State of Washington v. Charles Eli Stapleton - Criminal Appeal

The Washington Court of Appeals Division II has filed an opinion in the case of State of Washington v. Charles Eli Stapleton. The opinion is unpublished and should not be cited per GR 14.1(a). The case originated from the Cowlitz Superior Court.

Hoffner v. Hoffner - Marriage Dissolution Appeal

The Washington Court of Appeals Division II has filed an opinion in the case of In Re The Marriage Of: Jenae Hoffner, Appellant And Dylan Hoffner, Respondent. The opinion was filed on February 18, 2026, and pertains to an appeal from Pierce County Superior Court.

MHRA: UK Medical Device Testing Hits Record High, Backs AI

The UK's MHRA reported a 17% increase in approved medical device clinical investigations in 2025. The agency is implementing measures to support innovation, including a fee waiver pilot for small firms and enhanced support for AI and neurotechnology.

Ninth Circuit Vacates Submission, Orders Supplemental Briefs on Rule Consistency

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals vacated its submission in Garcia Morales v. Bondi, ordering parties to file supplemental briefs by March 13, 2026. The briefs must address the consistency of the Circumvention of Lawful Pathways rule with the Immigration and Nationality Act. Amici curiae are also invited to submit briefs.

OSHA Cites US Steel and MPW for Safety Violations After Explosion

The U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA has cited United States Steel Corp. and MPW Industrial Services Inc. following an investigation into an August 2025 explosion that killed two workers and injured 12. OSHA proposed penalties totaling $179,687 for serious safety violations related to explosion and hazardous energy control hazards.

US Department of Labor Probes California UI Program for Fraud

The U.S. Department of Labor announced it will probe California's Unemployment Insurance program due to concerns over fraud and improper payments. A specialized strike team will investigate potential fraud and abuse, aiming to restore the program's integrity and financial health.

USA v. Ho-Romero - Criminal Case Sentencing Vacated

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals vacated the sentence of David Ho-Romero and remanded for resentencing. The court found that the district court erred by applying an obstruction of justice enhancement without making a finding of intent. The case involved a guilty plea to methamphetamine importation.

Illinois Reports First Measles Case of 2026

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has reported the state's first confirmed measles case of 2026 in an adult in the Metro East area. IDPH is urging residents to ensure they are up-to-date on their MMR vaccinations, as measles is preventable.

Cante Mijangos v. Bondi - Immigration Asylum Petition Review

The First Circuit Court of Appeals denied a petition for review in Cante Mijangos v. Bondi. The court found that the petitioner failed to establish the required nexus between her abuse and her protected status for asylum, affirming the Board of Immigration Appeals' denial.

Khanal v. Bondi - Immigration Appeal

The First Circuit Court of Appeals vacated an order from the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) that dismissed a petition for asylum, withholding of removal, and protection under the Convention Against Torture. The court found that the BIA failed to consider crucial documentary and testimonial evidence and applied an incorrect legal standard.