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"Legal Storm in New York: Retailers Challenge New Law Aimed at Combatting Surveillance Pricing"

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New York is at the center of a legal battle regarding the ethics of personalized pricing in retail, triggered by the introduction of the Preventing Algorithmic Pricing Discrimination Act. This legislation mandates that businesses disclose to consumers when pricing is determined using personal data, including shopping habits and location details. The core message, stating, “This price was set by an algorithm using your personal data,” has ignited controversy within the retail sector. The National Retail Federation (NRF) last month filed a lawsuit against the state, entreating that the law’s required disclosure is misleading and evokes … Read more

New York City Mourns the Loss of Michael Cardozo, Its Esteemed Chief Lawyer for Over Two Decades

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NEW YORK — Michael Cardozo, who served as New York City’s chief lawyer for more than a decade and was known for his impactful legal work, has died at the age of 84. Cardozo’s tenure as corporation counsel from 2002 to 2014 marked a significant period for the city, as he navigated complex legal issues and advocated for municipal interests. During his time in office, Cardozo was instrumental in a range of high-profile matters, from defending the city against lawsuits to overseeing a legal staff that handled diverse cases at both local and federal levels. … Read more

Michigan Attorney General Teams Up with New York and California to Challenge Trump’s SNAP Data Practices

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Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has allied with her counterparts from New York and California to file a lawsuit against the Trump administration. The legal action centers on allegations regarding the misuse of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) data, claiming that the administration’s efforts violate privacy protections. The lawsuit arises from concerns that federal officials have improperly accessed or utilized personal data of SNAP recipients without consent. This situation has prompted Nessel and her fellow attorneys general to seek judicial intervention to safeguard the privacy rights of millions of Americans who rely on this … Read more

New York Climate Law Under Fire: Judge Suggests State is Failing to Meet Mandates Amid Growing Legal Challenges

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ULSTER COUNTY, N.Y. — A judge signaled on Friday that New York may be in violation of its climate change law, casting doubt on the state’s ability to regulate greenhouse gas emissions as required. Ulster County Supreme Court Justice Julian Schreibman sharply challenged a lawyer from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), who argued that the agency could not implement necessary regulations in the near future. During the hearing, Schreibman questioned the validity of the DEC’s claim that it needed flexibility due to the uncertainty of the times. “I don’t know that … Read more