United States

SBA Disaster Loans Available for New Mexico Businesses

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding small businesses and private nonprofit organizations in New Mexico that federal disaster loans are available due to severe storms, flooding, and landslides from June 23 – Aug. 5, 2025. The deadline to apply for Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) is April 22, 2026, with a 60-day grace period.

SBA Disaster Loans for Arkansas Storm and Flood Victims

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding eligible small businesses and private nonprofit organizations in Arkansas that the deadline to apply for low-interest federal disaster loans for economic losses due to severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding from April 2-22, 2025, is April 22, 2026. Loans of up to $2 million are available with interest rates as low as 4% for businesses and 3.625% for nonprofits.

SBA Disaster Loans for Indiana Businesses Affected by Excessive Moisture

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans for small businesses and private nonprofit organizations in Indiana that sustained economic losses due to excessive moisture from April 1 to December 31, 2025. The loans are part of the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program and are available to cover working capital needs.

State ex rel. Hicks v. Clermont Cty. Bd. of Elections - Mandamus Writ Denied

The Ohio Supreme Court denied a writ of mandamus sought to compel the Clermont County Board of Elections to hold a hearing under R.C. 3513.05. The court found the relator failed to establish a clear legal right to the hearing, as his request did not constitute a valid protest, and any hearing would be in vain.

Goldstein v. Essential Demo - Crossclaim Denied for Lack of Diligence

The U.S. District Court for Massachusetts denied a crossclaim filed by Essential Demo, Inc. against a former defendant, Rise Construction Management, Inc., due to a lack of diligence. The underlying dispute involves alleged unpaid employee-benefit contributions under ERISA and LMRA.

EEOC v. Atlantic Property Management - Attorneys' Fees Award

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) sought attorneys' fees and expenses related to discovery motions in a case alleging failure to provide reasonable accommodations. The District Court of Massachusetts granted the EEOC's petition in part.

Court Denies Pauper Status, Dismisses Trafficking Claims

The U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts denied a plaintiff's application to proceed in forma pauperis and dismissed her claims of human trafficking and terrorism. The court found the complaint lacked specificity and failed to establish jurisdiction.

PHH Mortgage Consent Order - Servicing Deficiencies

The Massachusetts Division of Banks issued a consent order with PHH Mortgage Corporation regarding significant deficiencies in mortgage loan servicing, foreclosure, and loss mitigation processes. The order addresses issues including document execution integrity, internal controls, and third-party oversight.

Sage Bank Consent Order

The Massachusetts Division of Banks and the FDIC have issued a Consent Order against Sage Bank due to weaknesses in management, earnings, capital, liquidity, and interest rate risk. The order requires the bank to hire qualified management, ensure an effective Board of Directors, and implement a written Management Plan within 60 days.

USPTO Trademark Application - LAWYER IN THE MIDDLE

The USPTO has received an intent-to-use trademark application for "LAWYER IN THE MIDDLE" filed on January 16, 2024. The application covers downloadable and online software for accessing legal services, as well as legal services themselves.