Closner v. PeaceHealth - Court of Appeals Opinion

The Washington Court of Appeals Division III issued an opinion in the case of Closner v. PeaceHealth, docket number 40991-1. The opinion was filed on February 26, 2026, and concerns an appeal from Clark Superior Court.

Labor proposes rule clarifying employee, contractor status

The U.S. Department of Labor has proposed a new rule to clarify the distinction between employees and independent contractors under federal wage and hour laws. This proposal would rescind the 2024 final rule and revert to an analysis similar to the one used in 2021, aiming to simplify compliance for employers and ensure worker protections.

DOL Cites Adonel Concrete for 9 Violations After Fatal Injury

The U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA has cited Adonel Concrete Corp. with nine serious violations following a fatal workplace injury. The company faces $58,604 in proposed penalties for inadequate machine guarding and other safety failures.

Colorado Firearms Background Check Operating Hours Bill

Colorado Bill HB26-1302 proposes to alter the operating hours for the Colorado Bureau of Investigation's Firearms InstaCheck Unit. The bill is currently in the 'Under Consideration' stage of the legislative process.

Colorado Youthful Offender System Updates

Colorado Bill HB26-1064 updates the state's youthful offender system by revising eligibility, emphasizing trauma-informed care, and expanding procedural protections for participants with disabilities. The bill also adds data reporting requirements for the Department of Corrections.

Colorado Enacts Uniform Assignment for Benefit of Creditors Act

Colorado has enacted the Uniform Assignment for Benefit of Creditors Act, establishing a new framework for the transfer of assets by an assignor to an assignee for the benefit of creditors. The act outlines specific duties for assignors and assignees, including fiduciary responsibilities for the assignee and notification requirements for creditors.

Colorado Bill Modifies Election Laws

Colorado Bill HB26-1113, effective January 1, 2026, modifies the Uniform Election Code of 1992 and the Colorado Open Records Act. Key changes include updates to voter identification, registration processes for students, procedures for presidential and congressional vacancy elections, and ballot access requirements.

Colorado Bill: Bipartisan Election Judges for Mail Ballot Signature Verification

Colorado's HB26-1080 proposes requiring county clerks to use bipartisan election judge teams for mail ballot signature verification, replacing the current single-judge system. The Secretary of State would adopt rules for this new procedure. The bill is currently under consideration in the 2026 Regular Session.

Colorado Bill HB26-1137: Campaign Consultant Requirements

Colorado Bill HB26-1137 proposes new requirements for campaign consultants, including prohibitions against representing adverse interests or supporting opposing candidates without client consent. The bill allows for civil suits by aggrieved persons alleging violations.

Colorado Bill: Nonemergency Medical Transportation Services for Medicaid

Colorado Bill SB26-063 proposes new requirements for nonemergency medical transportation services for Medicaid members. The bill mandates that transportation brokers contract with at least five providers and allows Medicaid members to preapprove services and choose preferred providers.