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Published on Feb 3, 2026

California DFPI Seeks Comment on Potential Registration and Supervision of Consumer Reporting Agencies

The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) is sharpening its focus on the credit reporting ecosystem. On January 12, 2026, the DFPI issued a second invitation for public comment, seeking input on whether consumer reporting …

Source: JD Supra - California - Neutral
Published on 04:24 GMT

Trevor James Potter: Tradie issued warning by Consumer Protection accused of stealing and not finishing works

A serial fraudster tradie has again been accused of ripping off WA homeowners by taking their deposits without delivering the work or issuing refunds. Warnbro man Trevor James Potter, trading as Ritefix Property Services, has racked up 15 new complaints …

Source: The West Australian - Center-right
Published on Feb 3, 2026

Center for Disability & Elder Law to Celebrate 2026 'Light Up the Loop' Winter Awards Benefit

The Center for Disability & Elder Law (CDEL) will host the 2026 “Light Up the Loop” Winter Awards Benefit on Feb. 26th to celebrate its annual award recipients. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Center for …

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Published on 01:43 GMT

Should We Have a National Earned Wage Access Law?

Solveig Singleton Earned wage access (EWA) programs allow employees to access their already-earned wages before payday. Employer-sponsored EWA programs are typically funded by fees paid by the employee, the employer, or both. Fintech-sponsored direct-to- …

Source: Cato Institute - Washington D.C. - Indeterminate
Published on Feb 3, 2026

Consumer Alert and Industry Alert: Attorney General James Warns New Yorkers of Potential Harms of Sports Betting and ...

NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today issued a consumer alert warning New Yorkers of the risks posed by prediction markets, online platforms offering bets masquerading as “event contracts” on the outcomes of political elections, sporting …

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Published on Feb 3, 2026

Consumer Reports applauds Virginia Senate for advancing key location privacy bill

Richmond, VA – The Virginia Senate voted unanimously today to pass SB 338, legislation to amend the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act to ban the sale of consumers’ precise geolocation data. Consumer Reports recently led a coalition of privacy and …

Source: Consumer Reports - Pending
Published on Feb 3, 2026

Petition to kill Ohio intoxicating hemp ban, other marijuana law changes passes Attorney...

The referendum is specifically aimed at repealing the first three sections of Senate Bill 56, which was passed at the end of last year to make a list of changes to Ohio’s recreational marijuana laws, and limit the sale of intoxicating hemp products to …

Source: Journal News - Ohio - Pending
Published on 05:11 GMT

Michigan's marijuana black market challenges state's law enforcement

By MADISON MERRELL Capital News Service LANSING – The state legalized personal use of marijuana in hopes that it would decrease the amount of illegal use and distribution. However, problems with the black market have increased with the ease of getting …

Source: City Pulse - Michigan - Pending
Published on 00:42 GMT

L.A.'s Anti-Rent Gouging Laws Go Unused Despite Fire Victims' Needs

Los Angeles County's new anti-rent gouging laws, created to protect fire victims from housing price spikes, remain largely unused according to a new report released Tuesday. The report from grassroots organization The Rent Brigade reveals that despite …

Source: KFI AM 640 - California - Pending
Published on 06:47 GMT

Constitutional – Eye Care Consumer Protection Law – Legitimate Government Interest

The Eye Care Consumer Protection Law does not violate substantive due process or equal protection. We affirmed the statute’s constitutionality and the judgment in favor of the state and intervenors. The South Carolina Supreme Court affirmed the circuit …

Source: South Carolina Lawyers Weekly - Pending
Published on 04:03 GMT

<![CDATA[PBM Reforms Signed Into Law, Reshaping Medicare Part D Drug Pricing Transparency]]>

Tuesday afternoon, the House of Representatives voted in favor of a spending bill that includes major pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) reforms aimed at increasing price transparency for consumers and potentially reducing out-of-pocket pharmacy costs. Hours …

Source: The American Journal of Managed Care - Neutral
Published on 01:15 GMT

Online shopping and e-commerce fraud: Consumers advised to verify websites before making purchases

KARACHI: In view of the rising incidents of online shopping and e-commerce fraud, an awareness workshop was held at the Karachi Press Club under its auspices, in collaboration with Daraz Pakistan. The session focused on emerging methods of online fraud, …

Source: Business Recorder - Neutral
Published on 00:15 GMT

Mastering SEO and Digital Marketing for Family Law Practices

photo courtesy: depositphotos.com Family law practices operate in a unique legal landscape, where clients often seek not just expertise but also empathy and trust. In today’s digital-first world, most potential clients begin their search for legal …

Source: South Florida Caribbean News - Neutral
Published on 06:57 GMT

Senator Riccelli proposes fee hike to bolster Washington's Lemon Law

OLYMPIA, Wash. — A new bill by Senator Marcus Riccelli (D-Spokane) aims to increase the arbitration fee collected on the registration of each new motor vehicle from $3 to $6. This fee supports the New Motor Vehicle Arbitration Account, which funds the …

Source: KHQ - Washington State - Neutral
Published on Feb 3, 2026

PayPal says Buy Now, Pay Later ‘continues to grow’ as consumers are pinched

As consumers struggle with the higher cost of living, including in Canada, PayPal says demand “continues to grow rapidly” for Buy Now, Pay Later to make purchases. PayPal is a digital payments platform that allows businesses and consumers to send and …

Source: Global News - Neutral
Published on Feb 3, 2026

GUEST BLOG: Talk Liberation – Code versus conscience: When AI operates outside ethics and law

This guest column surveys a growing pattern: artificial intelligence systems being deployed faster than ethical frameworks, legal accountability, or democratic oversight can keep up. Across government, healthcare, transport, and surveillance, the same …

Source: The Daily Blog - Indeterminate
Published on Feb 3, 2026

New regulations spark fears of price hikes for consumers

A worker at Naivas Supermarket Imaara mall arranging fruits on display. [Wilberforce Okwiri,Standard] Kenyans may soon pay significantly higher prices for consumer goods as the country moves to enforce new Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations …

Source: The Standard - Indeterminate
Published on Feb 3, 2026

Is it illegal to make online videos of someone without their consent? The law on covert filming

Imagine a stranger starts chatting with you on a train platform or in a shop. The exchange feels ordinary. Later, it appears online, edited as “dating advice” and framed to invite sexualised commentary. Your face, and an interaction you didn’t know was …

Source: The Conversation - Neutral
Published on Feb 3, 2026

Airlines win challenge to appeals court ruling on consumer fee disclosures

WASHINGTON – A federal appeals court on Tuesday agreed to set aside its ruling last year that the U.S. Transportation Department had authority to require airlines to fully disclose fees upfront when passengers book flights. The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of …

Source: The Daily Record - Maryland - Pending

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 16:49 GMT

5 Under the Radar AI Infrastructure Startups Powering the Consumer AI Boom

From real time voice AI to generative media, these five startups are building the inference layer powering the next wave of consumer AI applications. SAN FRANCISCO, DE, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As enterprise AI …

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Published on February 4, 2026 - 07:03 GMT

Chinese Top 3 Food Packaging Automation Manufacturers in 2026: Leading the Global Market with Smarter, Safer Packaging

Pioneering Innovation in Food Packaging Automation: How China’s Top 3 Manufacturers are Revolutionizing the Industry with Advanced Technology and Sustainability CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, February 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hangzhou, 2026 — The …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Altia Announces ISO 26262 Tool Qualification from UL Solutions, Strengthening Safety-Critical Automotive Development

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Altia, a leader in user interface tools and services, today announced that its Altia Safety Monitor has received an ISO 26262:2018 tool qualification certificate from UL …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Automotive Industry ...
Published on February 3, 2026 - 22:12 GMT

Consumer Alert and Industry Alert: Attorney General James Warns New Yorkers of Potential Harms of Sports Betting and ...

NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today issued a consumer alert warning New Yorkers of the risks posed by prediction markets, online platforms offering bets masquerading as “event contracts” on the outcomes of political elections, sporting …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 10:09 GMT

Global Plastic Protective Packaging Industry Outlook to 2036: Strategic Insights for R&D, Expansion

Global Plastic Protective Packaging Market Projected to Reach New Heights by 2036 Amid E-commerce Surge and Material Innovation ROCKVILLE, MD, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global plastic protective packaging …

Distribution channels: Chemical Industry ...
Published on February 3, 2026 - 19:43 GMT

Men Balance Pro: How the "Triple-Action Formula" is Revolutionizing Men's Wellness Support (2026 Consumer Report)

New York City, NY, Feb. 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Public interest in natural approaches to male vitality, prostate comfort, and hormonal balance is at an all-time high in 2026, driven by increased awareness of aging-related changes, lifestyle stress …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 19:28 GMT

Retina Clear: How the "Red Root Hack" Supplement is Revolutionizing Vision Support (2026 Consumer Report)

New York City, NY, Feb. 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Public interest in natural approaches to visual comfort and clarity is at an all-time high in 2026, driven by increased screen use, environmental factors, and a shift toward proactive wellness. Retina …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 18:56 GMT

Gelatine Sculpt (2026 CONSUMER REPORT): Liquid Metabolism Formula Gains Attention as "Bariatric Jelly" Alternative for ...

New York City, NY, Feb. 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The weight management industry in 2026 is witnessing a fundamental shift. As pharmaceutical GLP-1 agonists dominate headlines and medical conversations, a parallel movement has emerged among consumers …

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Published on February 4, 2026 - 06:23 GMT

California Court Appoints Stephen J. Donell as Receiver in Kent Tran v. Utomo Tani, Case No. 23STCV08305

On 09/24/25, LA Superior Court appointed Stephen J. Donell as Receiver in Kent Tran v. Utomo Tani, Case No. 23STCV08305. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Superior Court of the State of California …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 21:28 GMT

Center for Disability & Elder Law to Celebrate 2026 'Light Up the Loop' Winter Awards Benefit

The Center for Disability & Elder Law (CDEL) will host the 2026 “Light Up the Loop” Winter Awards Benefit on Feb. 26th to celebrate its annual award recipients. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Center for …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 21:00 GMT

Canada Expands Citizenship-by-Descent Rights with Bill C-3 — 'Lost Canadians' Reinstated and New Framework for Future

Canada has expanded citizenship-by-descent, restoring status to thousands and modernizing how citizenship passes to future generations. CALGARY, ALBERTA, CANADA, February 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As of December 15, 2025, significant …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 20:24 GMT

INSPIRED HEALTHCARE CAPITAL BANKRUPTCY IMPACTS INSPIRED FUNDS AND DST INVESTORS

Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes for a Free and Confidential Consultation to Discuss Pursuing a Potential Recovery of Your IHC Losses NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on February 3, 2026 - 19:29 GMT

Creator Couples Split: Navigating the Complexities of Shared Followers and Tangled Revenue Streams

Influencer divorces bring costly breakups; Attorney Hossein Berenji advises creator couples lack clear legal rules for dividing digital assets. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Influencer divorces are surging into …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 18:25 GMT

Judge Dedra Davis on Modernizing Justice, Expanding Access, and Leading Harris County’s Civil Courts

A candid interview with Judge Dedra Davis on courtroom reform, access to justice, and her record-setting leadership in Texas civil courts. TX, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Judge Dedra Davis, presiding judge of the 270th …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 18:12 GMT

Injury Care Solutions Group: Win High-Value Case with Integrated Medical-Legal Expertise

Expert litigation support and life care planning for complex injury, medical malpractice, and pharmaceutical cases, led by Dr. Greg Vigna LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Injury Care Solutions Group is a …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 17:01 GMT

Beacon Hill Solutions Group Featured in Legal Recruiter Directory Spotlight for Insight D.C.’s Competitive Legal Market

Recruiter Spotlight highlights hiring pressure, candidate expectations, and market uncertainty shaping legal recruiting in the nation’s capital. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Beacon Hill Solutions Group, a …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 17:00 GMT

High Rise Financial Expands Legal Funding Services to Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Utah

Expansion brings transparent, non-recourse pre-settlement funding to plaintiffs and law firms across three new states. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- High Rise Financial LLC, a trusted leader in pre- …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 17:00 GMT

Voice of the Veteran CHMN Peter Palivos Receives U.S. Army’s Highest Civilian Honor-Distinguished Public Service Medal

Voice of the Veteran Chairman Peter Palivos Receives U.S. Army’s Highest Civilian Honor- "Distinguished Public Service Medal" presented by General Poppas HENDERSON, NV, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- History was …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 16:56 GMT

Community Association Attorney Julie McGhee Howard Receives 2026 Don Buck Lifetime Contribution Award

Community Associations Institute Recognizes Career-Long Leadership Shaping Governance, Advocacy, and the Future of Community Associations FALLS CHURCH, VA, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Julie McGhee Howard, Esq., a …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 16:46 GMT

Lloyd & Mousilli Expands U.S. Presence with New Location in Coral Gables

Lloyd & Mousilli, a boutique law firm specializing in tech, IP and startup law, announces the opening of its new location in Coral Gables, Florida. CORAL GABLES, FL, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lloyd & Mousilli, …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 16:40 GMT

Legal Recruiter Directory Publishes Recruiter Spotlight Featuring Abshire Legal Search

Recruiter Spotlight highlights Jordan Abshire’s perspective on hiring trends, cultural fit, and strategic planning in Raleigh and Charlotte. RALEIGH AND CHARLOTTE, NC, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Abshire Legal Search, a North …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 16:01 GMT

NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS OF TODD CIRELLA AND JASON RUSSO OF LAIDLAW & CO. WHO SUFFERED INVESTMENT LOSSES

Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes for a Free and Confidential Consultation to Discuss Potential Recovery of Your Investment Losses BEVERLY HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

Karns & Karns Personal Injury and Accident Attorneys Expansion into Arizona with New Phoenix and Scottsdale Offices

Award-winning law firm expands to Arizona, providing specialized legal representation for car accidents, rideshare injuries, and complex abuse cases PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Karns & Karns Personal …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

SKLAR KIRSH ADDS JOSEPH O’HARA AS OF COUNSEL IN ITS CORPORATE PRACTICE

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sklar Kirsh LLP announced today that Joe O’Hara has joined the firm as Of Counsel in its Corporate Department. Joe brings extensive experience advising private companies, …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

Employer Advocates Group publica guía sobre cumplimiento laboral en California

Guía integral para empleadores de California que explica obligaciones laborales clave, cumplimiento normativo y estrategias para reducir riesgos legales. LAKE FOREST, CA, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Employer Advocates …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

Rivas & Associates Expands Defense Strategy With Federal Habeas Litigation

Rivas & Associates Announces Expanded Defense Strategy Through Federal Habeas Litigation, Adding Protection for Detained Immigrants Throughout the United States TULSA, OK, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rivas & …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 15:58 GMT

NOTICE TO NORTHSTAR GLOBAL VIP INVESTORS AND CUSTOMERS OF CETERA BROKER CATHY WU

Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes for a Free and Confidential Consultation to Discuss Potential Recovery of Your Investment Losses BEVERLY HILLS, FL, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 15:57 GMT

NOTICE TO OSAIC CUSTOMERS REGARDING ALTERNATIVE INVESTMENT LOSSES

Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes for a Free and Confidential Consultation to Discuss Potential Recovery of Your Investment Losses NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and securities …

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