On February 10, 2026, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) confirmed in a landmark judgment that companies can seek annulment of European Data Protection Board (EDPB) binding decisions before the adoption of a final decision by their lead Supervisory Authority (SA). This decision opens the floodgates to substantive review of EU-level General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) enforcement. It will create dual-track litigation for GDPR sanctions: before the General Court (GC) against EDPB decisions and before national courts, against national...

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Many companies have been reconsidering their work-from-home policies in the years since the COVID-19 pandemic forced office closures. While reversing these policies may be straightforward in the United States, the process is far more complex internationally. Understanding international employment law can help ensure a smooth and legally compliant return to the office. Here are key insights. Quick Hits In the United States, non-unionized companies can mandate a return to the office due to at-will employment norms, but this may strain...

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As innovations continue to accelerate, the technology landscape in 2026 may reach a turning point, marking a shift from research and development (R&D) to adaptation. This year’s outlook highlights a shift towards smarter, autonomous systems that operate within the physical world. Organizations that embrace this shift may thrive, while those that lag behind may risk losing pace with a rapidly accelerating digital economy. 1. Moving Toward AI Integration Virtually every industry has begun adopting AI, moving from experimentation to practical, integrated...

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PROPERTY TAX IN THE NEWS – FEBRUARY 2026 IPTI’s usual monthly newsletter - the “President’s Message” - contains, inter alia, some summarised news articles from around the world. This IPTI publication - “Property Tax in the News” - contains some of the more interesting news articles concerning property taxes in North America and Europe which is where many of our members have a particular interest. Links to these and more, similarly summarised, articles - from North America, Europe and around...

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Dear Littler: I’m a manager at a mid-sized company, and I overheard in the breakroom that two of our employees who were dating appear to have broken up, and another employee announced he is in the process of getting a divorce. Aside from refraining from wishing them a happy Valentine’s Day this year, are there any employment-related things I should keep in mind? —Not Cupid Dear Not Cupid,  You do not say whether you have a policy requiring employees to disclose workplace...

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