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SBK ART LLC v Akin Gump - Discovery for Foreign Litigation

The Second Circuit affirmed a district court's order granting SBK ART LLC's petition for discovery under 28 U.S.C. §1782 for use in foreign litigation. The court disagreed with Akin Gump's argument that discovery should be denied if not discoverable from the foreign client abroad.

US v. Cardenas - Cocaine Importation Conspiracy 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 lack of criminal intent, remanding the case 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 an ERISA provision concerning asset and liability transfers when an employer changes pension plans due to union representation changes.

CFHC v. CoreLogic Rental Property Solutions - Fair Housing Act and FCRA Case

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in CFHC v. CoreLogic Rental Property Solutions, vacating in part, affirming in part, and reversing in part the district 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, while also affirming a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Care One LLC v. NLRB - Unfair Labor Practice Proceedings

The US Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit affirmed a district court's denial of a preliminary injunction for Care One LLC and its affiliates. The healthcare facilities sought to halt NLRB proceedings for alleged unfair labor practices, arguing the ALJ was improperly appointed. The appellate court found no irreparable harm, thus denying the injunction.

Peña Garcia v. Dept of Labor - Workers' Compensation

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals denied a petition for review in Peña Garcia v. Department of Labor. The court affirmed the denial of reimbursement for medical cannabis edibles under the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, citing marijuana's Schedule I status under federal law.

Smith v. Texas Court of Criminal Appeals - Habeas Corpus

The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals granted habeas corpus relief to Tyler Smith, vacating his conviction for failure to register as a sex offender. The court found that Smith established actual innocence and that his guilty plea was not knowingly and voluntarily entered due to erroneous information about his registration requirements.

EU Call for Proposals: Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Promotion

The European Commission has issued a call for proposals under the Promotion of Agricultural Products programme (AGRIP-MULTI-2024) to increase the consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables within the EU. The call opened on January 18, 2024, and proposals are due by May 14, 2024.

EU Organic Production Promotion Call for Proposals

The European Commission has opened a call for proposals under the Promotion of Agricultural Products (AGRIP) programme to increase awareness and recognition of the EU organic production scheme. The deadline for submissions is May 14, 2024.

EU Call for Proposals: Sustainable Agriculture and Animal Welfare

The European Commission has issued a call for proposals under the Promotion of Agricultural Products (AGRIP) programme, focusing on sustainable agriculture and animal welfare. The call opened on January 18, 2024, with a deadline for submissions on May 14, 2024.