MHRA Medical Device Safety Notices

The MHRA has issued a list of eight medical device safety notices published between February 9-13, 2026. These notices cover various devices including ventilator circuits, tissue reconstructive material, and PET/CT scanners. The MHRA publishes these for informational purposes.

Oregon v. Trump - Case Dismissed

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has dismissed the consolidated appeals in the case of Oregon v. Trump. The dismissal was granted upon motion by the Defendants-Appellants, with each party to bear its own costs.

Ninth Circuit Grants Motion to Dismiss Trump Appeals

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals granted a motion to dismiss consolidated appeals filed by Donald J. Trump and other federal officials. The court dismissed the appeals, with each party bearing its own costs, and denied a prior motion to dismiss as moot.

Labor Department Cites Contractor for 16 Serious Violations After Fatalities

The U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA has cited Construction Labor Services Inc. for 16 serious violations following a worksite incident that resulted in two worker fatalities due to exposure to sewage gas. The agency has proposed penalties totaling $257,707.

Washington State Health Provider License Actions

The Washington State Department of Health has revoked or suspended the licenses, certifications, or registrations of six health care providers. These actions were taken due to various violations including neglect of vulnerable adults, submitting false information, and patient care issues.

USA v. Brandenburg - Bomb Threats Sentencing Enhancement

The Ninth Circuit affirmed a sentencing enhancement for Bryan Melvin Brandenburg for substantial disruption of governmental functions related to bomb threats. The court held that security responses to threats qualify as governmental functions, even if not publicly visible.

School Board of Monroe County, Florida v. Meta Platforms, Inc. - Product Liability

The School Board of Monroe County, Florida, has filed a product liability lawsuit against Meta Platforms, Inc. The case, filed on February 17, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, alleges personal injury related to Meta's products. This action initiates a new legal challenge against the social media giant.

Horizon Medical, LLC v. Meditrina, Inc. - Contract Dispute

Horizon Medical, LLC has filed a contract dispute lawsuit against Meditrina, Inc. in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, identified by case number 5:26-cv-01396, was filed on February 17, 2026, with the initial complaint and proposed summons being the first filings.

USA v. Johnson - Criminal Case Filing

The United States District Court for the Northern District of California has filed a new criminal case, USA v. Johnson, with case number 3:26-cr-00070-JD. The case was filed on February 17, 2026, and assigned to Judge James Donato.

Booker v. SSA Commissioner - Social Security Case

A new civil case, Booker v. SSA Commissioner, was filed on February 17, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves a complaint against the SSA Commissioner regarding Social Security benefits. A motion to proceed in forma pauperis was also filed.