Court of Appeal orders counsel for Racial Justice Act claim

The California Court of Appeal has ordered a trial court to vacate its denial of a habeas corpus petition filed under the Racial Justice Act. The appellate court found the trial court erred in its application of standards for appointing counsel and addressing successive petitions, directing the lower court to reconsider the case.

In re Parental Rights to M.A.P. & M.M.B.-P. - Washington Court of Appeals

The Washington Court of Appeals Division III has issued an opinion in the case In the Matter of the Parental Rights to M.A.P. & M.M.B.-P. The opinion was filed on February 19, 2026, under docket number 40808-6. This is an informational update on a court proceeding.

Scott v. Amazon.com, Inc. - Washington Supreme Court Opinion

The Washington Supreme Court has issued its opinion in Scott v. Amazon.com, Inc., filed on February 19, 2026. This case concerns legal issues related to consumer transactions and online retail platforms.

MHRA Approves Zanidatamab for HER2+ Biliary Tract Cancer

The MHRA has approved zanidatamab (Ziihera) for adult patients with HER2-positive biliary tract cancer that has progressed after previous treatment. This approval provides a new treatment option for a specific patient population with an unmet clinical need.

SEC v. Cutter Financial Group, LLC and Jeffrey Cutter - Investment Adviser Fiduciary Duty Breaches

The SEC announced a final judgment against investment adviser Jeffrey Cutter and Cutter Financial Group, LLC for breaches of fiduciary duties. The judgment orders civil penalties totaling $150,000 and requires client notification and injunctions against future violations.

SEC charges North Texas brothers in real estate fraud

The SEC has charged two brothers and their companies in North Texas for allegedly conducting a real estate offering fraud, raising over $12 million through misrepresentations. The SEC seeks permanent injunctions, disgorgement, and civil penalties.

SEC Obtains Default Judgment Against Bluesky Eagle Capital Management Ltd

The SEC has obtained a final default judgment against Bluesky Eagle Capital Management Ltd. for making misrepresentations in its Form ADV filing. The judgment includes a permanent injunction and a civil penalty of $1,182,254.

EU Investigates Shein Under Digital Services Act

The European Commission has opened formal proceedings against Shein under the Digital Services Act. The investigation will focus on the sale of illegal products, addictive design features, and the transparency of recommender systems. This action follows concerns about potential violations of EU digital regulations.

SEC v. Gasarch - Securities Fraud Enforcement Appeal

The US Court of Appeals for the First Circuit largely affirmed a district court's decision in an SEC civil enforcement action against Zhiying Yvonne Gasarch and others for securities fraud. The appellants participated in a scheme to inflate stock prices through misleading hype and artificial inflation, leading to significant penalties.

Audit of Federal Prison Industries Financial Statements FY 2025

The Department of Justice's Office of the Inspector General has released an audit report for the Federal Prison Industries, Inc. (FPI) financial statements for Fiscal Year 2025. The report, number 26-028, was posted on February 19, 2026, and includes two recommendations.