California DOJ Releases 2025 Armed and Prohibited Persons System Annual Report

The California Department of Justice released its 2025 Armed and Prohibited Persons System (APPS) annual report, detailing efforts to remove prohibited individuals and seize illegal firearms. The report highlights the removal of 10,746 prohibited individuals and the seizure of 1,437 firearms.

Roe v. United States of America - Civil Rights Case Filing

A new civil rights case, Roe v. United States of America, was filed on March 13, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves a complaint against the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

Mendenhall v. State of Indiana - Criminal Appeal

The Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Bruce Mendenhall for murder. The court found sufficient evidence to establish territorial jurisdiction and upheld the admission of evidence from a search conducted in Tennessee. The opinion was issued on March 12, 2026.

State v. Shannon L. Bone - Criminal Appeal

The Court of Appeals of South Carolina affirmed the conviction of Shannon L. Bone for armed robbery and her sentence of life without parole. The court held that the trial court did not err in admitting portions of Bone's interview where she offered to be a confidential informant and inquired about charge reduction, as these demonstrated consciousness of guilt.

SCDSS v. George Cleveland, III - Child Support Order Appeal

The Court of Appeals of South Carolina affirmed a family court's denial of a motion to stay enforcement of an administrative child support order. The appellant waived challenges to the original order by not appealing it directly.

Nathaniel Shell v. Neil T. Phillips - Legal Malpractice Appeal

The Court of Appeals of South Carolina affirmed a circuit court's order dismissing a legal malpractice case without prejudice. The court found that the defendant's motion to dismiss was properly granted, and the plaintiff's motion to extend time to file an expert witness affidavit was denied.

Carroll D. Brown v. John M. Baker - Non-Precedential Opinion

The Court of Appeals of South Carolina affirmed a special referee's judgment of $301,150.00 in favor of John M. Baker. The appellant, Carroll D. Brown, argued the referee erred in several points, including hearsay testimony and spoliation of evidence.

Richardson v. Mt. Pleasant Square Associates - Landlord Tenant Dispute

The Court of Appeals of South Carolina affirmed a jury verdict and judgment against Mt. Pleasant Square Associates, II, LLC, Dewberry Capital Corporation, and GREP Southeast, LLC. The court also affirmed the trial court's orders denying the appellants' motions for directed verdict and judgment notwithstanding the verdict, and granting the respondents' motion for sanctions.

Pringle v. Hunt - Non-Precedential Opinion on Settlement Enforcement

The Court of Appeals of South Carolina reversed a lower court's order enforcing a settlement agreement in Jennifer Pringle v. Mackenzie Alice Hunt. The appellate court found that the insurer's acceptance of the settlement offer was only for Jennifer Pringle's claim and did not constitute a binding agreement as Jennifer did not sign the required Covenant Not to Execute.

Timothy Ghormley v. Mariann Ghormley - Family Law Appeal

The Court of Appeals of South Carolina reversed and remanded a family court order that enforced a mediated settlement agreement in the case of Timothy Ghormley v. Mariann Ghormley. The appellate court found that the family court erred in enforcing the agreement, necessitating further proceedings.

Chris Klein v. Kay Family Investments - Ejectment Appeal

The Court of Appeals of South Carolina affirmed a lower court's order in the case of Chris Klein v. Kay Family Investments. The appellate court found no preserved error in the circuit court's affirmation of the magistrate court's judgment and writ of ejectment in favor of Kay Family Investments.

Kathy Kennedy v. Bernard Myatt, III - Non-Precedential Opinion

The Court of Appeals of South Carolina issued a non-precedential opinion in Kathy Kennedy v. Bernard Myatt, III. The court affirmed the lower court's grant of summary judgment in favor of the respondent, Myatt Air Conditioning, LLC. This opinion should not be cited as precedent.

State v. Francisco Maldanado-Molina - Criminal Appeal

The Court of Appeals of South Carolina affirmed the convictions of Francisco Maldanado-Molina for murder, attempted murder, burglary, and weapons possession. The court found any error in admitting testimony about a handgun and money found during his apprehension to be harmless.

Flatiron-Zachry v. Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. - Arbitration Award Appeal

The Court of Appeals of South Carolina affirmed a lower court's decision denying a motion to vacate an arbitration award. The appeal concerned whether the arbitration panel erred in granting summary judgment in favor of Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. This non-precedential opinion should not be cited as precedent.

Keith R. Byrd v. Rebecca M. Byrd - Divorce and Equitable Distribution Appeal

The Court of Appeals of South Carolina reversed and remanded a family court's order in a divorce case. The appellate court found the family court failed to properly identify marital and separate property and assign values to marital assets and debts, impacting the equitable distribution award. The case is remanded for further proceedings.

Curtis Johnson v. SCDC - Sentence Credit Dispute

The Court of Appeals of South Carolina affirmed a lower court's decision regarding Curtis Johnson's sentence credit dispute with the South Carolina Department of Corrections. The court found that Johnson had received time served credit on all his sentences, upholding the denial of his grievances.

Maurice Odom v. State - Post-Conviction Relief Opinion

The Court of Appeals of South Carolina issued a non-precedential opinion in Maurice Odom v. State, concerning post-conviction relief. The court reversed in part and affirmed in part the PCR court's decision regarding ineffective assistance of counsel claims.

State v. Marcus A. Wigfall - Criminal Conviction Appeal

The Court of Appeals of South Carolina reversed convictions for third-degree criminal sexual conduct with a minor and contributing to the delinquency of a minor. The court found that the trial court erred by admitting testimonies that improperly bolstered the minor victim's credibility, leading to the reversal of the convictions.

Arlene Gariepy v. Midgard Self Storage - Court Opinion

The Court of Appeals of South Carolina issued a non-precedential opinion in Arlene Gariepy v. Midgard Self Storage Seneca SC, LLC. The court affirmed the circuit court's denial of the appellants' motion to compel arbitration, finding they waived their right to arbitration.

State v. Ricky L. Singer Jr. - Criminal Appeal

The Court of Appeals of South Carolina affirmed the conviction of Ricky Leroy Singer Jr. The court held that the circuit court did not abuse its discretion in admitting expert testimony regarding additional child pornography files found on the appellant's laptop, as their probative value was not substantially outweighed by the danger of unfair prejudice. The opinion is non-precedential.

Commissioners of Public Works of the City of Greenville v. US Pipe and Foundry Company, LLC - Court Opinion

The Court of Appeals of South Carolina issued a non-precedential opinion in Commissioners of Public Works of the City of Greenville v. US Pipe and Foundry Company, LLC. The court affirmed the lower court's order denying a motion to compel arbitration, addressing whether an arbitration agreement between a manufacturer and distributor binds a downstream purchaser.

CPUC Annual CASF Public Workshop on Broadband Expansion

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) will host its annual California Advanced Services Fund (CASF) Public Workshop on April 22, 2026. The workshop aims to foster collaboration among regional consortia, local governments, broadband providers, stakeholders, and consumers to discuss strategies for expanding broadband infrastructure and adoption in unserved California communities.

West Virginia v. Victor Lee Thompson - Criminal Appeal Affirmed

The Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia affirmed the conviction of Victor Lee Thompson in criminal action No. 22-F-80. The court's opinion addresses several legal standards, including Rule 403 of the West Virginia Rules of Evidence and the Confrontation Clause of the Sixth Amendment.

Teacher Convicted of Sexual Abuse - Restitution Appeal

The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals affirmed a circuit court's order of restitution against Willie Edward Belmonte, Jr., a former teacher convicted of sexual abuse against a minor student. The court upheld the restitution amount, which included payments to the Crime Victims Compensation Fund for tutoring services.

APRA Quarterly Insurance Statistics - December 2025

The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) has released its quarterly industry aggregate insurance statistical publications for the December 2025 quarter. These releases include performance statistics for general, life, and private health insurance sectors.

APRA Monthly Authorised Deposit-taking Institution Statistics - January 2026

The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) has released its Monthly Authorised Deposit-taking Institution Statistics (MADIS) publication for January 2026. This notice provides access to the latest statistical data for deposit-taking institutions.

APRA revokes Bank of Nova Scotia's ADI licence

The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) has revoked the authorised deposit-taking institution (ADI) licence of the Bank of Nova Scotia. This action follows the bank's decision to exit the Australian market and voluntarily surrender its licence.

APRA Statement on Gender Pay Gap

The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) reported a 5.6% average total remuneration gender pay gap for 2024, a slight increase from the previous year. APRA is implementing initiatives to advance gender equality and reduce the gap.

APRA Releases Quarterly ADI Statistics for December 2025

The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) has released its quarterly statistics for Authorised Deposit-taking Institutions (ADIs) for the quarter ending December 2025. The release includes updated data on financial performance, property exposures, and the impact of recently activated debt-to-income (DTI) limits.

Health Canada Recalls Nitrous Oxide Chargers

Health Canada has issued a recall for nitrous oxide chargers sold for inhalation without market authorization. Consumers are warned not to inhale these products recreationally and to seek medical attention if side effects occur. The recall affects multiple brands sold by Total Merchandise Ltd.

Instinct Plus Endoscopic Clipping Device Recall

Health Canada has issued a Type II recall for the Instinct® Plus Endoscopic Clipping Device manufactured by Wilson-Cook Medical, Inc. due to 486 reported malfunctions where the clip fails to open. This recall is to withdraw products manufactured prior to corrective actions being implemented.

Arjo Tenor Mobile Lift Recall

Health Canada has issued a Type II recall for the Arjo Tenor Mobile Lift due to a brake defect that can cause uncontrolled descent. All affected units must be removed from service immediately until repaired by authorized personnel.

Monoject Syringe Recall

Health Canada has issued a Type II recall for Monoject 1mL Luer Lock Syringes due to incorrect labeling. The affected products are mislabeled as Tuberculin syringes but contain U-100 Insulin syringes. Healthcare providers are advised to contact the manufacturer for more information.

SOLTIVE Premium SuperPulsed Laser System Recall

Health Canada has issued a Type II recall for the SOLTIVE Premium SuperPulsed Laser System manufactured by Gyrus Acmi, Inc. The recall is due to a defect in the 24V power supply causing sudden power loss or failure to power on. Affected customers will be contacted by Olympus representatives to schedule service.

Verret v. Verrett - Louisiana Court of Appeal Opinion

The Louisiana Court of Appeal, First Circuit, issued an opinion in Verret v. Verrett, case number 2026 CW 0314. The court considered a writ application but ultimately determined it was untimely filed based on established procedural rules.

New Jersey Superior Court Opinion - In the Matter of Gregory Rindosh

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a Civil Service Commission decision upholding the removal of Gregory Rindosh from his fiscal analyst position. The court found no error in the Commission's adoption of the Administrative Law Judge's findings.

Jasper Frazier v. New Jersey Department of Corrections - Opinion

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a final agency decision by the Department of Corrections denying an inmate's claim for lost property. The court found the inmate failed to meet his burden to establish the decision was arbitrary, capricious, or unreasonable.

Peter Krassner v. Walmart - New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division Opinion

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division issued a non-precedential opinion affirming a trial court's judgment in favor of plaintiff Peter Krassner against Walmart. The case involved a personal injury sustained at a Walmart store, and this appeal addressed Walmart's challenges to the trial court's rulings on notice and jury instructions.

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

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division heard an appeal concerning a township ordinance that retroactively applied new stormwater management regulations to pending development applications. The court reviewed the ordinance's validity and its conflict with the Municipal Land Use Law's time of application rule.

J.R. v. Township of Long Hill Board of Education - Harassment, Intimidation, or Bullying

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a decision by the Commissioner of Education upholding a school board's finding that a student committed an act of harassment, intimidation, or bullying. The ruling concerns demeaning comments sent via Snapchat.

Juan M. Garabito v. Board of Trustees - Court Opinion

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a Board of Trustees' decision denying a corrections officer's application for accidental disability benefits. The court found the officer's injury, sustained during an inmate attack, did not meet the criteria for accidental disability benefits under state law.

Long Valley Realty Holding LLC v. G & E Services LLC - Damages Appeal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division vacated a damages award in Long Valley Realty Holding, LLC v. G & E Services, LLC. The court found the trial court improperly awarded damages not supported by evidence and remanded the case for further proceedings.

New Jersey Superior Court: Firearms Purchaser ID Denial Appeal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed the denial of E.F.'s application for a firearms purchaser identification card and permit to purchase a handgun. The denial was based on E.F. falsifying information on his application and lacking the necessary temperament to be entrusted with a firearm.

Burden v. Harrington - New Jersey Superior Court Opinion

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a lower court's decision denying plaintiffs' motion to lift a stay and file an amended complaint. The case involves claims against an underinsured motorist carrier following a motor vehicle accident.

DOJ Guidance on Generative AI Use in EOIR Proceedings

The Department of Justice's Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) has issued guidance on the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in its proceedings. The guidance addresses the potential benefits and risks, particularly concerning the generation of inaccurate legal citations or arguments.

EOIR Updates Guidance for Dedicated Docket Cases

The Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) has updated its guidance for Dedicated Docket cases, expanding the program nationwide to all immigration courts not exclusively adjudicating detained aliens. The updated policy aims to improve efficiency by setting new adjudication timeframes for immigration judges and appellate judges.

EOIR Adjudicator Independence and Impartiality Policy Memo

The Department of Justice's Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) has issued a new policy memorandum (PM 25-42) updating guidance on the independence and impartiality of its adjudicators. This memo supersedes and replaces PM 21-15, clarifying existing principles and addressing potential confusion arising from subsequent practices.

DOJ Rescinds Asylum Fee Policy Memorandum

The Department of Justice's Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) has rescinded Policy Memorandum 25-36, which implemented new immigration fees. This action follows a court order that temporarily stayed the memorandum, although the underlying statutory fees remain in effect.

Immigration Appeal Deadline Reminder

The Department of Justice's Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) issued a reminder that the deadline for appealing an Immigration Judge's decision to the Board of Immigration Appeals remains 30 days. This clarifies confusion stemming from a vacated interim final rule that had proposed a 10-day deadline.

Care One, LLC v. NLRB - 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, alleging the Administrative Law Judge was improperly appointed due to a lack of quorum. The court found the plaintiffs could not demonstrate irreparable harm.