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Benton School District v. Brandi Greer - Attorneys' Fees Award Reversed

The Supreme Court of Arkansas reversed and dismissed an award of $106,959.79 in attorneys' fees and costs to Brandi Greer. This decision follows the reversal of the underlying judgment in a companion case, rendering Greer no longer the prevailing party.

EU Statement on Countries Aligning with Terrorist List Update

The EU has issued a statement noting that several non-EU countries have aligned with a recent Council Decision updating the EU's terrorist list. This alignment means these countries will conform their national policies to the updated list of individuals and entities subject to restrictive measures.

EU Council Press Briefings for Transport, Energy, and Environment Councils

The Council of the EU has issued a media advisory for press briefings preceding the Transport, Telecommunications and Energy Council (Energy) on March 16 and the Environment Council on March 17, 2026. Journalists are invited to register for a hybrid format briefing by March 13, 2026.

Press Briefing for General Affairs Council

The Council of the EU has issued a media advisory for a press briefing concerning the General Affairs Council meeting on March 17, 2026. The briefing will take place on March 13, 2026, and is designated as 'off the record'. Journalists must register by March 13, 2025, to participate.

Texas Workforce Commission Launches Streamlined State Application

The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) has launched a new, streamlined State of Texas Application on WorkInTexas.com. This initiative, announced by Governor Greg Abbott, aims to simplify the application process for job seekers and employers.

Poyorena v. Hernandez - Civil Procedure Modification

The California Court of Appeal, Fifth Appellate District, modified its opinion in Poyorena v. Hernandez. The modification clarifies arguments regarding notice of judicial assignment for peremptory challenges and affirms the judgment. The opinion was filed on March 12, 2026.

People v. Colbert - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal affirmed a lower court's decision in the case of People v. Colbert. The defendant appealed his conviction for robbery, arguing his guilty plea was not knowingly and voluntarily made. The court found no prejudicial error and upheld the sentence.

People v. Rosel - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal affirmed a judgment against Maurilio Ivan Rosel, Jr., who pleaded guilty to multiple Penal and Vehicle Code violations and was sentenced to two years and eight months in prison. The court found no reasonably arguable issue upon review of the record and counsel's brief.

People v. Ratcliff - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District, filed an opinion in the case of People v. Ratcliff. The appeal concerns a defendant's petition for resentencing under Penal Code section 1172.6, which was denied by the trial court. The appellate court affirmed the trial court's order.

People v. Holinaty - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal affirmed the conviction of Paul Marc Colin Holinaty for assault with a semiautomatic firearm and false imprisonment. The court found no arguable issues upon independent review of the record after counsel filed a Wende brief.