United States

Oregon DEQ Issues $1.2M in Environmental Penalties

The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) announced it has issued eight penalties totaling $1.2 million for environmental violations in January 2026. These penalties cover a range of environmental issues, including air quality and water quality violations.

Estes v. Palm Beach County School District - Workers' Comp Statute of Limitations

The Florida District Court of Appeal reversed a lower court's decision regarding the statute of limitations for workers' compensation claims. The court clarified the interpretation of the tolling provision under § 440.19(2), Florida Statutes, impacting how claim deadlines are calculated after benefits are provided.

USPTO TTAB Extension for FOREVERYOUNGMDSPA

The USPTO Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) has granted a 90-day extension for the opposition period in the case involving 4Ever Marketing and IP LLC against Gail P Krivan MD LTD. PC, concerning the mark FOREVERYOUNGMDSPA. The filing date for this extension request was December 18, 2025.

USPTO TTAB: Vital Farms Inc. requests extension to oppose VITALGUMMIES

The USPTO Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) has received a request from Vital Farms Inc. for a 90-day extension to oppose the VITALGUMMIES mark. The filing date for this request was December 16, 2025. This action pertains to an administrative proceeding concerning trademark opposition.

FIN ALLY FOUNDATION extension, Ally Financial Inc. case

FIN ALLY FOUNDATION extension, Ally Financial Inc. case

Clearwater Power 2026 Wildfire Plan Approved

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission has issued Order No. 36977, initiating a modified procedure for Clearwater Power Company's 2026 Idaho Wildfire Mitigation Plan application. The order sets deadlines for public comments and company replies regarding the plan, which is filed under the Wildfire Standard of Care Act.

Rocky Mountain Power Wind and Solar Integration Rate Update

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission has issued a Notice of Modified Procedure regarding Rocky Mountain Power's application to update wind and solar integration rates for small power generation qualifying facilities. The Commission is seeking public comments on the application.

FEC Corporate PAC Webinar Training

The Federal Election Commission (FEC) is hosting a two-day webinar on April 21-22, 2020, to provide training for corporate Political Action Committees (PACs). The sessions will cover campaign finance rules, reporting scenarios, and candidate support methods relevant to corporate PACs.

Supreme Court Order List - March 23, 2026

The U.S. Supreme Court issued its order list for March 23, 2026. The Court granted certiorari in one case, vacated the judgment, and remanded it for further consideration. Additionally, the Court denied certiorari in numerous cases and granted or denied various motions in pending cases.

Notice of Intent to Sole Source Environmental Consulting Services

The Department of the Navy intends to award a sole-source purchase order to GeoSyntec Consultants, LLC for environmental consulting services, including literature review, spatial analysis, and sampling plan development. This notice is a justification for non-competitive procurement, with a response deadline of March 30, 2026.