CMA Seeks Views on UK Dentistry Market

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is seeking views from consumers and dental professionals on the dentistry market. The consultation aims to gather information to inform decisions about dental care and payment in the UK, with a deadline for submissions on March 19, 2026.

CMA Market Study Private Dental Services - Call for Evidence

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has opened a call for evidence regarding its market study into private dental services. Dental professionals are invited to share their experiences and insights on challenges within the sector, with the evidence submission deadline set for March 19, 2026.

CMA Launches Private Dental Services Market Study

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched a market study into the supply of private dental services in the UK. The CMA is inviting views from consumers and dental professionals by April 2, 2026, on the proposed scope of the study.

CMA Private Dental Services Market Study Engagement Guidance

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched a market study into the UK's private dental services sector, focusing on market performance and potential improvements. The CMA is inviting views on the proposed scope, with a deadline for responses on April 2, 2026.

CMA Call for Evidence: Private Dental Services Consumer Experience

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has opened a call for evidence regarding consumers' experiences with private dental services in the UK. The consultation seeks views on factors influencing choices and payment methods for private treatments and closes on March 19, 2026.

CMA Market Study into Private Dentistry Sector

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched a market study into the £8 billion private dentistry sector. The CMA is seeking views from consumers and dental professionals to assess market functioning and identify potential issues.

Ochar v. Apple Federal Credit Union - Civil Action Dismissal

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the district court's dismissal of Wilson Ochar's civil action against Apple Federal Credit Union and denied his motion to amend the judgment. The court also affirmed the imposition of a prefiling injunction against Ochar.

Wilson Ochar v. Ameris Bank - Appeal Dismissed in Part, Affirmed in Part

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals dismissed in part and affirmed in part the district court's order in Wilson Ochar v. Ameris Bank. The appeal regarding the dismissal of consolidated actions was dismissed for lack of jurisdiction due to a late filing, while the prefiling injunction was affirmed.

Brian Farabee v. Commissioner - Appeal of Habeas Corpus Petition Dismissal

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals dismissed Brian Farabee's appeal of a district court order that dismissed his habeas corpus petition. The dismissal was based on Farabee's failure to exhaust state court remedies, and a certificate of appealability was denied.

Johnson v. Adams - Appeal of Pretrial Detainee's Death

The Fourth Circuit affirmed a district court's grant of summary judgment in favor of prison employees and a medical contractor in a lawsuit alleging deliberate indifference to a pretrial detainee's medical needs. The court found no genuine dispute of material fact regarding the defendants' liability for the detainee's death.

US v. Kenneth Hart - Opinion Affirmed

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the district court's resentencing of Kenneth Wayne Hart to 300 months. Hart was convicted of drug and sex trafficking offenses. The court found his arguments regarding procedural and substantive unreasonableness of the sentence to be without merit.

Crawford v. Prince George's County Schools - ADA Claim Affirmed

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's decision granting summary judgment to Prince George's County Public Schools in a failure-to-accommodate claim under the Americans with Disabilities Act. The court denied a motion to dismiss the appeal as untimely, finding excusable neglect for an extension.

Elon Musk Petition for Writ of Mandamus - Deposition Protective Order

Elon Musk and several government entities filed a petition for a writ of mandamus with the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals after a district court denied their motion for a protective order. The protective order sought to prevent the deposition of Musk and other high-ranking officials in a case alleging violations of the Appointments Clause and separation of powers principles.

Ochar v. Ameris Bank - Affirmation of Dismissal

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's order dismissing a civil action filed by Wilson Ochar against Ameris Bank and other financial institutions. The court denied the appellant's motions for amended brief, consent orders, recusal, and sanctions.

Bouvet v. Illinois Union Insurance Company - Product Liability Litigation

This document is a published court opinion from the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals in the matter of Aqueous Film-Forming Foams Products Liability Litigation. It details the legal arguments and decisions concerning insurance coverage disputes related to these products.

Natalie Thomas v. EOTech, LLC - Employment Law Opinion

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that private parties cannot prospectively shorten the time employees have to sue their employers under Title VII or the ADEA. The court vacated a district court's decision that enforced a 180-day limitations agreement, finding it disrupted statutory remedial schemes.

Bohatikov v. Bohatikova - Hague Convention Child Abduction

The Fourth Circuit affirmed a district court's decision to return two children to Wales under the Hague Convention. The court found the children's habitual residence was Wales and rejected the mother's grave risk defense. The opinion clarifies the application of the Hague Convention and International Child Abduction Remedies Act.

Covidien motion to strike denied in hernia mesh litigation

The District Court for Massachusetts denied Covidien's motion to strike a declaration from Dr. Lucian Newman III in the hernia mesh products liability litigation. The court found that the declaration was properly submitted and did not violate discovery rules or constitute a sham affidavit. This ruling pertains to MDL No. 22-md-03029-PBS.

Duarte v. Frane - Order to Show Cause for Dismissal

The U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts has ordered plaintiff Eric J. Duarte to show cause within 28 days why his civil action should not be dismissed for failure to complete service of process. The court noted that no proof of service has been filed, and the USMS has not received documents for this action.

FDA Warning Letter to Las Americas Supermercado#2 Inc.

The FDA issued a warning letter to Las Americas Supermercado#2 Inc. for significant violations of the Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP) regulation. The inspection revealed the company failed to develop and maintain an FSVP for imported foods, a violation of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.

State AGs Announce Takedown of Multi-County Retail Theft Ring

Ten State Attorneys General, led by Florida AG James Uthmeier, announced the arrest of seven individuals involved in a large-scale organized retail theft ring. The ring targeted beauty and fragrance products across multiple Florida counties, causing tens of thousands of dollars in losses to retailers between November 2024 and summer 2025.

State v. Thomas - Withdrawal of Guilty Plea

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed the trial court's denial of a motion to withdraw a guilty plea in the case of State v. Thomas. The appellant pleaded guilty to charges including felonious assault and theft.

Wood v. Energex Power, Inc. - Appealability of Reconsideration Denial

The Ohio Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal in Wood v. Energex Power, Inc., ruling that an order denying a motion for reconsideration is not a final, appealable order. The court found that the appeal was improperly filed and therefore dismissed the case.

Law Offices of Robert E. Soles, Jr., Co., LPA v. Swinderman - Civ.R. 60(B) Motion

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision denying a motion to vacate a default judgment. The appellant failed to establish a meritorious defense or excusable neglect, and the court found no error in the trial court's judgment.

Court Limits Podiatrist Testimony on Spinal Cord Stimulator Necessity

The Delaware Superior Court has limited the testimony of a treating podiatrist regarding the necessity and cost of a spinal cord stimulator. The court found that while the podiatrist could testify about his treatment and recommendations, his expertise did not extend to the specific device or its cost, necessitating referral to a specialist.

Naim Fahridine v. Plume Design, Inc. - Judgment on Pleadings and Summary Judgment

The Delaware Superior Court ruled on motions for judgment on the pleadings and summary judgment in the case of Naim Fahridine v. Plume Design, Inc. The court granted in part and denied in part both parties' motions concerning the retirement of a promissory note and associated tax liabilities.

Noah Sharp v. State of Delaware - Postconviction Relief Denied

The Delaware Superior Court denied Noah Sharp's motion for postconviction relief and granted the motion to withdraw as counsel for Patrick J. Collins. Sharp was convicted of murder and related charges in October 2022 and sentenced to life in prison.

State of Tennessee v. Tony Charles Davenport - Appeal Dismissed

The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals dismissed the appeal of Tony Charles Davenport, who was convicted of reckless homicide, attempted second degree murder, and attempted voluntary manslaughter. The court found that Davenport's notice of appeal was untimely filed and did not warrant waiver.

People v. Berger - Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a judgment convicting Robert Berger of attempted criminal possession of stolen property. The court upheld the imposition of an enhanced sentence due to the defendant's failure to appear for sentencing, which violated the terms of his plea agreement.

People v. Wheeler - Criminal Sale of Controlled Substance Conviction

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York affirmed a judgment convicting Damon Wheeler of criminal sale of a controlled substance in the third degree. The conviction followed a plea of guilty, and the court found the defendant's waiver of appeal to be valid, precluding review of the sentence.

People v. Olivarez - Sentencing Appeal

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York affirmed a sentence imposed on Antonio Olivarez. The court found that the sentence was not excessive, referencing prior case law.

People v. Brock - Appellate Division Opinion

The New York Appellate Division affirmed a judgment convicting Isaiah Brock of criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree. The court found no non-frivolous issues on appeal and granted the motion to withdraw as counsel.

People v. Alonzo - Criminal Conviction Affirmation

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York affirmed a judgment convicting Jose Ramos Alonzo of rape in the first degree. The court found the defendant's contentions regarding an enhanced sentence and the validity of his appeal waiver to be unpreserved or without merit.

People v. Essor - Criminal Conviction Affirmation

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York affirmed a judgment convicting Richard Essor of murder in the second degree and criminal possession of a weapon. The court found the defendant's contentions regarding juror excusal and sentencing unpreserved for review or without merit.

Lancaster v Chun - Mandamus Proceeding Dismissed

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York dismissed a proceeding in the nature of mandamus to compel an acting justice to sign a proposed order to show cause. The court found the petitioner failed to demonstrate a clear legal right to the relief sought.

Pomeranz v Shor - Conversion and Unjust Enrichment Case

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York affirmed a lower court's order dismissing a complaint for conversion and unjust enrichment. The dismissal was based on the doctrine of res judicata, preventing the re-litigation of claims that were or could have been raised in a prior matrimonial action.

Dadi-Mehmetaj v. Hastings Collective, LLC - Real Estate Contract Dispute

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a lower court's order denying a motion for summary judgment and granting summary judgment to the plaintiff in a real estate contract dispute. The court directed the release of a $107,500 down payment to the plaintiff.

Michael Gangi Plumbing & Heating Contrs., Inc. v. World Bus. Lenders - Dismissal of Claims

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York affirmed a lower court's order dismissing claims brought by Josephine Theisen against World Business Lenders and Axos Bank. The claims included violations of General Business Law § 349 and fraud. The decision was issued on March 4, 2026.

People v. Franklin - Criminal Conviction Affirmation

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a criminal conviction for robbery in the first degree. The court upheld the denial of the defendant's motion to suppress identification testimony, finding the pretrial identification procedures were not unduly suggestive.

People v. Bradford - Criminal Appeal

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York affirmed a judgment convicting Rodney Bradford of criminal possession of a weapon in the third degree. The court found that the defendant knowingly, voluntarily, and intelligently waived his right to appeal, precluding review of his contentions regarding the suppression motion and the sentence imposed.

Dursi v. Coffey - Neighbor Dispute Over Bamboo Encroachment

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a lower court's decision granting a petition for a license to enter neighboring property to install a bamboo root barrier. The case addresses a dispute arising from bamboo encroachment between adjacent property owners.

Axos Bank v. Michael Gangi Plumbing & Heating Contrs., Inc.

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a lower court's decision to dismiss counterclaims in a mortgage foreclosure action. The case involves Axos Bank and Michael Gangi Plumbing & Heating Contractors, Inc., among other defendants, concerning two mortgages.

Harrington v. Ortolani - Defamation Case Opinion

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York issued an opinion in Harrington v. Ortolani. The court affirmed in part and reversed in part a lower court's order regarding a defamation action between condominium unit owners.

People v. Harris - Appellate Division Opinion

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York modified a judgment against Wayne Harris by vacating the imposition of a mandatory surcharge and fees. This modification was based on the defendant being under 21 at the time of the crime, as permitted by Criminal Procedure Law § 420.35(2-a).

People v. Haynesworth - Criminal Conviction Appeal

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a criminal conviction for attempted criminal sale of a controlled substance in the third degree. The court found no non-frivolous issues on appeal and granted the assigned counsel's motion to withdraw.

Phillips v. Varma - Medical Malpractice Appeal Decision

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York reversed a lower court's decision, denying summary judgment to defendants Vikas Varma and Neuro-Pain Care, P.C. The court reinstated the medical malpractice and lack of informed consent claims against these defendants, finding that triable issues of fact exist regarding the plaintiff's infection following epidural steroid injections.

Matter of Any Vanessa M. - Juvenile Delinquency Proceeding

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York modified an amended order of disposition in a juvenile delinquency proceeding. The court adjusted the credit for time spent in detention, extending it from May 24, 2024, to April 15, 2019, for a total placement period of three years.

Motor Finance Compensation Scheme Implementation Period

The FCA has announced that a proposed motor finance compensation scheme will include an implementation period of 3 to 5 months. This aims to streamline the process for consumers to receive compensation and for firms to manage claims, with millions expected to receive payouts in 2026.

FCA fines John Wood Group £12.99M for misleading statements

The FCA has fined John Wood Group PLC £12,993,700 for publishing inaccurate information in its financial results for 2022, 2023, and the first half of 2024. The company failed to maintain adequate systems and controls, leading to misleading statements that impacted its share price.

United Utilities Environmental Permit Application Advertisement

The Environment Agency has published an advertisement for an environmental permit application submitted by United Utilities Water Limited for a Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) at Lostock Close / Chale Close CSO. The notice provides details of the application and explains the public consultation process.