CPUC Approves Clean Electricity Procurement and Transmission Upgrades

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) approved a decision requiring electricity providers to procure 6,000 megawatts of new clean energy and storage capacity by 2032. This decision aims to strengthen grid reliability, advance clean energy goals, and ensure affordability for customers.

Canada Pre-Merger Notification Threshold Remains $93M for 2026

The Canadian Minister of Industry has decided to keep the pre-merger notification threshold at $93 million for 2026. This means transactions where the acquired company's Canadian assets or revenues exceed $93 million will continue to require advance notice to the Competition Bureau, provided the combined parties' assets or revenues exceed $400 million.

State of Louisiana v. C.G. - Bail Rights in Juvenile Cases

The Louisiana Court of Appeal, First Circuit, granted a writ concerning bail rights for juveniles. The court ordered the juvenile court to remove categorical restrictions on the type of security for bond, allowing for various forms of surety beyond cash or commercial bonds.

B.B. v. Hochul - Child Welfare Certification Rights

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals reversed in part and affirmed in part a district court's decision in B.B. v. Hochul. The court found that plaintiffs, children removed from their parents, have standing to challenge New York's certification scheme for foster and adoptive parents, which denied certification based on criminal history or child abuse reports. The court remanded for further proceedings.

Broadcast Music, Inc. v. North American Concert Promoters Association - Antitrust

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a district court's decision regarding music licensing fees set by Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) for the North American Concert Promoters Association (NACPA). The court found the imposed rates and expanded definition of 'gross revenues' to be unreasonable and remanded the case for further proceedings.

GEICO v. Patel - RICO Case Decision

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a preliminary injunction against Dr. Bhargav Patel and associated entities in a RICO case brought by GEICO. The court found that the defendants participated in a scheme to defraud GEICO by exploiting New York's no-fault automobile insurance laws, leading to over $2 million in disputed claims.

NLRB v. Universal Smart Contracts, LLC - Enforcement of Subpoenas

The Second Circuit affirmed in part and dismissed in part a district court order enforcing National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) administrative subpoenas against Universal Smart Contracts, LLC, and related parties. The court found jurisdiction and venue proper but lacked jurisdiction to review the award of attorneys' fees due to a late appeal.

Care One LLC v. NLRB - Second Circuit Opinion on Unfair Labor Practice Proceedings

The Second Circuit affirmed a district court's denial of a preliminary injunction sought by Care One LLC and affiliated healthcare facilities. The facilities challenged NLRB proceedings, arguing the ALJ was improperly appointed and shielded from removal. The appellate court found the plaintiffs could not demonstrate irreparable harm, thus denying the injunction.

Court Rules on Noncitizen Removal Proceedings Deadline

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals granted a petition challenging the Board of Immigration Appeals' denial of a motion to reopen removal proceedings. The court remanded the case, finding the BIA provided insufficient reasons for denying equitable tolling of the 90-day deadline for filing such motions.

US v Boria - Cocaine and Firearm Conviction Appeal

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Steve Boria for conspiring to distribute cocaine and possessing a firearm. Boria argued the district court erred by not sufficiently inquiring into the effects of his medication during his plea colloquy.