Colorado Declares February 28 Rare Disease Day

The Colorado General Assembly has passed SJR26-014, officially declaring February 28, 2026, as Rare Disease Day in the state. This resolution aims to raise awareness and support for individuals affected by rare diseases.

Colorado Bill: Municipal Jail Standards and Custody Limits

Colorado Bill HB26-1039 proposes to require municipal jails to meet existing county jail standards and data collection requirements. The bill also limits the custody duration in municipal jails to 72 hours and includes specific provisions for pregnant individuals in labor.

Colorado Bill Prohibits Pet Store Dog and Cat Sales from 2027

Colorado HB26-1011 prohibits pet stores from selling or transferring ownership of dogs and cats beginning January 1, 2027. The bill defines 'broker' and outlines several exceptions, including sales by shelters, rescue organizations, and original breeders.

Colorado Bill Increases Patient Access to Behavioral Health Providers

Colorado Bill HB26-1002 aims to increase patient access to behavioral health providers by enhancing provider network participation, expediting credentialing, and reimbursing prelicensed providers. The bill also modifies clinical hour requirements for licensed clinical social workers.

BSCC Releases $125 Million for Illicit Cannabis Enforcement

The Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) has released $125 million in grant funding to support local governments in their efforts to combat illicit cannabis operations. This funding, part of a larger statewide initiative, aims to address public health and safety impacts associated with illegal cannabis activities.

CMA Subsidy Advice Unit reviews Green Heat Network Fund scheme

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) Subsidy Advice Unit (SAU) has accepted a request to review the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero's modified Green Heat Network Fund subsidy scheme. The SAU will provide advice on whether the scheme complies with subsidy control requirements, with a report due by April 10, 2026.

SEC Dismisses Civil Enforcement Action Against Vidul Prakash

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has dismissed its civil enforcement action against Vidul Prakash. The dismissal was filed via a joint stipulation with the defendant and is with prejudice, meaning the case cannot be refiled. The SEC cited the facts and circumstances of the case, including evidence developed in discovery, as the basis for its decision.

SEC v. Ofer Abarbanel - Fraud Orchestrator

The SEC announced a final consent judgment against Ofer Abarbanel, the alleged orchestrator of a $100 million fraudulent scheme involving two mutual funds. Abarbanel was permanently enjoined from future violations and ordered to pay disgorgement, offset by amounts already recovered and forfeited in a parallel criminal case.

US v. Munoz-Fontanez - Sentencing Appeal Affirmance

The First Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the sentence of Emanuel Munoz-Fontanez for possessing a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime and possession of marijuana with intent to distribute. The court found no abuse of discretion in the district court's sentencing decision.

Coastal Capital LLC v. Savage - Bankruptcy Discharge Ruling

The First Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a bankruptcy court's decision to deny a discharge to debtors Steven and Virginia Savage. The court found that the debtors failed to satisfactorily explain the disposition of their assets, a requirement for obtaining a discharge in Chapter 7 bankruptcy.

Garcia Colon v. State Insurance Fund Corporation - Employment Retaliation

The First Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's denial of a permanent injunction and attorney fee award in a retaliation case. The court also addressed the stay of execution of a $300,000 judgment and attorney fees, finding that Puerto Rico law could not indefinitely delay federal judgment execution.

Da Silva-Queiroga v. Bondi - Immigration Asylum Petition

The First Circuit Court of Appeals denied a petition for review of a Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) order. The court affirmed the BIA's determination that the petitioner failed to demonstrate persecution, which is an essential element for asylum claims.

Ye v. Uber Technologies, Inc. - Civil Complaint

A civil complaint was filed on February 27, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, case number 3:26-cv-01744, initiating a lawsuit by Lucy Ye against Uber Technologies, Inc. The filing includes the complaint and a proposed summons.

Linda Larson v. JustAnswer LLC - Civil Diversity Case

Linda Larson has filed a civil diversity case against JustAnswer LLC in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case was filed on February 27, 2026, with case number 3:26-cv-01679-JD. An initial case management scheduling order has been issued.

LS 687 v. Uber Technologies - Personal Injury Product Liability

LS 687 has filed a civil suit against Uber Technologies, Inc. and other defendants in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, Case Number 3:26-cv-01752, was filed on February 27, 2026, and is categorized as a Personal Injury Product Liability case.

Bibb v. Technical Education Services, Inc. - Civil Rights: Jobs

A civil case, Bibb v. Technical Education Services, Inc., was filed on February 27, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves a Notice of Removal from Alameda Superior Court, with a filing fee of $405.

Laborers Health Fund v. Doc's Mobile Service - ERISA Complaint

The Laborers Health and Welfare Trust Fund for Northern California has filed a complaint against Doc's Mobile Service in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, identified by docket number 4:26-cv-01749, concerns a breach of contract and seeks damages.

Nacarino v. Curtis International Ltd. - Other Fraud

A new civil case, Nacarino v. Curtis International Ltd., was filed on February 27, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case is based on diversity jurisdiction and involves a claim of 'Other Fraud'. The initial filings include a complaint and a certificate of interested entities.

Ruby Grapes LLC v. UPS - Contract Case

Ruby Grapes LLC has filed a contract case against UPS and UPS Capital Insurance Agency, Inc. The case was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on February 27, 2026, with case number 3:26-cv-01743. The filing includes a Notice of Removal from Alameda Superior Court and a Certificate of Interested Entities.

M.A. v. US Government - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, M.A. v. United States of America (Federal Bureau of Prisons) et al, was filed on February 27, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves a complaint against the U.S. Government and includes motions for anonymity and to proceed before a U.S. Magistrate Judge.

I.S. v. US Bureau of Prisons - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, I.S. v. US Bureau of Prisons et al., was filed on February 27, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case number is 3:26-cv-01741, and the initial filings include a complaint and motions related to maintaining plaintiff anonymity.

A.P. v. United States Bureau of Prisons - Civil Case

A new civil case, A.P. v. United States Bureau of Prisons, was filed on February 27, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves a complaint against the Federal Bureau of Prisons and other defendants, with a filing fee of $405.

Wiliams v. Monterey County Jail - Civil Case Filing

A civil case, Wiliams v. Monterey County Jail, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves a prisoner's complaint regarding prison conditions, with a filing date of February 27, 2026. A notice was issued regarding the payment of filing fees.

AUO Corporation v. Trivale Technologies - Patent Case

AUO Corporation has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Trivale Technologies, LLC in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case was filed on February 27, 2026, with the case number 5:26-cv-01739.

De La Torre v. Stryker Employment Company, LLC - Civil Rights: Jobs

A new civil case, De La Torre v. Stryker Employment Company, LLC, was filed on February 27, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves a Notice of Removal from a state court, with Stryker Employment Company, LLC as the defendant.

Wang v. Immigrant Investor Program Office - Immigration

A new civil case, Wang v. Immigrant Investor Program Office et al., was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on February 27, 2026. The case involves 'Other Immigration Actions' and is classified as a civil case.

Jones et al v. City of Salinas et al - Civil Rights Complaint

A civil rights complaint has been filed against the City of Salinas and Jonathan Juarez in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, Jones et al v. City of Salinas et al, was filed on February 27, 2026, with docket number 5:26-cv-01754. The filing fee was $405.

Padilla v. Sanchez - Prisoner Civil Rights Case

A new civil case, Padilla v. Sanchez, was filed on February 27, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves a prisoner alleging violations under the Civil Rights Act and concerns prison conditions.

Shah v. Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, Shah v. Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P., was filed on February 27, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, bearing number 3:26-cv-01750, is based on a federal question and involves 'Other Statutory Actions'.

Rivera v. Pratt - Civil Rights Case

A new civil case, Rivera v. Pratt, was filed on February 27, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves a notice of removal from Santa Cruz County Superior Court, with Pratt Corrugated Holdings, Inc. and Pratt (Robert Mann Packaging), LLC as the filing parties.

Haratyk v. Snapfish, LLC - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, Haratyk v. Snapfish, LLC, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on February 27, 2026. The case number is 5:26-cv-01753. The filing includes a complaint and associated civil cover sheet.

LS 686 v. Uber Technologies, Inc. - Personal Injury Product Liability

A new civil case, LS 686 v. Uber Technologies, Inc. et al, was filed on February 27, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case is based on diversity jurisdiction and involves personal injury product liability. The initial filings include a complaint and proposed summons.

S.W. v. Uber Technologies Inc. et al - Personal Injury Product Liability

A civil case, S.W. v. Uber Technologies Inc. et al, was filed on February 27, 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 subsidiaries.

JA.S. v. Uber Technologies Inc. et al - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, JA.S. v. Uber Technologies Inc. et al, has been filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, bearing number 3:26-cv-01745, was filed on February 27, 2026, and involves claims of personal injury and product liability.

Dartez et al v. Redwood Property Investors - Civil Rights Case

A new civil rights case, Dartez et al v. Redwood Property Investors III, LC et al, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on February 27, 2026. The complaint alleges violations related to civil rights in accommodations. The filing includes motions for leave to proceed in forma pauperis.

L.M. v. Jonathan Graham - Malicious Prosecution Appeal

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's dismissal of a malicious prosecution claim brought by a minor, L.M., against Detective Jonathan Graham. The court found that L.M. failed to state a claim upon which relief could be granted, upholding the lower court's decision.

US v. Todd Giffen - Civil Commitment Appeal

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals dismissed in part and affirmed in part a lower court's order concerning Todd Michael Giffen's civil commitment. The court found it lacked jurisdiction over the denial of a motion to substitute counsel but affirmed the denial of a discharge hearing, upholding the civil commitment.

Beltway Paving Company v. Pruco Life Insurance Company - Insurance Beneficiary Dispute

The Fourth Circuit affirmed a lower court's decision in an unpublished opinion regarding a dispute over a $1 million life insurance policy beneficiary. The court found that the policy owner's business associate, not the business itself, was the rightful beneficiary as designated.

US v. Connie Jamerson - Criminal Contempt Affirmed

The Fourth Circuit affirmed a district court's judgment finding Connie Jamerson guilty of indirect criminal contempt for failing to ensure her son surrendered to serve a prison sentence. The court rejected her appeal, upholding the contempt finding and the underlying judgment.

US v. Charles Scott - Criminal Appeal

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed in part and dismissed in part the appeal of Charles Edward Scott. The court found no breach of the plea agreement by the government and affirmed the district court's sentence of 156 months.

US v. Kofi Orleans-Lindsay - Affirmance and Dismissal of Appeal

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed in part and dismissed in part the appeal of Kofi Orleans-Lindsay. The court found that Orleans-Lindsay knowingly waived his appellate rights as part of his plea agreement, and his challenge to his sentence fell within the scope of that waiver. The unpublished opinion was decided on February 27, 2026.

NRC Approves ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code 2023 Edition

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has issued a proposed rule to approve the 2023 Edition of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code and Code Cases, Revision 41. This proposed rule is open for public comment until April 28, 2026.

Massachusetts Confirms Two Measles Cases

Massachusetts public health officials announced two confirmed cases of measles in the state for 2026. The cases are being investigated for potential exposures, and residents are reminded of the importance of the MMR vaccine in preventing measles amidst national and international outbreaks.

State AGs Seize 525 Gambling Machines, $190k Proceeds

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the seizure of 525 illegal gambling machines and $190,000 in proceeds across 39 locations in a multi-county crackdown. This operation is part of a statewide initiative targeting illegal gaming operations, which are linked to organized crime.

Delaware Court Denies Interlocutory Appeal Application

The Delaware Superior Court denied an application for certification of interlocutory appeal filed by Defendant Sono International Co., LTD. The court considered the application under Rule 42 of the Supreme Court and determined it should be denied.

Delaware Court Denies Plaintiffs Summary Judgment, Grants Defendants Partial Summary Judgment

The Delaware Superior Court denied plaintiffs' motion for summary judgment and granted defendants' cross-motion for partial summary judgment in a dispute over asset purchase agreements for broadcast television stations. The court's decision resolves a key aspect of the contractual disagreement regarding access to transmission sites.

Collegey, Inc. v. Jamal - Motion for Reargument Granted

The Delaware Superior Court granted the defendant's motion for reargument in the case of Collegey, Inc. v. Jamal. The court will reconsider its prior order denying the defendant's motion to dismiss the amended complaint.

Wu v. Wang - Summary Judgment Ruling

The Delaware Superior Court denied the Plaintiff's motion for summary judgment and granted the Defendants' cross-motion for summary judgment in the case of Wu v. Wang. The ruling addresses claims related to occupancy of a residence and associated damages.

Delaware Superior Court Opinion on Insurance and Instagram Lawsuit

The Delaware Superior Court issued an opinion in a lawsuit involving insurance coverage for claims against Instagram and Meta Platforms. The court granted the plaintiffs' motion for partial summary judgment and denied the defendants' motion to dismiss or stay.

Thomas v. Dover Federal Credit Union - Motion to Dismiss Granted

The Delaware Superior Court granted Dover Federal Credit Union's motion to dismiss a case brought by member Amy Thomas. Thomas alleged that two insufficient funds fees charged by the credit union breached her membership agreement. The court found that the second fee did not breach the agreement.