General, the Federal Trade...
Lloyd’s of London Requires Insurers to Add Exclusions to Limit Coverage for State-Backed Cyberattacks | JD Supra
As discussed in a previous post, cyber insurance demand and premiums have significantly increased in recent years. Fitch Ratings forecasts that cyber-related premiums could balloon to $22.5 billion by 2025. Those increases presumably reflect considerable claims activity, including in connection with liabilities arising from war and state-backed cyberattacks.
Lloyd’s of London Requires Insurers to Add Exclusions to Limit Coverage for State-Backed Cyberattacks
As discussed in a previous post, cyber insurance demand and premiums have significantly increased in recent years. Fitch Ratings forecasts that cyber-related premiums could balloon to $22.5 billion by 2025. Those increases presumably reflect considerable claims activity, including in connection with liabilities arising from war and state-backed cyberattacks.
DentalMaster Introduces Revolutionary Cloud-Based 3D Interactive Technology for Patient Treatment Planning and Education
DentalMaster, a leading provider of dental solutions, announces the launch of its new 3D Interactive technology KNOKKE, BELGIUM, March 1, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ -- DentalMaster, a leading provider of dental solutions, announces the launch of its new cloud-based 3D Interactive technology for patient treatment planning and education. This innovative technology will revolutionize the way dental professionals approach patient education and case acceptance.
Sooners in NFL: Former OU quarterback Kyler Murray, Arizona Cardinals fall 25-24 to Los Angeles Chargers
Former Oklahoma quarterback Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals (4-8) suffered a 25-24 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers (6-5) on Sunday. Murray completed 18-of-29 passes for 191 yards with two touchdowns and one interception. He also carried the ball seven times for 56 yards and a touchdown. Late in the first quarter, Murray connected with Deandre Hopkins for a 33-yard score to take a 7-0 lead.
Sooners in the NFL: Former OU quarterback Jalen Hurts scores 3 touchdowns, but suffers 1st loss of season
Former Oklahoma quarterback Jalen Hurts completed 17-of-26 passes for 175 yards and two touchdowns with one interception in the Philadelphia Eagles’ 32-21 loss to the Washington Commanders on Monday. He also added 28 rushing yards and a rushing touchdown on six carries in the Eagles' first loss of the season. Hurts started strong with a one-yard rushing touchdown to give the Eagles a 7-0 lead in the first quarter.
Sooners in the NFL: Former OU quarterback Kyler Murray tosses 2 touchdowns in Cardinals' loss to Seahawks
Former Oklahoma quarterback Kyler Murray completed 25-of-35 passes for 175 yards and two touchdowns in the Arizona Cardinals’ 31-21 loss to the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday. He also added 60 rushing yards. Arizona (3-6) started strong with Murray completing a 22-yard touchdown pass to DeAndre Hopkins, giving them a 7-3 lead near the end of the first quarter. But the Seahawks (6-3) bounced back in the second quarter with a touchdown to take a 10-7 halftime lead.
Sooners in NFL: Former OU wide receiver Marquise Brown to miss time with foot injury, per report
Former Oklahoma and current Arizona Cardinals receiver Marquise Brown suffered a foot injury Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks that could see him miss about six weeks, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The injury happened late in the fourth quarter After the game, Brown was seen in a walking boot. Rapoport reported Brown's foot isn't as bad as was initially thought following his MRI. ESPN's Adam Schefter previously reported Brown could possibly miss the entire season prior to his MRI.
Sooners in NFL: Former OU quarterback Kyler Murray, Arizona Cardinals fall 20-17 to Philadelphia Eagles
Former Oklahoma quarterback Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals (2-3) fell to the Philadelphia Eagles (5-0) 20-17 on Sunday. Murray finished the game 28-of-42 passing for 250 yards with one touchdown and one interception. He also ran the ball four times for 42 yards. The Eagles scored a touchdown in the first quarter and another early in the second quarter to take a 14-0 lead in the first half.
Sooners in NFL: Kyler Murray scores 3 touchdowns in victory, Jalen Hurts leads Eagles to 4-0 record in Week 4
Thirty-one former Sooners participated in Week 4 NFL action. Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray defeated former Sooners teammate and fellow Heisman Trophy winner Baker Mayfield and the Carolina Panthers while Jalen Hurts continued to shine leading the Philadelphia Eagles to a 4-0 record. Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon and Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb also scored a touchdown each for their respective teams.
Sooners in NFL: Baker Mayfield leads Panthers to 1st victory of season in 22-14 win over Saints
Former Oklahoma quarterback Baker Mayfield and the Carolina Panthers (1-2) defeated the New Orleans Saints (1-2) 22-14 on Sunday. Mayfield threw for 170 yards on 12-of-25 completions. He also had one carry for a one yard loss. Mayfield’s lone score on the day came with 12 minutes left in the fourth quarter when he found Laviska Shenault who made several defenders miss en route to a 67 yard touchdown.
Sooners in NFL: Baker Mayfield struggles in loss, Kyler Murray leads Cardinals to overtime victory in Week 2
A total of 31 former Sooners participated in Week 2 of NFL action. Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray and Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts each contributed a touchdown and earned wins for their teams. Carolina Panthers quarterback Baker Mayfield continued to struggle in a loss to the New York Giants. Here’s a look at their performances: Baker Mayfield Mayfield and the Panthers fell to 0-2 in their 19-16 loss to the Giants.
Sooners in NFL: Jalen Hurts leads Philadelphia Eagles to 38-35 win over Detroit Lions
Former Oklahoma quarterback Jalen Hurts led the Philadelphia Eagles (1-0) to their first victory of the 2022 season with a 38-35 win over the Detroit Lions (0-1) on Sunday. Hurts finished the day 18 of 32 with 243 passing yards for an average of 7.6 yards per completion. On the ground, Hurts carried the ball 17 times for 90 yards and a touchdown for an average of 5.3 yards per carry.
Faulty Workmanship May Still Be Covered in Pennsylvania | JD Supra
If you were to look for a quick answer regarding whether a commercial general liability (CGL) policy covers damage resulting from faulty workmanship under Pennsylvania law, you’d likely come out believing the answer is “no.” Many article headlines, purported state surveys, and news reports come to that conclusion based on the general finding that faulty workmanship causing damages only to the work itself is not an “occurrence” under the standard CGL insurance policy definition.
Your CGL Policy May Provide Coverage for a Data Breach | JD Supra
As cybercrimes and data breaches continue to cause significant damage to companies of all types, policyholders are looking to their various insurance policies for coverage to help weather the storm and recoup losses. A recent decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit highlights the need for companies to review all of their policies for potential cyber-related coverage, including their CGL policies. In Landry’s Inc. v.
Is Contractual Privity Required for Additional Insured Status? Courts Are Divided. | JD Supra
In a previous post, we addressed blanket additional insured endorsements and the role they play in passing insurance obligations downstream. In short, the purpose of a “blanket” endorsement is to grant additional insured status to any company as required in a written contract with the named insured. This obligation often begins in the prime contract where the owner requires additional insured status on the general contractor’s insurance.
Is Contractual Privity Required for Additional Insured Status? Courts Are Divided.
In a previous post, we addressed blanket additional insured endorsements and the role they play in passing insurance obligations downstream. In short, the purpose of a “blanket” endorsement is to grant additional insured status to any company as required in a written contract with the named insured. This obligation often begins in the prime contract where the owner requires additional insured status on the general contractor’s insurance.
Local Gigs & Services: Apple/Mac computer consulting by an Apple-Certified Professional
This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own. Do you need Ultimate Apple Help? Whether you are a beginning Apple user needing some help getting started, or a Macintosh veteran trying to resolve complex technical issues, Eric Gold can provide the expertise and assistance you've been looking for. Eric works with clients of all ages, including seniors striving to become productive with computers for the first time.
Apple/Mac computer consulting by an Apple-Certified IT Consultant
This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own. Whether you are a beginning Apple user needing some help getting started, or a Macintosh veteran trying to resolve complex technical issues, Eric Gold can provide the expertise and assistance you've been looking for. Eric works with clients of all ages, including seniors striving to become productive with computers for the first time.
Apple computer consulting by an Apple-Certified IT Professional
This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own. 35 years of professional Apple/Macintosh consulting experience – both residential and small business. Comprehensive tech support and training for all Apple products, technologies, and services. If you use a Mac, iPhone, iPad or Apple Watch I can help you get the most out of your investment in these best-in-class devices and the excellent services that Apple provides.
Child Care in the Time of Corona
Can early education survive Covid-19 and come back stronger? by Eric Gold On March 23, Governor Kate Brown ordered many Oregon businesses to close to “flatten the curve” and prevent the spread of Covid-19, the illness caused by the novel coronavirus. “The week of Spring Break and the week before that were just wild,” says Savannah Turner, who runs The Nest Playschool in SE Portland, which normally cares for twenty-three infants and toddlers.
11th Circuit Finds Duty to Indemnify Is Not Ripe until Underlying Action Is Resolved | JD Supra
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Kentucky Supreme Court Stays in the Minority: Faulty Work Does Not Constitute an Occurrence | JD Supra
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Another Appellate Court Holds that Faulty Work Constitutes an Occurrence – This Time Under New York Law | JD Supra
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Abenomics Is Dead - Japanese Data Collapses Across The Board
With recent JPY strength not helping, last week ended on a down-note for Japan as its jobless rate ticked up from 3.1% to 3.3% (the biggest rise since January) and Household spending collapsed. However, as the last week of the year begins, things have not improved as a double whammy of awfulness just hit the shores of Abe's nation with retail sales (worst since the tsunami) and industrial production ugly and missing across the board.
Obama Scrambles To Create "New ISIS Narrative" After Putin Embarrasses Washington
One of the most amusing things about Russia’s headlong plunge into Syria’s five-year conflict is the extent to which it effectively represented Moscow calling time on Washington’s strategy of seeking to bring about regime change in the Mid-East by intentionally destabilizing otherwise strong (if not always benign) governments.
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HEALTH Home-birthing mothers sometimes avoid hospitals, even in emergencies. At Legacy Emanuel, doctors and midwives are working together to change that. 07/15/2014 By Jill Davis FEATURE Legacy Emanuel leads the way in bridging hostilities between the home-birth community and traditional hospitals—potentially saving lives along the way.
'Hawkish' Hilsenrath Confirms Fed Not Worried About Q1 Growth, Rate Hikes Coming
At a stunning pace of 608 words in just 4 minutes, The Wall Street Journal's Fed-Whisperer, Jon Hilsenrath, has proclaimed his "common knowledge" meme for today's FOMC statement. Confirming that officials "aren’t at this point alarmed about the first quarter slowdown," and in fact stating they are confident of spending picking up due to consumer sentiment (which just fell)...
Light A Fire 2007
THREE AUTUMNS AGO, Portland Monthly partnered with the Oregon Community Foundation and created the Light A Fire Awards to celebrate the achievements of the metropolitan area’s lesser-known charities, as well as the volunteers and benefactors who support them.
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