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Care One LLC v NLRB - Court Opinion

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's denial of a preliminary injunction for Care One LLC and its affiliates. The court found that while the merits of the ultra vires claims regarding NLRB appointments and ALJ removal protections were not decided, the plaintiffs failed to demonstrate irreparable harm necessary for injunctive relief.

US v. Cardenas - Cocaine Import 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 lacking criminal intent, remanding the case for further proceedings.

Connecticut Fair Housing Center v. CoreLogic Rental Property Solutions

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated in part, affirmed in part, and reversed in part a district court decision concerning CoreLogic Rental Property Solutions. The court found the Connecticut Fair Housing Center lacked standing and that CoreLogic did not cause housing denials based on criminal history, thus failing the disparate impact test under the Fair Housing Act. The court also affirmed CoreLogic's violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Kellogg v. Nichols - Amended Opinion on Concealed Carry Licenses

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals issued an amended opinion in Kellogg v. Nichols, affirming the dismissal of claims challenging New York's concealed carry license laws. The court held that state judges have absolute judicial immunity when ruling on license applications and that federal courts lack jurisdiction for injunctive or declaratory relief against state officials in this context.

Peña Garcia v. Department of Labor - Disability Benefits

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals denied a petition for review in Peña Garcia v. Department of Labor, upholding the denial of reimbursement for medical cannabis edibles. The court affirmed that due to marijuana's Schedule I classification under federal law, it has no accepted medical use, precluding coverage under the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act.

Reidy Contracting Group, LLC v. Mt. Hawley Insurance Company - Insurance Coverage Dispute

The Second Circuit affirmed a district court ruling that Reidy Contracting Group, LLC is an additional insured under Mt. Hawley Insurance Company's excess liability policy. The court held that the Employers Liability Exclusion did not bar coverage because it was ambiguous and must be construed against Mt. Hawley.

NY AG, NYPD, ATF Arrest Gun Trafficker, Seize 32 Firearms

New York Attorney General Letitia James, the NYPD, and ATF announced the arrest of Khyle Williams for illegally selling firearms. The investigation seized 32 firearms and led to 176 charges against Williams, who faces up to 25 years in prison if convicted.

Jenkins v. De La Cruz - Contract Case Opinion Vacated and Dismissed

The Texas Court of Appeals, 13th District, vacated and dismissed the appeal in Jenkins v. De La Cruz. The court found inconsistencies in the appellee's standing as a non-party, leading to the dismissal of the appeal concerning a motion for sanctions.

Joseph Milton Mitchum v. State of Texas - Dismissed Appeal

The Texas Court of Appeals, 13th District, dismissed the appeal of Joseph Milton Mitchum in case number 13-25-00589-CR. The dismissal was due to a want of jurisdiction, as the trial court's certification indicated the appellant had no right of appeal following a plea bargain.

Kevin C. Loudon v. Victoria County - Tax Case Affirmed

The Texas Court of Appeals, 13th District, affirmed a lower court's decision in Kevin C. Loudon v. Victoria County. The court upheld the County's award of delinquent taxes, penalties, interest, and attorney's fees, dismissing Loudon's arguments against the collection of these sums.