People v. Ramirez - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District, Division Seven, affirmed a judgment against Carlos Jose Ramirez. Ramirez appealed after pleading no contest and being sentenced to two years for being a felon in possession of a firearm. The court found no arguable issues on appeal.

People v. Stortz - Criminal Conviction Appeal

The California Court of Appeal filed a non-precedential opinion in People v. Stortz, addressing a criminal defendant's appeal of a kidnapping conviction. The court affirmed the conviction, finding that any error in denying the defendant's request to represent himself at the preliminary hearing stage was harmless beyond a reasonable doubt.

People v. Williams - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District, Division Two, filed a non-precedential opinion in People v. Williams. The court affirmed the lower court's denial of the defendant's petition for recall and resentencing, despite the People conceding error in the initial denial. The case concerns sentencing for a defendant convicted of multiple violent felonies.

Piltan v. Novell - Modification of Opinion

The California Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District, Division Eight, issued a modification to its non-precedential opinion in Piltan v. Novell. The modification corrects the listed counsel for the appellant, with no change to the judgment itself. The original opinion was filed on March 2, 2026, and the modification was filed on March 4, 2026.

Aquat 009 v. Fine CA2/7 - Non-Precedential Opinion

The California Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District, Division Seven, filed a non-precedential opinion in Aquat 009, LLC v. Fine et al. The court affirmed in part, reversed in part, and remanded the case concerning a defaulted loan and subsequent foreclosure. The opinion is not to be published in the official reports.

In re J.P. - Juvenile Court Law Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Sixth Appellate District, filed a non-precedential opinion in the case of In re J.P. The appeal concerns the sufficiency of evidence for a juvenile court finding that the minor committed a criminal threat. The court affirmed the jurisdictional order.

Harlem v. Corben - Appeal of Default Judgment Denial

The California Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District, Division Six, filed a non-precedential opinion on March 4, 2026, affirming the trial court's denial of Kenneth Corben's motion to set aside a default judgment. The default judgment was entered in favor of Krisp Productions NY, LLC, for $507,783.64.

People v. Alvarez - Criminal Sentencing Appeal

The California Court of Appeal vacated a prior strike finding against Francisco Juan Alvarez, remanding for further proceedings. This decision follows reconsideration in light of a new Supreme Court precedent regarding the retroactive application of Assembly Bill No. 333 to prior strike convictions.

People v. Delgado - Appeal of Denial to Vacate Drug Conviction

The California Court of Appeal reversed and remanded a lower court's denial of Adolfo Delgado's motion to vacate his 1991 drug conviction. The court found the motion was improperly denied as successive, impacting individuals seeking to challenge past convictions due to potential immigration consequences.

People v. Haygood - California Court of Appeal Opinion

The California Court of Appeal, Fifth Appellate District, filed a non-precedential opinion in the case of People v. Haygood on March 4, 2026. The court affirmed the judgment of the Superior Court of Fresno County, upholding the conviction and sentence for first-degree murder with a firearm enhancement.

People v. Sanchez - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District, Division Two, filed a non-precedential opinion in the case of People v. Sanchez. The court affirmed the defendant's conviction for first-degree murder, attempted murder, and assault with a deadly weapon, following an independent review of the record.

Physicians for Social Responsibility v. Dept. of Toxic Substances Control - Attorney Fees

The California Court of Appeal certified for publication its decision in Physicians for Social Responsibility v. Dept. of Toxic Substances Control. The court affirmed the superior court's denial of attorney fees to the appellants, finding no abuse of discretion.

Dickerson v. Bickman - Medical Malpractice Appeal

The California Court of Appeal filed an opinion in Dickerson v. Bickman, a medical malpractice case. The court affirmed the trial court's judgment in favor of the defendants, dismissing the plaintiffs' claims of medical malpractice and fraud.

LAOSD Asbestos Cases - California Court of Appeal

The California Court of Appeal certified for publication its decision in the LAOSD Asbestos Cases, involving claims against Avon Products, Inc. The jury found Avon strictly liable for defective products and awarded over $51 million in compensatory and punitive damages.

In re J.N. - California Court of Appeal Opinion

The California Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District, Division Two, filed an opinion in the case In re J.N. The opinion affirms jurisdictional and dispositional orders concerning minors J.N. and L.N. under the Juvenile Court Law, addressing challenges to evidence sufficiency, jurisdiction, custody, and visitation orders.

Stewart v. USAA General Indemnity Co. - Appeal of Court Orders

The California Court of Appeal affirmed lower court orders in Stewart v. USAA General Indemnity Co., including an anti-SLAPP motion and a vexatious litigant declaration. The court found the appeal to be non-precedential.

People v. Shaw - Appeal Dismissed

The California Court of Appeal dismissed an appeal filed by Andre Curtis Shaw, who argued the trial court erred in denying his request for resentencing. The appellate court found that the denial of the petition did not affect Shaw's substantial rights and therefore dismissed the appeal.

Eugene F. Kelly - Transfer to Disability Inactive Status

The Minnesota Supreme Court has ordered attorney Eugene F. Kelly transferred to disability inactive status, effective February 26, 2026. This order stays pending disciplinary investigations against him, contingent on his petition for reinstatement.

Ecology Grant Expands Stewart Mountain Community Forest

The Washington State Department of Ecology awarded a $5.5 million grant to expand the Stewart Mountain Community Forest by 1,600 acres. This funding, part of the state's Streamflow Restoration Act, supports water quality, forest preservation, and community ownership of the land.

State AGs Challenge Withholding of Disaster Relief and Transportation Funding

California Attorney General Rob Bonta, along with attorneys general from three other states, is challenging the Trump Administration's threatened cuts to $900 million in transportation funding and withholding of over $1.3 billion in disaster relief funding. This action seeks to amend an existing lawsuit to include these new funding challenges.

Darci Williamson v. BR Pig, LLC - Louisiana Court of Appeal Ruling

The Louisiana Court of Appeal, First Circuit, granted a writ in Darci Williamson v. BR Pig, LLC, reversing a trial court's denial of a summary judgment motion. The court vacated the denial, finding that the defendant met the requirements to challenge the plaintiff's claims under the Louisiana Merchant Liability Act.

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

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals reversed in part and affirmed in part a lower 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 relative foster parents, which denied certification based on criminal history or child abuse reports. The court remanded for further proceedings.

Care One LLC v NLRB - Court Opinion on Unfair Labor Practice Proceedings

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

Reidy Contracting Group v. Mt. Hawley Insurance - Additional Insured Coverage Dispute

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court ruling that Reidy Contracting Group is an additional insured under Mt. Hawley Insurance Company's excess liability policy. The court held that the Employers Liability Exclusion was ambiguous and must be construed against Mt. Hawley.

Duke v. Luxottica - ERISA Retirement Plan Class Action Opinion

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals ruled on a class action lawsuit alleging Luxottica's retirement plan violated ERISA by using outdated actuarial assumptions. The court held that the plaintiff has standing to seek plan reformation but not monetary payments to the plan, and that the effective vindication doctrine precludes mandatory arbitration of claims on behalf of the plan.

US v. Cardenas - Cocaine Import Conspiracy Conviction

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated the conviction of Jay James Roldan Cardenas for conspiracy to import cocaine. The court found that the district court erred in excluding evidence crucial to Roldan's defense of lacking criminal intent, remanding the case for further proceedings.

Lanesborough 2000, LLC v. Nextres, LLC - Court Opinion on Arbitration Award

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals reviewed a district court's confirmation of an arbitration award between Lanesborough 2000, LLC and Nextres, LLC. The court found the contractual waiver of appeal rights ambiguous and affirmed in part, vacated in part, and remanded the case regarding an injunction of a state-court proceeding.

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, remanding the case for further proceedings.

United States v. Woods - Competency to Stand Trial

The Second Circuit affirmed a district court's order extending a defendant's hospitalization beyond the initial four-month period while the government determined whether to seek civil commitment. The court clarified the application of 18 U.S.C. § 4241(d)(2)(B) in cases where a defendant is found incompetent to stand trial.

Pinilla Perez v. Bondi - 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 found the BIA provided insufficient reasons for denying equitable tolling of the 90-day deadline for filing such motions.

McGucken v. Shutterstock, Inc. - Copyright Infringement Appeal

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals partially affirmed and partially vacated a district court's ruling in McGucken v. Shutterstock, Inc. The court affirmed the dismissal of the false copyright management information claim but vacated the dismissal of copyright infringement claims, remanding for further proceedings.

Mar-Can Transport v. Pension Fund - ERISA Withdrawal Liability

The Second Circuit affirmed a lower court ruling that reduces Mar-Can Transport's ERISA withdrawal liability by $1.8 million. The decision clarifies the interpretation of "unfunded vested benefits" for multiemployer pension plans when an employer switches to a new union.

SBK ART LLC v. Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP - Discovery for Foreign Litigation

The Second Circuit affirmed a district court's order granting SBK ART LLC's petition for discovery under 28 U.S.C. §1782 for use in foreign litigation. The court disagreed with the respondent law firm's argument that discovery should be denied if the documents are not discoverable from the foreign client abroad.

Connecticut Fair Housing Center v. CoreLogic Rental Property Solutions Opinion

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals issued an opinion in Connecticut Fair Housing Center v. CoreLogic Rental Property Solutions. The court vacated in part, affirmed in part, and reversed in part the district court's decision regarding claims of disparate impact discrimination under the Fair Housing Act and violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

US v. Aryeetey - Felon in Possession of Firearm Conviction Affirmed

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction and sentence of Ivan Joel Aryeetey for being a felon in possession of a firearm. The court found no abuse of discretion in admitting DNA evidence and deemed the sentence substantively reasonable.

US v Jimenez - 105 Months Prison for Felony Ammo Possession

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's sentence of 105 months imprisonment and three years of supervised release for William Jimenez, who pleaded guilty to possessing ammunition after a felony conviction. The court upheld the special conditions of supervised release, including searches of electronic devices and mandatory mental health counseling.

Safdieh v. Commissioner - Tax Court Decision Appeal

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a Tax Court decision, holding that the Commissioner of Internal Revenue may assess penalties for failure to report foreign business control. The court vacated the Tax Court's order granting summary judgment to the taxpayer and remanded the case for further proceedings.

Competition Tribunal Dismisses Google's Constitutional Challenge

The Competition Tribunal has dismissed Google's constitutional challenge against the Competition Bureau's abuse of dominance litigation. The Tribunal affirmed its authority to impose administrative monetary penalties. The underlying case against Google regarding anti-competitive conduct in online advertising continues.

Galette v. New Jersey Transit Corp. - Sovereign Immunity

The Supreme Court ruled that NJ Transit is not an arm of the State of New Jersey and therefore is not entitled to sovereign immunity. This decision resolves a conflict between state courts and clarifies the application of sovereign immunity to state-created entities.

Supreme Court: Substantial-Evidence Standard for Asylum Persecution Determinations

The Supreme Court ruled that courts of appeals must apply the substantial-evidence standard when reviewing the Board of Immigration Appeals' determination of whether undisputed facts constitute 'persecution' under the Immigration and Nationality Act. This decision clarifies the standard of review for asylum cases.

County of Lancaster, PA v. AFSCME District Council 89 - Labor Arbitration

The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania issued an opinion in County of Lancaster, PA v. AFSCME District Council 89, addressing whether a labor arbitration panel had jurisdiction to issue an award concerning impact bargaining due to unforeseen circumstances. The court reviewed the trial court's order denying the union's petition to vacate the arbitration award.

Protect PT & P.R. Wendell v. Twp. of Penn - Land Development Approval

The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania affirmed a lower court's decision upholding the approval of a revised land development application for an unconventional natural gas well pad. The court found that the Penn Township Board of Commissioners and the Court of Common Pleas correctly granted preliminary and final approval for EQT Artemis Production, LLC's project.

EU Official Journal L Series Daily View

The EU Official Journal L series for March 4, 2026, has been published, featuring various legislative and non-legislative acts. Key items include updates to monetary agreements with Monaco and Andorra, a definitive countervailing duty on biodiesel imports from Indonesia, and amendments to regulations concerning automated driving systems.

Pearson v. Pearson - Child Custody Appeal

The Superior Court of Pennsylvania reviewed a child custody order, finding that certain provisions modifying custody upon completion of requirements without a best interest determination violated the Child Custody Act. The court affirmed in part and vacated in part the lower court's order.

Com. v. Adams Diaz, S. - Non-Precedential Decision

The Superior Court of Pennsylvania issued a non-precedential decision in the case of Commonwealth v. Adams Diaz, S. The court affirmed the trial court's judgment of sentence after the appellant was convicted of theft by failing to make required disposition of funds. The decision addresses the denial of the appellant's motions to dismiss and for a mistrial.

Com. v. Baltimore, M., Jr. - Criminal Sentencing Appeal

The Superior Court of Pennsylvania issued a non-precedential opinion affirming the judgment of sentence for Michael Baltimore Jr. following the revocation of his probation. The appeal concerned the discretionary aspects of his sentencing.

Com. v. Carlton - Appeal of Firearm Statute Constitutionality

The Pennsylvania Superior Court issued a non-precedential decision in Commonwealth v. Carlton, addressing the constitutionality of firearm carrying statutes. The appellant challenged the prohibition on individuals aged 18-20 obtaining a license to carry a firearm. The court affirmed the judgment of sentence.

USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Laptops, Routers, Gateways

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has instituted a Section 337 investigation into alleged patent infringement by certain laptops, routers, gateways, and components imported into the U.S. The investigation names ASUSTeK Computer Inc., ASUS Computer International, Inc., TP-Link Systems Inc., D-Link Corporation, D-Link Systems, Inc., and Ubiquiti Inc. as respondents.

USITC Affirms Wind Tower Trade Cases from Four Countries

The USITC has affirmed existing antidumping and countervailing duty orders on utility scale wind towers from Canada, Indonesia, South Korea, and Vietnam. This decision means the current trade remedy orders will remain in place, continuing to affect imports of these products into the United States.

Washington AG Sues DOE Over TransAlta Plant Order

Washington Attorney General Nick Brown has sued the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) in federal court, seeking to overturn an order to reopen the TransAlta coal power plant in Centralia. The AG also filed a separate FOIA lawsuit alleging the DOE unlawfully withheld records related to the order.