Environmental Health Advocates v. Pancho Villa's - Proposition 65 Notice Requirements

The California Court of Appeal reversed a trial court's dismissal of a Proposition 65 enforcement action. The appellate court found that a plaintiff's failure to strictly comply with certain procedural notice requirements under the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 did not necessarily invalidate the action.

GAO Report on Interior Department Oil and Gas Data Sharing

The GAO released a report highlighting significant inefficiencies in the Department of the Interior's oil and gas data sharing processes. The report found that despite efforts to modernize systems, manual data entry and a lack of automated sharing persist, hindering oversight of energy development on federal and Tribal lands. The GAO recommends setting specific time frames and measurable goals to address these issues.

GAO Report: Improve Disability Access to DOL Job Programs

The GAO released a report highlighting issues with disability access to Department of Labor (DOL) job programs. The report found that job seekers with disabilities may not receive necessary accommodations and that DOL does not routinely analyze its monitoring results or evaluate the use of its guidance. The GAO recommended DOL address these systemic issues.

President Continues Suspension of Duty-Free De Minimis Treatment

The President has issued an Executive Order continuing the suspension of duty-free de minimis treatment for all countries. This action impacts shipments entering the United States through the international postal network and is based on national security and economic concerns.

Ending Certain Tariff Actions

President Biden has issued an executive order ending certain tariff actions previously imposed under various executive orders related to national emergencies. These tariffs, primarily *ad valorem* duties, will be removed as soon as practicable. The national emergencies themselves remain in effect.

Presidential Proclamation: 10% Import Surcharge

The President has issued a proclamation imposing a temporary 10% import surcharge to address fundamental international payments problems, including large balance-of-payments deficits. This action, authorized by the Trade Act of 1974, aims to protect the U.S. economy and national security. Specific product exceptions may apply.

ESMA Supervisory Briefing on CCP AAR Representativeness Obligation

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has issued a supervisory briefing clarifying the representativeness obligation for Central Counterparties (CCPs) regarding their Approved Alternative Arrangements (AARs). This guidance aims to ensure consistent application of the obligation across the EU.

First Lady Donates Inaugural Gown to Smithsonian

First Lady Melania Trump donated her 2025 inaugural gown to the Smithsonian National Museum of American History's First Ladies Collection. The donation adds to the museum's extensive collection of historical artifacts and is now on public display.

MHRA Statement on PATHWAYS Puberty Blocker Trial Safety

The MHRA has issued a statement regarding the PATHWAYS puberty blocker trial, expressing concerns about participant wellbeing and initiating scientific dialogue with the trial sponsor, King's College London. The agency is applying high scrutiny to ensure the safety of potential child and young person participants.

United States v. Castro Alavez - Conviction Affirmed in Part, Vacated in Part

The Ninth Circuit affirmed in part and vacated in part the conviction and sentence of Luis Miguel Castro Alavez. The court agreed that the jury instruction regarding knowledge of drug type and quantity was erroneous and not harmless for the attempted possession charge, vacating the sentence for that count.

BLM Wild Horse Management Plans Revision Ordered by D.C. Circuit

The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) must revise its ten-year wild horse management plans. The court found that the plans impermissibly allowed for indefinite removals without proper determination of excess horses or consultation, requiring BLM to clarify future gather processes.

US v. McBreairty - Criminal Contempt Appeal

The First Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's criminal contempt order against Danielle McBreairty. McBreairty refused to testify in a federal trial, even after being granted statutory immunity under 18 U.S.C. §§ 6002-6003, invoking her Fifth Amendment privilege against self-incrimination.

US v. Yoon - Health Care Fraud Conviction Appeal

The First Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the health care fraud conviction of Chang Goo Yoon, who submitted over a million dollars in false claims. The court upheld evidentiary rulings and sentencing enhancements, affirming his conviction for defrauding private insurers and his own car insurer.

SEC Charges C-Hear, Inc. and Former CEO with Fraud

The SEC charged C-Hear, Inc. and its former CEO, Adena Harmon, with securities fraud in connection with a $4.2 million stock offering. The complaint alleges misleading statements about the company's technology and concealment of Harmon's criminal convictions, as well as misappropriation of investor funds.

Winchell v. Social Security Commissioner - Social Security Review

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California filed a new civil case, Winchell v. Social Security Commissioner, on February 20, 2026. The case involves a complaint for judicial review of a decision by the Commissioner of Social Security regarding disability benefits.

Tsering v. ByteDance, Inc. et al - Civil Suit

Lisa Tsering has filed a civil suit against ByteDance, Inc., TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC, and TikTok, Inc. in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, bearing number 4:26-cv-01536, was filed on February 20, 2026, with a filing fee of $405.

Babbini v. Reddit, Inc. - Civil Complaint

Paul Babbini has filed a civil complaint against Reddit, Inc. in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, bearing number 3:26-cv-01532, was filed on February 20, 2026, with a filing fee of $405.

A. v. Salesforce, Inc. - Civil Complaint Filed

A civil complaint was filed against Salesforce, Inc. on February 20, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, identified by docket number 3:26-cv-01531, alleges unspecified damages. The filing includes a complaint, proposed summons, and a motion to proceed by pseudonym.

Global Ampersand LLC v. Bank of America - Civil Case

Global Ampersand LLC has filed a civil lawsuit against Bank of America, N.A., in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, identified by docket number 3:26-cv-01534, was filed on February 20, 2026, and involves a notice of removal from a state court case. TD Bank, N.A. also filed a notice of removal and a certificate of interested entities.

Yee v. Snap, Inc. - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, Yee v. Snap, Inc., was filed on February 20, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, bearing number 4:26-cv-01528, was filed under diversity jurisdiction with a nature of suit described as P.I.: Other.

Last Brand Inc. v. Deckers Outdoor Corporation - Antitrust Case Filing

Last Brand, Inc. has filed an antitrust case against Deckers Outdoor Corporation in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, bearing number 3:26-cv-01540, was filed on February 20, 2026, with the initial complaint and related documents submitted.

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

A civil case, Corbett v. Meta Platforms, Inc., was filed on February 20, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves personal injury and product liability claims. The filing includes a complaint and a demand for a jury trial.

Hemstalk v. Skywest Airlines, Inc - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, Hemstalk v. Skywest Airlines, Inc., was filed on February 20, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The complaint seeks damages against Skywest Airlines, Inc. The filing fee was $405.

Sigurdson v. Curbsure, LLC - TCPA Complaint Filed

A complaint was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California by Karen Sigurdson against Curbsure, LLC, alleging violations of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). The case, Case Number 5:26-cv-01537, was filed on February 20, 2026, initiating litigation under federal question jurisdiction.

Marichalar v. SSA Commissioner - Social Security Case

A civil case, Marichalar v. SSA Commissioner, was filed on February 20, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves a claim related to Social Security benefits (DIWC/DIWW).

Brannon v. Mountain View Police Department - Civil Rights Case

A civil rights case, Brannon v. Mountain View Police Department, was filed on February 20, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves a complaint against the Mountain View Police Department. A case management conference is scheduled for May 19, 2026.

Fresno et al v. Noem et al - Civil Rights Case

The City of Fresno and other municipalities have filed a civil rights case against Governor Kristi Noem. The complaint seeks declaratory and injunctive relief against the US government, citing violations of the Administrative Procedure Act.

JLG 263 v. Uber Technologies, Inc. - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, JLG 263 v. Uber Technologies, Inc. et al., was filed on February 20, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, bearing number 3:26-cv-01526, involves a complaint against Uber Technologies, Inc. and its subsidiaries Rasier, LLC and Rasier-CA, LLC.

Ramos Bernabe v. Noem et al - Immigration Case Filing

A new civil case, Ramos Bernabe v. Noem et al, was filed on February 20, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves 'Other Immigration Actions' and includes a petition for a Writ of Mandamus and/or Complaint Under the APA.

Machado v. Mental Health Association - Civil Rights Case

A civil rights case, Machado v. Mental Health Association of San Mateo County et al., was filed on February 20, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves a complaint filed by Jordan Machado against the County of San Mateo, the Housing Authority of The County of San Mateo, and the Mental Health Association of San Mateo County.

JLG 262 v. Uber Technologies, Inc. - Civil Suit

JLG 262 has filed a civil suit against Uber Technologies, Inc., Rasier, LLC, and Rasier-CA, LLC. The case, filed on February 20, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, is based on diversity jurisdiction and concerns personal injury. The filing fee was $405.

Zhaolu v. Transportation Security Administration - Civil Rights Case

A civil rights case has been filed by Zhang Zhaolu against the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, based on federal question jurisdiction, was filed on February 20, 2026.

J.C.01 v. Uber Technologies, Inc. et al - Product Liability

J.C.01 has filed a product liability lawsuit against Uber Technologies, Inc., Rasier, LLC, and Rasier-CA, LLC in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, Case Number 3:26-cv-01520, was filed on February 20, 2026. The complaint alleges product liability related to personal injury.

Sanchez et al v. Union Pacific Railroad Company et al - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, Sanchez et al v. Union Pacific Railroad Company et al, was filed on February 20, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves a Notice of Removal from a state court action, with National Railroad Passenger Corporation dba Amtrak as a filing party.

T. v. United States of America - Civil Rights Case

A civil rights case has been filed against the United States of America, specifically naming the Federal Bureau of Prisons as a defendant. The case, bearing number 4:26-cv-01516, was filed on February 20, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California.

Allegheny County Employees Retirement System v Corcept Therapeutics Incorporated - Securities Case

A securities class action lawsuit has been filed by Allegheny County Employees Retirement System against Corcept Therapeutics Incorporated and its executives. The case, filed on February 20, 2026, alleges violations related to securities trading.

Zhu v. Pinterest, Inc. - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, Zhu v. Pinterest, Inc., was filed on February 20, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, bearing number 3:26-cv-01529, was filed by Ken Zhu against Pinterest, Inc. and involves a complaint and proposed summons.

JLG 261 v. Uber Technologies, Inc. et al - Civil Suit

JLG 261 has filed a civil suit against Uber Technologies, Inc., Rasier, LLC, and Rasier-CA, LLC. The case, filed on February 20, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, is based on diversity jurisdiction and concerns personal injury. The initial filings include a complaint, certificate of interested entities, notice of filing, and proposed summons.

Essintial Enterprise Solutions LLC v. SBA - PPP Loan Forgiveness

The Third Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a lower court's decision, ruling that payments to independent contractors do not qualify as "payroll costs" for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness. This decision impacts how businesses that utilized PPP loans can claim forgiveness.

Abramowski v. Nuvei Corp - Court rejects tendered shares

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit affirmed a lower court's decision dismissing a lawsuit by shareholders who claimed Nuvei Corp. violated the SEC's Best Price Rule by rejecting their tendered shares. The court found the Best Price Rule is silent on whether tender offerors can enforce restrictions on tendered shares.

Knieling v. Fook - Maritime Injury Appeal

The Third Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision in Knieling v. Fook, ruling that an injured seaman cannot recover future medical expenses if it is unclear what future treatments she may receive. The court upheld the award for past medical expenses and pain and suffering but denied future claims pending further clarity.

Defense Distributed v. NJ Attorney General - 3D-Printed Ghost Guns & First Amendment

The Third Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that purely functional computer code, such as that used to 3D-print firearms, may not be protected by the First Amendment. The court affirmed the dismissal of a lawsuit challenging New Jersey's prohibition on distributing such digital files to unlicensed individuals.

DLJ Mortgage Capital, Inc. v. Stevens - Foreclosure Appeal

The Third Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's decision in a foreclosure case involving DLJ Mortgage Capital, Inc. and the heirs of Carlton Stevens. The court found that the heirs forfeited their affirmative defenses by failing to raise them in response to a summary judgment motion.

Parker v. Spanberger - Appeal Dismissed for Lack of Jurisdiction

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal filed by Ray Elbert Parker against state and federal officials. The court found it lacked jurisdiction because the order Parker sought to appeal was neither a final nor an appealable interlocutory or collateral order, and Parker consented to the dismissal of his claims.

Kyeem King v. State of Maryland - Affirmation of District Court Order

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed in part and dismissed in part the appeal of Kyeem King. The court affirmed the district court's denial of King's motion for bail or release and dismissed the remainder of the appeal for lack of jurisdiction. This unpublished opinion does not set precedent.

Winslow v. Commonwealth of Virginia - Civil Action Appeal

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's order dismissing a civil action for lack of subject matter jurisdiction and denying a motion for injunctive relief. The unpublished opinion noted that such opinions are not binding precedent.

Nawal Ali v. BC Architects Engineers, PLC - Employment Discrimination Appeal

The Fourth Circuit reversed a district court's decision to sanction Nawal Ali's counsel for approximately $57,000 in an employment discrimination lawsuit. The appellate court found that the district court abused its discretion in imposing sanctions, concluding that the counsel did not unreasonably multiply proceedings.

US v. Michael Brandon - Criminal Appeal

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a conviction for possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime. The court found that the good-faith exception to the exclusionary rule applied, even if the initial traffic stop lacked reasonable suspicion.

State AGs and State Attorney Sign Agreement to Combat Human Trafficking

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier and State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to combat human trafficking in South Florida. The agreement establishes a partnership between the Office of Statewide Prosecution and the State Attorney's Human Trafficking Task Force, allocating $1.5 million in operational funds.

Romanian national pleads guilty to selling network access, $250k loss

Romanian national pleads guilty to selling network access, $250k loss