Civil Commitment Opinion - Serna

The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed a commitment appeal panel's decision to dismiss a petition for discharge filed by Luis Antonio Serna, who is indeterminately committed as a sexually dangerous person. The court found that Serna failed to meet his burden to support a custody reduction due to his continued non-participation in treatment.

Kuller v. TVI, Inc. - Unemployment Benefits Appeal

The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed a decision denying unemployment benefits to Kenneth Kuller. The court found that Kuller engaged in employment misconduct by exploiting a coupon policy and falsifying transactions, making him ineligible for approximately $6,000 in benefits.

Pedcor Management Corp. v. Pate - Eviction Judgment Affirmed

The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed an eviction judgment for respondent-landlord Pedcor Management Corp. against appellants Becky and Trenton Pate. The court found that the landlord provided timely notice and that the district court did not err in its findings regarding rent payment and the handling of tenant motions.

State of Minnesota v. Anthony Dimitri Limogianni - Criminal Sexual Conduct Appeal

The Minnesota Court of Appeals filed a nonprecedential opinion affirming a conviction for criminal sexual conduct. The court found that the district court did not err in concluding that the appellant waived any objection to the closure of the courtroom during the victim's testimony.

Nesbit v. Covel-Paulzine - Property Partition Appeal

The Minnesota Court of Appeals has filed a nonprecedential opinion in the case of Nesbit v. Covel-Paulzine. The court remanded the case to the district court for additional findings regarding the partition of a jointly owned property and the equitable allocation of sale proceeds.

Court of Appeals affirms revocation of driving privileges and license plates

The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's order sustaining the revocation of an appellant's driving privileges and the impoundment of his license plates. The appellant argued that evidence was obtained through an unconstitutional trespass, but the court found no error.

State v. Lashun Miller - Affirmation of Convictions

The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed the convictions of Lashun Miller for first-degree burglary and third-degree assault. Miller had appealed after his petition for postconviction relief to withdraw his guilty plea was denied by the postconviction court.

Snowman Construction v. Ceresota Funding II LLC - Civil Appeal

The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's decision in a construction dispute between Snowman Construction and Ceresota Funding II LLC. The court found no error in the admission of evidence, the handling of spoliation claims, findings of fact, or damage awards.

Donald D. Kern v. New Century Systems Inc. - Unemployment Benefits Appeal

The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed a decision denying unemployment benefits to Donald D. Kern. The court found that Kern quit his employment without good reason caused by his employer and did not receive a fair hearing. The opinion was filed on March 9, 2026.

State v. Larson - Criminal Sexual Conduct Conviction Appeal

The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed a conviction for first-degree criminal sexual conduct against Justin Duane Larson. The court rejected Larson's arguments regarding the denial of his motions to strike testimony, the denial of his mistrial motion, and the refusal to admit video conference testimony, finding the evidence sufficient to sustain the conviction.

Hogendorf vs. Green - Environmental Liability and Attorney Fees

The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's judgment awarding attorney fees and costs to respondent Renee Hogendorf against appellants James Green Jr. and Well Groomed Lawns, Inc. The court found no error in the award of fees and costs under the Minnesota Environmental Response and Liability Act (MERLA).

N A Brothers LLC v. Werts - UPEPA Application in Defamation Case

The Minnesota Court of Appeals reversed and remanded a district court's denial of a special motion to dismiss under the Uniform Public Expression Protection Act (UPEPA). The court found that UPEPA should have been applied to claims of defamation and conspiracy brought by a childcare provider against former employees and parents.

State of Minnesota v. David Bernard Suess, Sr. - Criminal Conviction Appeal

The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed the convictions of David Bernard Suess, Sr., for first- and second-degree criminal sexual conduct. The court found no error in the district court's admission of relationship and prior offense evidence at trial. This nonprecedential opinion provides guidance on evidentiary rulings in similar cases.

Court affirms denial of habeas corpus petition

The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed the denial of a habeas corpus petition filed by Antoine C. Whitner. The court found that Whitner failed to state a claim for habeas relief, upholding the district court's decision. The case involved violations of supervised release conditions related to possession of child sexual abuse material.

Sadowski v. Suppi Construction Inc. - Interlocutory Appeal Denied

The Delaware Superior Court denied Suppi Construction Inc.'s application for certification of an interlocutory appeal. The appeal sought to challenge prior court decisions denying motions to dismiss and for summary judgment in a gender discrimination and retaliation lawsuit filed by Melissa Sadowski.

Diaby v. Bailey - Order Denying Interlocutory Appeal

The Delaware Superior Court denied TBD Standard, LLC's application for certification of an interlocutory appeal. The case involves a multi-vehicle collision that resulted in four separate lawsuits, which have been consolidated.

FINRA Adopts Amendments to Equity Trade Reporting Rules

FINRA has adopted amendments to its equity trade reporting rules, providing a limited, temporary exception for reporting qualifying overnight transactions executed before 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time. This exception will be effective from March 30, 2026, and will expire on December 31, 2027, or upon further extension of trade reporting facility operating hours.

DWC Draft ADA Accommodation Regulations for Public Comment

The California Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has released draft regulations concerning ADA accommodations for public comment. The proposals include a process for blanket accommodation requests for remote appearances and a new form for filing disability discrimination complaints.

Environmental Permit Application Public Consultation

The Environment Agency has published a public consultation for an environmental permit application submitted by Mark, Roger, and Louise Beame for Oakdene Westend Cottages in GL10 3SJ. The consultation provides details on the application and the process for public comment.

Environmental Permit Application Consultation

The Environment Agency has published a public consultation advertisement for an environmental permit application submitted by Catherine Hodges for Arnen, Coopers Pightle, Reading, RG4 9AZ. The notice outlines the application details and the process for public participation.

Gleeson Developments Environmental Permit Application Advertisement

The Environment Agency has published an advertisement for an environmental permit application submitted by Gleeson Developments Limited for a site in Bradford, England. The notice provides details of the application and explains the public consultation process.

Health District Promotes Colon Cancer Prevention

The Rappahannock-Rapidan Health District has issued a notice encouraging healthy behaviors and early screenings to prevent colon cancer during National Colon Cancer Awareness Month. The notice highlights lifestyle risk factors and recommends screenings starting at age 45 for average-risk adults.

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

The Hawai'i Intermediate Court of Appeals has issued an order correcting minor 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 opinion.

Lucas County Board of Commissioners v. EPA - Environmental Law

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals has recommended for publication the case of Lucas County Board of Commissioners v. EPA, concerning water quality standards for the Maumee River and Lake Erie. The decision addresses challenges related to harmful algal blooms and EPA's regulatory actions.

United States v. Phillip Claudius Gray - Non-Precedential Opinion

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the district court's sentence of 21 months for Phillip Claudius Gray, who violated supervised release conditions by using illegal drugs. The court found no procedural error or unreasonable sentence.

Ricky Welch v. Laura Plappert - Court Opinion

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a district court's decision in Ricky Welch v. Laura Plappert. The court found that the federal statute of limitations for habeas petitions was tolled while the petitioner pursued a state appeal, reversing the district court's dismissal of the petition.

Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals Rule Revision

The Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals has revised Rule 1.7 to update the correct and current mailing address for the Clerk of the Court. These amendments are effective immediately upon the date of the order.

Florida Renews Emergency Declaration for Hurricane Helene

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has renewed the state of emergency declaration for Hurricane Helene for an additional 60 days. This renewal extends Executive Order 24-208, which was initially issued in September 2024 and has been previously extended. The order aims to support ongoing recovery efforts in affected areas.

Florida Executive Order Extends State of Emergency for Tornadoes

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has issued Executive Order 26-57, extending the state of emergency declared for Holmes County due to tornadoes by an additional sixty (60) days. This extension continues support for recovery efforts following the May 2025 severe weather events.

Executive Order 26-56 Amending Rural Area of Opportunity Designation

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 26-56, amending Executive Order 23-132 to include Nassau County within the state's Rural Area of Opportunity. This amendment is effective immediately and applies all terms of the original designation to Nassau County.

Florida Extends Hurricane Debby Emergency Declaration

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has issued Executive Order 26-59, extending the state of emergency declared for Hurricane Debby by an additional 60 days. This extension continues the provisions of Executive Order 24-156, as amended, to support ongoing recovery efforts in the affected counties.

Shelton v. Patton - Motion to Dismiss Opinion

The District of Delaware issued an opinion in Shelton v. Patton, addressing defendants' motions to dismiss all five counts of the plaintiff's complaint. The court is considering whether the complaint states a claim upon which relief can be granted under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 12(b)(6).

Astellas Pharma Inc. v. Ascent Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - Patent Infringement

The US District Court for the District of Delaware issued a Memorandum and Order in a patent infringement case involving Astellas Pharma Inc. and Ascent Pharmaceuticals, Inc. The case concerns Ascent's Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for a generic version of Astellas's Myrbetriq® and alleges infringement of several patents under the Hatch-Waxman Act.

ICO Decision Notice: Manchester City Council FOI Breach

The ICO found Manchester City Council breached FOI laws by failing to disclose all requested information and conduct adequate searches. The Council must now conduct fresh searches and disclose specific emails related to the rescheduling of an event.

ICO Decision on Cabinet Office FOI Exemptions

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) issued a decision regarding the Cabinet Office's use of FOI exemptions. The ICO found that the Cabinet Office was entitled to rely on sections 36(2)(b)(i) and (c) of the FOIA to withhold certain information related to interactions with BlackRock.

Dartford Council Ordered to Reply to EIR Request

The ICO has ordered Dartford Borough Council to respond to an Environmental Information Request (EIR) that was not answered within the statutory 20-working-day period. The council must now provide the complainant with a response within 30 calendar days.

ICO Decision Notice: FOI Complaint Against London Borough of Croydon

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has upheld a Freedom of Information (FOI) complaint against the London Borough of Croydon. The authority failed to respond to a request within the statutory 20 working days. The ICO has ordered the council to respond within 30 calendar days.

ICO Decision Notice: Lambeth Failed FOI Request

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has issued a decision notice upholding a complaint against the London Borough of Lambeth for failing to respond to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request within the statutory 20-day period. The ICO requires Lambeth to respond to the complainant within 30 calendar days.

Ofcom - Vexatious FOI Request Regarding Channel 4 Chairs

The ICO has decided that Ofcom was entitled to refuse a request for information about Channel 4's former and interim Chairs, deeming the request vexatious under FOI law. No further action is required by Ofcom.

ICO Decision: Royal Air Force Museum Failed to Respond to FOI Request

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) issued a decision notice against the Royal Air Force Museum for failing to respond to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request within the statutory 20 working days. The ICO requires the museum to respond within 30 calendar days.

ICO Decision on Home Office FOI Request - EU Border Checks

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) issued a decision regarding a Freedom of Information request made to the Home Office concerning the Entry/Exit System (EES). The ICO found that the Home Office was justified in withholding information related to potential queue lengths and delays under section 35(1)(a) of the FOI Act.

ICO Upholds EIR 5(2) Against London Borough of Bromley

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has upheld an Environmental Information Regulations (EIR) 5(2) decision against the London Borough of Bromley. The authority failed to respond to a request within the statutory 20 working days. The ICO has ordered Bromley to respond within 30 calendar days.

ICO Decision Notice - Eastbourne Council FOI 40(2) Exemption

The ICO has issued a decision notice regarding Eastbourne Borough Council's withholding of information under FOI section 40(2). The Commissioner found that the Council was entitled to rely on the exemption for third-party personal information and did not uphold the complainant's challenge.

ICO Decision: NMC's refusal of nurse data under FOI upheld

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has upheld the Nursing and Midwifery Council's (NMC) decision to refuse a Freedom of Information request for data on erased and suspended nurses. The ICO found the NMC was entitled to withhold the information as it constitutes personal data exempt under FOIA.

ICO Upholds EIR Breach by Powys Council

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has upheld a breach of Environmental Information Regulations (EIR) 11 against Powys County Council. The council failed to conduct an internal review within the mandated 40 working days. No further steps are required beyond reconsidering the original request.

ICO Decision Notice: BBC FOI Request

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has upheld the BBC's decision regarding a Freedom of Information (FOI) request for a 1978 broadcast. The ICO determined the information, if held, is for journalistic purposes and thus exempt from FOIA.

ICO Orders NHS Trust to Respond to FOI Request

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has ordered the South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust to take action on a Freedom of Information (FOI) request. The Trust failed to respond within the statutory 20 working days.

ICO Decision Notice: Melton Borough Council FOI Complaint

The ICO upheld a Freedom of Information (FOI) complaint against Melton Borough Council for failing to respond to a request within the statutory 20 working days. The Council has been ordered to provide a response to the complainant within 30 calendar days.

ICO Decision: London Borough of Islington FOI Request

The ICO has issued a decision regarding a Freedom of Information request made to the London Borough of Islington. The Commissioner found that the council had provided the relevant information it held, and no further steps are required.

ICO Upholds FOI Complaint Against NHS Trust

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has upheld a Freedom of Information (FOI) complaint against South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust for a delayed response. The Trust is required to provide a substantive response to the complainant within 30 calendar days.