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United States v. William Jimenez - Sentencing Appeal

The Second Circuit affirmed a district court's judgment sentencing William Jimenez to 105 months imprisonment for possessing ammunition after a felony conviction. The court upheld the imposition of special conditions of supervised release, including electronic device searches and mandatory mental health counseling.

Broadcast Music Inc. v. North American Concert Promoters Association - Antitrust

The Second Circuit vacated a district court's decision regarding music licensing fees set by Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) for the North American Concert Promoters Association (NACPA). The court found the imposed rates and expanded definition of gross revenues to be unreasonable and remanded the case for further proceedings.

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.

State v. Monaco - Criminal Case Affirmation

The Oregon Supreme Court affirmed the decision of the Court of Appeals and the judgment of the circuit court in the case of State v. Monaco. The court's decision upholds the lower courts' rulings in this criminal matter.

Oregon Supreme Court - Disciplinary Case Against Isa Ac Ersoff

The Oregon Supreme Court has dismissed a disciplinary complaint against attorney Isa Ac Ersoff. The court's decision, issued on March 12, 2026, followed arguments submitted in September 2025. The specific nature of the complaint and the reasons for dismissal were not detailed in the provided excerpt.

Robinson v. Hendricks - Habeas Corpus Case

The Oregon Supreme Court has ordered the immediate discharge of Craig Anthony Robinson, Jr. from illegal imprisonment in a habeas corpus case. The court mandated that the State Court Administrator issue the appellate judgment immediately, bypassing standard procedures.