Matthew T. Wagman

Maryland lawmakers failed to pass legislation during the recent General Assembly session that would have implemented sweeping changes to the use in Maryland of polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known “forever chemicals.” House Bill 1022, which was withdrawn before the end of the legislative session, would have, among other measures: Expanded product bans for specified consumer products that contain intentionally added PFAS chemicals Required manufacturers to register their products that contain intentionally added PFAS chemicals with the Maryland Department of the Environment by Jan.

Many people use AI tools in their daily lives without a second thought. In fact, many of us have ChatGPT aiding our searches on our personal phones. But a federal judge in New York recently found during a criminal trial that conversations with AI tools were not protected by attorney-client privilege. This decision is believed to be a first-of-its-kind ruling that could have significant ramifications for potential waivers of attorney-client privilege. According to prosecutors’ filings, the defendant, charged with securities and