Khair v. Walmart Inc. - Labor Dispute Removal

Walmart Inc. has removed the case Khair v. Walmart Inc. from Contra Costa County Superior Court to the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case was filed on March 26, 2026, with a filing fee of $405.

FCC Deletes Obsolete Rules to Improve Network Deployment

The FCC has deleted additional obsolete rules as part of its ongoing effort to cut red tape and streamline processes for modern network deployment. This action aims to remove outdated regulations that no longer serve a practical purpose, facilitating faster infrastructure build-out.

FCC Speeds Up Rollout of Modern High-Speed Networks

The FCC has taken action to accelerate the deployment of modern, high-speed networks. This statement from Commissioner Carr highlights the agency's efforts to streamline processes and encourage the expansion of broadband infrastructure across the United States.

FCC Proposes New Numbering Policies to Combat Illegal Robocalls

The FCC has proposed new numbering policies aimed at combating illegal robocalls. This initiative seeks to provide additional tools to protect consumers from unwanted calls and enhance the effectiveness of existing anti-robocall measures.

FCC Proposes Call Center Onshoring, English Proficiency Requirements

The FCC has proposed new rules requiring call centers to be onshored and meet English proficiency standards for customer service representatives. This action aims to improve consumer service quality and potentially impact employment practices for companies utilizing outsourced call centers.

Three Men Sentenced to Prison for Tax Refund Fraud Scheme

The U.S. Department of Justice announced the sentencing of three men to federal prison for their roles in a multimillion-dollar tax refund fraud scheme. The defendants defrauded the IRS of over $1.7 million and were ordered to pay restitution.

Nevada Man Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud and False Tax Returns

A Nevada man, Michael J. Moore, pleaded guilty to wire fraud, aggravated identity theft, and filing false tax returns for clients. This scheme, which caused a tax loss exceeding $250,000, was operated after he had already pleaded guilty to a similar scheme. He faces significant prison time.

Man Pleads Guilty to Neo-Nazi Group Child Exploitation Enterprise

A Texas man, Kaleb Christopher Merritt, pleaded guilty to participating in an online neo-Nazi group that exploited children into producing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) and images of self-harm. Merritt, also known as 'eTerror,' was an online administrator for the group CVLT and is currently serving a federal prison sentence in Los Angeles while also serving a 33-year sentence in Virginia.

PAYE Rules for Labour Supply Chains with Umbrella Companies

HMRC has issued new guidance detailing PAYE rules for labour supply chains that include umbrella companies, effective from April 6, 2026. The guidance aims to clarify responsibilities and ensure correct tax and National Insurance contributions are paid, particularly in sectors prone to non-compliance.

HMRC Enforcement: Tax Recovery, Interest, and Penalties

HMRC is enhancing tax recovery efforts, introducing joint and several liability for PAYE tax losses related to non-compliant umbrella companies from April 6, 2026. Additionally, changes to the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) from the same date allow HMRC to immediately remove Gross Payment Status, issue tax determinations, and charge penalties up to 30% for deliberate non-compliance.