OCC Simplifies Bank Licensing for Institutions Under $30 Billion

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has issued a final rule amending community bank licensing procedures. This rule simplifies the process for banks with assets under $30 billion, aiming to reduce regulatory burden. The amendments are effective April 3, 2026.

US v. Robles-Lopez - Sentencing Appeal

The First Circuit Court of Appeals vacated the sentence for Crystall Kareem Robles-Lopez, finding the District Court failed to properly analyze her eligibility for a reduced sentence based on her minor role in the offense. The case is remanded for resentencing.

Cruz Construction v. Beacon Communities - Contract Dispute and Discrimination

The First Circuit affirmed a district court's summary judgment for Beacon Communities in a case brought by Cruz Construction. Cruz alleged breach of contract and racial discrimination for being excluded from a housing redevelopment project bid. The court found insufficient evidence to support Cruz's claims.

Perruzzi v. Campbell Soup Company - Arbitration Dispute

The First Circuit Court of Appeals vacated and remanded a district court's decision in Perruzzi v. Campbell Soup Company. The case concerns whether independent distributors are exempt from arbitration under the Federal Arbitration Act's transportation worker exemption. The appellate court's ruling will impact how arbitration agreements are applied to similar worker classifications.

Guallini-Indij v. Banco Popular de Puerto Rico - Debtors' Appeal

The First Circuit Court of Appeals vacated and remanded a lower court's decision in Guallini-Indij v. Banco Popular de Puerto Rico. The court found merit in the debtors' appeal concerning predatory collection practices, potentially impacting how financial institutions handle loan modifications and foreclosures in Puerto Rico.

M.L. v. Meta Platforms, Inc. et al - Personal Injury Product Liability

A new civil case, M.L. v. Meta Platforms, Inc. et al, was filed on March 4, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves personal injury and product liability claims and has been transferred for coordinated pretrial proceedings.

Cole v. ByteDance, Ltd et al - Civil Case

A new civil case, Cole v. ByteDance, Ltd et al, was filed on March 4, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves personal injury and product liability claims. A recent filing indicates the case has been transferred for coordinated pretrial proceedings.

Thompson v. Meta Platforms, Inc. - Personal Injury Product Liability

A new civil case, Thompson v. Meta Platforms, Inc., was filed on March 4, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves personal injury and product liability claims under diversity jurisdiction. No specific summary of the case is currently available.

Ehrlich v. Meta Platforms, Inc. - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, Ehrlich v. Meta Platforms, Inc., was filed on March 4, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves personal injury and product liability claims and has been transferred for coordinated pretrial proceedings.

Williams v. Meta Platforms, Inc. - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, Williams v. Meta Platforms, Inc., was filed on March 4, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves personal injury and product liability claims and has been transferred for coordinated pretrial proceedings.