VolumeFi Software v. Manian - Intentional Interference Case

The California Court of Appeal, Sixth Appellate District, filed an opinion in VolumeFi Software, Inc. v. Zaki Manian. The court affirmed the trial court's order denying Manian's special motion to strike the intentional interference with contract claim, finding the claim did not arise from protected statements.

Office of the Chief Administrative Hearing Officer Electronic Filing

The Executive Office for Immigration Review has issued an interim final rule establishing electronic filing procedures for immigration proceedings. The rule is effective March 2, 2026, and comments are due by April 1, 2026.

New York Announces $10 Million for School-Based Dental Care

The New York State Department of Health announced $10 million to expand dental care services at school-based health centers. This funding will support dental service delivery, offset costs, cover staffing, purchase equipment, and expand service capacity for students across the state over five years.

NY AG Investigates Civilian Death After Police Encounter

New York Attorney General's Office of Special Investigation has opened an investigation into the death of Eslam Hegazy following an encounter with Vestal Police Department officers. The investigation is being conducted under state executive law, which mandates assessment of incidents where a police officer may have caused a civilian's death.

FAA Accepts ParaZero Means of Compliance for sUA Operations

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has accepted ParaZero Technologies Ltd.'s means of compliance for small unmanned aircraft (sUA) operations over people. This acceptance, effective March 2, 2026, pertains to Category 2 and Category 3 operations.

FAA Proposes Airspace Changes for Bend Municipal Airport

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed changes to Class D and Class E airspace around Bend Municipal Airport in Bend, Oregon. This proposed rule aims to enhance aviation safety in the region. The public comment period for this proposal closes on April 16, 2026.

FAA Corrects Effective Date for RNAV Route Q-151

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has corrected the effective date for the establishment of RNAV Route Q-151 and the revocation of Jet Route J-517. The correction amends the previously published final rule, changing the effective date to February 24, 2026.

Valentine v. United States - Case Dismissal

The U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado adopted a magistrate judge's recommendation to dismiss the case of Valentine v. United States. The court affirmed the dismissal after the plaintiff failed to file objections to the recommendation.

PBM Fee Disclosure Proposed Rule: Comment Period Extended

The Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) has extended the public comment period for its proposed rule on Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) fee disclosure. The comment period, originally set to end soon, will now close on April 15, 2026.

USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of MRAM Devices

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has instituted a Section 337 investigation into certain Magnetoresistive Random Access Memory (MRAM) devices, products containing them, and components thereof. The investigation is based on a complaint alleging infringement of asserted patents.