CJEU Judicial Statistics 2025

The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) released its 2025 judicial statistics, indicating a high level of judicial activity and a reduction in the average duration of proceedings for both the Court of Justice and the General Court. The number of cases brought remained high, with the General Court closing a record number of cases.

Federal Register Vol. 91, Issue 54

The U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) has published Volume 91, Issue 54 of the Federal Register, dated March 20, 2026. This issue contains various official notices and regulatory updates. Compliance officers should note the publication date for tracking purposes.

SFO Hosts International Economic Crime Conference with France and Switzerland

The UK Serious Fraud Office (SFO) announced it will host an international economic crime conference in May 2026 with France's Parquet National Financier and Switzerland's Office of the Attorney General. The event aims to share best practices and foster cooperation among global economic crime agencies.

MMSC, LLC v. Washington County - Land Use Permit Appeal

The Arkansas Supreme Court reversed a lower court's decision affirming the denial of a conditional use permit for a surface mine. The court found that the lower court erred in its standard of review and remanded the case for further proceedings, potentially impacting land use and permitting processes for industrial operations in unincorporated areas.

Small Community Air Service Development Program Grant Listing

The General Services Administration has published a listing for the Small Community Air Service Development Program, offering financial assistance to small communities to enhance air service. The program, authorized by various acts of Congress, will make up to $12 million available for FY 2024 grant awards.

FY26 AmeriCorps State and National Native Nations Grants Opportunity

AmeriCorps has announced the Fiscal Year 2026 Native Nations Grants opportunity, providing funding to federally recognized Native American tribal governments and other Native American tribal organizations. The application deadline is May 20, 2026.

U.S. Embassy Rangoon AEIF 2026 Grants Competition Announced

The U.S. Embassy in Rangoon has announced the competition for the AEIF 2026 grants, focusing on projects that advance U.S. foreign policy principles and deliver tangible benefits to U.S. interests. Priority areas include AI and digital innovation, transnational threat security, applied education, and entrepreneurship.

Ryan Hess v. Will Pecue - Alabama Supreme Court Opinion

The Alabama Supreme Court issued an opinion in the case of Ryan Hess v. Will Pecue. The court reversed a judgment against Hess, finding that the evidence did not support the sole claim of fraud brought by Will Pecue. The case involved contracts for pier replacements.

Rhonda Kay Armour v. Southeast Alabama Medical Center - Medical Malpractice Appeal

The Alabama Supreme Court affirmed a lower court's summary judgment in favor of Southeast Alabama Medical Center in a medical malpractice case brought by Rhonda Kay Armour. The court found no error in the lower court's decision regarding Armour's negligence claims.

Phillip Duke v. Walmart, Inc. - Tort Claims Appeal

The Alabama Supreme Court affirmed a summary judgment for Walmart, Inc., and its employee Qeon Gray in a tort claim filed by another Walmart employee, Phillip Duke. The court found Duke's claims barred by the exclusive-remedy provisions of Alabama's Workers' Compensation Act.