Gill v. Gill - Child Custody Case

The Nevada Supreme Court reversed and remanded a lower court's decision that denied a father's motion for child custody and support due to a lack of jurisdiction. The court clarified the application of the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction Enforcement Act (UCCJEA) in cases involving foreign proceedings.

Commonwealth v. Levi L. - Juvenile Non-Precedential Opinion

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued a non-precedential opinion affirming the denial of a juvenile's motion to suppress evidence related to firearm and ammunition charges. The juvenile had conditionally pleaded guilty after the motion to suppress was denied.

B-Dunz, Inc. v. Bilingual Montessori School - Business Dispute

The Massachusetts Appeals Court affirmed a lower court's judgment in the business dispute between B-Dunz, Inc. and Bilingual Montessori School of Sharon. The court upheld rulings on directed verdicts, JNOV, and a new trial, affirming the plaintiff's acceptance of a remittitur on damages.

Care and Protection of Latifa - Massachusetts Appeals Court Opinion

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued a non-precedential opinion regarding the care and protection of two children, Latifa and Annette. The court affirmed a lower court's decision to terminate the mother's parental rights, finding her unfit to parent.

Hull v. Ferrera - Real Property Ownership Dispute

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued an opinion in Hull v. Ferrera, concerning the ownership of a portion of Beach Avenue. The court reviewed a Land Court decision regarding real property ownership and deed construction, impacting the town's claim versus private landowners.

ESMA Final Draft RTS on Clearing Thresholds Under EMIR 3

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has published its final report with draft regulatory technical standards (RTS) amending the clearing threshold regime under EMIR 3. The changes shift the focus from ETD vs OTC to uncleared OTC transactions, with revised thresholds for various derivative classes.

OFAC Fines Executive $3.77M for Syria Sanctions Violations

The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has settled with a real estate executive for $3.77 million for violating U.S. sanctions against Syria. The executive provided managerial services to Syrian real estate companies, which OFAC deemed an 'egregious' violation.

OCC GENIUS Act Proposal on Stablecoins

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPR) to implement the GENIUS Act concerning stablecoins. The proposal seeks public comment on regulatory frameworks for permitted payment stablecoin issuers, including rules on yield-bearing features and opt-out provisions for state-approved issuers. Comments are due May 1, 2026.

Germany NIS2 Cybersecurity Law Implementation Deadline

Germany's implementation law for the NIS2 Directive, effective December 2025, expands cybersecurity requirements to new sectors including digital services and manufacturing. Covered entities must register with the BSI by March 6, 2026, and comply with new security and incident reporting obligations.

USITC Launches Investigations into China Trade Relations and Biotech Support

The US International Trade Commission (ITC) has launched two Section 332 investigations: one examining the economic effects of revoking China's permanent normal trade relations status, and another reviewing China's state support and pricing practices in the biotechnology sector. These investigations will provide an analytical record for Congress and the administration regarding future trade and industrial policy measures targeting China.