Ninth Circuit Grants Motion to Dismiss Trump Appeals

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals granted a motion to dismiss consolidated appeals filed by Donald J. Trump and other federal officials. The court dismissed the appeals, with each party bearing its own costs, and denied a prior motion to dismiss as moot.

Labor Department Cites Contractor for 16 Serious Violations After Fatalities

The U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA has cited Construction Labor Services Inc. for 16 serious violations following a worksite incident that resulted in two worker fatalities due to exposure to sewage gas. The agency has proposed penalties totaling $257,707.

Washington State Health Provider License Actions

The Washington State Department of Health has revoked or suspended the licenses, certifications, or registrations of six health care providers. These actions were taken due to various violations including neglect of vulnerable adults, submitting false information, and patient care issues.

USA v. Brandenburg - Bomb Threats Sentencing Enhancement

The Ninth Circuit affirmed a sentencing enhancement for Bryan Melvin Brandenburg for substantial disruption of governmental functions related to bomb threats. The court held that security responses to threats qualify as governmental functions, even if not publicly visible.

Richmond Schools v. Meta Platforms - Product Liability

Richmond Community Schools has filed a product liability lawsuit against Meta Platforms, Inc. and other defendants in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, Case Number 4:26-cv-01391, was filed on February 17, 2026, alleging personal injury due to product liability.

Eady v. Edlow et al - Other Immigration Actions

A new civil case, Eady v. Edlow et al, was filed on February 17, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves 'Other Immigration Actions' and names Joseph B. Edlow and USCIS as defendants. The filing fee was $405.

GGH-GAL-0001 et al v. Roblox Corporation et al - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, GGH-GAL-0001 et al v. Roblox Corporation et al, was filed on February 17, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The complaint alleges personal injury and seeks damages against Roblox Corporation and Discord Inc.

M. v. Lyft, Inc. et al - Civil Case

A new civil case, M. v. Lyft, Inc. et al, was filed on February 17, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves a complaint and a motion for leave to file under pseudonym, with a filing fee of $405.

Thomas v. NETRITION INC. D/B/A PATCHAID - TCPA Civil Filing

A civil complaint was filed by Serena Thomas against NETRITION INC. D/B/A PATCHAID in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, identified by docket number 3:26-cv-01390, is based on the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). The filing date was February 17, 2026.

Murray City School District v. Meta Platforms - Product Liability Lawsuit

Murray City School District has filed a product liability lawsuit against Meta Platforms, Inc. and other defendants in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, docketed as 4:26-cv-01389, was filed on February 17, 2026, with the nature of the suit listed as Personal Injury Product Liability.