Marn v. McCully Associates - Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals has issued a summary disposition order in the case of Marn v. McCully Associates. This order addresses appeals from final judgments and related orders entered by the Circuit Court of the First Circuit concerning partnership and corporate matters.

Bank of America, N.A. v. Fujikawa - Foreclosure Appeal

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals issued a summary disposition order in the foreclosure appeal case of Bank of America, N.A. v. Fujikawa. The court addressed appeals from orders and judgments related to a foreclosure complaint filed by Bank of America.

State v. Kaneakua - Criminal Conviction Appeal

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals filed an opinion in the case of State v. Kaneakua on March 17, 2026. The court affirmed the conviction of Krystale Sharyann Iwalani Kaneakua for second-degree arson, finding no merit in the appeal regarding ineffective assistance of counsel.

Banca d'Italia: Macroeconomic Shocks and US Interest Rate Term Premium

The Bank of Italy has published a working paper (N. 1520) analyzing US macroeconomic factors influencing the bond term premium. The paper uses a new econometric model to identify key drivers of this premium, including uncertainty, inflation risk, and domestic demand shocks.

US Innovation Indicators Analysis (1950-2015)

The Bank of Italy has published a working paper analyzing US innovation indicators from 1950-2015. The study highlights the significant impact of federally funded, privately owned innovations on productivity and GDP growth, particularly those originating from universities and research centers funded by NIH and NSF.

Banca d'Italia: Labor Productivity and Effort in the Euro Area Business Cycle

The Bank of Italy has published Working Paper No. 1522, researching labor productivity and effort factors in the euro area business cycle between 1991 and 2019. The paper proposes a new theoretical model and analyzes its implications for macroeconomic data and inflation volatility.

Banca d'Italia: Monetary Policy Effects on Euro Area Housing Markets

The Bank of Italy has published a working paper analyzing the heterogeneous effects of ECB monetary policy on euro area housing markets. The paper examines factors like homeownership rates, variable-rate mortgages, and loan-to-value ratios, and assesses potential policy interventions.

Price Stickiness in Euro Area During Inflation Surge

The Bank of Italy has published a working paper (N. 1524) analyzing price stickiness in the euro area during the recent inflation surge. The paper uses a large dataset of consumer prices from 2021-2024 to examine price changes and their impact on inflation.

Inflation, Phillips Curve, and Monetary Policy in Euro Area

The Bank of Italy published Working Paper No. 1525, discussing inflation, the Phillips curve, and monetary policy effectiveness in the euro area. The paper analyzes how price flexibility impacts inflation sensitivity and monetary policy's ability to stabilize prices without significant economic costs.

United States v. Gulam Mukhdomi - Healthcare Fraud Appeal

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the district court's imposition of $125,000 fines against physicians Gulam and Abida Mukhdomi. The court found that appellate waivers barred their challenges to the fines, and their Eighth Amendment claim also failed.

United States v. Tayseer Yousef - Court Opinion

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction and sentence of Tayseer Yousef for interstate transportation of stolen goods and conspiracy. Yousef was sentenced to 109 months imprisonment for his role in a scheme to resell stolen cell phones obtained from armed robberies.

SEC Reinstatement Order for Accountant Daniel Urness, CPA

The SEC issued an order reinstating Daniel Urness, CPA, to practice before the Commission as an accountant. This follows a prior suspension order due to violations related to his role as CFO of Cavco Industries, Inc.

SEC bars Stuart Frost from investment adviser association

The SEC has instituted administrative proceedings against Stuart Frost, barring him from associating with investment advisers. This action follows a civil judgment finding Frost violated the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 by defrauding investors of over $14 million through undisclosed fees.

SEC Publishes Data on Offerings, Advisors, Agents, Swap Dealers

The SEC's Division of Economic and Risk Analysis has published a report on security-based swap dealers and updated data visualizations for various market activities in 2025. The updates include statistics on IPOs, registered offerings, municipal advisors, and swap dealers, aiming to increase transparency for investors and issuers.

SEC Clarifies Securities Laws for Crypto Assets

The SEC, joined by the CFTC, issued an interpretation clarifying the application of federal securities laws to crypto assets. The guidance provides a token taxonomy and addresses how crypto assets may become subject to or cease to be subject to investment contracts, impacting various crypto transactions.

Proposed Extension for Compensation Claim Reports Comment Period

The Department of Labor's Office of Workers' Compensation Programs is requesting public comments on proposed collections of information related to compensation claim reports. The comment period is extended, with all comments due by April 6, 2026.

Longshore Act Financial Obligations - Proposed Information Collection

The Department of Labor's Office of Workers' Compensation Programs is requesting public comments on a proposed information collection related to securing financial obligations under the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act. The comment period closes on May 5, 2026.

Proposed Eye Impairment Letter CA-1305

The Workers' Compensation Programs Office (WCPO) has issued a proposed eye impairment letter (CA-1305) for public comment. This proposal aims to update the guidelines for evaluating eye impairments in workers' compensation claims.

FCC Proposes Modernizing Internet-Based Telecommunications Relay Services

The FCC has proposed new rules to modernize telecommunications relay services (TRS), including the use of automatic speech recognition and advanced text-to-speech technologies. The proposal seeks comment on various aspects of IP Relay and Video Relay Service (VRS) to better serve persons with disabilities.

FCC Notice for OMB Review of Information Collection Activities

The FCC has issued a notice and request for comments regarding an information collection activity related to the Connect America Fund-Alternative Connect America Cost Model (A-CAM) Voluntary Location Adjustment Process. The agency is seeking public input on the necessity, accuracy of burden estimates, and potential reductions for small businesses.

SEC v. Bin Hao - Final Judgment Entered

The SEC announced the final judgment entered in the case of SEC v. Bin Hao. This action, filed in the Southern District of Florida, concludes the SEC's litigation against the defendant. The judgment imposes specific terms and penalties.

SEC Obtains Final Judgment Against Bin Hao in Ponzi Scheme

The SEC announced a final judgment against Bin Hao for his role in an alleged Ponzi scheme that targeted Chinese Americans. Hao was ordered to pay over $2.2 million in disgorgement, prejudgment interest, and a civil penalty.

SEC charges Paul Jorgensen with Doximity insider trading

The SEC has charged Paul W. Jorgensen, former Chief Revenue Officer of Doximity, Inc., with insider trading. The complaint alleges that Jorgensen traded on material nonpublic information ahead of two earnings calls, resulting in approximately $2,532,775 in profits and avoided losses.

SEC Charges Former Doximity CRO with Insider Trading

The SEC filed settled insider trading charges against Paul W. Jorgensen, former Chief Revenue Officer of Doximity, Inc. The charges allege unlawful trading based on material nonpublic information, resulting in approximately $2.5 million in profits and losses avoided. Jorgensen consented to a settlement including permanent injunctions and an officer/director bar.

SEC Obtains Final Consent Judgment Against J. Bernard Rice

The SEC announced a final consent judgment against J. Bernard Rice, an alleged former executive of cannabis company American Patriot Brands, Inc. The judgment includes permanent injunctions, a five-year officer and director bar, disgorgement of $581,000 plus interest, and a civil penalty of $236,451.

SEC v. J. Bernard Rice - Final Judgment for Securities Violations

The SEC has filed a final judgment against J. Bernard Rice for violations of securities laws, including Section 10(b) of the Exchange Act and Section 17(a) of the Securities Act. The judgment permanently enjoins Rice from further violations and restricts his participation in the issuance or sale of securities.

DHS Press Release: TSA Officers Working Without Pay Due to Shutdown

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued a press release highlighting that TSA officers are working without pay for the third time in six months due to a government shutdown. This is reportedly causing increased callouts and flight delays for American travelers.

ICE Arrests of Criminal Illegal Aliens

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced the arrest of criminal illegal aliens convicted of serious offenses, including homicide and sex crimes. The agency stated that nearly 70% of ICE arrests involve individuals charged or convicted of crimes in the U.S.

DHS: MS-13 Gang Member Sentenced to 55 Years for Murders

The Department of Homeland Security announced the sentencing of Ramiro Antonio Gutierrez Garcia, an MS-13 gang member and illegal alien from El Salvador, to 55 years in prison for multiple murders in Queens, NY. DHS has arrested over 7,800 criminal illegal alien gang members since President Trump took office.

DHS Statement on Judge Ordering MS-13 Gang Member Release

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued a statement criticizing a judge's order to release Carlos Antonio Flores-Miguel, an MS-13 gang member with a criminal history, from ICE custody. The statement highlights the individual's violent resistance during arrest and his prior convictions.

AHRQ Conference Grant Programs (R13) Announced

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) has announced its interest in supporting conferences through its R13 grant programs. The announcement details eligibility criteria for various educational, governmental, and nonprofit organizations. The application deadline is March 17, 2026.

AHRQ Funding Opportunity: Healthcare Worker Well-being and Patient Safety Research

The Agency for Health Care Research and Quality (AHRQ) has released a Notice of Funding Opportunity (PA-24-093) to support research on systems-level approaches to improve patient safety by enhancing healthcare worker safety and well-being. Applications are due by March 17, 2026, with award maximums of $500,000.

AHRQ Funding for Diagnostic Safety Strategies and Interventions (R18)

The Agency for Health Care Research and Quality (AHRQ) has announced funding opportunities for research on diagnostic safety strategies and interventions in ambulatory care settings. Applications are open to various non-profit, government, and educational institutions, with a closing date of March 17, 2026.

Grant Opportunity: AI's Impact on Healthcare Safety

The Agency for Health Care Research and Quality (AHRQ) has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for research grants examining the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on healthcare safety. The opportunity is open to various eligible entities, including small businesses and non-profit organizations, with applications due by March 17, 2026.

Marn Jr. vs. McCully Associates - Court Opinion

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals issued a Summary Disposition Order in the consolidated appeal of James Yee Marn, Jr. vs. McCully Associates. The order addresses appeals from various final judgments and related orders concerning the Judicial Accounting Case and the Marn Family Litigation.

Hawaii Supreme Court: Arbitration Denial Affirmed

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's denial of a motion to compel arbitration. The court found that the arbitration provision in the development's declaration gave the property owner the option to arbitrate, but did not require it. This ruling impacts how disputes are handled within the specified community development.

State v. Kaneakua - Affirmation of Conviction and Denial of Ineffective Counsel Claim

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals affirmed Krystale Sharyann Iwalani Kaneakua's conviction for second-degree arson. The court denied Kaneakua's claim of ineffective assistance of counsel, finding that her arguments lacked specific errors or omissions by her trial attorney.

Marn v. McCully Associates - Affirmation of Lien Claims

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals affirmed a circuit court's decision regarding lien claims in the case of Marn v. McCully Associates. The court addressed an appeal concerning an attorney's lien on potential future awards.

Bank of America N.A. v. Fujikawa - Foreclosure Appeal

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals issued a summary disposition order in the foreclosure case of Bank of America, N.A. v. Fujikawa. The court affirmed the lower court's findings of fact, conclusions of law, and judgment regarding the foreclosure of a mortgage.

Al-Kubaisi v. Autozone, Inc. et al - ADA Lawsuit

A civil case, Al-Kubaisi v. Autozone, Inc. et al, was filed on March 17, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The lawsuit alleges violations related to the Americans with Disabilities Act. The filing includes a complaint, certificate of interested entities, and proposed summons.

Gambino v. State - Criminal Law and Child Welfare Opinion

The Maryland Court of Special Appeals filed an opinion in Gambino v. State on March 17, 2026, addressing the sufficiency of evidence for false statements to law enforcement and contributing to a child in need of assistance. The court also ruled on the reasonableness of a delay in searching a seized cell phone.

Boyce v. Cox - Eighth Amendment Prison Conditions

The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals issued an opinion in Boyce v. Cox, concerning an inmate's Eighth Amendment claim regarding dental care. The court reversed in part, affirmed in part, and remanded the case, impacting the application of exhaustion of administrative remedies for prisoner lawsuits.

United States v. Floyd Suggs - Court Opinion

The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's order denying a motion to suppress evidence in United States v. Floyd Suggs. The court found the warrant execution reasonable despite arguments of overbreadth and improper execution.

State v. Justin Chandler - Murder and Conspiracy Conviction Appeal

The Rhode Island Supreme Court vacated the conviction of Justin Chandler for murder and conspiracy, finding that the erroneous admission of text messages was unduly prejudicial and not harmless error. The case is remanded for a new trial.

U'gundi Jacobs v. Parkway Liquors Inc. - Affirmation of Judgment

The Delaware Supreme Court affirmed a Superior Court judgment in the case of U'gundi Jacobs v. Parkway Liquors Inc. The decision was based on the Superior Court's prior letter opinion. This ruling upholds the lower court's findings without introducing new legal precedent.

Delaware Supreme Court Dismisses Appeal as Untimely

The Delaware Supreme Court dismissed an appeal filed by Alicia Anderson against Planet Fitness Wilmington as untimely. The court found that the notice of appeal was filed beyond the 30-day jurisdictional deadline, and the appellant's arguments did not excuse the delay.

O.R.C. Partners v. SBTN Holdings - Ownership Dispute

The Delaware Court of Chancery ruled in favor of O.R.C. Partners, LLC, affirming its 80% membership interest in SBTN Holdings, LLC. The court found that O.R.C. is a member with standing to inspect SBTN Holdings' books and records, rejecting SBTN Holdings' claims regarding a purported prior operating agreement.

Court of Chancery Grants Summary Judgment in Corporate Law Case

The Delaware Court of Chancery granted summary judgment to Cecilian Partners, Inc. in a corporate law dispute. The court ruled that defendants' preferred shares do not carry anti-dilution rights, rejecting arguments based on Pennsylvania and Delaware law and a side letter.

Delaware Court of Chancery Dismisses Corporate Law Claims

The Delaware Court of Chancery dismissed claims brought by Armaments Research Company, Inc. against its co-founder, William O'Neil. The court found that O'Neil did not breach a forum selection clause by suing in North Carolina and dismissed Armaments' claims with prejudice and without prejudice, respectively.

Turner v. United States - Opinion

The U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware issued an opinion in the case of Turner v. United States of America et al. The opinion was filed on March 16, 2026, under case number 26-201.