Freedom of Information Act Implementing Regulations Updated

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has updated its Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) implementing regulations. These changes aim to enhance clarity and efficiency in processing FOIA requests. The rule is effective March 6, 2026.

State AG Criticizes Aquarion Sale Approval, Citing Doubled Water Bills

Connecticut Attorney General William Tong criticized the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority's preliminary approval of the Aquarion water company sale to a nonprofit, projecting doubled water bills for consumers. The decision reverses a prior denial and is expected to significantly impact public oversight and consumer protections.

US v. John McLaurin - Criminal Case Vacated and Remanded

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals vacated and remanded the criminal case of US v. John McLaurin. The court found that discretionary supervised release conditions not orally pronounced at sentencing are nullities, impacting the revocation judgment. The case is remanded for resentencing.

Cedar Coal Company v. Director, DOWCP - Black Lung Benefits Decision

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals denied Cedar Coal Company's petition to review an order awarding black lung benefits to the estate of Roger L. Mullins. The court found that the Administrative Law Judge's decision was supported by substantial evidence and that the claimant presented sufficient evidence within regulatory limitations.

State v. Lanier - Ohio Court of Appeals Affirms Trial Judgment

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's judgment in the consolidated cases of State v. Lanier. The court found that the record clearly and convincingly supported the trial court's findings regarding the sentences imposed on the appellant.

State v. Norman - Resentencing Remand

The Ohio Court of Appeals reversed and remanded the case of State v. Norman for resentencing. The trial court failed to provide required notifications under the Reagan Tokes Act during the initial sentencing. The judgment is affirmed in all other respects.

State v. Johnson - Appeal Dismissed as Moot

The Ohio Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal in State v. Johnson as moot because the appellant had already served his jail sentence. The court noted that the appeal concerned a judgment revoking community control sanctions.

State v. Trotter - Criminal Appeal

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's judgment in State v. Trotter, finding that the appellant's plea of no contest was voluntary and knowingly made. The court addressed an assignment of error regarding ineffective assistance of counsel.

State v. Dominguez-Olivia - Speedy Trial and Due Process Rights

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a defendant's convictions, ruling that his statutory and constitutional speedy trial rights, as well as his due process rights, were not violated. The court found sufficient evidence supported the convictions and that they were not against the manifest weight of the evidence.

State v. Giron - Motion to Suppress OVI

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's decision in State v. Giron, denying a motion to suppress evidence in an OVI case. The court found reasonable suspicion for the traffic stop and probable cause for the arrest, and permitted an amendment to the OVI charge without prejudice to the defendant.