Field Safety Notices List

MHRA published its weekly list of Field Safety Notices (FSNs) covering 23-27 March 2026, listing 14 medical device safety notices from manufacturers. Devices affected include cochlear implant batteries, MRI systems, intraocular lenses, mammography systems, surgical staplers, ventilators, and X-ray imaging systems from manufacturers including Advanced Bionics, Canon Medical Systems, Philips, Hologic, and Intuitive Surgical. MHRA publishes these FSNs for information only—healthcare providers who receive notices directly from manufacturers must act on them.

Agroproductos De Nayarit v. Grubmarket et al - Agricultural Trade Dispute

Agroproductos De Nayarit S.P.R. De R.L., a Mexican agricultural cooperative, filed a civil complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California against Grubmarket, Inc., Best Oriental Produce LLC, and individuals Amnart A Charoensukvanich and Piyanuch Charoensukvanich. The case, filed March 31, 2026 under case number 3:26-cv-02805, is based on federal question jurisdiction under Agriculture Acts.

GDPR Appeal Inadmitted - Complainant Lacks Standing

The AEPD issued Resolution EXP202500572 declaring a recurso de reposición inadmissible because the appellant, as a mere complainant under Article 77.2 GDPR, lacked the legal standing to appeal. The decision cites Supreme Court precedent establishing that complainants have neither subjective rights nor legitimate interests in obtaining sanctions against those they denounce.

$2,500 penalty against Provident Electric for gas violations

The Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission issued a $2,500 penalty assessment against Provident Electric Incorporated following a staff investigation for alleged violations of RCW 19.122, Washington's underground utility damage prevention law. The case (Docket DG-260135) was filed on March 3, 2026, and is being handled as a formal enforcement action under the Call Before You Dig Natural Gas program.

Active-Duty Dental Program Claim Form Renewal

The Department of Defense submitted to OMB a 30-day information collection notice for renewal of the Active-Duty Dental Program (ADDP) Claim Form under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The collection involves 75,000 respondents with 300,000 annual responses and 75,000 annual burden hours. Comments on the proposed renewal must be submitted by April 30, 2026.

WIC Overseas Program Eligibility Application Information Collection Notice

The DoD has published a 30-day information collection notice under the Paperwork Reduction Act for the Women, Infants, and Children Overseas Program (WIC Overseas) Eligibility Application. The collection (OMB Control Number 0720-0030) applies to 14,550 respondents with an estimated annual burden of 7,275 hours. Comments on the proposed information collection must be submitted by April 30, 2026.

Information Collection for Pentagon Reservation Space Use Permits

The Washington Headquarters Services (WHS), a DoD component, announces a 60-day information collection notice under the Paperwork Reduction Act seeking public comment on proposed collection for Pentagon Reservation space use permits. The collection involves DD Form 2798 (OMB Control Number 0704-AUSP) with approximately 30 respondents from for-profit and nonprofit organizations. Comments on the proposed information collection must be received by June 1, 2026.

Freedom of Information/Privacy Act Request Collection Under OMB Review

Department of Defense submitted a 30-day information collection notice to OMB for a revised Freedom of Information/Privacy Act Request form used by DCSA Personnel Vetting. The collection affects approximately 1,005 respondents with annual burden of 84 hours. Public comments accepted through April 30, 2026.

FTC Healthcare Task Force Announcement

The FTC announced creation of a dedicated Healthcare Task Force on March 20, 2026, combining antitrust and consumer protection enforcement under a single coordinated initiative. The task force will focus on healthcare consolidation, anticompetitive conduct, pharmacy benefit managers, medical device manufacturers, and deceptive advertising. Led by representatives from the Bureaus of Competition and Consumer Protection, the initiative expands collaboration with HHS and DOJ.

Trademark Strategy, FDA Approval, Brand Protection for Pharma

Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C. published an informational article on trademark strategy for life science companies, covering the dual regulatory landscape of USPTO trademark registration and FDA naming requirements for pharmaceutical products. The piece discusses practical steps for brand development including early integration of legal, regulatory, and marketing teams, and international protection strategies.