António Costa Remarks on Economy and Quality Jobs

European Council President António Costa delivered remarks on the economy and quality jobs following a tripartite social summit. He highlighted upcoming EU leader decisions on strengthening European competitiveness, reducing dependencies, and ensuring fair working conditions.

Media Advisory: European Council Meeting March 19-20, 2026

The EU Council has issued a media advisory for the European Council meeting scheduled for March 19-20, 2026. The advisory outlines the indicative programme for the meeting, including sessions on foreign affairs, competitiveness, and the situation in Ukraine, and provides details for media access and accreditation.

State of Indiana v. David E. Watson - Criminal Case Appeal

The Indiana Court of Appeals reversed and remanded the State of Indiana v. David E. Watson case. The court ruled that evidence of the alleged victim's prior accusations against others could be introduced in the prosecution against Watson, who is charged with sexual misconduct and child exploitation.

Roger Rodriguez Jr. v. State of Indiana - Criminal Appeal

The Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed the convictions of Roger Rodriguez Jr. for murder and Level 3 felony robbery. The court clarified the procedure for preserving continuing objections to evidence under Indiana Evidence Rule 103.

Demarcus Solvontez Davis v. State of Indiana - Criminal Appeal

The Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed the convictions and sentence of Demarcus Solvontez Davis for murder and Level 3 felony robbery. The court addressed issues including the joinder of defendants for trial, challenges to peremptory strikes, prosecutorial remarks, sufficiency of evidence, and sentence appropriateness.

NIST CSWP 37A Automation of the Cryptographic Module Validation Program

NIST has published CSWP 37A, detailing the automation of the Cryptographic Module Validation Program (CMVP). This white paper reports on the progress of the Automated Cryptographic Module Validation Project (ACMVP) and outlines planned next steps for improving the efficiency of FIPS 140-3 validation processes.

AEPD Resolution on GDPR Rights Procedure

The Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD) has issued a resolution regarding a procedure for handling GDPR rights. The resolution addresses a complaint where a data subject exercised their right of access, and the respondent failed to provide a legally established response within the stipulated timeframe. This action initiates a formal procedure against the respondent for non-compliance.

AEPD Spain: GDPR Fine of €4M for Data Information Failure

The Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD) has issued a €4 million fine to SERVICIOS INMOBILIARIOS Y GESTIÓN RCL-MADRID, S.L. for failing to provide requested information during an investigation. This action stems from a complaint regarding potential GDPR violations.

MA AG Seeks Court Order to Enforce School Mental Health Grants

The Massachusetts Attorney General's office has filed a motion to enforce a court order requiring the U.S. Department of Education to fully fund school mental health grants. The Department previously awarded only six months of funding, violating a December 2025 order.

MA AG Distributes $4M Restitution to 47,000 Boston Sports Club Consumers

The Massachusetts Attorney General's Office is distributing nearly $4 million in restitution to approximately 47,000 consumers who were former customers of Boston Sports Club. The restitution follows a lawsuit against the former CEO for unfairly charging members during COVID-19 closures.

Canada Safeguard Investigation on Certain Vegetable Goods

Canada has initiated a safeguard investigation into imports of certain vegetable goods. Interested parties, including importers and exporters, have deadlines in April 2026 to participate and submit information, with a hearing scheduled for June 2026.

WTO Market Access Committee Improves Recording of Trade Concern Resolutions

The WTO's Committee on Market Access has adopted a decision to improve the recording of how trade concerns are resolved. This change introduces a new agenda item for reporting resolved trade concerns and a database to track their status. The Committee also communicated with the World Customs Organization regarding tariff classification for menstrual products.

Health Canada Recalls Vacuum Bag SU Large Due to Leakage Risk

Health Canada has issued a Type II recall for the Milestone S.R.L. Vacuum Bag SU Large due to a risk of leakage from the specimen container. Healthcare providers are advised to contact the manufacturer for additional information.

Angiographic Catheters Recalled Due to Molded Hub Non-Conformance

Health Canada has issued a recall for AngioDynamics' Soft-Vu and Accu-Vu 4 FR Angiographic Catheters due to a molded hub non-conformance. The defect may prevent guidewire passage, though no injuries have been reported in Canada. Healthcare providers should contact the manufacturer for information.

Bobby Hampton v. Governor Jeff Landry - Louisiana Court of Appeal Opinion

The Louisiana Court of Appeal granted supervisory writs in Bobby Hampton v. Governor Jeff Landry, reversing a lower court's exception of no cause of action on counts I, II, III, and VII. The court found that the petition should be maintained to allow the litigant an opportunity to present evidence.

The Cannabis Place 420 Corp. v. Planning Board of Jersey City

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division heard an appeal from The Cannabis Place 420 Corp. regarding the Jersey City Planning Board's approval of Kushmart Jersey, LLC as a conditional use cannabis retailer. The court's non-precedential opinion addresses the denial of the plaintiff's complaints seeking to overturn the planning board's approval and the City Council's resolution of local support.

Plastic Surgery Center v. Unitedhealthcare Insurance Company - Insurance Dispute Opinion

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division issued a non-precedential opinion in The Plastic Surgery Center, Pa v. Unitedhealthcare Insurance Company. The case involves a dispute over payment for a surgical bill, where the provider claimed a binding settlement agreement was formed, but the insurer argued it was merely an invitation to reduce the demand.

Rownak Jahan v. Aminul Karim - Family Support Modification Appeal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a lower court's decision denying a motion to modify alimony and child support obligations. The court also upheld the award of attorney's fees to the plaintiff. The appeal was filed under docket number A-2107-24.

NJ Superior Court: Firearms Application Denial Appeal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division reviewed an appeal concerning the denial of Mikhail Polatov's application for a Firearms Purchaser Identification Card and Permit to Purchase a Handgun. The court interpreted recent amendments to N.J.S.A. 2C:58-3(c)(5), focusing on the 'essential character of temperament' required for firearm ownership.

O.D. v. J.S. - Domestic Violence Restraining Order Appeal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a final restraining order against J.S. in favor of O.D. based on predicate acts of stalking and harassment. The court also affirmed an order awarding plaintiff $16,327.50 in counsel fees.

State v. Jada M. McClain - Criminal Appeal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a lower court's denial of post-conviction relief for Jada M. McClain. The appeal concerned claims of ineffective assistance of trial counsel related to defense investigation, expert retention, and filing a direct appeal.

Mahima Joishy v. Chubb Insurance Company of New Jersey - Insurance Coverage Dispute

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a jury's finding of no cause of action for Mahima Joishy against Chubb Insurance Company of New Jersey. The court also affirmed prior orders denying summary judgment and reconsideration motions for both parties.

C.L. v. Big Brothers Big Sisters of America - NJ Superior Court Opinion

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a lower court's decision granting summary judgment to Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA) and its affiliate. The case involved a lawsuit filed by an individual alleging sexual abuse by a mentor decades prior.

A.D. v. Superior Court - Writ Petition Denied

The California Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District, Division Two, denied a writ petition filed by A.D. challenging orders terminating reunification services for his children and setting a selection and implementation hearing. The court also denied his request for reunification services for another child.

Dion v. Weber - California Court of Appeal Opinion

The California Court of Appeal ruled in Dion v. Weber that the Secretary of State could not assert a statute of limitations defense against claims for payment from the Victims of Corporate Fraud Compensation Fund. The court affirmed in part and reversed in part the lower court's order.

People v. Hunt-Cooks - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District, has filed an opinion in the case of People v. Hunt-Cooks. The court modified the judgment by striking certain fines and fees imposed on the defendant, citing recent Supreme Court precedent regarding ability to pay and constitutional challenges to punitive fines. The conviction itself was otherwise affirmed.

Marriage of Zhang and Mo - Family Law Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Sixth Appellate District, filed an opinion in the case of Marriage of Zhang and Mo. The court affirmed the trial court's denial of a request for a spousal support true-up based on bonus wages, finding the appellant failed to demonstrate error on appeal.

Walton v. Victor Valley Community College District - Employment Law Appeal

The California Court of Appeal reversed and remanded a summary judgment for Victor Valley Community College District in a sexual harassment case filed by student Jessie Walton. The court found the trial court erred in excluding evidence and in its findings regarding the Fair Employment and Housing Act claims and the Government Claims Act.

Donart v. Bland - Child Custody Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District, Division Six, filed an opinion in the case of Donart v. Bland on March 18, 2026. The court affirmed the trial court's order granting sole legal and physical custody to the father and limiting the mother's visitation. The opinion is designated as non-precedential.

Wright v. WellQuest Elk Grove - Court of Appeal Opinion

The California Court of Appeal filed an opinion in Wright v. WellQuest Elk Grove, docket number C105070. The court affirmed the trial court's denial of WellQuest's motion to stay proceedings and compel arbitration, finding that the family's claims were not arbitrable.

Soulliere v. Suzuki Motor Corp. - CA Court of Appeal Opinion

The California Court of Appeal for the Fourth District, Division Three, issued an opinion in Soulliere v. Suzuki Motor Corp. The court reversed and remanded a $41 million judgment against Suzuki, finding insufficient evidence for punitive damages and error in excluding police officer testimony, while upholding the jury's finding of a product defect. This ruling impacts product liability claims and evidentiary standards in California.

People v. Rajagopal - Criminal Threats Conviction

The California Court of Appeal, Fifth Appellate District, filed an opinion in the case of People v. Rajagopal. The court affirmed the conviction of defendant Gopi Rajagopal for criminal threats. The opinion is designated as non-precedential.

People v. Aguilera - Criminal Conviction Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District, Division Three, filed an opinion in the case of People v. Aguilera. The court affirmed the defendant's convictions for attempted robbery, assault, battery, and sexual battery, and his three-year prison sentence.

Greenville Ranch v Bristol Retail XV - Real Estate Lease Dispute

The California Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District, Division Three, affirmed an order confirming an arbitration award in the case of Greenville Ranch, LLC v. Bristol Retail XV, LLC. The dispute concerned the fair market value of land underlying a retail shopping center, impacting rent adjustments.

People v. Magana - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District, Division Three, filed a non-precedential opinion in the case of People v. Magana. The court affirmed the judgment of the lower court, which had placed the defendant on formal probation for two years after a jury found him guilty of unlawful burning, a lesser included offense of arson.

People v. Garcia - Criminal Appeal Opinion

The California Court of Appeal, Third Appellate District, issued an opinion in the case of People v. Garcia. The court affirmed the trial court's denial of a resentencing petition filed under Penal Code section 1172.6, following a transfer from the Supreme Court for reconsideration in light of People v. Emanuel.

Marriage of J.M. and S.M. - Domestic Violence Restraining Order Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District, Division Six, affirmed a trial court's denial of a motion to dismiss a domestic violence restraining order request. The appeal concerned the procedural timeline for setting the hearing date.

People v. Saucer - Criminal Conviction Appeal

The California Court of Appeal for the First Appellate District has issued an opinion in the case of People v. Saucer. The court affirmed the judgment, directing a correction to the abstract of judgment, while addressing the impact of Assembly Bill 333 on the defendant's convictions.

Meiner v. Super. Ct. - Search of Financial Accounts on Probation

The California Court of Appeal ruled that an Apple Pay account is considered a 'financial account' and is therefore excluded from probation search terms. The court ordered the suppression of evidence obtained from such a search.

People v. Palacio - Criminal Conviction Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Third Appellate District, affirmed a trial court's decision regarding resentencing for Dominic Damon Palacio. The court found no merit in defendant's contentions that prior strike convictions should have been dismissed and upheld the reimposed sentence.

People v. Stroh - Involuntary Treatment Order Appeal

The California Court of Appeal affirmed a trial court's order compelling involuntary treatment with antipsychotic medication for Thomas Stroh. The appeal challenged the substantial evidence supporting the order for involuntary treatment.

In re S.R. - Juvenile Dependency Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Fifth Appellate District, has issued a non-precedential opinion in the case of In re S.R. The court dismissed the mother's appeal from the juvenile court's dispositional order declaring her children dependents, finding no arguable issues.

People v. Gormley - Felony Vandalism Conviction Appeal

The California Court of Appeal modified a probation condition in the case of People v. Gormley, concerning felony vandalism. The court agreed to modify the requirement for the defendant to pay for counseling at his own expense, citing separation of powers concerns.

Ofcom Research on Online Child Abuse and Exploitation

Ofcom has published new global research on online child abuse and exploitation, conducted by Protect Children. The findings provide insights into offender behavior, access methods for CSAM, and the impact of platform design features, aiming to inform regulatory efforts.

Hawaii DOH Reports Measles Virus in Kauaʻi Wastewater

The Hawaii Department of Health (DOH) reported detecting measles virus in a wastewater sample from Kauaʻi County, collected on February 25, 2026. This detection serves as an early indicator, prompting increased monitoring and awareness for potential measles cases statewide.

FCC Grants First Conditional Approvals for UAS and Components

The FCC's Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau has announced the first conditional approvals for Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) and critical components. This action exempts these approved systems from the FCC's Covered List, impacting national security and trusted technology initiatives.

Commissioner Trusty Remarks at CLDP Event in Costa Rica

The FCC released remarks by Commissioner Trusty from an event hosted by the Compliance and Licensing Division Program (CLDP) in Costa Rica. The remarks were issued on March 18, 2026.

G.S. v. United States - Civil Rights Case Filed

A new civil case, G.S. v. United States of America et al., was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on March 18, 2026. The case involves a claim related to Civil Rights and names the United States as a defendant. The filing includes a complaint and a motion to proceed under a pseudonym.

EU Imposes 122.8% Anti-Dumping Duties on Chinese Phosphorous Acid

The European Commission has imposed a definitive anti-dumping duty of 122.8% on imports of phosphorous acid from China. This action follows an investigation that found dumped imports were causing injury to EU industry. The measure aims to level the playing field for EU producers.

Prestige Investment Management LLC - Statement of Charges

The Washington State Department of Financial Institutions Division of Securities has filed a Statement of Charges against Prestige Investment Management LLC for offering an unregistered investment and operating without proper registration. The action includes potential fines and costs.