Insights

Data is a powerful driver of innovation and a potential source of significant legal exposure. Proactive governance, thoughtful contracting, and attention to ethics and privacy can help businesses unlock the value of data while minimizing the risks.

Congress has passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, introducing signficant changes to renewable energy tax incentives, including revised timelines for wind and solar credits, corrected domestic content thresholds, and new eligibility rules tied to foreign involvement. The Act narrows certain provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act and adds compliance considerations for projects involving foreign-manufactured components or influence.

Washington has enacted statewide rent control through House Bill 1217, capping annual rent increases, requiring rent parity across lease types, and extending notice periods for rent hikes. The law, which includes exemptions for new construction and nonprofit housing, makes Washington the third state to adopt statewide rent regulation after Oregon and California.

The U.S. Treasury has issued a new rule narrowing the Corporate Transparency Act’s scope, exempting U.S.-formed entities from beneficial ownership reporting requirements.

On March 20, 2025, President Trump signed Executive Order 14241 to promote domestic mineral production for national security, building on prior Executive Orders declaring a national energy emergency and prioritizing American energy.

CAISO has released its Draft Final Proposal for Interconnection Process Enhancements 5.0, introducing targeted reforms to streamline project interconnections ahead of Cluster 16. The proposal includes changes to scoring criteria, deliverability caps, and queue management, aiming to improve fairness, reduce congestion, and reflect evolving procurement needs. Stakeholder feedback is due by November 3, with final approval expected in March 2026.

Understanding your rights, policy limits, and legal options is essential in securing the protection you need—here’s what every policyholder should know.

Being well-prepared is crucial for companies facing potential litigation, especially during the discovery process.

Stoel Rives LLP today announced that 121 of its attorneys were selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® directory, including more than half of the firm’s partners. Additionally, 44 attorneys were named to Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America rankings. Eleven attorneys were also named to Best Lawyers’ “Lawyer of the Year” list.