State v Butler - Court of Appeals Opinion

The Washington Court of Appeals Division II has issued an opinion in the case of State of Washington v. Kenneth Lee Butler. The opinion was filed on February 18, 2026, and pertains to an appeal from the Lewis County Superior Court.

Mcmahon v. State of Washington - Personal Restraint Petition

The Washington Court of Appeals Division II issued an unpublished opinion regarding a personal restraint petition filed by Michael Mcmahon. The case, with docket number 60387-0, originated from the Clark Superior Court. The opinion was authored by Judge Meng Li Che.

Webley v Seney - Court of Appeals Opinion

The Washington Court of Appeals has issued an unpublished opinion in the case of Webley v. Seney. The opinion was authored by Judge Erik Price and filed on February 18, 2026. This document provides the details of the appellate court's decision.

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.

Alex Lopez Leon v. State of Washington - Personal Restraint Petition

The Washington Court of Appeals Division II has issued an unpublished opinion regarding a personal restraint petition filed by Alex Lopez Leon. The case, docketed as 60505-8, was filed on February 18, 2026, and originated from a Pierce County Superior Court judgment filed on November 19, 2021.

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.

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.

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.

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.