US Courts

Appeals Court Decision: Jin v. City of New York

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a lower court's denial of qualified immunity to NYPD officers in a false arrest case. The court found that officers had arguable probable cause to arrest Guo Hua Jin, overturning the district court's decision and dismissing the false arrest claim.

Sufiyan v. Bondi - Asylum, Withholding, CAT Review

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals granted in part a petition for review in Sufiyan v. Bondi, remanding the case to the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA). The court found the BIA erred by not determining if the petitioner would be eligible for asylum or withholding of removal absent the material support bar, which prevents individuals who provided material support to designated terrorist organizations from receiving such relief. The petition for review regarding Convention Against Torture relief was denied.

Jeffrey L. v. Frank Bisignano - Social Security Benefits Appeal

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington issued an opinion reversing an Administrative Law Judge's denial of Social Security benefits for Plaintiff Jeffrey L. The court found the ALJ erred in evaluating the plaintiff's limitations and remanded the case for an award of benefits.

Texas Court of Appeals Affirms Tax Exemption for Chemical Containers

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's decision that ChampionX, LLC is exempt from sales taxes on its purchases of chemical containers and associated services. The court found that the containers used for manufacturing and selling chemicals for the energy and water industries qualified for a statutory exemption.

Nalakurthi v. Kancherla - Divorce and Protective Order Consolidation

The Texas Court of Appeals, 15th District, granted a motion to consolidate two appeals concerning a divorce decree and a protective order. Appeal number 15-25-00191-CV was dismissed, with proceedings to continue under appeal number 15-26-00020-CV.

Villasenor Hernandez et al v. City of Richmond et al - Civil Rights Case

A new civil rights case, Villasenor Hernandez et al v. City of Richmond et al, was filed on March 15, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The complaint alleges violations of civil rights against the City of Richmond and two individuals. The filing fee was $405.

Perez v. U.S. Department of Homeland Security et al - Immigration

A new civil case, Perez v. U.S. Department of Homeland Security et al, was filed on March 15, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves 'Other Immigration Actions' and names the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as a defendant.

Pampena v. Musk - Proposed Jury Instructions

Elon Musk has submitted proposed jury instructions in the Pampena v. Musk case filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. These instructions outline the legal principles the jury should consider when deliberating the case.

Care One LLC v. NLRB - Court Opinion on 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 health care facilities. The facilities challenged NLRB proceedings for alleged unfair labor practices, arguing the ALJ was improperly appointed. The appellate court found the plaintiffs could not demonstrate irreparable harm, thus affirming the denial of injunctive relief.

Mar-Can Transport Co. 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 ruling clarifies the interpretation of "unfunded vested benefits" under 29 U.S.C. § 1415(c) when employees switch unions.