United States

SEC Technical Amendment to Delegation of Authority Rules

The SEC has adopted a technical amendment to its delegation of authority rules. This amendment corrects an outdated cross-reference in the rules that delegate authority to the Commission's staff to grant certain exemptions from Rule 612 of Regulation NMS.

SEC Proposes Amending Small Business Definitions for Investment Companies and Advisers

The SEC has proposed amendments to the definitions of 'small business' and 'small organization' for investment companies and advisers under the Regulatory Flexibility Act. The proposal aims to increase asset-based thresholds and establish a mechanism for future inflation adjustments. Public comments are due by March 13, 2026.

People v. Zapata - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Fourth District, has made available its opinion in the criminal appeal case People v. Zapata, docket number D084024. This update pertains to a specific judicial proceeding and its published outcome.

Zenith Insurance Co. v. WCAB - Workers' Compensation Appeal

This document is a court case filing from the California Court of Appeal, Sixth District, involving Zenith Insurance Co. and the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB). The case number is H052785. It represents a new legal proceeding within the state's workers' compensation system.

B338698 - Appellate Court Case Search Result

This document provides search results for appellate court case number B338698. It is a notification of case status within the court system. No new regulatory requirements or enforcement actions are detailed.

People v. J.C. - Case Opinion

The California Courts of Appeal have made available an opinion in the case of People v. J.C. This document represents a judicial decision and does not introduce new regulatory requirements for businesses.

FINRA Proposed Rule Change to Amend Communications with the Public Rule

FINRA has filed a proposed rule change with the SEC to amend FINRA Rule 2210 concerning communications with the public. The amendment would permit members to project performance or provide targeted returns on investments, subject to specific conditions ensuring a sound basis for such projections.

State AG Secures 120-Year Sentence for Human Trafficker

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced that the Office of Statewide Prosecution secured a 120-year prison sentence for Marquett James, who was convicted of human trafficking, racketeering, and conspiracy. This action follows a federal refusal to prosecute the case.

State AGs Warn Corporations on Antitrust and Consumer Protection

A coalition of 10 State Attorneys General, led by Florida AG Uthmeier, has issued notices to nearly 80 corporations involved with the U.S. Plastics Pact, Consumer Goods Forum, or Sustainable Packaging Coalition. The AGs warn that these companies' participation in initiatives setting production and packaging targets may violate antitrust and consumer protection laws.

CT Dept of Banking - Administrative Order for Banta, Meera, First Bank Mortgage

The Connecticut Department of Banking has added a new administrative order and settlement for Banta, Meera, and First Bank Mortgage, Inc. d/b/a Money Tree. The order, dated January 30, details the terms of the settlement.