Harihar v. Commonwealth - Judicial Review of Lower Court Orders

The Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts affirmed a lower court's denial of a petition seeking relief from multiple lower court orders and judgments. The petitioner, Mohan A. Harihar, appealed the denial of his petition under G. L. c. 211, § 3, which sought to void judgments related to a foreclosure and eviction dating back to 2010. The court found that Harihar had not demonstrated an adequate alternative remedy or exceptional circumstances for the court's extraordinary intervention.

Matter of Henderson - Attorney Disciplinary Proceeding

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York issued a court opinion in the Matter of Craig Lee Henderson on March 5, 2026. The Attorney Grievance Committee seeks an order disbarring respondent, Craig Lee Henderson, due to prior disciplinary actions in California.

De Castro v. West Farms Apts. LLC - Court Opinion

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed lower court orders severing third-party actions in the case of De Castro v. West Farms Apts. LLC. The court considered the merits of a motion for leave to reargue, effectively granting it.

People v. Newton - Criminal Appeal Decision

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York affirmed a judgment against Jamar Newton. The court found the sentence imposed was not excessive. This decision was issued on March 5, 2026.

Schiff v. Intersystem S&S Corp. - Court Opinion

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York issued an opinion in Schiff v. Intersystem S&S Corp. The court modified a lower court's order, granting summary judgment on liability against Intersystem S&S Corp. and on a breach of contract claim for failure to procure insurance.

Matter of Bland - Attorney Disciplinary Proceedings

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York issued a court opinion in the Matter of Lamon Darrell Bland. The case concerns disciplinary proceedings against a suspended attorney. The opinion was decided and entered on March 5, 2026.

Matter of Cantor - Attorney Disciplinary Proceedings

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York issued an opinion in the Matter of Matthew Cantor, a suspended attorney. The court denied Cantor's motion for reinstatement and is proceeding with disciplinary charges for the unauthorized practice of law while suspended.

Brooks v. Ghazi et al - Stockholders Suit

A new civil case, Brooks v. Ghazi et al, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on March 5, 2026. The case, identified by docket number 3:26-cv-01944, is categorized as a Stockholders Suit under Federal Question jurisdiction. The initial filings include a complaint and proposed summons.

FCA Announces Senior Leadership Appointments

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has announced two senior leadership appointments: Chris Knight as Director of Insurance and David Lymburn as interim Deputy Managing Director of the Payment Systems Regulator (PSR). These appointments aim to strengthen the FCA's capabilities and support its strategic priorities.

FCA warns customers of unsuitable advice from HDH Investment Services

The FCA has warned customers of HDH Investment Services Limited that the firm may have provided unsuitable financial advice. Restrictions were placed on HDH from January 20, 2026, preventing it from conducting regulated activities. Customers who believe they received unsuitable advice are advised to complain and seek advice from another authorised firm.

Environment Agency v. Action Skip Hire Limited - Waste Removal Order

The Environment Agency has ordered Birmingham skip firm Action Skip Hire Limited to pay £9,495.50 for failing to remove waste from a site as previously ordered by a magistrates' court. This follows a prior conviction where the company was fined over £48,000 for operating an illegal waste site.

World HPV Day: Infection Statistics, Cancer Prevention, and Vaccination

This notice from the Virginia Department of Health discusses World HPV Awareness Day, providing statistics on HPV infection, its link to cancer, and prevention methods. It highlights the effectiveness of the HPV vaccine and screening for cervical cancer, along with other prevention steps.

Potomac River Recreational Water Advisory Partially Lifted

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) has partially lifted a recreational water advisory for the Potomac River, effective March 5, 2026. The advisory remains in place north of Chain Bridge due to elevated E. coli levels following a sewage spill.

In re Tanaka Trust - Trust Dispute Appeal

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals filed an opinion on March 5, 2026, regarding an appeal in the matter of the Raymond K. Tanaka Trust. The case involves a dispute over residential property ownership and Lance K. Tanaka's beneficial interests in the trust.

W.C. v. T.C. - Hawaii Family Court Custody Modification Appeal

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals affirmed a family court's decision denying a mother's motion to modify a custody order for unsupervised visitation. The court found the mother failed to prove a change in circumstances warranting modification.

A.B. v. J.M. - Appeal Dismissed for Lack of Jurisdiction

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals issued an amended order dismissing the appeal of J.M. in the case A.B. v. J.M. The dismissal is due to a lack of jurisdiction, as the Family Court had not entered a final order for dissolution of marriage, and the appealed order was not independently appealable. The court will take no further action on related orders.

TBC Koloa Town, LLC v. Pizzetta, Inc. - Contempt Order Appeal

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals is reviewing a contempt order against Catherine M. Shyne. The court noted significant non-compliance with appellate rules in Shyne's opening brief, potentially impacting the appeal's progression. The case involves a contempt order related to a civil case.

NIA Webinar on Expanding Research in AD/ADRD R25 Programs

The National Institute on Aging (NIA) announced a pre-application technical assistance webinar for individuals interested in applying for the NIA Expanding Research in AD/ADRD (ERA) R25 Postbaccalaureate and Summer Research Education Programs. The webinar will be held virtually on April 8, 2026, and aims to provide guidance on the application process.

NIH ICorps Entrepreneurship Training for SBIR/STTR Awardees

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced the ICorps at NIH program, offering entrepreneurship training for Phase I SBIR/STTR awardees. The program aims to help small businesses develop and validate business models for commercialization. Applications are due by March 27, 2026, and April 17, 2026.

United States v. Emory Day - Criminal Appeal

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a non-precedential opinion in the case of United States v. Emory Day, docket number 25-1050. The court affirmed the district court's decision regarding a search warrant application based on evidence of child pornography distribution.

Ortiz-Leon v. Bondi - Immigration Appeal

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals denied a petition for review in the case of Diego Ortiz-Leon v. Pamela Bondi. The court affirmed the Board of Immigration Appeals' decision denying asylum and withholding of removal, finding no nexus between the petitioners' protected characteristics and claimed persecution.

United States v. Socrates Martinez-Hipolito - Sixth Circuit Non-Precedential Opinion

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's decision regarding a search warrant in the case of United States v. Socrates Martinez-Hipolito. The court found no error in the district court's decision not to suppress evidence related to the production of child pornography.

United States v. LaVaughn Odom - Sentencing Appeal

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the 192-month sentence for LaVaughn Odom, who was convicted of drug trafficking and firearm offenses. The court found the sentence, which was below the Sentencing Guidelines range, to be procedurally and substantively reasonable. The appeal concerned the reasonableness of the sentence imposed by the district court.

United States v. Derek Hahn - Sixth Circuit Non-Precedential Opinion

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the district court's sentence of Derek Hahn, who was convicted of using a minor to produce sexually explicit videos. The court found Hahn's sentence of 330 months to be reasonable despite his arguments for a downward variance.

United States v. Dustin Newsome - Sentencing Appeal

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the sentence of Dustin Newsome, who was convicted of child pornography offenses. Newsome was sentenced to 420 months imprisonment for inducing minors to send sexually explicit content and possessing child pornography.

Williams v. Gage - Legal Malpractice Appeal

The Wyoming Supreme Court affirmed a district court's decision granting summary judgment to a defendant attorney in a legal malpractice case. The plaintiff failed to designate a required expert witness within the court's established deadlines, leading to the dismissal of her claim.

Delaware Court of Chancery: Order Compelling Production of Trial Witness

The Delaware Court of Chancery ordered Summit Healthcare Operating Partnership, L.P. to produce a trial witness after the plaintiff initially declined. The court granted the defendant's motion to compel, allowing the witness to either appear in person or testify remotely within a two-week period.

AIG Specialty Insurance Co. v. Genworth Financial Inc. - Insurance Judgment Affirmance

The Delaware Supreme Court affirmed a Superior Court judgment in the case of AIG Specialty Insurance Company et al. v. Genworth Financial Inc. et al. The decision upholds the lower court's rulings on summary judgment motions, concluding the appellate review of the insurance dispute.

Tanaka Trust Dispute - Summary Disposition Order

The Intermediate Court of Appeals of the State of Hawaii issued a summary disposition order in the trust dispute concerning the Raymond K. Tanaka Trust. This order addresses the appeal from the Circuit Court's final judgment regarding property ownership and Lance Tanaka's beneficial rights in the trust.

Amended order dismisses appeal for lack of jurisdiction

The Intermediate Court of Appeals of the State of Hawaii issued an amended order dismissing an appeal filed by J.M. The dismissal is due to a lack of jurisdiction, as the Family Court had not yet entered a dissolution of marriage order, rendering the appealed order not independently appealable. The court will take no further action on related orders and motions.

Supreme Court Rejects Application for Writ of Certiorari

The Supreme Court of the State of Hawaiʻi has rejected an application for a writ of certiorari filed by William F. McKenzie and others. This decision means the lower court's ruling will stand, and the case will not be heard by the Supreme Court.

Court affirms denial of mother's motion for unsupervised visitation

The Intermediate Court of Appeals of the State of Hawaiʻi affirmed a family court's denial of a mother's motion to modify a custody order for unsupervised visitation. The court found the mother failed to prove a change in circumstances sufficient to warrant further modification.

TBC Koloa Town, LLC v. Pizzetta, Inc. - Contempt Order Appeal

The Intermediate Court of Appeals of Hawaii issued a summary disposition order on an appeal concerning a contempt order. The appeal was filed by Defendant-Appellant Catherine M. Shyne against Plaintiff-Appellee TBC Koloa Town LLC. The court reviewed Shyne's points of error regarding the contempt order and a prior order for judgment debtor examination.

Kim v. Parcel K-Tudor Hall Farm - Interpleader Finality of Judgment

The Court of Special Appeals of Maryland dismissed an appeal in Kim v. Parcel K-Tudor Hall Farm, ruling that an interpleader judgment is not final until all claimant claims are resolved. The court found the appeal premature as the circuit court had not yet completed the second step of the interpleader process.

United States v. Atoris Slater - Criminal Appeal

The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals issued an opinion in United States v. Atoris Slater (Docket No. 22-2838). The case involves a defendant appealing his sentence, which was impacted by the conversion ratios used for marijuana edibles under the Sentencing Guidelines. The court's decision may affect how drug quantities are calculated in similar cases.

Chicago Headline Club v. Kristi Noem - Court Opinion

The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a preliminary injunction against federal immigration enforcement activities in Chicago. The court dismissed the appeal as moot after the plaintiffs voluntarily sought dismissal of their case due to the cessation of the enforcement operation.

Chicago Headline Club v. Kristi Noem - Civil Rights

The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a district court's preliminary injunction that regulated federal immigration enforcement in Chicago. The court dismissed the appeal after the plaintiffs voluntarily sought to dismiss their case, citing the end of 'Operation Midway Blitz'. This action removes the prior injunction against federal immigration authorities.

Campbell v. Bisignano - Social Security Civil Case

A new civil case, Campbell v. Bisignano, was filed on March 5, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves Social Security benefits and is classified under Nature of Suit: Social Security: SSID Tit. XIV. The filing includes a complaint and a motion for leave to proceed in forma pauperis.

Cohen v Hakim: Admar International ownership dispute memorandum opinion

The US District Court for the District of Delaware issued a memorandum opinion in Cohen v. Hakim, concerning an ownership dispute over Admar International, Inc. The court denied a motion to remand the case to state court, allowing the federal litigation to proceed.

West River Fish Consumption Advisory

The Connecticut Department of Public Health has issued an advisory regarding fish consumption from the West River due to a fuel oil spill. Residents are urged to avoid eating fish caught in the affected area until further notice.

ICO Decision: Council incorrectly withheld FOI information

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has ruled that Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council incorrectly withheld information under FOI and EIR exemptions. The council must now reconsider the complainant's requests within 30 days.

ICO Decision: Council correct to withhold park expenditure information

The UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) issued a decision finding Ards and North Down Borough Council was correct to withhold certain park expenditure information under commercial confidentiality exemptions. The ICO does not require the council to take further action.

ICO Decision on DBT Information Disclosure

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) issued a decision regarding the Department for Business and Trade's (DBT) handling of an information request. While DBT was largely correct in withholding information, the ICO found breaches related to exceeding response times.

ICO Decision on East Hampshire Council FOIA Complaint

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) issued a decision regarding a complaint against East Hampshire Council concerning a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request. The ICO found the council was justified in withholding some information but had breached FOIA regulations in its initial handling of the request. No further steps are required from the council.

ICO Decision: Home Office Correct to Deny FOI Request

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has ruled that the Home Office was correct to deny an FOI request concerning Kemi Badenoch by neither confirming nor denying holding the information, citing personal data exemptions. The decision upholds the Home Office's use of Section 40(5B) of the FOIA.

ICO Decision Notice: St John's College Land Info Request

The ICO upheld a breach of regulation 14(3) of the Environmental Information Regulations (EIR) against St John's College for refusing an information request under the wrong legislation. However, the ICO found the request to be manifestly unreasonable under EIR 12(4)(b) and did not require the College to comply.

ICO Orders Lincolnshire Council to Redo FOI Searches

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has ordered Lincolnshire County Council to redo its Freedom of Information (FOI) searches for a court case. The ICO found that the council likely holds additional information relevant to the request and must issue a fresh response.

ICO Decision Notice: Health Board FOI Cost Compliance Upheld

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) issued a decision notice regarding a Freedom of Information (FOI) request made to Aneurin Bevan University Health Board. The ICO found that the Health Board was justified in relying on the cost of compliance exemption (FOI 12(1)) to refuse the request and met its obligations to offer advice and assistance.

ICO Decision Notice: West Yorkshire Police Speed Camera Info Withheld

The ICO has issued a decision notice regarding West Yorkshire Police's refusal to disclose speed camera information. The Commissioner found that the police correctly applied exemptions under FOIA and that the public interest favoured withholding the information, requiring no further action from the police.

ICO Decision Notice: Ministry of Defence Nuclear Site Events Complaint

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has issued a decision notice regarding a complaint against the Ministry of Defence (MOD). While the MOD was found to have breached information rights regulations by failing to respond within statutory timeframes, the requested information regarding nuclear site events was ultimately exempt from disclosure.