Natalie Thomas v. EOTech, LLC - Employment Law Opinion

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that private parties cannot prospectively shorten the time employees have to sue their employers under Title VII or the ADEA. The court vacated a district court's decision that enforced a 180-day limitations agreement, finding it disrupted statutory remedial schemes.

Bohatikov v. Bohatikova - Hague Convention Child Abduction

The Fourth Circuit affirmed a district court's decision to return two children to Wales under the Hague Convention. The court found the children's habitual residence was Wales and rejected the mother's grave risk defense. The opinion clarifies the application of the Hague Convention and International Child Abduction Remedies Act.

Covidien motion to strike denied in hernia mesh litigation

The District Court for Massachusetts denied Covidien's motion to strike a declaration from Dr. Lucian Newman III in the hernia mesh products liability litigation. The court found that the declaration was properly submitted and did not violate discovery rules or constitute a sham affidavit. This ruling pertains to MDL No. 22-md-03029-PBS.

Duarte v. Frane - Order to Show Cause for Dismissal

The U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts has ordered plaintiff Eric J. Duarte to show cause within 28 days why his civil action should not be dismissed for failure to complete service of process. The court noted that no proof of service has been filed, and the USMS has not received documents for this action.

FDA Warning Letter to Las Americas Supermercado#2 Inc.

The FDA issued a warning letter to Las Americas Supermercado#2 Inc. for significant violations of the Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP) regulation. The inspection revealed the company failed to develop and maintain an FSVP for imported foods, a violation of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.

State AGs Announce Takedown of Multi-County Retail Theft Ring

Ten State Attorneys General, led by Florida AG James Uthmeier, announced the arrest of seven individuals involved in a large-scale organized retail theft ring. The ring targeted beauty and fragrance products across multiple Florida counties, causing tens of thousands of dollars in losses to retailers between November 2024 and summer 2025.

State v. Thomas - Withdrawal of Guilty Plea

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed the trial court's denial of a motion to withdraw a guilty plea in the case of State v. Thomas. The appellant pleaded guilty to charges including felonious assault and theft.

Wood v. Energex Power, Inc. - Appealability of Reconsideration Denial

The Ohio Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal in Wood v. Energex Power, Inc., ruling that an order denying a motion for reconsideration is not a final, appealable order. The court found that the appeal was improperly filed and therefore dismissed the case.

Law Offices of Robert E. Soles, Jr., Co., LPA v. Swinderman - Civ.R. 60(B) Motion

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision denying a motion to vacate a default judgment. The appellant failed to establish a meritorious defense or excusable neglect, and the court found no error in the trial court's judgment.

Court Limits Podiatrist Testimony on Spinal Cord Stimulator Necessity

The Delaware Superior Court has limited the testimony of a treating podiatrist regarding the necessity and cost of a spinal cord stimulator. The court found that while the podiatrist could testify about his treatment and recommendations, his expertise did not extend to the specific device or its cost, necessitating referral to a specialist.