Pension Fraud Alert: Impersonation Scams Rise

The Pensions Regulator (TPR) has issued a fraud alert urging the UK pensions industry to enhance security measures against impersonation scams. Analysis shows a rise in fraud targeting pension savers, with approximately £500,000 lost and £2.5 million at risk between 2021 and 2025.

Brandon Lamont French v. State of Indiana - Criminal Appeal

The Indiana Court of Appeals reversed Brandon Lamont French's convictions for Invasion of Privacy. The court found that the State did not present sufficient evidence to sustain the convictions. This decision impacts the specific case and may set precedent for similar evidentiary challenges in Indiana.

Damon D. Clark v. First Merchants Bank - Foreclosure Appeal

The Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's grant of summary judgment to First Merchants Bank in a foreclosure action against Damon D. Clark. The court found that Clark waived his appeal issues by not presenting them to the trial court and that the bank established a prima facie case for foreclosure.

Roe v. United States of America - Civil Rights

A civil rights case, Roe v. United States of America (Federal Bureau of Prisons), was filed on March 11, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The filing includes a complaint and proposed summons. The case is assigned docket number 4:26-cv-02115.

Lower Duwamish Waterway Cleanup Public Comment Periods

The Washington State Department of Ecology has opened three public comment periods related to the Lower Duwamish Waterway cleanup. These periods cover the Jorgensen Forge site, the South Park Marina site, and a new consent decree for the overall waterway cleanup, with comment periods running through April 22, 2026.

CPUC Consumer Services Supervisor Profile: Heather Dunham

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) published a profile of Heather Dunham, Consumer Services Supervisor in Los Angeles. The article highlights her role in managing consumer complaints regarding utility services and her efforts in staff training and de-escalation.

State AGs Oppose Trump Administration's No-Bond Immigration Detention Policy

California Attorney General Rob Bonta, joined by 10 other State Attorneys General, filed an amicus brief opposing the Trump Administration's "no-bond" immigration detention policy. The brief argues the policy violates due process and federal statutes by mandating indefinite detention without bond hearings for certain non-citizens.

ICO Fines Police Scotland £66,000 for Data Mishandling

The ICO has fined Police Scotland £66,000 and issued a reprimand for serious data mishandling. Failures included excessive mobile phone data extraction and unlawful disclosure of sensitive personal information to a third party, violating UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

B&L Tire Service v. New Jersey Turnpike Authority - Prequalification Protest

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division reversed and remanded a decision by the New Jersey Turnpike Authority that rescinded Noll Brothers Inc.'s prequalification status for towing services. The court found the Authority's decision was not supported by substantial evidence in the record.

Dechert v. Totowa Board of Education - Employment Dispute

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a lower court's decision granting summary judgment to the Totowa Board of Education in a case brought by employee Stacie Dechert. The court found the opinion non-precedential.

State of New Jersey v. Donqua Thomas - Criminal Appeal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed the conviction of Donqua Thomas for first-degree murder and related weapons offenses. The court's decision, issued on March 11, 2026, upholds the jury's verdict from June 2023.

Toca Madera Scottsdale LLC v Madera Group Investments LLC - Civil Appeal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed an order quashing a subpoena in the case of Toca Madera Scottsdale, LLC v. Madera Group Investments, LLC. The court's decision pertains to a civil dispute originating from alleged unauthorized stock transfers.

McDermott v. City of Plainfield - Civil Appeal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a lower court's order granting summary judgment to the City of Plainfield in a civil appeal filed by Karen McDermott. The case involved an incident during an electrical inspection.

George Haffert v. Bell Tower Condominium Association Opinion

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division issued a non-precedential opinion in George Haffert v. Bell Tower Condominium Association. The court affirmed two trial court orders but vacated and remanded one order concerning a dispute over a settlement agreement and related fees.

Law Offices of Gary S. Park, Pc v. Sung H. Jang - Appeal of Sanctions Denial

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a lower court's decision denying a motion for sanctions against a plaintiff. The case involves a dispute between a law firm and a former associate who left to start her own practice, leading to allegations of breach of fiduciary duty and tortious interference.

New Jersey v. Hakeem Maloney - Non-Precedential Opinion

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division issued a non-precedential opinion affirming the denial of post-conviction relief for Hakeem Maloney. The court addressed claims of ineffective assistance of counsel related to expert reports and the right to testify.

In the Matter of Police Chief, Paterson - Civil Service Appeal

The New Jersey Superior Court affirmed a Civil Service Commission decision denying the City of Paterson's request to convert the Police Chief title to unclassified service. The court found the City's argument misplaced based on statutory requirements for first-class cities operating under a specific form of government.

PRA Fines UK Insurance Limited £10,625,000 for Solvency II Miscalculation

The Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) has fined UK Insurance Limited (UKI Limited) £10,625,000 for miscalculating its Solvency II balance sheet during 2023-2024, leading to an overstatement of solvency. This is the first enforcement action where the PRA's Early Account Scheme was utilized.

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 held that the district court did not abuse its discretion in allowing discovery from Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP, even though the documents might not be discoverable from the firm's client abroad.

Kellogg v. Nichols - Concealed Carry License Case

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals amended its opinion in Kellogg v. Nichols, a case concerning New York's concealed carry license laws. The court affirmed the dismissal of claims against a state court judge, upholding judicial immunity and federal jurisdiction requirements.

B.B. v. Hochul - Due Process Rights of Foster Children

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals reversed in part and affirmed in part a district court's decision in B.B. v. Hochul. The court found that fourteen foster children have standing to sue New York over its certification scheme for relative foster parents, which they allege violates their due process rights. The case is remanded for further proceedings.

CFHC v. CoreLogic Rental Property Solutions - Fair Housing Act and FCRA Case

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated in part, affirmed in part, and reversed in part a district court decision concerning CoreLogic Rental Property Solutions. The court found the Connecticut Fair Housing Center lacked standing and that CoreLogic did not cause housing denials under the Fair Housing Act, while also addressing a Fair Credit Reporting Act claim related to conservatorship documentation.

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, arguing the ALJ was improperly appointed due to a lack of quorum. The court found the plaintiffs could not demonstrate irreparable harm, thus affirming the denial of the injunction.

Reidy Contracting Group v. Mt. Hawley Insurance - Insurance Coverage Dispute

The Second Circuit affirmed a district court's decision in favor of Reidy Contracting Group, LLC, holding that Mt. Hawley Insurance Company must provide additional insured coverage. The court found Reidy to be an additional insured and construed an ambiguous Employers Liability Exclusion against Mt. Hawley.

Mar-Can Transport Co. v. Local 854 Pension Fund - ERISA Withdrawal Liability

The Second Circuit affirmed a District Court ruling that Mar-Can Transportation Company is entitled to a $1.8 million reduction in its ERISA withdrawal liability. The court interpreted a key ERISA provision regarding the transfer of unfunded vested benefits when employees switch unions.

US v. Cardenas - Court of Appeals Decision

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated the conviction of Jey James Roldan Cardenas for conspiracy to import cocaine. The court found that the district court erred in excluding evidence relevant to Cardenas's defense of lacking criminal intent. The case is remanded for further proceedings.

US v. Jimenez - 105 Months Prison 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 upheld the special conditions of supervised release, including electronic device searches and mental health counseling.

Safdieh v. Commissioner - Tax Court Ruling on Penalty Assessment

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the Commissioner of Internal Revenue may assess penalties for failing to report control of a foreign business under I.R.C. § 6038(b). The court vacated a Tax Court order that had prevented the Commissioner from collecting $50,000 in penalties against Joseph Safdieh through administrative assessment.

US v Aryeetey - Conviction Appeal Affirmation

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.

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 under the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, citing the Controlled Substances Act.

Miller v. Lamanna - Appeal of Dismissal

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 improperly converted a summary judgment motion into a dismissal motion, remanding the case for further proceedings.

GEICO v. Mayzenberg - Insurance No-Fault Benefits Dispute

The Second Circuit vacated a district court judgment in favor of GEICO, remanding the case of GEICO v. Mayzenberg. The court's decision was based on a certified question answered by the New York Court of Appeals, which clarified that an insurer cannot deny no-fault benefits based solely on alleged professional misconduct not amounting to ceding control of a professional services corporation to an unlicensed party.

Bondholders v. Republic of Argentina - Sovereign Bond Default Litigation

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals partially affirmed and vacated a lower court's decision in a case where bondholders sued the Republic of Argentina over defaulted sovereign bonds. The court found that some of the bondholders' claims are timely and that they now have the authority under Argentine law to sue, remanding the case for further proceedings.

Sacaza v. City of New York - Qualified Immunity Appeal

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

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

The Second 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, remanding the case for further proceedings.

Merger M.12322: Acquisition of joint control over Ryan

The European Commission has published a notice regarding Merger M.12322, concerning the proposed acquisition of joint control over Ryan, LLC by funds managed by NB Alternatives Advisers LLC, Onex Corporation, and Ares Management Corporation. This transaction involves the acquisition of joint control over a tax services and software provider.

Prior Notification of Concentration Case M.12322

The European Commission has published a prior notification of a concentration case (M.12322) involving NEUBERGER, ARES, ONEX, FOUNDER, and RYAN. This case is a candidate for the simplified procedure, indicating a potentially straightforward review process.

Apollo Funds / Lecta Proposed Concentration

The European Commission has published details regarding the proposed concentration involving Apollo Funds acquiring sole control over Lecta Paper Industries. This is a public notice for transparency regarding the merger review process.

Apollo Funds and Lecta Concentration Case - Simplified Procedure

The European Commission has published a prior notification for a concentration involving Apollo Funds and Lecta (Case M.12333). This case is a candidate for the simplified procedure, indicating a potentially straightforward review process for the merger.

IntelliVue MX Patient Monitor System EC10 Recall

Health Canada has issued a Type II recall for the Philips IntelliVue MX Patient Monitor System-IntelliBridge Module EC10. The recall is due to a potential safety issue where the system may fail to alarm for 'No Device Data' INOP, affecting patient safety. Healthcare providers are advised to contact the manufacturer for additional information.

Glacial Gold Fuzzy Mango Recalled Due to Packaging and Labelling Issues

Nextleaf Labs Ltd. is recalling Glacial Gold – Anytime 1:1 Fuzzy Mango cannabis extract due to incorrect cannabinoid values on the label and packaging issues. Approximately 1998 units were sold in Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan. Consumers are advised to check if their product is affected and return it to the store.

Rockefeller Photos LLC v. Guerra Quality Meats Inc - Copyright Infringement

Rockefeller Photos LLC has filed a copyright infringement complaint against Guerra Quality Meats Inc. in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case was filed on March 11, 2026, with a filing fee of $405.

NY AG and NYPD Announce Takedown of Stolen Vehicle Ring

New York Attorney General Letitia James and NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch announced the takedown of a multistate stolen vehicle ring. Five individuals were charged with 92 crimes for their roles in selling over 40 stolen cars valued at more than $1 million across New York and New Jersey.

ICE Lodges Immigration Detainer Against Alien Accused of Murder

ICE has lodged an immigration detainer against Samuel Antonio Maldonado-Erazo, an illegal alien accused of violently abusing and murdering his three-year-old nephew. Maldonado-Erazo was arrested in Florida and ICE intends to remove him upon his release from local custody.

Polypropylene Corrugated Boxes from China Determinations

The International Trade Commission has issued a notice regarding final determinations on polypropylene corrugated boxes from China. This notice is part of investigations numbered 701-TA-757 and 731-TA-1737.

Extension of Import Restrictions on Colombian Material

U.S. Customs and Border Protection has extended import restrictions on certain archaeological, ecclesiastical, and ethnological material from Colombia. This rule, published in the Federal Register, continues existing import limitations to protect cultural heritage.

Opaque Polymers: Rescission Proceeding and Remedial Orders Terminated

The International Trade Commission has terminated the rescission proceeding and rescinded remedial orders concerning certain opaque polymers, as per Investigation No. 337-TA-883. This action follows a notice published on March 11, 2026.

Unwrought Palladium from Russia - Preliminary Countervailing Duty Determination

The Department of Commerce has issued a preliminary affirmative determination that unwrought palladium from the Russian Federation is being subsidized. This notice initiates the next phase of the countervailing duty investigation, which could lead to the imposition of duties on imports.

Certain Monomers and Oligomers from Taiwan: Antidumping and Countervailing Duties

The International Trade Administration has issued a notice regarding antidumping and countervailing duty orders on certain monomers and oligomers from Taiwan. This action establishes duties on these imported products, impacting international trade and domestic industries.

Chlorinated Isocyanurates from China: Final Antidumping Duty Results

The International Trade Administration has published the final results of the antidumping duty administrative review for chlorinated isocyanurates from the People's Republic of China for the 2023-2024 period. This notice details the final determination of dumping margins.