David Sanders v. Laura Plappert - Sixth Circuit Opinion

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals has issued an opinion in the case of David Sanders v. Laura Plappert, with docket number 16-6152. The opinion was decided and filed on March 3, 2026, and is recommended for publication.

Amadou Sy v. Pamela Bondi - Immigration Appeal

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals denied Amadou Sy's petition for review of the Board of Immigration Appeals' decision. The court found substantial evidence supported the rejection of Sy's asylum, withholding of removal, and CAT protection claims due to a lack of credible testimony.

SEC Sanctions Carole Liston for Investor Fund Misuse

The SEC has sanctioned Carole A. Liston for misusing investor funds, raising at least $5.7 million from approximately 200 investors nationwide. The sanctions follow a civil judgment permanently enjoining Liston from future violations of securities laws.

ESMA Report on Costs and Performance of EU Retail Investment Products

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has released its 2025 market report on the costs and performance of EU retail investment products. The report indicates a general decline in ongoing costs, primarily driven by new investment funds entering the market.

Chitwood v. Ascension Health Alliance - FMLA Case

The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's decision in favor of Ascension Health Alliance in a case brought by former employee Elizabeth Chitwood. Chitwood alleged interference with and retaliation for her use of FMLA leave. The court found no evidence to support her claims.

Michael Connor v. Brittany Greene - Criminal Appeal

The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's denial of a federal habeas corpus petition. The petitioner, Michael Connor, sought to overturn his conviction for predatory criminal sexual assault of a child, arguing ineffective assistance of counsel regarding a plea offer. The court found no constitutional error in the denial of post-conviction relief.

State v. Texeira - Certiorari Application Rejected

The Supreme Court of the State of Hawaiʻi has rejected the application for a writ of certiorari filed by Petitioner Kenneth Edward Texeira in State v. Texeira. The application was filed on January 20, 2026, and the order rejecting it was issued on March 3, 2026.

Matthew Reyes v. Peter Taisipic Iriarte - Certiorari Application Rejected

The Supreme Court of the State of Hawai'i has rejected Matthew Reyes' application for a writ of certiorari in the case SCWC-23-0000095. This order signifies the final denial of Reyes' attempt to have the Intermediate Court of Appeals' decision reviewed by the Supreme Court.

Winged Foot Minerals v. SWN Production Company - Oil and Gas Ownership Dispute

The West Virginia Intermediate Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision voiding a 1993 tax deed. The court found that the petitioners, Winged Foot Minerals, LLC and others, did not hold the correct ownership interest in oil and gas rights for a tract of land in Marshall County.

Duvall Espresso IP Enforcement v. Meticulous Home - Patent Infringement Opinion

The US District Court for the District of Delaware issued a memorandum opinion in the patent infringement case Duvall Espresso IP Enforcement, LLC v. Meticulous Home, Inc. The court granted-in-part and denied-in-part the defendants' motion to dismiss the first amended complaint.