Court of Protection: Nottinghamshire County Council v JW

The Court of Protection has issued a judgment in the case of Nottinghamshire County Council v JW. The court determined that JW has capacity in all material areas of decision-making. This judgment follows a lengthy procedural history and addresses fundamental capacity questions.

Chambi v Aristodemou Guest Supplies Ltd - Unfair Prejudice Petition

The High Court of Justice has issued a judgment in the case of Chambi v Aristodemou & Guest Supplies Intl Ltd. This judgment follows a preliminary issue determined in July 2024 regarding the petitioner's shareholding status. The court has now proceeded to hear the issues of liability and remedy concerning an unfair prejudice petition.

Hodzic v. Bondi - Immigration Appeals Order Review

The First Circuit Court of Appeals denied petitions for review concerning the Board of Immigration Appeals' orders denying motions to reopen and reconsider. The court found no legal or constitutional errors in the BIA's decisions regarding the petitioners' claims of fear of persecution.

Massachusetts Pharmacist Medication Administration Guidance Update

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health issued a circular letter updating guidance on pharmacist medication administration. This update authorizes pharmacists to administer testosterone for gender-affirming care, and medications for the prevention and treatment of HIV and sexually transmitted infections, in addition to existing authorizations for mental illness and substance use disorder treatments.

Massachusetts Pharmacist Administration of Medications Guidance

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health issued guidance allowing pharmacists and pharmacy interns to administer additional medications, including testosterone for gender-affirming care, and treatments for HIV and STIs. This guidance replaces a previous version and provides details on eligibility and administration requirements.

FFIEC Business Continuity Management Guidance for Financial Institutions

The FFIEC has released a new booklet providing guidance to examiners on evaluating business continuity management processes for financial institutions and service providers. The booklet aims to ensure the availability of critical financial services during disruptions.

FFIEC IT Handbook - Architecture, Infrastructure, and Operations Booklet Updated

The Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) has updated its IT Examination Handbook with a revised 'Architecture, Infrastructure, and Operations' booklet. This update provides guidance on enterprise-wide approaches to technology design, IT infrastructure implementation, and service delivery for financial institutions.

FFIEC IT Handbook: Development, Acquisition, and Maintenance Booklet

The FFIEC has updated its IT Examination Handbook with a revised 'Development, Acquisition, and Maintenance' booklet. This guidance provides updated information and best practices for financial institutions regarding the governance, risk management, and oversight of IT development, acquisition, and maintenance processes.

FFIEC IT Examination Handbook Updates

The FFIEC has updated its IT Examination Handbook, providing new and revised booklets and work programs. These resources offer guidance to examiners and financial institutions on various IT-related topics, including audit, business continuity, development, information security, and management.

NHTSA Automated Vehicle Safety Public Meeting

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced a public meeting on March 10, 2026, regarding vehicle automation activities. The meeting aims to gather stakeholder input on potential future guidance for the development, testing, and deployment of Automated Driving Systems (ADS) equipped vehicles.

Library of Congress Final Rule on Photography Premises

The Library of Congress is issuing a final rule to amend its regulations on photography on Library premises. The rule updates terminology, establishes a permit process for formal photography for personal use, and clarifies photography requiring permission from the Director of Communications.

USAID Proposed Rule on Assistance Regulation Revisions

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is proposing revisions to its Assistance Regulation to align with federal guidance and clarify existing rules. This proposed rule is being issued concurrently with a direct final rule, and public comments are being sought on both.

SNAP Civil Rights Data Collection Methods - Proposed Rescission

The Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) is proposing to rescind its December 14, 2023, final rule that revised SNAP Civil Rights Data Collection Methods. This proposed rescission seeks public comment on reverting to previous methods for collecting race and ethnicity data, specifically regarding the prohibition of visual observation.

FNS Seeks Comments on Information Collection Revision

The Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) is seeking public comments on a proposed revision to an information collection for its Food Distribution Programs. This revision aims to prevent a lapse in OMB approval and ensure the effective administration of programs like the National School Lunch Program and The Emergency Food Assistance Program.

Nasdaq Co-location Services Expansion Proposal

The SEC is soliciting comments on a proposed rule change by Nasdaq to expand its co-location services. The proposal includes offering new cabinet and power options, specifically a liquid-cooled cabinet, in Nasdaq's expanded data center to accommodate higher power densities and enable greater computing power deployment.

MIAX Sapphire Proposes Temporary Decrease to Options Regulatory Fee

MIAX Sapphire has filed a proposed rule change with the SEC to temporarily decrease its Options Regulatory Fee (ORF) from $0.0013 to $0.0011 per contract. This reduction is planned to be in effect from March 1, 2026, to June 30, 2026, and is intended to recover a portion of the exchange's regulatory costs.

Nasdaq Proposed Rule Change for TNO Cross Connect Service

The SEC is soliciting comments on a proposed rule change by Nasdaq to introduce a new telecommunications network operator (TNO) connectivity service called 'TNO Cross Connect' within its data center campus. This service will provide a specific component of telco-to-customer connectivity.

Nasdaq MRX LLC Co-location Services Rule Change Proposal

Nasdaq MRX LLC has proposed a rule change to expand its co-location services by introducing new cabinet and power options, including a liquid-cooled cabinet, in its expanded data center. The SEC is soliciting public comments on this proposal.

SEC Proposes Rule on Quotation Submissions for Equity Securities

The SEC is proposing to amend Rule 15c2-11 to limit its application to equity securities. This rule governs information gathering and review requirements for brokers and dealers before quoting a security. The proposal aims to refine the scope of the existing rule.

SEC Notice: Nasdaq PHLX LLC Proposed Rule Change for TNO Cross Connect

The SEC has published a notice regarding a proposed rule change by Nasdaq PHLX LLC to introduce a new telecommunications network operator (TNO) connectivity service called 'TNO Cross Connect' within its data center campus. The Exchange will submit a separate filing for associated fees.

Cboe EDGX Exchange Proposed Rule Change: Fee Waiver for Internal Distributors

The Cboe EDGX Exchange has filed a proposed rule change with the SEC to amend its Fee Schedule. The proposal introduces a new fee waiver for eligible Internal Distributors of the EDGX Depth Data Feed, aiming to facilitate system setup for new distributors. The SEC is soliciting comments on this proposal.

SEC Notice: RBB Fund Trust and M.D. Sass, LLC Application for Exemption

The SEC has issued a notice regarding an application from The RBB Fund Trust and M.D. Sass, LLC. The applicants seek an exemption from certain provisions of the Investment Company Act of 1940 and related disclosure rules to allow for subadvisory agreements without shareholder approval and to modify fee disclosure requirements.

MIAX PEARL Proposes Temporary Options Regulatory Fee Decrease

MIAX PEARL, LLC has filed a proposed rule change with the SEC to temporarily decrease the Options Regulatory Fee (ORF) from $0.0016 to $0.0013 per contract. This reduction is planned to be effective from March 1, 2026, through June 30, 2026, to recover regulatory costs.

Legal Services Corporation Board of Directors Meeting Notice

The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) has announced its Board of Directors quarterly meeting will be held hybridly from January 26-28, 2025, in Tampa, FL, and virtually via Zoom. Portions of the meetings will be open to the public, while others may be closed for specific discussions including enforcement matters and litigation.

Coy v. Southwest Airlines Co. - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, Coy v. Southwest Airlines Co., was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on March 19, 2026. The case was removed from Santa Clara Superior Court, with Southwest Airlines Co. listed as the defendant.

Mobarakeh v. Classica Cruise Operator Ltd. Inc. - TCPA Suit

A new civil case was filed on March 19, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The suit, Mobarakeh v. Classica Cruise Operator Ltd. Inc., alleges violations of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). The filing includes a complaint, proposed summons, and other initial procedural documents.

Jang v. The Hartford - ERISA Labor Case Filing

A new civil case, Jang v. The Hartford, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on March 19, 2026. The case is based on a federal question and falls under the Labor: E.R.I.S.A. nature of suit category. The initial complaint and case management order have been filed.

Clark v. City of Richmond - Civil Rights Case

A new civil rights case, Clark v. City of Richmond, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on March 19, 2026. The case was removed from Contra Costa County Superior Court. The filing fee was $405.

Baldwin v. UNUM Life Insurance Company of America - ERISA Case

A new civil ERISA case, Baldwin v. UNUM Life Insurance Company of America, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case was filed on March 19, 2026, and involves a complaint against UNUM Life Insurance Company of America.

NLG v. Uber Technologies - Personal Injury Case Filed

A new civil case, NLG (R.J.) v. Uber Technologies, Inc. et al., was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on March 19, 2026. The case is classified as a civil case based on diversity jurisdiction and involves a claim for personal injury.

Boylett v. Meta Platforms - Contract Dispute

A new civil case, Boylett v. Meta Platforms, Inc. et al., was filed on March 19, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves a contract dispute and was filed by JEFFREY BOYLETT.

Rusow v. Jolie Skin Company - Civil Fraud Case

A civil fraud case, Rusow v. Jolie Skin Company, Inc., was filed on March 19, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves allegations of fraud, with plaintiffs Kourtney Rusow and Arnetta Williams initiating the suit against Jolie Skin Company, Inc.

Johnson v. San Bruno County Jail - Civil Rights Prisoner Condition

A new civil case, Johnson v. San Bruno County Jail et al., was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on March 19, 2026. The case, identified by Case Number 3:26-cv-02257-AGT, alleges violations under the Civil Rights Act concerning prison conditions.

Casper v. Ford Motor Company - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, Casper v. Ford Motor Company, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on March 19, 2026. The case involves claims of contract and product liability, with Ford Motor Company filing a notice of removal from Santa Clara Superior Court.

Hession v. AMP Z Inc. - Labor Dispute Filing

A new civil case, Hession v. AMP Z Inc., was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on March 19, 2026. The case involves a labor dispute and was removed from Marin County Superior Court by defendant AMP Z Inc. The filing fee was $405.

WMKS-J.P. v. Uber Technologies, Inc. - Civil Complaint Filed

A new civil complaint was filed on March 19, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, case number 3:26-cv-02416, by WMKS-J.P. against Uber Technologies, Inc. The case is based on a Federal Question and falls under the category of 'P.I.: Other' for the nature of the suit.

Young v. City & County of San Francisco - Civil Rights

A new civil rights case, Young v. City & County of San Francisco, was filed on March 19, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The complaint alleges civil rights violations against the City and County of San Francisco and other defendants. An initial case management scheduling order has been issued.

M.J. v. United States of America et al - Civil Rights Case

A new civil rights case, M.J. v. United States of America et al, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on March 19, 2026. The case involves a claim related to civil rights, with the U.S. government listed as a defendant. The filing includes a complaint, proposed summons, and a motion to proceed under a pseudonym.

Ferguson v. Bank of America, N.A. - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, Ferguson v. Bank of America, N.A., was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on March 19, 2026. The case was removed from San Francisco Superior Court and involves a contract dispute. Bank of America, N.A. is the defendant.

Hattich v. Ua Local 342 et al - Civil Rights Case

A civil case titled Hattich v. Ua Local 342 et al was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on March 19, 2026. The case involves a Notice of Removal from a California Superior Court, citing Federal Question basis and Civil Rights: Other as the nature of suit. The filing fee was $405.

Driggs v. Mission Area Health Associates - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, Driggs v. Mission Area Health Associates, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on March 19, 2026. The case involves a Notice of Removal from a California Superior Court, indicating a federal question basis for jurisdiction.

Center for Investigative Reporting v. ICE - FOIA Case

The Center for Investigative Reporting has filed a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) lawsuit against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case was filed on March 19, 2026, and seeks access to government records.

Test v. Test - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, Test v. Test, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on March 19, 2026. The case is classified as a Diversity action with a Nature of Suit for Personal Injury and Product Liability.

Yonan v. Home Depot U.S.A., Inc. - Civil Rights Jobs Case

A civil rights jobs case titled Yonan v. Home Depot U.S.A., Inc. was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case was removed from Contra Costa Superior Court by Home Depot U.S.A., Inc. on March 19, 2026.

Doe v. Principal Life Insurance Company - ERISA Labor Dispute

A new civil case, Doe v. Principal Life Insurance Company, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on March 19, 2026. The case involves an ERISA labor dispute and was filed by Jane Doe against Principal Life Insurance Company.

Holmes v. Pathways Society - Civil Rights Case Filing

A new civil case, Holmes v. Pathways Society, was filed on March 19, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case is categorized under Civil Rights and involves the U.S. Government as a defendant. The filing includes a complaint and a motion to proceed in forma pauperis.

Civil Rights Case Filed Against City of San Jose

A new civil rights case has been filed against the City of San Jose in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, identified by case number 5:26-cv-02418, was filed on March 19, 2026, with a complaint filed by Emiliano Ontiveros.

IRS: Carbon Offset Credits Must Be Included in Gross Income

The IRS Associate Chief Counsel issued guidance clarifying that operators of offset projects must include the value of carbon offset credits granted by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) in their gross income. This advice addresses the tax treatment of credits issued under California's Cap-and-Trade Program.

IRS Memo on Source of Gain from Stock Dispositions

The IRS issued Associate Chief Counsel Advice AM2024-005 clarifying the source of gain from certain stock dispositions for U.S. citizens who become bona fide residents of Puerto Rico. The memo addresses situations involving S corporations and partnerships, providing specific conclusions on whether such gains are considered derived from Puerto Rico sources for tax exclusion purposes.

IRS Memo on Periodic Adjustments and Arm's Length Standard

The IRS issued Associate Chief Counsel Advice Memorandum AM2025-001 to clarify guidance on periodic adjustments and the arm's length standard under Section 482. This memo updates prior advice and addresses how taxpayers can overcome periodic adjustments by invoking the general arm's length standard or best method rule.