US Courts

CFHC v. CoreLogic - Housing Discrimination Case Opinion

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals issued an opinion in CFHC v. CoreLogic, vacating in part, affirming in part, and reversing in part the lower court's decision. The court found the Connecticut Fair Housing Center lacked standing and that CoreLogic did not cause housing denials under the Fair Housing Act, but also disagreed with the district court's exclusion of certain defendants. The court also addressed a Fair Credit Reporting Act claim.

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

The Second Circuit affirmed a district court order granting SBK ART LLC's petition for discovery in aid of foreign litigation under 28 U.S.C. §1782. The court found that the district court did not abuse its discretion in allowing SBK to seek documents and testimony from Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP for use in European proceedings.

US v. Cardenas - Cocaine Import Conspiracy Conviction Vacated

The Second Circuit vacated a conviction for conspiracy to import cocaine against Jey James Roldan Cardenas, a Colombian police officer. The court found that the district court erred in excluding evidence relevant to Cardenas's defense of lacking criminal intent, remanding the case for further proceedings.

Mar-Can Transport Co. v. Pension Fund - ERISA Withdrawal Liability

The Second Circuit affirmed a District Court ruling that Mar-Can Transportation Company is entitled to a $1.8 million reduction in its ERISA withdrawal liability. The court interpreted a key provision regarding the transfer of unfunded vested benefits when employees switch unions and pension plans.

Care One LLC v NLRB - Court Opinion on NLRB Proceedings

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's denial of a preliminary injunction sought by Care One LLC and its affiliates. The healthcare facilities sought to halt NLRB proceedings, arguing the ALJ's appointment was invalid due to a lack of quorum. The court found that even if the appointment were invalid, the plaintiffs could not demonstrate irreparable harm.

James S. v. Frank Bisignano - Social Security Case Ruling

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington granted the Defendant's motion in the Social Security case James S. v. Frank Bisignano. The court's order, dated February 25, 2026, denied the Plaintiff's motion and affirmed the Commissioner of Social Security's decision.

Steven Wade Maisano v. Tim Norman Lang - Court Opinion

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington issued an order granting a motion to dismiss without prejudice in the case of Steven Wade Maisano v. Tim Norman Lang. The court also denied a motion for leave to amend as moot. The case involves confiscated firearms from the plaintiff's home.

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.

Giuseppe Pampena v. Elon Musk - Jury Trial Transcript

This document is the jury trial transcript for the case Giuseppe Pampena v. Elon Musk. It details the proceedings and testimony presented during the trial. The transcript is a matter of public record for the court.

Edible Arrangements LLC v. Cheikh Mboup, et al. - Fraud and Breach of Contract

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia granted Edible Arrangements, LLC's motion for summary judgment against Cheikh Mboup and E.A. International LLC in a fraud and breach of contract case. The court awarded Edible Arrangements $1.2 million in restitution.