Federal Courts

Court Dismisses IMM's Challenge to FERC's Ruling on PJM Meeting Access

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit dismissed a challenge brought by IMM against the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's (FERC) ruling concerning access to PJM meetings. The court's decision upholds FERC's original determination.

Court Denies CenturyTel Review of NLRB Decision on Information Request

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit denied CenturyTel's petition for review of a National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) decision. The NLRB had found CenturyTel violated the National Labor Relations Act by failing to provide requested information to the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local Union 768 regarding non-union technicians working within the union's jurisdiction.

Court finds FERC erred on capacity auction revision under FPA

The DC Circuit Court of Appeals found that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) erred in its reasoning for denying a review of a capacity auction revision. The court granted the petition for review, remanding the case for further consideration.

TSA Cybersecurity Authority Upheld

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit upheld the Transportation Security Administration's (TSA) authority to issue cybersecurity directives for airport operators. The court denied a petition for review filed by the Spokane Airport Board, affirming the TSA's regulatory power in this area.

Court Reviews FERC's TAPS Pipeline Tariff Ratemaking Authority

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit reviewed the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's (FERC) ratemaking authority concerning the Trans Alaska Pipeline System (TAPS) tariffs. The court denied petitions from Petro Star Inc. and ConocoPhillips Alaska, upholding FERC's existing Quality Bank formula for valuing crude oil components.

Engstrom v. United States - Sentencing Reversed

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals reversed the sentencing of Paul Engstrom in a drug case. The court found that the district court erred in its application of sentencing enhancements, requiring a resentencing. This decision impacts how certain drug offenses are sentenced within the Ninth Circuit.

Montejo-Gonzalez v. Bondi - Immigration Habeas Corpus

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals issued an opinion in Montejo-Gonzalez v. Bondi, addressing a habeas corpus petition related to immigration detention. The court's decision clarifies legal standards applicable to such cases.

Harris v. Muhammad - Court Opinion

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals filed an opinion in the case of Harris v. Muhammad, Case No. 24-3307. This filing represents a standard procedural step in the judicial process.

Construction Laborers Pension Trust v Funko Inc - Securities Fraud Opinion

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals filed an opinion in the securities fraud case Construction Laborers Pension Trust v Funko Inc. This ruling addresses allegations of securities fraud against Funko Inc. and its officers.

Guam Society of Obstetricians v. Moylan - Court Opinion

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals issued an opinion in Guam Society of Obstetricians v. Moylan. The case concerns a dispute related to medical practice and licensing in Guam. The court's decision clarifies certain legal standards applicable to healthcare providers in the territory.