DEC Forest Rangers - Week in Review

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) released a weekly update on Forest Ranger activities. The report details 362 search and rescue missions, 202 wildfires extinguished, and over 1,100 arrests and tickets issued in 2025. It also highlights recent public outreach and training exercises.

DEC and Team Rubicon Improve Braddock Bay Trails

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and Team Rubicon are collaborating to remove hazardous trees and improve trail systems at Braddock Bay Wildlife Management Area. Trail closures are scheduled for March 21 and March 28, 2026, to facilitate this work.

NIST Updates Air-Kerma Standards and ADCL Calibration Coefficients

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has updated its air-kerma standards and ADCL calibration coefficients. These changes align with the adoption of recommendations from the International Commission on Radiation Units and Measurements (ICRU) Report 90.

Kharitonova v. Albarran - Immigration Habeas Corpus

A new civil case, Kharitonova v. Albarran et al., was filed on February 13, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case is classified under 'Other Immigration Actions' and involves a stipulation with a proposed order filed on March 5, 2026.

Massachusetts Clean Water Trust Approves Loans and Grants

The Massachusetts Clean Water Trust approved $7,046,000 in new low-interest loans and grants for water infrastructure projects. The funds will support projects in Provincetown and a school water improvement grant for Saint Joseph School.

Matter of Koschwitz - Attorney Resignation

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York accepted the resignation of attorney Scott Norman Koschwitz for nondisciplinary reasons. His name has been stricken from the roll of attorneys, and he is prohibited from practicing law in New York.

Ballard v. Beard - Labor Law and Negligence Appeal

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York issued an opinion in Ballard v. Beard, concerning an appeal from the denial of a motion for summary judgment. The case involves claims under Labor Law and common-law negligence related to a workplace injury during home renovation.

Reyes v. Scherrer - Appellate Division Opinion

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a lower court's decision in Reyes v. Scherrer, modifying a judgment in a small claims action concerning a residential tenancy. The court addressed the retention of a purported deposit and rental arrears.

Michael T. v. Rida S. - Divorce and Custody Appeal

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a judgment of divorce and custody. The court addressed challenges to joint legal custody and equitable distribution, upholding the lower court's decision regarding the best interests of the child and the parents' ability to cooperate.

People v. Daniels - Criminal Possession of Controlled Substance

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York issued an opinion in People v. Daniels, affirming a conviction for criminal possession of a controlled substance. The court addressed the defendant's appeal concerning the weight of the evidence and the suppression of seized evidence.