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McGucken v. Shutterstock, Inc. - Copyright Infringement Appeal

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals partially affirmed and partially vacated a district court's summary judgment in McGucken v. Shutterstock, Inc. The court affirmed the dismissal of the false copyright management information claim but vacated the dismissal of copyright infringement claims, remanding for further proceedings on specific factual issues.

GEICO v. Patel - RICO Act Case

The Second Circuit affirmed a preliminary injunction against Dr. Bhargav Patel and associated entities in a RICO Act case brought by GEICO. The court found that the preliminary injunction was necessary to prevent irreparable harm to GEICO from potential inconsistent judgments and the obscuring of an alleged fraudulent scheme by numerous state collection proceedings.

Kellogg v. Nichols - Concealed Carry License Case

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals amended its opinion in Kellogg v. Nichols, affirming the dismissal of a lawsuit challenging New York's concealed carry license laws. The court held that state judges have absolute judicial immunity for decisions on license applications and that federal courts lack jurisdiction for injunctive or declaratory relief against such judges in their official capacities.

US v. Cardenas - Cocaine Import Conspiracy Conviction

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated the conviction of Jay James Roldan Cardenas for conspiracy to import cocaine. The court found that the district court erred in excluding evidence relevant to Cardenas's state of mind, potentially impacting his defense.

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

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals 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.

Care One LLC v NLRB - Court Opinion on Labor Practices

The Second Circuit affirmed a district court's denial of a preliminary injunction sought by Care One LLC and its affiliates. The healthcare companies challenged NLRB proceedings against them for alleged unfair labor practices, arguing the ALJ was unlawfully appointed. The court found the plaintiffs failed to demonstrate irreparable harm.

Rafael Martinez v. Wal-Mart Inc - Discovery Dispute

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington issued an order addressing discovery disputes in Rafael Martinez v. Wal-Mart Inc. The court ruled on motions to compel and a motion for a protective order related to document production and deposition notices.

Stevenson v. Employment Security Dept. - Order of Remand

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington issued an order remanding the case of Stevenson v. Employment Security Dept. to Spokane County Superior Court. The court found that the plaintiff, Sharon L. Stevenson, improperly removed the case from state court to federal court, as the right to remove is limited to defendants.

Elizabth B. v. Frank Bisignano - Social Security Benefits Appeal

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington affirmed the Commissioner of Social Security's decision to deny disability income benefits. The court found no harmful legal error in the Administrative Law Judge's evaluation of medical opinions or the claimant's testimony. The appeal was denied, and the Commissioner's decision was granted.

Salinas v. Keefe Commissary Network, LLC - Civil Rights: Jobs

A new civil case, Salinas v. Keefe Commissary Network, LLC, was filed on February 20, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case is based on diversity jurisdiction and falls under the Civil Rights: Jobs category.