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The U.S. Supreme Court Denies Petition for Review of Clean Water Act Ruling That Could Adversely Affect Farmers and Ranchers

Client Alert | less than 1 min read | 03.01.03

The United States Supreme Court on June 16 denied a petition to review the Ninth Circuit's decision in Pronsolino v. Nastri. The denial leaves in place a decision upholding EPA's authority to establish "total maximum daily loads" (TMDLs) under the Clean Water Act for waters impaired solely by nonpoint source pollution such as runoff from agricultural and forest lands. See Pronsolino v. Nastri, 291 F.3d 1123 (9th Cir. 2002).

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Client Alert | 3 min read | 06.30.26

Qatar Labor Law: Key Amendments Introduced by Law No. 9 of 2026

Qatar has enacted Law No. 9 of 2026, amending the Labour Law issued by Law No. 14 of 2004. The amendments cover the scope of the application of the Labour Law, vocational certification, noncompete clauses, the right to strike, joint committees, dismissal grounds, and enforcement powers. Employers should review their employment practices and documentation to ensure compliance....