Colorado Bill Reduces Collective Bargaining Barriers

Colorado HB26-1005 proposes amendments to the "Labor Peace Act" to reduce barriers to collective bargaining negotiations. Key changes include clarifying mandatory subjects of bargaining and eliminating the requirement for a second election for union security agreements. The bill aims to promote good faith negotiations between employers and employees.

Commerce: L-lysine from China Antidumping Duty Investigation Preliminary Determination

The U.S. Department of Commerce has made a preliminary affirmative determination in the antidumping duty investigation of L-lysine from China. The investigation found weighted-average dumping margins ranging from 41.22% to 72.18% for various Chinese producers and exporters.

Commerce Final Affirmative Determination on Steel Bar from Algeria

The U.S. Department of Commerce has made a final affirmative determination in the antidumping duty investigation of steel concrete reinforcing bar from Algeria. The weighted-average dumping margin for Tosyali Iron Steel Industry Algeria SPA and all-others is 127.32%. The International Trade Commission will make a concurrent injury determination.

National Consumer Protection Week Announced by DORA

The Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) announced its participation in National Consumer Protection Week, observed March 1-7, 2026. DORA and its nine divisions will highlight consumer awareness and education campaigns to inform Coloradans about available resources.

PlayOn Sports Fined $1.10M for Privacy Violations

The California Privacy Protection Agency has fined PlayOn Sports $1.10 million for privacy violations related to student data and targeted advertising. The company must also change its data collection and opt-out practices.

Avila v. Meta Platforms Inc. - Personal Injury Product Liability

A new product liability lawsuit, Avila v. Meta Platforms Inc., was filed on March 3, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves personal injury claims against Meta Platforms Inc. and other defendants.

Randolph v. Veev Group, Inc. et al - Labor: Other

A new civil case, Randolph v. Veev Group, Inc. et al, was filed on March 3, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves a Notice of Removal from Alameda Superior Court and concerns Labor: Other. The initial filing fee was $405.

H. v. Uber Technologies, Inc. - Personal Injury Product Liability

A new civil case, H. v. Uber Technologies, Inc. et al., was filed on March 3, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves claims of personal injury and product liability against Uber Technologies, Inc. and its affiliates.

Roe CL 284 v. Uber Technologies, Inc. - Personal Injury Product Liability

A new civil case, Roe CL 284 v. Uber Technologies, Inc. et al, was filed on March 3, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case is based on diversity jurisdiction and involves claims of personal injury and product liability. The initial filings include a complaint and proposed summons.

Monterey Waterkeeper v. County of Santa Cruz - Environmental Matters

Monterey Waterkeeper has filed a complaint against the County of Santa Cruz in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, identified by case number 5:26-cv-01827, concerns environmental matters and was filed on March 3, 2026.