Beltway Paving Company v. Pruco Life Insurance Company - Insurance Beneficiary Dispute

The Fourth Circuit affirmed a lower court's decision in an unpublished opinion regarding a dispute over a $1 million life insurance policy beneficiary. The court found that the policy owner's business associate, not the business itself, was the rightful beneficiary as designated.

L.M. v. Jonathan Graham - Malicious Prosecution Appeal

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's dismissal of a malicious prosecution claim brought by a minor, L.M., against Detective Jonathan Graham. The court found that L.M. failed to state a claim upon which relief could be granted, upholding the lower court's decision.

US v. Connie Jamerson - Criminal Contempt Affirmed

The Fourth Circuit affirmed a district court's judgment finding Connie Jamerson guilty of indirect criminal contempt for failing to ensure her son surrendered to serve a prison sentence. The court rejected her appeal, upholding the contempt finding and the underlying judgment.

US v. Charles Scott - Criminal Appeal

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed in part and dismissed in part the appeal of Charles Edward Scott. The court found no breach of the plea agreement by the government and affirmed the district court's sentence of 156 months.

US v. Kofi Orleans-Lindsay - Affirmance and Dismissal of Appeal

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed in part and dismissed in part the appeal of Kofi Orleans-Lindsay. The court found that Orleans-Lindsay knowingly waived his appellate rights as part of his plea agreement, and his challenge to his sentence fell within the scope of that waiver. The unpublished opinion was decided on February 27, 2026.

NRC Approves ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code 2023 Edition

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has issued a proposed rule to approve the 2023 Edition of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code and Code Cases, Revision 41. This proposed rule is open for public comment until April 28, 2026.

Massachusetts Confirms Two Measles Cases

Massachusetts public health officials announced two confirmed cases of measles in the state for 2026. The cases are being investigated for potential exposures, and residents are reminded of the importance of the MMR vaccine in preventing measles amidst national and international outbreaks.

State AGs Seize 525 Gambling Machines, $190k Proceeds

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the seizure of 525 illegal gambling machines and $190,000 in proceeds across 39 locations in a multi-county crackdown. This operation is part of a statewide initiative targeting illegal gaming operations, which are linked to organized crime.

Thomas v. Dover Federal Credit Union - Motion to Dismiss Granted

The Delaware Superior Court granted Dover Federal Credit Union's motion to dismiss a case brought by member Amy Thomas. Thomas alleged that two insufficient funds fees charged by the credit union breached her membership agreement. The court found that the second fee did not breach the agreement.

Hsu v. State Farm - Insurance Contract Dispute

The Delaware Superior Court decided summary judgment motions in Hsu v. State Farm Fire and Casualty Company. The court denied the plaintiffs' motions for partial summary judgment and to vacate the trial scheduling order, while granting in part and denying in part the defendant's motion for summary judgment. This ruling impacts the scope of claims proceeding to trial in this insurance contract dispute.