A Washington state judge has imposed sanctions on eight attorneys representing Monsanto in a PCB poisoning trial, requiring them to pay $2,500 each to the local bar foundation for the late disclosure of expert reports. The judge emphasized that the sanctions aim to deter future misconduct. In a separate legal matter, Latham & Watkins has been found in civil contempt by a California judge for significant violations of a protective order related to a securities class action against Banc of California, which involved short-seller Muddy Waters. The firm faces scrutiny for its handling of discovery materials. Additionally, a Kirkland & Ellis partner has received a sanction in Missouri, banning him from presenting evidence or closing arguments in an ongoing infant formula trial due to misconduct. In Nevada, the Gaming Control Board is seeking to dismiss a discrimination case involving a former official.