Illinois Adult Use Cannabis Sales Figures Released Jan-Feb 2026

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has released adult-use cannabis sales figures for January and February 2026. The report details total sales, in-state resident sales, and out-of-state resident sales, totaling over $215 million for the two-month period.

Dina Mendoza v. Aetna Life Insurance Company - ERISA Coverage Dispute

The Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the dismissal of a lawsuit against Aetna Life Insurance Company concerning ERISA coverage for newborn medical expenses. The court found the plaintiff failed to state a plausible claim that Aetna was the primary insurer, but remanded to allow amendment of the complaint.

Mencia v. United States - Motion to Vacate Conviction

The Eleventh Circuit affirmed the denial of Andres Mencia's motion to vacate his conviction for conspiracy to dispense controlled substances. The court found that Mencia's argument regarding an intervening change in law was untimely as a matter of law.

Nance v. Georgia DOC - Eighth Amendment Execution Challenge

The Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals reviewed a prisoner's challenge to his execution by lethal injection, alleging it would violate the Eighth and Fourteenth Amendments due to compromised veins. The court considered whether the district court erred in rejecting the prisoner's complaint.

Leonardo Crespo v. TSLA - Non-Precedential Court Opinion

The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal in Leonardo Crespo v. TSLA for lack of jurisdiction. The court found the appealed order was not final and therefore not immediately appealable, and a subsequent final judgment did not cure the premature appeal.

Harrius Johnson v. Miami-Dade County - Employment Discrimination Appeal

The Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the District Court's grant of summary judgment in favor of Miami-Dade County in an employment discrimination and retaliation lawsuit filed by a former police officer. The court reviewed the appeal in light of its decision in Lewis v. City of Union City.

Data Technology Group Inc. v. Capital Data Analytics Inc. - Appeal Jurisdiction

The Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal from Data Technology Group, Inc. against Capital Data Analytics, Inc. The court found it lacked jurisdiction because the district court's order was not a final decision, as claims against other defendants remained pending. The appeal was dismissed without prejudice.

Orlando Jefferson v. State - Appeal Dismissal

The Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals dismissed in part the appeal of Orlando Jefferson due to an untimely notice of appeal regarding the district court's April 2, 2025, final order. The appeal will proceed only as to the district court's December 31, 2025, post-judgment order.

Steven Thomas Deming v. Social Security Administration - Disability Benefits Appeal

The Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the district court's order upholding the denial of disability insurance benefits for Steven Thomas Deming. The court reviewed Deming's claim, which was based on a combination of physical and mental impairments and a 100% disability rating from the VA.

National Christmas Products v. OJ Commerce - Court Opinion

The Eleventh Circuit affirmed a district court's decision to deny sanctions against National Christmas Products, Inc. in a case where the plaintiff's incorrect assertion of diversity jurisdiction led to the dismissal of their suit against OJ Commerce, LLC. The court found no abuse of discretion in the denial of sanctions.