Drowsy Driving Risk Warning Due to Daylight Saving Time

The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles has issued a warning to motorists about the increased risk of drowsy driving associated with the start of Daylight Saving Time. The notice advises drivers to be aware of potential fatigue and take precautions to ensure safety on the road.

Iowa Supreme Court Opinion on Garnishment of Independent Contractor Funds

The Iowa Supreme Court ruled that Iowa Code section 642.21(1), which limits garnishment of an 'employee's' earnings, does not apply to funds owed to independent contractors. The court affirmed in part and reversed in part a lower court decision regarding the garnishment of funds owed to Mashon Van Mill.

Green Belt Bank & Trust v. Van Mill - Garnishment Order Limit Appeal

The Iowa Supreme Court has published its opinion in the case of Green Belt Bank & Trust v. Stephanie Marie Van Mill et al. The appeal concerned the application of Iowa Code section 642.21(1)(e) to limit the amount a judgment creditor could recover through garnishment. The court affirmed the lower court's decision.

Jones v. Lindell - Medical Malpractice Expert Witness Qualification

The Iowa Supreme Court affirmed a lower court's decision to strike a plaintiff's expert witness in a medical malpractice case. The court found the expert, a urologist, was not qualified to testify on the standard of care for an obstetrician-gynecologist under Iowa Code section 147.139. This ruling impacts how expert witnesses are qualified in medical malpractice suits in Iowa.

Medical malpractice appeal over expert witness qualification

Medical malpractice appeal over expert witness qualification

EU Official Journal L Series Daily View - March 6, 2026

The EU's EUR-Lex platform has published the Official Journal L series for March 6, 2026. This daily view includes new regulations, directives, and decisions from various EU institutions, covering topics such as visa exemptions, disease reporting, import duties, and environmental protection.

NY AG Statement on Housing Discrimination Lawsuit Ruling

New York Attorney General Letitia James released a statement on a ruling concerning source of income protections for renters. The ruling by the New York Appellate Division, Third Judicial Department, impacts housing discrimination lawsuits.

State AGs Sue Trump Administration Over Illegal Tariffs

New York Attorney General Letitia James, leading a coalition of 21 states and two governors, has sued the Trump administration to block new tariffs imposed under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974. The lawsuit argues these tariffs are illegal and violate the separation of powers, seeking a court order to declare them unlawful and issue refunds for costs paid by states.

Texas Court of Appeals Dismisses Parental Rights Case

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal in the case of In the Interest of A.C. and L.C. v. the State of Texas. The dismissal was based on a lack of appellate jurisdiction, as the order being appealed was neither a final judgment nor an appealable interlocutory order.

Pascual Torres v. Texas - Aggravated Sexual Assault Affirmed

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed a conviction for aggravated sexual assault of a child and indecency with a child. The appellant's sole issue on appeal, regarding the admission of extraneous-offense testimony, was waived due to inadequate briefing.