AG Joins Amicus Brief Defending EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements

California Attorney General Rob Bonta joined a multistate coalition in filing an amicus brief supporting the EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements. The brief defends the rule's strengthened requirements to reduce lead exposure from drinking water, including a 10-year lead pipe replacement mandate, against a legal challenge.

AG Bonta, 20 AGs Oppose EV Charging Funding Halt

California Attorney General Rob Bonta joined 20 other state attorneys general in opposing a Federal Highway Administration proposal that would halt federal funding for electric vehicle charging equipment. The proposal would impose an unachievable 100% domestic component requirement for EV chargers, impacting approximately $460 million in California funding.

Texas AG Secures Order Blocking Oklahoma Owner from Texas Land

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton secured a court order dismissing a lawsuit filed by an Oklahoma property owner attempting to claim Texas land along the Red River. The court ruled in favor of Texas, upholding the boundary established by the Red River Boundary Compact and dismissing the case on sovereign immunity grounds.

Texas AG Authority to Issue Civil Investigative Demands Affirmed

The Texas Supreme Court ruled in favor of Attorney General Ken Paxton, reaffirming the Office of the Attorney General's authority to issue civil investigative demands (CIDs) under the Deceptive Trade Practices Act. This decision allows the AG's office to obtain relevant documents for investigations into potential violations of Texas law, specifically in cases involving deceptive billing practices related to gender transition procedures for minors.

USDA APHIS Facilitates Return of Burrowing Owls

The USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) announced the successful repatriation of two burrowing owls that were accidentally shipped from Florida to Spain. APHIS coordinated with international partners to ensure the birds' safe return and quarantine.

Gambling Commission Appoints Executive Director of Operations

The UK Gambling Commission has appointed Sue Young as its new Executive Director of Operations. She will lead operational functions to ensure gambling remains safer, fairer, and crime-free. This appointment brings extensive public sector leadership experience to the commission.

State of Louisiana v. Tremel Boss - Criminal Procedure

The Louisiana Court of Appeal granted the State's writ application, reversing a lower court's ruling that found no probable cause and granted a motion to suppress evidence. The case involves the arrest of Tremel Boss during a parade.

Louisiana v. Tremel Boss - Criminal Case Appeal

The Louisiana Court of Appeal granted a writ and reversed a previous judgment in the case of Louisiana v. Tremel Boss. The docket number for this case is 2026-K-0026. One judge dissented, stating they would have denied the writ application.

Louisiana v. Jermeil Young - Affirmation of Denial of Batson Challenge

The Louisiana Court of Appeal affirmed a district court's decision denying a Batson challenge in the case of Louisiana v. Jermeil Young. The court found the State's reason for striking a prospective juror was race-neutral. The decision was issued on March 13, 2026.

Candice Henderson-Chandler v. City of New Orleans - Zoning Appeal

The Louisiana Court of Appeal reversed a lower court's judgment in Candice Henderson-Chandler v. City of New Orleans. The appellate court found the City Council's denial of a conditional use permit was arbitrary and capricious. This decision impacts the City of New Orleans' zoning and land-use adjudication processes.

Louisiana v. Bain - Criminal Case Opinion

The Louisiana Court of Appeal, First Circuit, issued an opinion in the criminal case State of Louisiana v. Anthony J. Bain. The court denied supervisory writs related to docket number 2026 KW 0350. The precedential status of the opinion is unknown.

State of Louisiana v. Melanie Barnett Curtin - Expert Witness Testimony

The Louisiana Court of Appeal granted in part and denied in part a writ regarding the admissibility of expert testimony in the State of Louisiana v. Melanie Barnett Curtin case. The court reversed the trial court's exclusion of general testimony regarding the behavior of intoxicated individuals, remanding the matter for further proceedings.

B9 Schoolhouse Owner, LLC v. Township of Franklin - Land Use Ordinance Appeal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division heard an appeal concerning Franklin Township Ordinance 4419-23, which retroactively applied new stormwater management regulations to pending development applications. The court's decision addresses the validity of this retroactive application.

Goni v. Tchistiakova - Child Support Modification Appeal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division reversed a Family Part order modifying child support. The court found insufficient findings on changed circumstances, remanding the case for further proceedings. The appeal concerned a downward modification of plaintiff's child support obligation.

Paradigm Hedge, LLC v. Mary Ann Folchetti - Legal Opinion

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division reviewed an order awarding attorney's fees. While affirming the principle of awarding fees due to a contractual default, the court remanded the case to modify the fee amount, limiting it to work directly related to obtaining the judgment.

Krg Bayonne Urban Renewal LLC v. Wal-Mart Stores East Lp - Lease Dispute

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division reversed a lower court's decision regarding an exclusivity provision in a commercial lease between KRG Bayonne Urban Renewal, LLC and Wal-Mart Stores East, LP. The court found that KRG's lease with Aldi for a supermarket violated the exclusivity clause.

U.S. Bank Trust v. Harinder Singh - Foreclosure Appeal Dismissal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division has dismissed an appeal in U.S. Bank Trust National Association v. Harinder Singh. The appeal concerned a foreclosure judgment that was subsequently vacated and the underlying action dismissed, rendering the appeal moot.

State of New Jersey v. Byad Lockett - Criminal Appeal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division has issued a non-precedential opinion in the case of State of New Jersey v. Byad Lockett. The court affirmed the defendant's convictions and sentence for attempted murder, aggravated assault, and weapons possession.

State of New Jersey v. A.N.A. - Criminal Appeal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a defendant's convictions for sexual assault and endangering the welfare of a child. The court addressed challenges related to the admission of testimonial evidence and the sentence imposed.

Dcpp v. B.C. - Child Protection and Permanency Case

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division issued a non-precedential opinion in the case of DCPP v. B.C., concerning the matter of A.S.C. The appeal addresses orders related to legal and psychological parent status and the naming of parties in family guardianship litigation.

Hester v. Bargman - Medical Malpractice Case Dismissal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed the dismissal of a medical malpractice complaint filed by Valerie Karl Hester against Dr. Vladislav Bargman and associated entities. The dismissal was based on the plaintiff's failure to appear for trial.

Care One, LLC v. NLRB - Court Opinion on Unfair Labor Practice Proceedings

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's denial of a preliminary injunction sought by Care One, LLC and affiliated healthcare facilities. The facilities challenged NLRB proceedings for alleged unfair labor practices, arguing the ALJ was improperly appointed. The court found the plaintiffs could not demonstrate irreparable harm, thus affirming the denial of injunctive relief.

Mar-Can Transport vs. Pension Fund - ERISA Withdrawal Liability

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court ruling, reducing Mar-Can Transportation Company's withdrawal liability from the Local 854 Pension Fund by $1.8 million. The decision clarifies the interpretation of an ERISA provision concerning the transfer of unfunded vested benefits when employees switch unions.

US v. Cardenas - Conspiracy to Import Cocaine

The Second Circuit vacated a conviction for conspiracy to import cocaine, finding that the district court erred in excluding evidence relevant to the defendant's state of mind. The court remanded the case for further proceedings, potentially impacting how intent is proven in similar drug conspiracy cases.

SBK ART LLC v. Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP - Discovery for Foreign Litigation

The Second Circuit affirmed a district court's order granting SBK ART LLC's petition for discovery in aid of foreign litigation under 28 U.S.C. §1782. The court found that the district court did not abuse its discretion in allowing discovery from Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP for use in European proceedings.

2nd Circuit Opinion on Housing Discrimination Case

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals issued an opinion in a housing discrimination case involving CoreLogic Rental Property Solutions. The court vacated in part, affirmed in part, and reversed in part the district court's decision, impacting claims under the Fair Housing Act and Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Broadcast Music, Inc. v. North American Concert Promoters Association - Antitrust

The 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a district court's decision regarding music licensing fees set by Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) for the North American Concert Promoters Association (NACPA). The court found the imposed rates and expanded definition of gross revenues to be unreasonable and remanded the case for further proceedings.

US v. Jiminez - Affirming Sentence for Ammunition Possession

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's judgment sentencing William Jimenez to 105 months imprisonment for felony ammunition possession. The court found that the special conditions of supervised release, including electronic device searches and mental health counseling, were justified and that Jimenez's appeal waiver barred his challenge to the sentence term.

Safdieh v. Commissioner - Tax Penalties Assessment Authority

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a Tax Court decision, holding that the Commissioner of Internal Revenue can assess penalties for failure to report foreign business control. This decision clarifies the IRS's authority to collect penalties under I.R.C. § 6038(b) through administrative assessment rather than requiring a federal district court judgment.

Peña Garcia v. Department of Labor - Workers' Compensation

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals denied a petition for review in Peña Garcia v. Department of Labor. The court affirmed the denial of reimbursement for medical cannabis-infused edibles, citing the Controlled Substances Act's classification of marijuana as a Schedule I substance.

Miller v. Lamanna - Appeal of Dismissal for Failure to State a Claim

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a district court's dismissal of a former corrections officer's discrimination and retaliation claims. The appellate court found the district court erred by converting a summary judgment motion into a Rule 12(b)(6) motion to dismiss, considering only the complaint's allegations.

2nd Circuit Opinion: Bondholders v. Republic of Argentina

The 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals issued an opinion in the case of bondholders suing the Republic of Argentina for defaulted principal payments. The court affirmed in part and vacated in part the district court's judgment, remanding for further proceedings regarding the timeliness and enforceability of certain bond claims.

GEICO v. Mayzenberg - Insurance No-Fault Benefits Dispute

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a district court judgment in favor of GEICO in GEICO v. Mayzenberg. The court found that under New York law, an insurer cannot deny no-fault medical benefits based solely on alleged professional misconduct that does not involve ceding control of a professional services corporation to an unlicensed party. The case is remanded for further proceedings.

Sacaza v. City of New York - Qualified Immunity Ruling

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a district court's denial of summary judgment for a New York City detective in a false arrest and malicious prosecution case. The court found that arguable probable cause existed, granting the detective qualified immunity on federal claims.

Jin v. City of New York - Qualified Immunity for False Arrest Claim

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a district court's denial of qualified immunity to NYPD officers in a false arrest case. The court found that officers had arguable probable cause to arrest Guo Hua Jin, overturning the district court's decision and granting immunity.

Court of Appeals Decision on Asylum and CAT Claim

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals granted in part a petition for review concerning asylum and Convention Against Torture (CAT) claims. The court remanded the case to the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) to determine eligibility for asylum and withholding of removal, excluding the material support bar. The petition for review of the CAT claim was denied.

US v. Aryeetey - Affirmation of Conviction and Sentence

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction and sentence of Ivanjoel Aryeetey for being a felon in possession of a firearm. The court found no abuse of discretion in the admission of DNA evidence and deemed the sentence substantively reasonable.

Kellogg v. Nichols - Judicial Immunity in Firearms Licensing

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals amended its opinion in Kellogg v. Nichols, affirming the dismissal of a lawsuit challenging New York's firearms licensing laws. The court held that state court judges are absolutely immune from individual-capacity suits and that federal jurisdiction is barred by Article III's case-or-controversy requirement for official-capacity claims.

Tart Cherries Referendum Order for Growers and Processors

The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is directing a referendum among tart cherry growers and processors in seven states to determine if they favor continuing Marketing Order No. 930. The referendum will be conducted from March 30 to April 20, 2026. USDA will consider termination if less than 50% of voters and volume favor continuance.

Oklahoma Central Filing System Amendments Approved by AMS

The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) has approved amendments to Oklahoma's Central Filing System, transferring authority from the Secretary of State to the County Clerk. This change will allow for electronic filing of Effective Financing Statements and public access to recorded documents online.

CISA Adds Wing FTP Server Vulnerability to KEV Catalog

CISA has added CVE-2025-47813, a Wing FTP Server information disclosure vulnerability, to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) Catalog. This addition is based on evidence of active exploitation and poses significant risks to federal agencies.

Colorado AG Sues OneMain Financial for Deceptive Lending

Colorado has joined a multistate lawsuit against OneMain Financial, alleging deceptive lending practices and hidden fees that inflated borrowers' costs. The lawsuit seeks restitution for consumers, civil penalties, and injunctive relief to stop the alleged unlawful practices.

Colorado AG Joins Lawsuit Challenging HUD Funding Cuts for Fair Housing Enforcement

Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser joined a coalition of state attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The lawsuit challenges HUD's actions threatening to withhold funding from state and local fair housing enforcement agencies for adhering to state laws and imposing illegal conditions on HUD funding.

DOJ Religious Liberty Commission Sixth Hearing

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has published a notice for the sixth hearing of the Religious Liberty Commission. The notice includes a link to the video recording of the hearing, which took place on March 16, 2026.

HMRC Guidance: Pillar 2 Top-up Taxes Software

HM Revenue & Customs has published guidance on choosing commercial software for reporting Domestic Top-up Tax and Multinational Top-up Tax under Pillar 2. The guidance outlines the requirements for software and lists providers currently developing compatible products.

HMRC Stronger Action Against Tax Advisers

HMRC will implement stronger actions against tax advisers engaging in sanctionable conduct from April 1, 2026. This guidance outlines the definition of sanctionable conduct, the process for investigation, and the penalties that can be imposed, including financial penalties based on potential lost revenue and public disclosure of details for significant penalties.

HMRC Guidance on Publishing Tax Adviser Misconduct Details

HMRC will begin publishing details of tax advisers who have committed misconduct and received a sanction from April 1, 2026. This guidance outlines the types of information that may be published and the process for notification and response.

HMRC Guidance: Changes to Voluntary National Insurance for Time Abroad

HM Revenue & Customs has updated guidance on voluntary National Insurance contributions for periods abroad, effective April 6, 2026. The changes will eliminate voluntary Class 2 contributions for time abroad and introduce new eligibility criteria for Class 3 contributions.

Voluntary National Insurance Contributions Abroad Changes

HM Revenue & Customs has updated guidance on voluntary National Insurance contributions for periods abroad. Effective April 6, 2026, voluntary Class 2 NICs for periods outside the UK will be abolished, and requirements for Class 3 NICs will change.

Ballot Box Partition Classification Guidance

HM Revenue & Customs has published new guidance on the classification of ballot box partitions. The guidance specifies the Combined Nomenclature (CN) code 7616 99 90 for unassembled ballot box partition kits, consisting of aluminium profiles and fasteners.