Everest Indemnity Insurance v. Kates Detective - Declaratory Judgment

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois granted Everest Indemnity Insurance Company's motion for summary judgment, ruling it is not obligated to defend or indemnify Kates Detective & Security Services Agency, Inc. and the Chicago Housing Authority in an underlying wrongful death lawsuit. The court found that Kates failed to procure the required insurance coverage as per their agreement.

Walgreen Co. v. Collegium Pharmaceutical, Inc. - Motion to Dismiss

The District Court for the Northern District of Illinois granted Collegium Pharmaceutical's motion to dismiss a case filed by Walgreen Co. The court found a lack of personal jurisdiction and failure to state a claim regarding alleged breaches of a return policy for pain medications. The case involved claims of over $14 million in unjust enrichment.

Colorado QuitLine Offers Incentive to Quit Tobacco

The Colorado QuitLine is offering adults up to $100 in incentives for completing a tobacco and nicotine cessation coaching series. This initiative aims to increase quit rates, with participants receiving personalized coaching and free nicotine replacement therapy.

Measles Outbreak Declared in Broomfield, Colorado

Colorado public health officials have confirmed a measles outbreak following a third connected case. The announcement details known exposure sites and dates in Broomfield, urging unvaccinated individuals to consider post-exposure prophylaxis and monitor for symptoms. The public is advised to contact health officials if symptoms develop.

FDA Safety Communication on Choking Rescue Protocols and Devices

The FDA is issuing a safety communication to encourage the public and healthcare providers to follow established choking rescue protocols before using anti-choking devices. The agency highlights that established protocols, such as back blows and abdominal thrusts, are the most effective method and that using devices first could delay life-saving actions.

Nominations for Federal Reserve Board of Governors Sent to Senate

The White House announced that nominations for Kevin Warsh to be Chairman and a Member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System have been sent to the Senate. This action is part of the standard appointment process for the Federal Reserve.

Presidential Proclamation on Ratepayer Protection Pledge

President Trump issued a proclamation establishing the Ratepayer Protection Pledge, which seven leading technology companies have accepted. The pledge ensures that the energy demands of data centers and AI infrastructure will not increase household electricity costs, with companies agreeing to pay for new generation resources and infrastructure upgrades.

ESMA Compliance Table for Market Abuse Guidelines under MiCA

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has published a compliance table for its guidelines on market abuse under the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. This document serves as a reference for entities to understand their obligations regarding market abuse provisions within the MiCA framework.

ESMA Compliance Table for Crypto Asset Classification Guidelines

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has published a compliance table related to its Joint Guidelines on templates for explanations and opinions, and the standardised test for the classification of crypto assets. This document serves as a reference for entities to ensure their compliance with existing guidelines.

ESMA Compliance Table: Crypto-Assets as Financial Instruments

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has published a compliance table related to its Guidelines on the conditions and criteria for qualifying crypto-assets as financial instruments. This document serves as a reference for market participants to understand how to apply the guidelines.