A new Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) privacy rule went into effect on June 25, that prohibits the disclosure of protected health information related to lawful reproductive health care in certain situations.

In a decision that could have major implications nationwide, a federal judge has put the Federal Trade Commission's controversial new rule restricting the use of non-compete agreements on hold, at least temporarily.

As the number of American households welcoming pets continues its 30- year climb, now including more than 66% nationwide according to recent surveys, their role in our families and fabric of daily life has transformed dramatically.