United States

Safdieh v. Commissioner - Tax Court Summary Judgment Appeal

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a Tax Court decision, holding that the Commissioner of Internal Revenue can assess penalties for failure to report control of foreign businesses. The court vacated the Tax Court's summary judgment for the taxpayer, Joseph Safdieh, and remanded the case for further proceedings.

US v Jimenez - 105 Months Prison for Felony Ammo Possession

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's judgment sentencing William Jimenez to 105 months imprisonment for felony ammunition possession. The court upheld the imposition of special conditions of supervised release, including electronic device searches and mandatory mental health counseling.

Care One LLC v. NLRB - Unfair Labor Practice Proceedings

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's denial of a preliminary injunction sought by Care One LLC and affiliated healthcare facilities. The facilities sought to halt NLRB proceedings, arguing the ALJ was improperly appointed. The court found the plaintiffs could not demonstrate irreparable harm, thus affirming the denial.

Reidy Contracting Group v. Mt. Hawley Insurance Company - Insurance Dispute

The Second Circuit affirmed a district court's judgment in an insurance dispute between Reidy Contracting Group and Mt. Hawley Insurance Company. The court held that Reidy was an additional insured and that Mt. Hawley's Employers Liability Exclusion was ambiguous and should be construed against Mt. Hawley.

Mar-Can Transport v. Local 854 Pension Fund - ERISA Withdrawal Liability

The Second Circuit affirmed a district court's decision, reducing Mar-Can Transportation Company's ERISA withdrawal liability by $1.8 million. The court interpreted a key ERISA provision regarding the transfer of unfunded vested benefits when employees switch unions, impacting how pension funds calculate withdrawal obligations.

New York Private Well PFAS Testing and Rebate Pilot Program

New York State has launched a pilot program offering free PFAS testing and rebates for water treatment systems or connection to public water for private well owners in six counties. The program aims to address PFAS contamination in drinking water and is funded with $1.5 million per county.

Labor Department Issues Apprenticeship Guidance

The U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration has issued new guidance to streamline the Registered Apprenticeship system, reduce burdens for program sponsors, and improve transparency. The guidance aims to accelerate growth and clarify program design, roles, and completion rates, with a commitment to 30-day registration determinations.

Labor Dept Recovers $293K Back Wages for Construction Workers

The U.S. Department of Labor recovered $293,698 in back wages for 56 construction workers from Speedy's Framing LLC for overtime violations under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The company also paid a $24,795 civil penalty.

NY AG OSI Investigates Civilian Death After Police Encounter

New York Attorney General's Office of Special Investigation (OSI) has opened an investigation into the death of a civilian following an encounter with Buffalo Police Department officers on March 5, 2026. The investigation is conducted under New York State Executive Law Section 70-b, which mandates OSI to assess incidents where a police officer may have caused a civilian's death.

NY AG Sues Live Nation/Ticketmaster for Monopoly

New York Attorney General Letitia James, leading a bipartisan group of 25 state attorneys general, announced they will continue their lawsuit against Live Nation/Ticketmaster for monopolizing the live entertainment industry. The states reject a recent settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice, deeming it insufficient to address the core monopoly issues.