USCG Temporary Safety Zone in San Pedro Channel, CA

The U.S. Coast Guard has established a temporary safety zone in San Pedro Channel and San Pedro Bay, California, effective March 17, 2026, through April 30, 2026. This zone is to protect against hazards associated with damaged containers on the vessel OOCL SUNFLOWER.

Coast Guard Document

The US Coast Guard has posted a new document to the Regs.gov platform. This notice serves as an informational update regarding regulatory matters overseen by the Coast Guard.

FDIC Sunshine Act Meeting Notice and Proposed Rulemakings

The FDIC announced a Sunshine Act meeting for March 19, 2026, to consider proposed rulemakings on regulatory capital for banking organizations and a final rule clarifying deposit insurance coverage. The meeting will be webcast, and media inquiries are due March 18, 2026.

Richmond v. City of Newport - Court Opinion

The Washington Court of Appeals issued an opinion in Richmond v. City of Newport, concerning claims related to a sewer backup and alleged failure to enforce a local ordinance. The court affirmed the trial court's decision, upholding the dismissal of the claims.

State of Washington v. Sean Patrick Nolan - Criminal Sentencing Appeal

The Washington Court of Appeals affirmed Sean Patrick Nolan's sentence for felony violation of a no contact order. The court remanded for correction of scrivener's errors in the findings of fact and conclusions of law regarding his exceptional sentence, but found resentencing unnecessary.

State of Washington v. Derek Paul Riley - Criminal Appeal

The Washington Court of Appeals issued an unpublished opinion in the case of State of Washington v. Derek Paul Riley, Jr. The court affirmed Riley's convictions for child rape and molestation but remanded for reconsideration of community custody conditions.

State of Washington v. Shmuel Sarliker - Criminal Trespass Conviction

The Washington Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Shmuel Sarliker for first-degree criminal trespass. The court found sufficient evidence that Sarliker knew his entry into the victim's trailer was unlawful, despite a history of friendly visits, due to the circumstances of the incident and his subsequent actions.

Cabral v. Glinski - Guardianship and Litigation Restriction Case

The Washington Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's order restricting Dustin Glinski from abusive litigation practices against the guardians of his child. The order requires court approval for any future filings by Glinski, following his history of harassment and frivolous lawsuits.

Beth Anne Cabral v. Dustin Glinski - Washington Court of Appeals Opinion

The Washington Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's order restricting a father from abusive litigation practices against his child's guardians. The order requires court approval for any future filings by the father, who has a history of harassment and frivolous appeals. The court also awarded appellate fees to the guardians.

State v. Reyna - Sentencing Appeal

The Washington Court of Appeals reviewed a sentencing decision for Andrez Reyna. The court accepted the State's concession that Reyna's sentence for Grays Harbor County offenses should have been concurrent, not consecutive, to his Lewis County sentence. The case is remanded for resentencing.