Courts & Litigation

West Virginia v. Victor Lee Thompson - Criminal Appeal Affirmed

The Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia affirmed the conviction of Victor Lee Thompson in criminal action No. 22-F-80. The court's opinion, filed on March 12, 2026, addresses several legal points related to evidence and constitutional rights.

Lacy v. Lacy - Louisiana Court of Appeal Opinion

The Louisiana Court of Appeal, First Circuit, denied a writ application in the case of Marqueta Lacy v. Stephen Lacy. One judge noted the writ application's failure to comply with uniform rules regarding opposition or statement of no opposition.

State of Louisiana v. H.C. - Expungement Writ Denial

The Louisiana Court of Appeal, First Circuit, denied a writ application concerning an expungement matter. The court noted that the application lacked a signed written judgment from the district court, which is necessary for appellate review of expungement denials.

Sufiyan v. Bondi - Asylum, Withholding, CAT Appeal Decision

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals granted in part and remanded a petition for review in Sufiyan v. Bondi. The court found that the Board of Immigration Appeals erred by not determining if the petitioner would be eligible for asylum or withholding of removal but for the material support bar, which prevents him from applying for a waiver. The petition for review of the CAT claim was denied.

Jin v. City of New York - Qualified Immunity Appeal

The US Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit reversed a lower court's decision, granting qualified immunity to NYPD officers in a false arrest claim. The court found arguable probable cause for the arrest, overturning the denial of summary judgment and emphasizing a case-by-case assessment for domestic violence reports.

Sacaza v. City of New York - Qualified Immunity Appeal

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a lower court's denial of summary judgment for a New York City detective in a false arrest and malicious prosecution case. The court found that arguable probable cause existed, entitling the detective to qualified immunity.

GEICO v. Mayzenberg - Insurance Reimbursement Dispute

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a lower court ruling that allowed GEICO to deny no-fault insurance reimbursements to healthcare providers based on alleged kickbacks for patient referrals. The court remanded the case for further proceedings following a clarification from the New York Court of Appeals.

Bugliotti v. Argentina - Bondholders Sue Over Defaulted Sovereign Bonds

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals partially affirmed and partially vacated a district court's dismissal of a lawsuit by bondholders against the Republic of Argentina over defaulted sovereign bonds. The court found that some of the bondholders' claims are timely under New York's COVID-era tolling provisions and that they now have the authority under Argentine law to sue.

Miller v. Lamanna - Appeal of Rule 12(b)(6) Dismissal

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a district court's dismissal of a former corrections officer's discrimination and retaliation claims. The appellate court found the district court erred by converting a summary judgment motion into a Rule 12(b)(6) motion to dismiss, considering only the complaint's allegations.

Safdieh v. Commissioner - Tax Court Judgment Vacated

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a Tax Court order that granted summary judgment to Joseph Safdieh, ruling that the Commissioner of Internal Revenue can assess penalties for failing to report control of a foreign business. The court remanded the case for further proceedings.