ICE Custody Death Notification: Pejman Karshenas Najafabadi

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced the death of Pejman Karshenas Najafabadi, a 59-year-old Iranian national, in ICE custody in Natchez, Mississippi, on March 1, 2026. Najafabadi passed away from cardiac arrest at Merit Health Hospital after receiving medical care for pre-existing conditions. ICE is required to publicize such in-custody death reports.

Haitian man facing assault charges died in ICE custody

ICE announced the death of Emanuel Cleeford Damas, an individual facing criminal charges for assault and battery, while in ICE custody in Scottsdale, Arizona on March 2, 2026. Damas had a pending immigration case and was detained under the Lanken Riley Act.

Texas Government Accountability Association v. City of Odessa - Dismissed

The Texas Court of Appeals, 11th District, has dismissed the appeal in Texas Government Accountability Association v. City of Odessa. The appellant filed a notice of withdrawal, indicating they no longer wished to pursue the appeal of the trial court's decision which declared an interlocal agreement void and unenforceable.

Texas Court of Appeals Affirms Child Termination of Parental Rights

The Texas Court of Appeals, 11th District, affirmed a trial court's order terminating the parental rights of a mother and father. The appellate court found the mother's appeal to be frivolous and without merit, following procedures outlined in Anders v. California.

Wally Yammine v. Warren Fonville, PLLC - Dismissed for Want of Jurisdiction

The Texas Court of Appeals, 11th District, has dismissed the appeal in Wally Yammine v. Warren Fonville, PLLC, for want of jurisdiction. The court found that the appellant, acting as executor, lacked the capacity to represent the estate in the appeal.

Tony Chavez v. State of Texas - Habeas Corpus - Bail Dismissed

The Texas Court of Appeals, 11th District, dismissed Tony Chavez's original proceeding seeking a bond reduction. The court found it lacked original habeas jurisdiction in criminal cases, as such jurisdiction is limited to county courts, district courts, and the Court of Criminal Appeals. The proceeding was dismissed for want of jurisdiction.

Griffin Energy Law v. Billingsley - Real Estate Title Dispute

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's decision in a real estate title dispute concerning mineral interests. The court found that the appellees successfully rebutted the community property presumption with clear and convincing evidence, upholding the judgment in their favor.

CMA Considers Energy Licence Appeal Decision Deadline

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is considering appeals from 5 energy companies against modifications to gas distribution licences made by Ofgem. The CMA is expected to decide whether to grant permission to appeal by 31 March 2026.

Draft Guidance: Responding to FDA Form 483 Observations for Drug Manufacturers

The FDA has issued draft guidance for drug manufacturers on how to respond to observations noted on FDA Form 483 following CGMP inspections. This guidance is intended to assist domestic and foreign manufacturers in assessing conformity with CGMP requirements.

Colorado Warns of Online Investment Scams During Consumer Protection Week

The Colorado Division of Securities issued a warning about online investment scams during National Consumer Protection Week. The notice highlights common schemes like unsolicited cryptocurrency fraud and romance scams, referencing FTC data on significant financial losses to these activities.