US v. John McLaurin - Criminal Case Vacated and Remanded

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals vacated and remanded the criminal case of US v. John McLaurin. The court found that discretionary supervised release conditions not orally pronounced at sentencing are nullities, impacting the revocation judgment. The case is remanded for resentencing.

Cedar Coal Company v. Director, DOWCP - Black Lung Benefits Decision

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals denied Cedar Coal Company's petition to review an order awarding black lung benefits to the estate of Roger L. Mullins. The court found that the Administrative Law Judge's decision was supported by substantial evidence and that the claimant presented sufficient evidence within regulatory limitations.

State v. Lanier - Ohio Court of Appeals Affirms Trial Judgment

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's judgment in the consolidated cases of State v. Lanier. The court found that the record clearly and convincingly supported the trial court's findings regarding the sentences imposed on the appellant.

State v. Norman - Resentencing Remand

The Ohio Court of Appeals reversed and remanded the case of State v. Norman for resentencing. The trial court failed to provide required notifications under the Reagan Tokes Act during the initial sentencing. The judgment is affirmed in all other respects.

State v. Johnson - Appeal Dismissed as Moot

The Ohio Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal in State v. Johnson as moot because the appellant had already served his jail sentence. The court noted that the appeal concerned a judgment revoking community control sanctions.

State v. Trotter - Criminal Appeal

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's judgment in State v. Trotter, finding that the appellant's plea of no contest was voluntary and knowingly made. The court addressed an assignment of error regarding ineffective assistance of counsel.

State v. Dominguez-Olivia - Speedy Trial and Due Process Rights

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a defendant's convictions, ruling that his statutory and constitutional speedy trial rights, as well as his due process rights, were not violated. The court found sufficient evidence supported the convictions and that they were not against the manifest weight of the evidence.

State v. Giron - Motion to Suppress OVI

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's decision in State v. Giron, denying a motion to suppress evidence in an OVI case. The court found reasonable suspicion for the traffic stop and probable cause for the arrest, and permitted an amendment to the OVI charge without prejudice to the defendant.

State v. Wilson - Public Records Denial

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's decision denying a defendant's motions for public records. The court found the motions were barred by res judicata and the information sought was not necessary for a justiciable claim.

State v. Johnson - Child Victim Testimony Statute Violation

The Ohio Court of Appeals reversed and vacated parts of a trial court's judgment against Chadwick Johnson, finding that the trial court violated Johnson's right to confrontation by allowing child victims to testify outside his presence without proper findings. The appellate court remanded the case for a new trial on specific charges due to insufficient evidence.

State v. Fogle - Dog Bite Restitution Upheld

The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld a trial court's order for restitution of $265.92 against Ellen Fogle, whose dog bit a neighbor and attacked the neighbor's dog. The court found sufficient evidence to support the restitution order in this consolidated appeal.

State v. Kynard - Criminal Sentencing Appeal

The Ohio Court of Appeals reversed a trial court's judgment regarding consecutive sentencing. The case is remanded for the limited purpose of providing post-release control notification to the defendant. The court found the original sentencing order improperly imposed a consecutive sentence to another unsentenced case.

Finn v. Rutherford - Landlord-Tenant Dispute Affirmed

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's judgment in Finn v. Rutherford, a landlord-tenant dispute. The appellate court found that the appellant failed to present objections to the magistrate's decision and did not file a transcript, preventing a review of the merits.

NVR, Inc. v. Pearce - Motion for Reargument Denied

The Delaware Superior Court denied a defendant's motion for reargument in the case of NVR, Inc. v. Pearce. The court found that the defendant raised new arguments for the first time and that the original judgment was valid, denying the motion for reconsideration.

Careen, Inc. v. ZeroAvia, Inc. - Contract Dispute

Careen, Inc. has filed a civil complaint against ZeroAvia, Inc. in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, Case Number 5:26-cv-01986, was filed on March 6, 2026, and pertains to a contract dispute. Initial filings include the complaint and proposed summons.

State of Tennessee v. John Bassett - Murder Conviction Appeal

The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals affirmed John Bassett's murder conviction but reversed his life sentence without parole. The case is remanded for resentencing. The court found insufficient evidence to support the enhanced sentence based on the murder being especially heinous, atrocious, or cruel.

Tennessee v. Smith - Affirmation of Murder and Theft Convictions

The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals affirmed the convictions of Raymond Antonio Smith for first-degree premeditated murder and theft. The court found sufficient evidence to support the convictions and the value of the stolen property. The defendant is serving a life sentence plus twelve years.

Cedric Hopgood v. State of Tennessee - Plea Withdrawal Denial

The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals affirmed a trial court's denial of Cedric Hopgood's motion to withdraw his guilty pleas for drug possession offenses. The court found no error in the denial, upholding the agreed-upon sentence.

State of Tennessee v. Vidal Chad Bryant - Drug and Firearm Offenses Sentencing Appeal

The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals affirmed the trial court's denial of Vidal Chad Bryant's motion to suspend his six-year sentence for drug and firearm offenses. The court found no abuse of discretion in the trial court's decision.

Keepmoat Homes Environmental Permit Application Consultation

The Environment Agency has published a consultation notice regarding an environmental permit application submitted by Keepmoat Homes Limited for a site in Leyland, Lancashire. The notice details the application and explains the public participation process.

Sydney Wheeler Environmental Permit Application Consultation

The Environment Agency is advertising an environmental permit application for Sydney Wheeler in Lydney, England. This notice initiates a public consultation period, allowing interested parties to review the application and submit comments before a decision is made.

Angus Fire PFAS Reduction Permit Consultation

The Environment Agency has opened a public consultation on its draft decision to grant a permit variation to Angus Fire Limited. The variation would allow the company to install an effluent treatment plant to reduce PFAS contamination from rainwater runoff at its North Yorkshire site. The consultation period runs until April 1, 2026.

NINDS Rescinds Policy on Special Council Review of Research Applications

The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) has issued a notice rescinding its policy on Special Council Review of Research Applications, effective immediately. This rescission refers applicants to the broader NIH policy on the same matter.

AHRQ Health Services Research Dissertation Program (R36) Expired

The Agency for Healthcare Research & Quality (AHRQ) has issued a notice announcing the immediate expiration of the Health Services Research Dissertation Program (R36), previously identified by PA-23-196. No further applications will be accepted under this funding opportunity announcement.

AHRQ Health Services Grants PA-24-156 Expiration Notice

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) has issued a notice announcing the early expiration of Funding Opportunity Announcement PA-24-156 for Health Services Research Demonstration and Dissemination Grants (R18). No further applications will be accepted under this announcement.

AHRQ Notice: Primary Care Research R01 Funding Opportunity Expired

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) has issued a notice announcing the early expiration of the Research to Advance the Science of Primary Care (R01) funding opportunity announcement (PA-24-205). No further applications will be accepted under this announcement.

AHRQ Primary Care Research Funding Opportunity Expired

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) has issued a notice announcing the early expiration of funding opportunity PA-23-115, 'AHRQ Small Research Projects to Advance the Science of Primary Care (R03)'. No further applications will be accepted under this announcement.

State v. Sundwall - Utah Court of Appeals Opinion

The Utah Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's decision to deny bail to Meggan Randall Sundwall, who is charged with aggravated murder and obstruction of justice. The appellate court found that the district court did not err in determining that Sundwall posed a flight risk based on clear and convincing evidence.

State v. Alvarez - Utah Court of Appeals Opinion

The Utah Court of Appeals affirmed the convictions of Jose Humberto Mancia, Argenis Daniel Ramirez Saedt, and Rosalio Andres Alvarez for two counts of murder. The defendants appealed, arguing ineffective assistance of counsel, but the court found no merit in these claims.

State v. Saedt - Criminal Appeal

The Utah Court of Appeals affirmed the convictions of Jose Humberto Mancia, Argenis Daniel Ramirez Saedt, and Rosalio Andres Alvarez for two counts of murder. The defendants appealed, arguing ineffective assistance of counsel, but the court found no merit in their claims.

State v. Devore - Utah Court of Appeals Opinion

The Utah Court of Appeals affirmed an order for additional restitution against Christopher Earl Devore. Devore was ordered to pay nearly $30,000 for a victim's nasal reconstruction surgery, stemming from a 2018 burglary conviction. The court found Devore's arguments regarding the timeliness of the restitution request and the proximate cause of the injury unpersuasive.

State v. Mancia - Utah Court of Appeals Opinion

The Utah Court of Appeals affirmed the convictions of Jose Humberto Mancia, Argenis Daniel Ramirez Saedt, and Rosalio Andres Alvarez for two counts of murder. The defendants appealed, arguing ineffective assistance of counsel, but the court found no merit in their claims.

State v. Anderson - Utah Court of Appeals Opinion

The Utah Court of Appeals filed an opinion in State v. Anderson on March 5, 2026. The case involves a challenge to the denial of a motion to suppress evidence found during a vehicle search following an arrest on outstanding warrants. The court affirmed the lower court's decision.

Reese v. Reese - Utah Court of Appeals Child Support Ruling

The Utah Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's denial of a motion to set aside a child support provision in a divorce decree. The appellant argued the provision was void due to being part of a postnuptial agreement, but the court found the statute cited applied only to premarital agreements.

Mcaneeley v. Fukushima - Harassment Injunction Appeal

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals is reviewing an appeal filed by Doreen Fukushima against an injunction against harassment issued by the District Court of the First Circuit. Fukushima argues the injunction violated her constitutional rights. The court's decision will impact the application of harassment laws and due process in the state.

Hawai'i Government Employees Association v. Department of Public Safety - Court Opinion Correction

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals has issued an order correcting minor typographical errors in its August 18, 2025 opinion in Hawai'i Government Employees Association v. Department of Public Safety. The corrections involve specific word changes and formatting adjustments within the published text.

Hircajo III v. State - Court Opinion

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals issued an opinion on March 6, 2026, in Hircajo III v. State. The court dismissed a motion for reconsideration as untimely, citing the Hawaii Rules of Appellate Procedure.

Newtown Estates Community Association v. Walk the Good Life, LLC - Appeal

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's judgment in favor of Newtown Estates Community Association against Walk the Good Life, LLC. The case involved alleged violations of community association Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions.

Meredith Summer v. Detroit Pub. Schs. - Employment Discrimination Appeal

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's grant of summary judgment in favor of Detroit Public Schools. The case involved claims of First Amendment retaliation and religious discrimination brought by a former teacher, Meredith Summer.

US v. Patrick Craig Harrison - Court Opinion

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the district court's decision in United States v. Patrick Craig Harrison. The court upheld the imposition of a $5,000 Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act (JVTA) special assessment and a five-year term of supervised release, rejecting Harrison's arguments regarding indigence and sentence unreasonableness.

Marquetta Williams v. City of Canton, Ohio - Qualified Immunity

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled on a qualified immunity defense in the case of Marquetta Williams v. City of Canton, Ohio. The court found that a key factual dispute regarding an officer's use of deadly force requires a jury determination, potentially impacting future use-of-force cases.

Brown-Forman Corp. v. NLRB - Sixth Circuit Court Opinion

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals issued an opinion in Brown-Forman Corporation v. NLRB, concerning labor disputes at Brown-Forman's Woodford Reserve facility. The case involves a petition for review and cross-application for enforcement of an order from the National Labor Relations Board.

HPIL Holding Inc. v. Harry Zhang - Sixth Circuit Court Opinion

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a district court's dismissal of a lawsuit filed by HPIL Holding, Inc. The court found that the Rooker-Feldman doctrine did not apply, allowing the case to proceed. The lawsuit alleges minority shareholders looted the corporation during a receivership proceeding.

Adams v. ANB Bank - Wyoming Supreme Court Opinion

The Wyoming Supreme Court issued an opinion in Adams v. ANB Bank, reversing a lower court's decision regarding counterclaims and attorney fees. The court affirmed the dismissal of the Adams Family Parties' claims but reversed the summary judgment on counterclaims and the award of attorney fees to the banks.

Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals Adopts 2026 Jury Instructions

The Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals has adopted the 2026 revisions to the Oklahoma Uniform Jury Instructions-Criminal (Second Edition). These updated instructions, submitted by the Committee for Preparation of Uniform Criminal Jury Instructions, are effective immediately and will be provided to District Courts for implementation.

SEC v. Zachary Miller - Administrative and Cease-and-Desist Proceedings

The SEC has instituted administrative and cease-and-desist proceedings against Zachary Miller for acting as an unregistered broker in connection with fraudulent and unregistered securities offerings. Miller allegedly raised approximately $18.3 million from investors.

SEC Institutes Proceedings Against Canaccord Genuity LLC for Failing to File SARs

The SEC has instituted administrative and cease-and-desist proceedings against Canaccord Genuity LLC for failing to file approximately 150 Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) related to its equity trading activities between February 2019 and March 2022. The firm allegedly failed to maintain an adequate AML surveillance program.

SEC charges EisnerAmper LLP with improper professional conduct

The SEC has instituted administrative and cease-and-desist proceedings against EisnerAmper LLP for improper professional conduct during its 2020 audit of the Infinity Q Diversified Alpha Fund. The firm allegedly failed to obtain sufficient understanding of internal controls, gather adequate evidence, and exercise due professional care, violating PCAOB auditing standards.

SEC Institutes Cease-and-Desist Proceedings Against NYSE

The SEC has instituted cease-and-desist proceedings against the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) LLC. This action stems from a critical systems disruption on January 24, 2023, which caused NYSE to fail to run opening auctions for 2,824 securities, leading to market-wide impacts including thousands of busted trades.

SEC Bars Joel Castellanos for Unregistered Securities Sales

The SEC has barred Joel Castellanos from associating with any broker, dealer, or other regulated entity. Castellanos was found to have solicited and raised at least $25.2 million from over 1,222 investors through unregistered securities sales, acting as a sales agent for MJ Capital Funding, LLC.