D. Massachusetts Opinions

Special Education Dispute: Vaudo v. Revere Public Schools

The U.S. District Court for Massachusetts ruled in Vaudo v. Revere Public Schools regarding the stay-put provision of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The court denied a parent's motion for a preliminary injunction, holding that a school district is not required to keep a child in her original school if the new school can fully implement the agreed-upon educational program.

Dias Da Silva v. Moniz - Habeas Corpus Petition

The U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts issued an opinion in Dias Da Silva v. Moniz, concerning a noncitizen's detention pending removal proceedings. The court found the petitioner was detained without lawful authority and ordered a bond hearing.

Misiph v. 360° Painting - Expert Testimony Ruling

The District of Massachusetts issued an order on motions in limine regarding expert testimony in the case of Misiph v. 360° Painting. The court ruled on the admissibility of expert evidence presented by both plaintiffs and defendants.

Strike 3 Holdings, LLC v. John Doe - IP Address Subpoena

The District Court of Massachusetts granted Strike 3 Holdings, LLC leave to serve a third-party subpoena on an ISP to identify a John Doe defendant accused of copyright infringement. The court found the discovery warranted prior to a Rule 26(f) conference to allow for service of process.

Strike 3 Holdings LLC v. John Doe - Subpoena for Identity

The U.S. District Court for Massachusetts granted Strike 3 Holdings, LLC's motion to serve a third-party subpoena on an ISP before a Rule 26(f) conference. This allows Strike 3 to identify an unknown defendant, John Doe, allegedly involved in copyright infringement of adult films.

Andrew Dill v. Southcoast Visiting Nurse Association, Inc. - Vaccine Retaliation Claim Dismissed

The District Court of Massachusetts dismissed Andrew Dill's vaccine retaliation claim against his former employer, Southcoast Visiting Nurse Association, Inc. The court granted the defendant's motion to dismiss the complaint.

Theodore Gamble-Williams v. City of Boston, et al. - Order on Service and Counsel

The US District Court for Massachusetts ordered the plaintiff in Theodore Gamble-Williams v. City of Boston, et al. to complete service of an amended complaint by April 12, 2026. The court also directed the plaintiff to file a motion for appointment of counsel by March 31, 2026, if he wishes to seek pro bono representation.

Calderon Jimenez v. Noem - Settlement Enforcement Lawsuit

The District Court of Massachusetts issued an order enforcing a class action settlement agreement in Calderon Jimenez v. Noem. The court ruled that ICE must notify Class Counsel of enforcement actions against noncitizen class members and decisions to remove them within five business days.

Tewksbury Living Group, LLC v. KCP Advisory Group, LLC - Civil Action

The US District Court for Massachusetts issued an order in the civil action Tewksbury Living Group, LLC, et al. v. KCP Advisory Group, LLC and EF Senior Living Management, LLC. This case arises from the receivership and closure of a senior living facility.

Trustees of Dennis Pines Condominium Trust v. Patten - Case Reinstatement and Final Judgment

The U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts granted the United States' motion to reinstate a case and enter a final judgment. The court denied a motion to stay the order dismissing the case.