Originally published in The Advocate, the magazine of the Idaho State Bar (October 2025).
Imagine you’re running late for a flight. You get into the TSA line, which snakes longer than expected. People fumble with their countless carry-ons, one person argues about the “new” twenty-year-old liquid restriction, and you worry you’ll miss your departure—yet you wouldn’t…
Data is fueling innovation like never before. From AI development to strategic decision-making, high-quality data is a powerful business asset. However, it also comes with significant legal considerations. Privacy laws, intellectual property rights, and ethical obligations are all evolving quickly, and businesses must stay ahead of the curve.
We’ve written about three areas companies should…
Telemedicine Risks Have Evolved
In the early days of telemedicine, lawyers routinely counseled physicians on the “big risks,” which included:
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In the world of AI, a month is an eternity. In my last article (https://www.stoelprivacyblog.com/2025/06/articles/ai/ai-legislative-developments-early-days-or-tipping-point/), just over a month ago, I wrote about the much-discussed proposed 10-year moratorium on the enforcement of state AI laws. Ultimately, the Senate voted against it, and the House passed the Senate version of the tax and spending…
If tracking AI legislation is giving you whiplash, you’re not the only one.
In February, I wrote about the 24-Hour AI News Cycle: https://www.stoelprivacyblog.com/2025/02/articles/ai/the-24-hour-ai-news-cycle-keeping-up-with-legal-and-regulatory-developments/. February is ancient history, and the AI news cycle has become even further compressed since then.
Now, at the end of June, we stand at a crossroads. H.R. 1 (“One…
As AI tools and modern communication platforms become increasingly embedded in corporate operations, the DOJ Antitrust Division has released an updated Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Programs in Criminal Antitrust Investigations, marking a significant expansion in DOJ expectations around artificial intelligence, ephemeral messaging, and data-driven monitoring.
This updated guidance provides a clearer roadmap for what the…
As businesses race to adopt Artificial Intelligence, the insurance industry is navigating a fast-evolving and complex web of risks. From bodily injury to securities fraud, AI is triggering claims that span nearly every corner of liability coverage. In this post, insurance litigator Seth explores the fast-moving intersection of AI and insurance—and why companies need to…
AI is making waves across construction—from analyzing specs and drawings to automating scheduling and productivity tracking. But alongside efficiency gains come legal and operational risks that can’t be ignored.
Understanding how AI tools function—and where they fall short—is critical for managing liability on today’s projects.
Key Legal Considerations Around AI Use in Construction:
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In the beginning of March, I gave a presentation on AI legal developments. One of the attendees astutely pointed out that the current legal framework seems to focus on B2C use cases. I agreed. The focus is consumer protection. About 10 days later, I spoke at an AI contracting livestreaming event. Preparing for it gave…
AI is evolving at a breakneck pace, making it increasingly difficult for businesses and legal professionals to track critical developments. Whether you’re an AI model developer, deployer, investor, or infrastructure provider, staying informed on AI’s risks and benefits requires a strategic approach. This article explores key AI regulatory trends and offers a framework for organizations…
