Nuclear Regulatory Commission: Streamlining Contested Adjudications in Licensing Proceedings

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has published a proposed rule to streamline contested adjudications in licensing proceedings. The rule aims to improve the efficiency of these proceedings and includes provisions for a public meeting.

Attorney General Criticizes Rate Increase for Yankee Gas

Connecticut Attorney General William Tong criticized the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) for approving an additional $4 million rate increase for Eversource-owned Yankee Gas. This decision follows previous rate hikes and penalty eliminations for other utility companies, drawing strong condemnation from the AG regarding the impact on consumers.

Terrance Reeves v. Pete Hegseth - Employment Discrimination Appeal

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed in part, vacated in part, and remanded a district court decision in Terrance Reeves v. Pete Hegseth. The court affirmed the dismissal of race discrimination and hostile work environment claims but vacated the summary judgment on the retaliation claim, remanding it for further proceedings.

Public Admonishment for Eric Chibueze Nwaubani

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a public admonishment to attorney Eric Chibueze Nwaubani for violating Local Rule 46(g)(1)(c). The disciplinary action stems from Nwaubani's submission of briefs containing citations to nonexistent judicial opinions, potentially generated by AI.

State v. Fincher - Ohio Court of Appeals Opinion

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction and sentence of Joshua A. Fincher. The court reviewed the case following an Anders brief filed by the defense counsel, concluding that the appeal was frivolous.

State v. Toleque - Criminal Conviction Appeal

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Brandon Toleque for murder, kidnapping, and rape. The court found no error in the trial court's admission of testimony under the excited-utterance exception, its refusal to merge charges, or its imposition of prison terms for firearm specifications.

In re J.C. - Juvenile Delinquency Case

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a juvenile court's judgment finding a child delinquent for sexual imposition. The court found sufficient evidence to support the conviction and the adjudication of delinquency, upholding the sentence of probation.

Am. Express Natl. Bank v. Jenkins - Ohio Court of Appeals Opinion

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's denial of a motion for relief from judgment in a credit card debt case. The appellate court found no abuse of discretion in denying the motion on standing grounds and addressed issues of service, due process, and procedural rules.

Ohio Court of Appeals Opinion on Permanent Custody Appeal

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision terminating parental rights and granting permanent custody to Guernsey County Children Services. The mother appealed the decision, arguing it was not in the child's best interest.

Harold Long v. Unemployment Insurance Appeal Board - Unemployment Benefits Appeal

The Delaware Superior Court affirmed the Unemployment Insurance Appeal Board's decision to deny Harold Long's appeal for unemployment benefits due to a late filing. The court found no legal error in the Board's determination that the appeal was not filed within the statutory deadline.

Attorney General v Mystic Valley Charter School - Public Records Law

The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court ruled that Commonwealth charter schools are subject to the State's public records law. The court affirmed a lower court's decision, finding that Mystic Valley Regional Charter School must comply with public records requests.

Palmieri v. Glover - Custody Dispute Legal Opinion

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York affirmed lower court orders regarding child custody. The mother's petition to modify a prior custody order to award her sole legal and residential custody was denied, while the father's petitions to modify the order for sole custody were granted, including decision-making authority for the child's education and healthcare.

Da-Kym Barksdale v. Gilmore - Custody Dispute

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York reversed a Family Court order that granted a father sole custody due to the mother's failure to appear. The court remitted the matter for an expeditious hearing on the father's petition to modify a prior custody order.

People v. Abdullah - Criminal Conviction Affirmation

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a judgment convicting Andrew Abdullah of unauthorized use of a vehicle. The court found no non-frivolous issues on appeal and granted the motion to withdraw as counsel.

People v. Griffin - Appellate Division Opinion

The New York Appellate Division denied an application for a writ of error coram nobis, which sought to vacate a prior decision affirming a judgment based on ineffective assistance of appellate counsel. The court found the appellant failed to establish the claim.

People v. Ble - Court Opinion

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York issued an opinion in the case of People v. Ble on March 11, 2026. The docket number is unknown, and there are no citations or authorities listed as of the document's publication.

People v. Arcaya - Appellate Division Opinion

The New York Appellate Division published an opinion in People v. Arcaya on March 11, 2026. The court affirmed the sentence imposed on the defendant, finding it was not excessive despite a deficient oral colloquy regarding the waiver of appeal rights.

Key Constr. Servs. v. County of Westchester - Contract Dispute

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York affirmed a lower court's decision dismissing a petition by Key Construction Services, LLC. The case involved a dispute over telecommunications/IT work required under a contract with the County of Westchester.

Bisogno v. Libertella - Defamation, False Arrest, Malicious Prosecution

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York reversed a judgment in a defamation, false arrest, and malicious prosecution case. The court granted the defendants' motion to set aside the jury's damages verdict as excessive and ordered a new trial on the issue of damages.

Kurtanidze v. Fasino - Personal Injury Appeal

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York reversed a lower court's decision, denying a motion for summary judgment in a personal injury case. The court found that the plaintiff's opposition papers should have been considered despite a technical defect in filing.

Matter of Stokes v Johnson - Appellate Division Ruling

The New York Appellate Division, Second Department, ruled on Matter of Stokes v. Johnson, denying a petition for a writ of mandamus. The court found the petitioner failed to demonstrate a clear legal right to compel a lower court justice to direct a district attorney to respond to a motion.

American Tr. Ins. Co. v. SCOB, LLC - Attorney's Fee Award

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York reversed a lower court's judgment regarding an attorney's fee award. The court remitted the matter for a new determination of the attorney's fee to be awarded to SCOB, LLC, a medical provider, pursuant to 11 NYCRR 65-4.10(j)(4).

7-Eleven, Inc. v. Town of Oyster Bay - Administrative Law

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York affirmed a lower court's decision denying a petition to review a determination by the Town Board of the Town of Oyster Bay. The Town Board had denied 7-Eleven's application for a special use permit, site plan approval, and modification of covenants and restrictions for a gas station and convenience store.

T.I. v. R.I. - Divorce and Ancillary Relief Case

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York affirmed a lower court's order denying a defendant's motion for summary judgment to dismiss a divorce complaint and for sanctions. The case involves the validity of a marriage solemnized by a religious contract without a marriage license.

Stewart Hill, LLC v. Windsor - Local Law Challenge

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York modified a lower court's order regarding Local Law No. 3 of 2021 of the Town of New Windsor. The court granted summary judgment to the Town of New Windsor on certain causes of action, effectively upholding the local law against a challenge.

Whelan v. Whelan - Child Support Modification Ruling

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York reversed a lower court's order that granted a downward modification of child support. The court found that the parties' stipulation, which waived modification rights under certain conditions, was binding. The original child support was $6,250 per month, and the lower court had reduced it to $3,500 per month.

People v. Dickson - Appellate Court Opinion

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York issued an opinion in the case of People v. Dickson on March 11, 2026. The specific nature of the ruling and its implications are not detailed in the provided text.

Swanson v. Queens Ballpark Co., LLC - Personal Injury Opinion

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York affirmed an order granting summary judgment to the defendants in a personal injury case. The plaintiff was injured by a projectile during a t-shirt launch event at Citi Field.

American Tr. Ins. Co. v. Bruno Med. Supply, Inc. - Insurance Dispute

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a lower court's order denying a motion to vacate a default judgment in an insurance dispute. The case involves a de novo determination of claims for no-fault insurance benefits.

Newkirk Ave. LLC v. Everest Natl. Ins. Co. - Insurance Coverage Dispute

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York affirmed a lower court's decision in favor of Everest National Insurance Company. The court declared that the insurance policy issued to 25-01 Newkirk Avenue, LLC, did not provide coverage for the underlying personal injury action due to a lead exclusion clause.

Stewart Hill LLC v. Town of New Windsor - Zoning Moratorium Dispute

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a lower court's decision exempting Stewart Hill LLC's site plan application from a local development moratorium. The decision clarifies the application of Local Law No. 1 of 2020 regarding SEQRA review prior to the moratorium's introduction.

UKRI Funding for Consumer-Led Flexibility Market Access Sandpit

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has announced a £1 million funding opportunity for a sandpit event focused on accelerating market access for consumer-led flexibility in the UK's energy market. The event aims to co-design prototype and minimum viable test products to address barriers to scaling flexibility, with successful projects eligible for funding.

Tennessee v. Maney - Voluntary Manslaughter Conviction Appeal

The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals affirmed a voluntary manslaughter conviction and sentence. The court addressed issues regarding eyewitness opinion testimony and the defendant's confinement sentence. The judgment of the trial court was upheld.

Dissenting Opinion on Speedy Trial Rights in Probation Revocation

This document contains a dissenting opinion from the Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals regarding the attachment of speedy trial rights in probation revocation proceedings. The dissenting judge argues that the right attaches upon the issuance of the warrant, not its service, contrary to the majority's conclusion in the case of State of Tennessee v. Tommy Lynn Hollingsworth.

Huang v. Lehman - Immigration Case Filing

The case of Huang v. Lehman was filed on March 11, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case type is Civil, with a basis in U.S. Government and nature of suit categorized as Other Immigration Actions. The filing fee was $405.

Cal/OSHA Advises Employers on Heat Illness Prevention

Cal/OSHA has issued an advisory urging employers to prevent heat illness as high temperatures are expected across California. The notice reminds employers of their legal obligations under existing Heat Illness Prevention Standards for both indoor and outdoor workplaces.

FCA Enforcement: Man jailed for illegal sale-rent-back scheme

The FCA has announced that Rajinder Gill has been sentenced to two and a half years in prison for running an illegal sale-and-rent-back scheme without authorization and illegally providing credit. His accomplices also received sentences. The scheme targeted vulnerable homeowners, resulting in significant financial losses and evictions.

FCA Imposes Restrictions on Sendsii Ltd

The FCA has imposed restrictions on Sendsii Ltd, preventing it from carrying out any regulated activity. This action follows the suspension of the firm's registration by HMRC. Sendsii Ltd is required to return all customer funds.

Environment Agency Removes Abandoned Boats from Thames

The Environment Agency has launched its biggest boat clean-up operation in a decade on the non-tidal Thames, aiming to remove over 100 abandoned vessels. This initiative is part of a new task force's efforts to address long-standing issues with sunk, wrecked, and unregistered boats on the river.

Environment Agency Secures £430k After Pollution Incidents

The Environment Agency has secured £430,000 from Imerys Minerals Limited for the West Country Rivers Trust following six clay pollution incidents between September 2021 and July 2023. Imerys will also pay £22,600 in investigation costs and has implemented measures to prevent future pollution.

Health Districts Urge Planning for Severe Weather

The Hampton & Peninsula Health Districts in Virginia are urging residents to plan for severe spring weather, including tornadoes, thunderstorms, and flooding. The notice provides safety tips and encourages participation in Severe Weather Awareness Week activities.

United States v. Tevye Tyshear Shelton Jones - Criminal Appeal

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the convictions of Tevye Tyshear Shelton Jones on charges including drug possession with intent to distribute and illegal firearm possession. The court found no error in the lower court's proceedings and upheld all four convictions.

United States v. Vijaya Shetty - Sixth Circuit Court Opinion

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals has issued a non-precedential opinion in the case of United States v. Vijaya Shetty. The opinion is associated with docket number 24-1726 and was filed on March 11, 2026.

Poynter v. Bennett - Sixth Circuit Grants Rehearing En Banc

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals has granted a rehearing en banc in the case of Luther Poynter v. Aaron Bennett. This decision vacates the previous ruling, stays the mandate, and restores the case to the docket for further proceedings, including supplemental briefing and oral argument.

Eitel v. Stoll Keenon Ogden PLLC - Legal Malpractice Appeal

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's dismissal of a legal malpractice case against Stoll Keenon Ogden PLLC. The court found the claims were time-barred by the statute of limitations and that the plaintiff failed to state a claim for breach of fiduciary duty.

A.M. v. C.C. - Appeal Dismissal

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals has dismissed the appeal in A.M. v. C.C. due to the appellant's failure to file an opening brief by the established deadline. The court issued a default notice and proceeded with dismissal after no further action was taken by the appellant.

Swoope v. Citizens Insurance Company of the Midwest - Insurance Case

The Michigan Supreme Court reversed a Court of Appeals decision regarding personal protection insurance (PIP) benefits. The Court held that the unlawful taking of a vehicle is distinct from unlawful operation when determining eligibility for PIP benefits under MCL 500.3113(a). The case is remanded for further consideration.

Delaware Court of Chancery Opinion Enters Judgment for Defendants

The Delaware Court of Chancery entered judgment for defendants in a post-trial opinion regarding claims of fraud and breach of an operating agreement. The court found that the plaintiffs failed to prove their theory that defendants intentionally misrepresented information about a company acquisition.

SEC and CFTC Announce Inter-Agency Coordination MOU

The SEC and CFTC have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance coordination and collaboration between the agencies. This agreement aims to support lawful innovation, uphold market integrity, and protect investors and customers by harmonizing regulatory definitions and coordinating oversight.

Hawaii Supreme Court Denies Petition for Writ of Prohibition

The Hawaii Supreme Court denied a petition for a writ of prohibition filed by Jasen Nielsen against Judge Stephanie Char and Jacklyn Perales. The court found that the petitioner had not demonstrated a clear and indisputable right to relief.