Tulsa County Courthouse to Close Third Floor for Renovations: Judges and Dockets Reassigned

TULSA, Okla. — Starting Monday, July 28, the third floor of the Tulsa County Courthouse will be closed for construction, prompting a reassignment of all judges and court dockets previously located there. The closure is expected to last until August 5, affecting court operations during this period. Notably, several judges will now be presiding in different courtrooms across the courthouse. Judge Pace has been moved to Courtroom 507, while Judge Chesbro will take over Courtroom 637. Other judge assignments include Judge Wilson in Courtroom 501, Judge Doss in Courtroom 605, and Judge Horton in Courtroom … Read more

CME Under Fire: Legal Dispute Erupts Over Electronic Trading Access and Floor Exclusivity

Chicago, Ill. — Members of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) have been utilizing electronic trading connectivity tools alongside nonmembers, paying identical access fees for over a decade. This practice has come into focus following the opening of a new data center by the exchange, raising concerns from some members who contend their exclusive rights and contractual agreements may have been compromised. In a recent court hearing in Illinois, legal representatives for CME argued that the exchange’s operations have adhered to established guidelines for many years. By fostering an environment where both members and nonmembers could … Read more