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The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division issued a non-precedential opinion in the case of DCPP v. B.C., concerning the matter of A.S.C. The appeal addresses orders related to legal and psychological parent status and the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

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.

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.

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.

International Operation Disrupts Crypto Fraud and Aids Victims

An international law enforcement operation, Operation Atlantic, has been launched by agencies in the US, UK, and Canada to disrupt crypto fraud, specifically 'approval phishing' scams. The operation aims to identify and assist victims, recover stolen funds, and raise public awareness about cryptocurrency investment scams.

EC Merger Approval: I Squared Capital / Ramudden

The European Commission has approved the proposed merger between I Squared Capital and Ramudden. The decision, made under Article 6(1)(b) of the Merger Regulation, signifies non-opposition to the concentration.

Order Grants Hearing Continuance for Melthon James Branch Jr.

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California issued an order granting a stipulation to continue a hearing for Melthon James Branch Jr. in criminal case 3:21-cr-00218-CRB-1. The order was signed by Magistrate Judge Lisa J. Cisneros.

Nakusp Community Radio Society - Licence Revocation

The CRTC has revoked the broadcasting licence for CJHQ-FM Nakusp, British Columbia, at the request of the Nakusp Community Radio Society. The revocation is effective March 16, 2026.

CRTC Approves Technical Amendments for CITM-FM Ottawa

The CRTC has approved technical amendments for Torres Media Ottawa Inc.'s radio station CITM-FM Ottawa. The changes include increasing power and relocating the transmitter antenna to share a tower with another station, aimed at improving operational efficiency and reducing costs. The amendments are effective upon notification from the Department of Industry and must be implemented by March 16, 2028.

People v. Elhaddad (Ali) - Criminal Conviction Affirmation

The New York Appellate Term affirmed a conviction for third-degree sexual abuse against Ali Elhaddad. The court found the accusatory instrument to be jurisdictionally valid, establishing all elements of the offense and the defendant's commission thereof. The decision was rendered on March 13, 2026.

Colorado Capital Invs. v. Taveras - Legal Opinion

The Appellate Term of the Supreme Court of New York reversed a lower court's denial of a motion to vacate a default judgment. The court ordered a traverse hearing to determine if the defendant was properly served with the legal documents.

People v. Scarborough - Criminal Case Affirmation

The New York Supreme Court, Appellate Term, First Department, affirmed a judgment of conviction for petit larceny against Odell Scarborough. The court found the accusatory instrument was not jurisdictionally defective and that the identification of the defendant was based on personal observation.

People v. Abreu (Ernesto) - DWI Conviction Affirmation

The Appellate Term of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a judgment of conviction for driving while intoxicated against Ernesto Abreu. The court found the accusatory instrument to be jurisdictionally valid and upheld the conviction based on the evidence presented.

EU Restrictive Measures and Feed Additive Regulations

The EU has published new implementing regulations concerning restrictive measures against cyber-attacks, actions undermining Ukraine's integrity, Russia's destabilising activities, and the situation in Iran. Additionally, new rules address the denial of authorisation for a feed additive and amendments to existing feed additive authorisations and official controls for animal products.

NY AG Sues OneMain for Predatory Lending Practices

New York Attorney General Letitia James, leading a coalition of 12 other state AGs, has sued OneMain Financial for allegedly trapping consumers in debt through predatory lending practices. The lawsuit seeks to stop the company's alleged scheme of adding expensive and useless add-on products to loans without proper disclosure, impacting tens of thousands of New Yorkers.

Air Force Exemption Extension Request

The General Services Administration (GSA) has posted a request from the U.S. Air Force for an extension of an existing exemption. The request was posted on March 16, 2026, and details are available in the attached document.

FRA Decision Letter

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has posted a decision letter related to docket FRA-2021-0015. This notice indicates the closure of the comment period for this matter.

NRC Issues Construction Permit for Kemmerer Power Station Unit 1

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has issued Construction Permit No. CPAR-1 to US SFR Owner, LLC for the Kemmerer Power Station Unit 1 reactor facility. This permit authorizes the construction of the power reactor in Lincoln County, Wyoming.

FDA withdraws proposed rule on sunlamp products

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has withdrawn a proposed rule concerning the restricted sale, distribution, and use of sunlamp products. This withdrawal means the FDA will not finalize the proposed regulations that were initially published in December 2015.

FAA Supplemental Airworthiness Directive

The FAA has issued a Supplemental Airworthiness Directive (AD) based on EASA AD 2024-0088 C1. This AD addresses potential safety issues related to aircraft components, requiring specific actions from manufacturers and operators to ensure continued airworthiness.

NHTSA Proposes Modernizing FMVSS 103/104 for ADS Vehicles

NHTSA is proposing to amend Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) No. 103 and No. 104 to except vehicles equipped with Automated Driving Systems (ADS) that lack manual driving controls. This action aims to reduce regulatory burdens for ADS vehicles and harmonize standards with current industry practices.

DEA Temporarily Schedules Bromazolam as Controlled Substance

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has issued a temporary order scheduling bromazolam as a Schedule I controlled substance. This action is necessary to avoid an imminent hazard to public safety and imposes the full regulatory controls of Schedule I substances on those handling it.