EMA Draft Guidance on Clinical Trials During Public Health Emergencies

The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has published draft guidance for conducting clinical trials during public health emergencies. This guidance, open for consultation until April 30, 2026, aims to streamline the authorization of new trials and modifications to ongoing trials.

Friends of Marconi Plaza v. J. Kenney - Court Opinion

The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania affirmed a lower court's decision to dismiss a complaint filed by Friends of Marconi Plaza against the Mayor of Philadelphia and the Historical Commission. The case concerns the removal of a Christopher Columbus statue and related administrative proceedings.

People v. Del Rosario-Martinez - DWI and Leaving Scene Conviction Affirmed

The Appellate Term of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a conviction for driving while impaired and leaving the scene of an incident. The court found the verdict was not against the weight of the evidence and rejected arguments based on new evidence not presented at trial.

EU Legislation and Regulatory Notices - March 5, 2026

The EU published several implementing regulations on March 5, 2026, amending lists related to animal health and restrictive measures. These regulations adjust authorizations for importing animals and animal products and implement sanctions concerning the situation in Sudan.

NY AG Secures Tenant Rights and Affordable Housing for 25 Families

New York Attorney General Letitia James secured new protections and additional compensation for 25 low-income families displaced from their homes. The settlement with Landsman Real Estate Services, Inc. and Landsman Development Corp. addresses improper notice and insufficient relocation payments provided to tenants.

NY AG Secures $271,000 for Tenants and Affordable Housing Protections

New York Attorney General Letitia James secured $271,000 in additional compensation and new protections for 25 low-income families displaced from affordable housing in Rochester. The settlement addresses a landlord's failure to properly notify tenants of their rights and provide sufficient relocation payments.

Cold-Rolled Steel from Korea: Preliminary Countervailing Duty Results

The International Trade Administration published preliminary results for the 2023 administrative review of certain cold-rolled steel flat products from the Republic of Korea. The notice also includes a rescission in part of the review. This action impacts importers and exporters of these steel products.

International Trade Commission Investigation: Electric Unicycles

The International Trade Commission has instituted an investigation into certain gyro-stabilized electric unicycles, components, and products containing them. This action, designated Investigation No. 337-TA-1488, will examine potential violations of U.S. trade laws related to these products.

ICE Arrests Guatemalan National for Employing Illegal Aliens

ICE Homeland Security Investigations arrested Brayan Adiel Gramajo Reyes, a Guatemalan national, for allegedly employing illegal aliens and encouraging illegal entry in Idaho. The investigation also uncovered human trafficking elements, with Gramajo accused of exploiting unaccompanied alien children.

Alien Sentenced for Cartel Drug Operation

ICE Homeland Security Investigations announced the sentencing of Baldemar Navarro-Jaimes to nearly 20 years in prison for leading a cartel-linked drug trafficking operation. The investigation dismantled a multistate narcotics network tied to La Familia Michoacana, resulting in the seizure of significant quantities of drugs and firearms.