Weeks v. Warner - Order Denying Reconsideration

The Intermediate Court of Appeals of the State of Hawaii denied a motion for reconsideration filed by Defendant-Appellant Eugene Warner in the case of Weeks v. Warner. The court found the request to be untimely under Hawaii Rules of Appellate Procedure Rule 40(a).

Jin Quan Yang v. Pacific Hawaii Food Service LLC - Appeal of Circuit Court Orders

The Intermediate Court of Appeals of Hawaii has issued a summary disposition order in the case of Pacific Hawaii Food Service LLC v. Jin Quan Yang. The court found it lacked jurisdiction to review two of the three appealed orders but upheld the appealability of an order granting attorney fees and sanctions against the appellant, Jin Quan Yang, and his counsel.

Arturo P. Batac v. Verizon - Rhode Island Supreme Court Opinion

The Rhode Island Supreme Court affirmed a lower court's decision in the case of Arturo P. Batac v. Verizon. The court found no error in the prior proceedings which led to the affirmation of the judgment in favor of Verizon.

Corteva v. Inari Agriculture - Seed-Biotechnology IP Dispute

The US District Court for the District of Delaware issued an opinion in Corteva Agriscience LLC v. Inari Agriculture, Inc. (Case No. 23-1059), resolving two motions related to a seed-biotechnology intellectual property dispute. The court ruled in favor of Corteva, denying Inari's motion for leave to amend its answer and counterclaims.

Delaware Court of Chancery Denies Motion to Amend Complaint

The Delaware Court of Chancery denied a motion to amend a complaint in the In re Saama Technologies Litigation (C.A. No. 2022-1045-LWW). The plaintiff sought to add claims for fraud and aiding and abetting shortly before a trial was set to begin.

State and Education Depts. Partner on Foreign Gift Reporting

The U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. Department of State have formed a partnership to jointly oversee Section 117 foreign gift and contract reporting requirements for higher education institutions. This collaboration aims to streamline oversight and enhance transparency regarding foreign influence in academia.

EU Scales Back ESG Reporting and Due Diligence Rules

The EU has published amendments to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D) via the Omnibus Directive EU 2026/470. These changes significantly reduce the scope of reporting and due diligence requirements for companies operating in the EU, including higher thresholds and adjusted compliance timelines.

Florida AG Creates Unit to Combat Foreign Adversary Threats

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the creation of the CHINA Prevention Unit to combat threats from foreign adversaries, particularly the Chinese Communist Party, to consumer data privacy and economic security. The unit will audit companies and pursue enforcement actions for violations.

China's Cross-Border Data Transfer Regime Enforcement Trends

China's Cyberspace Administration has released two enforcement cases from 2025 concerning violations of cross-border data transfer requirements. These cases, involving hotel and property management sectors, highlight the increasing focus on compliance with the country's data export regulations.

Greece Enacts New Law to Combat Art Forgery and Protect Cultural Heritage

Greece has enacted Law No. 5271/2026, establishing a new legal framework to combat art forgery and protect cultural items. The law introduces autonomous criminal offenses for forgery and damage to artworks, alongside stricter penalties and a new register for certified art experts. This aims to enhance the protection of the art market and cultural heritage.