NRC Sunshine Act Meetings Schedule

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has published its schedule for public meetings to be held under the Government in the Sunshine Act during the weeks of March 23 and 30, and April 6, 13, 20, and 27, 2026. The schedule is subject to change on short notice, and details for attending or accessing the meetings are provided.

NRC Notice: Fermi America Nuclear Project Scoping Process

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has issued a notice requesting public comment on the environmental impact statement (EIS) for Fermi America's application to construct and operate four AP1000 reactors. The 30-day scoping period aims to gather input on alternatives, environmental concerns, and specific issues for the EIS.

NRC Final Environmental Impact Statement for St. Lucie Plant Subsequent License Renewal

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has issued a final environmental impact statement (EIS) for the subsequent license renewal of St. Lucie Plant Units 1 and 2 in Florida. This EIS supplements existing reports and evaluates the environmental impacts of an additional 20 years of operation for the plant.

SBK Art v. Fortenova Group - Ukraine Sanctions Case Judgment

The Court of Justice of the European Union has issued a judgment in the case SBK Art LLC v. Fortenova Group STAK Stichting concerning EU restrictive measures against actions undermining Ukraine's territorial integrity. The judgment interprets the definition of 'freezing of funds' under Regulation (EU) No 269/2014, specifically regarding the exercise of rights attached to share certificates by sanctioned individuals.

Court of Justice of the EU - Jurisdiction in Maintenance Obligations

The Court of Justice of the European Union has issued a judgment concerning jurisdiction in matters relating to maintenance obligations under Regulation (EC) No 4/2009. The case clarifies the interpretation of Article 9(a) regarding the determination of the court first seized, specifically addressing what constitutes an 'act equivalent' to initiating proceedings.

VAT Refund Technical Malfunction Judgment

The Court of Justice of the European Union ruled in case C-527/24 concerning a VAT refund application that was technically malfunctioning during electronic transmission. The judgment addresses the inaction of tax authorities when faced with such issues, referencing principles of VAT neutrality, effectiveness, and proportionality.

Magyar Telekom Telecommunications Sector Judgment

The Court of Justice of the European Union has issued a judgment concerning Magyar Telekom's telecommunications sector practices. The case involves the interpretation of Directive (EU) 2018/1972 regarding the rights of end-users to terminate contracts due to unilateral modifications by service providers.

Insurance License Revoked for Fraud

The Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) has revoked Richard Muntean's insurance license. The revocation is based on a stipulation admitting that Muntean obtained his license through misrepresentation or fraud and used dishonest practices, demonstrating untrustworthiness.

Corporate Veil Doctrine in Offshore Jurisdictions

This article explores the corporate veil doctrine and its implications in key offshore jurisdictions like BVI, Jersey, and Hong Kong. It provides a comparative analysis of legal principles, statutory provisions, and case law relevant to practitioners and researchers.

GlobaLex: Open-Access Legal Periodical for International Law Research

GlobaLex, an open-access electronic legal periodical focused on international, comparative, and foreign law research, was founded in 2005 by New York University School of Law. It publishes six issues annually, with authors regularly updating content to reflect legal changes and ensure historical preservation.