United States

Indiana Amends Pipeline Safety Regulations 170 IAC 5-3

The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) is amending pipeline safety regulations under 170 IAC 5-3. This rulemaking affects definitions, calibration of instruments, pre-tested pipe, farm taps, construction packets, establishment of MAOP on distribution systems, acquisition of pipe or components, and waivers of compliance. Informal comments are due by April 6, 2026.

Gooding v. Nevro Corporation et al - Product Liability

A new product liability case, Gooding v. Nevro Corporation et al, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The complaint alleges personal injury and product liability claims against the defendants. The filing includes a request for injunction against the US government/official or APA vacatur.

California AG Sues Trump Administration Over Oil Pipeline Order

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has filed a lawsuit against the Trump Administration challenging the Department of Energy's order that purports to authorize the restart of two onshore oil pipelines. The lawsuit argues the order unlawfully supersedes state law and court orders, infringing on California's sovereign power.

AG Bonta Sues Trump Administration Over Discriminatory USDA Grant Conditions

California Attorney General Rob Bonta, leading a coalition of 21 attorneys general, filed a lawsuit challenging the Trump Administration's attempt to impose discriminatory conditions on USDA grants. The lawsuit argues that these new conditions, related to immigration, gender ideology, transgender athletes, and DEI, exceed USDA's statutory authority and violate the U.S. Constitution and APA.

IPECS ONE Trademark Application Published for Opposition

The USPTO has published the trademark application for 'IPECS ONE' for opposition. The application, filed on July 16, 2025, covers various telecommunications and computer software products. This publication opens a period for third parties to oppose the registration of the trademark.

ULTRASONIQ Trademark Publication for Opposition

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has published the trademark application for 'ULTRASONIQ' for opposition. The application covers electric food processors, blenders, and various computer software products. The publication date is March 22, 2026.

CASA BATLLÓ Trademark Application Published for Opposition

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has published the trademark application for CASA BATLLÓ for opposition. The application covers a wide range of goods and services, including educational and entertainment services, household items, cookware, tableware, and works of art.

MAESTRO Trademark Publication for Advertising Software

The USPTO has published the MAESTRO trademark application (TM79428161) for advertising software and related downloadable databases. The application was filed on May 20, 2025, and published for opposition on March 22, 2026.

BIO-CARAT Trademark Published for Opposition

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has published the BIO-CARAT trademark application for opposition. The application covers dosage dispensers for fluids (not for medical use), water conditioning apparatus, water filters, and limescale protection systems.

KLÜVO Trademark Application Published for Opposition

The USPTO has published the trademark application for 'KLÜVO' for opposition. The application covers a wide range of medical imaging and diagnostic devices, software for managing health data, and virtual/augmented reality applications for medical use. The publication marks a step in the trademark registration process, allowing third parties to oppose the mark.