Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Actions and Sanctions

The Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Board has published a list of recent disciplinary actions, sanctions, and consent orders against attorneys. These actions include decisions from the Supreme Court and the Disciplinary Board, detailing case numbers and dates of rulings.

LA Attorney Disciplinary Board: Disciplinary Actions and Consent Orders

The Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Board has published a list of recent disciplinary actions, sanctions, and consent orders against attorneys. These actions are issued by the Supreme Court and the Disciplinary Board, detailing case numbers and dates of issuance.

USPS Changes to Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage Agreements

The U.S. Postal Service has issued a notice regarding changes to its Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage Negotiated Service Agreements. This notice details product changes affecting these services.

ITC Imposes $1.8M Civil Penalties for CDO Violations

The International Trade Commission (ITC) has imposed $1.8 million in civil penalties against parties found to have violated Commission Determined Orders (CDOs) related to certain chocolate milk powder and packaging. This action terminates an enforcement proceeding.

FDA Draft Guidance on Alternatives to Animal Testing in Drug Development

The FDA has issued draft guidance to assist drug developers in validating new approach methodologies (NAMs) as alternatives to animal testing in drug development. This guidance supports the FDA's roadmap to reduce animal testing and bring safe, effective drugs to market sooner.

Poultry Grower Payment Systems Rule Effective Date Delayed

The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is delaying the effective date of the final rule concerning poultry grower payment and capital improvement systems. This rule, originally set to take effect, is now subject to a comment period.

Commonwealth v. Donald Williams - Criminal Appeal

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued a non-precedential summary decision in Commonwealth v. Donald Williams, affirming the denial of the defendant's motion for a new trial. The court addressed issues related to courtroom entry conditions, alleged discrimination in jury selection, and newly available evidence.

S-K Management Company Inc. v. Tracy Casalinuova - Housing Court Dispute

The Massachusetts Appeals Court vacated a Housing Court judgment granting possession to S-K Management Company, Inc. The court found that S-K Management lacked standing to bring the summary process complaint. The decision dismisses the complaint with prejudice.

OH PUCO - Violation and Forfeiture Hearing for Kenneth G. Thompson

The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) has scheduled an evidentiary hearing for March 18, 2026, concerning a notice of apparent violation and intent to assess forfeiture against Kenneth G. Thompson. This action stems from Case No. 25-694-TR-CVF.

State v. Smeby: Physician-Patient Privilege Statute Discussed

The Minnesota Supreme Court clarified the scope of the physician-patient privilege statute in State v. Smeby. The court held that communications with paramedics are not privileged unless the paramedic is acting under a physician's direction, and that non-privileged information in medical records does not become privileged upon transfer. This ruling impacts the searchability of medical records in criminal investigations.