Legal Research

Second Circuit Opinion: Housing Dispute - Fair Housing Act & FCRA

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals issued an opinion in a housing dispute involving the Fair Housing Act and the Fair Credit Reporting Act. The court vacated in part, affirmed in part, and reversed in part the district court's decision, impacting how rental property solutions companies handle tenant screening and consumer report disclosures.

SBK ART LLC v Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP - Discovery for Foreign Litigation

The Second Circuit affirmed a district court's order granting SBK ART LLC's petition for discovery in aid of foreign litigation under 28 U.S.C. §1782 against Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP. The court found that the district court did not abuse its discretion in allowing discovery of documents held by a U.S. law firm, even if not directly discoverable from the foreign client abroad.

US v. Cardenas - Court of Appeals Vacates Conviction

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated the conviction of Jey James Roldan Cardenas for conspiracy to import cocaine. The court found that the district court erred in excluding evidence relevant to Cardenas's defense of lacking criminal intent. The case is remanded for further proceedings.

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

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court ruling, reducing Mar-Can Transportation Company's withdrawal liability from the Local 854 Pension Fund by $1.8 million. The decision clarifies the interpretation of ERISA's Section 1415(c) regarding the transfer of unfunded vested benefits when employees switch unions.

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 challenged NLRB proceedings, alleging the Administrative Law Judge was improperly appointed due to a lack of quorum. The court found the plaintiffs could not demonstrate irreparable harm.

Advocate General Opinions on Hungary, Czech Republic Lawyer Access

The Advocate General has issued opinions in cases C-660/24 and C-681/24, finding that Hungary and the Czech Republic may have infringed EU law by imposing time limits on the right of access to a lawyer for suspects. These opinions suggest that questioning suspects without a lawyer present, if the lawyer does not appear within a specified period, violates EU legal principles.

Advocate General's Opinions on EU Law Infringement Cases

The European Court of Justice has released Advocate General's Opinions on several infringement cases. These opinions address potential violations of EU law by Member States, including issues related to access to lawyers, sanctions enforcement, and telecommunications contracts. The opinions also cover judgments on environmental directives and return procedures for illegally staying persons.

Advocate General's Opinions on Access to Lawyer Rights

The Advocate General has issued opinions in Cases C-660/24 and C-681/24, finding that Hungary and the Czech Republic may have infringed EU law by imposing time limits on the right of suspects to access a lawyer. This action highlights potential violations of fundamental legal rights within the EU.

Advocate General's Opinions on Lawyer Access in Hungary and Czech Republic

The Advocate General has issued opinions in cases C-660/24 and C-681/24, finding that Hungary and the Czech Republic infringed EU law by imposing time limits on a suspect's right to access a lawyer. This action highlights potential violations of fundamental legal rights within the EU.

Advocate General's Opinions on Lawyer Access Rights

The Advocate General has issued opinions in cases C-660/24 and C-681/24, finding that Hungary and the Czech Republic infringed EU law by imposing time limits on the right of access to a lawyer for suspects. This opinion clarifies the scope of fundamental rights within the EU legal framework.