Asylum denial review for Sri Lankan national

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals granted in part a petition for review, remanding a Sri Lankan national's asylum case to the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA). The court found that the BIA erred by not determining if the petitioner would be eligible for asylum or withholding of removal but for the material support bar, which prevents him from seeking a waiver. The petition for review of the Convention Against Torture claims was denied.

Suarez v. Sullivan - Eighth Amendment Conditions of Confinement and Medical Needs

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated the District Court's grant of summary judgment in Suarez v. Sullivan. The court found genuine disputes of material fact regarding the defendants' knowledge of and disregard for serious risks to the plaintiff's health and well-being, remanding the case for further proceedings.

Second Circuit Denies Rehearing En Banc in Cases 23-258 and 23-354

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals has denied a petition for rehearing en banc in cases 23-258 and 23-354. While the majority denied the rehearing, there were concurring and dissenting opinions filed by several judges, indicating ongoing judicial discussion on the matter.

Court Opinion on Constitutional Rights Violation Claim

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the District Court's denial of qualified immunity to a corrections officer accused of sexually abusing a pretrial detainee. The court clarified the distinct legal standards for Fourteenth Amendment claims by pretrial detainees versus Eighth Amendment claims by convicted prisoners.

Leadenhall Capital Partners LLP v. Advantage Capital Holdings - Preliminary Injunction Appeal

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a preliminary injunction freezing the assets of guarantors in a debt collection case. The court found that the plaintiffs failed to demonstrate a lien or equitable interest in the guarantors' assets, citing the Supreme Court's decision in Grupo Mexicano De Desarrollo, S.A. v. Alliance Bond Fund, Inc.

Knapp v. Barclays - Securities Act of 1933 Claims

The Second Circuit affirmed a lower court's dismissal of claims against Barclays related to exchange-traded notes (ETNs). The court ruled that a reverse split of ETNs did not constitute a 'sale' under the Securities Act of 1933, and investors failed to trace their post-split ETNs to a specific registration statement, thus barring claims under Sections 11 and 12 of the Act.

United States v. Fabian - Drug Conviction Appeal

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a drug conviction for Rafael Antonio Fabian but vacated the imposition of standard conditions of supervised release. The court remanded the case for the district court to address these conditions, as the defendant was not made aware of them during sentencing.

Powell v. Ocwen Fin. Corp. - ERISA Fiduciary Duties

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals partially reversed a district court ruling in Powell v. Ocwen Fin. Corp., finding that mortgages underlying certain residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS) trust certificates are plan assets under ERISA. The court affirmed that mortgages underlying RMBS notes issued pursuant to indenture agreements are not plan assets.

Rivera-Perez v. Stover - Habeas Corpus Petition and First Step Act Credits

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a district court's grant of a habeas corpus petition, ruling that First Step Act (FSA) time credits cannot be used to reduce a prisoner's term of supervised release. The court found that the petitioner's case became moot once he was transferred to prerelease custody.

Petersen Energía vs. Argentine Republic - Appeal of Share Expropriation Ruling

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a district court's $16.1 billion award to minority shareholders in Petersen Energía and Eton Park against the Argentine Republic and YPF S.A. The appellate court found that the shareholders' claims regarding the expropriation of shares were not cognizable under Argentine law.

Ramsay v. Bondi - Court grants petition to reopen removal proceedings

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals granted John Marcus Ramsay's petition, overturning the BIA's denial of his motion to reopen removal proceedings. The court found the BIA misread Ramsay's arguments and remanded the case for further consideration, also granting his motion to stay removal.

Parker v. Alexander - NY State Law Preemption of NYC Law

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals has certified a question to the New York Court of Appeals regarding whether New York State laws (Child Victims Act and Adult Survivors Act) preempt a New York City law (Victims of Gender-Motivated Violence Protection Law) that establishes a two-year revival window for civil claims. This decision stems from a case where a plaintiff attempted to use the city law's revival window for previously time-barred claims.

Merger Review Filing Fee Adjustment

The Competition Bureau Canada has announced an adjustment to its merger review filing fee, increasing it from $88,690.45 to $90,198.19, effective April 1, 2026. This annual adjustment is in accordance with the Service Fees Act and supports the Bureau's merger review mandate.

OSFI Superintendent Discusses Bank Capital, AI, Fintech, and Housing Risks

OSFI Superintendent Peter Routledge discussed the recalibration of bank capital frameworks, emphasizing a shift from broad tightening to disciplined fine-tuning. He highlighted the resilience of Canadian banks and OSFI's modernization efforts, including removing outdated guidance and focusing supervisory attention on key areas. The discussion also touched upon AI, fintech, and housing risks.

Prediction Markets and Capital Markets Regulation in Singapore

This article examines whether event-based contracts and prediction markets could fall under Singapore's capital markets regime, as regulated by the Securities and Futures Act 2001. It discusses the policy choices regulators face regarding the regulation of these evolving platforms.

Consent Stay Order After Ship Arrest – The “Hong Chang Sheng”

The Singapore High Court has issued a consent stay order in the case of The 'Hong Chang Sheng'. This case highlights the importance of precise drafting in stay orders, particularly concerning carve-outs for claims such as wrongful arrest or detention. The ruling emphasizes the need for clarity in legal documentation within maritime disputes.

Court Judgments and Legal News Highlights

This update from the Singapore High Court Judgments feed includes a summary of a family law case where a prenup was upheld but asset division was adjusted. It also highlights a criminal law judgment and advertises upcoming legal professional workshops on financial statements and AI.

Mahesh Mithalal Trivedi vs Dinesh Jethalal Soni - Testamentary Suit

The Bombay High Court issued a judgment in the testamentary suit filed by Mahesh Mithalal Trivedi against Dinesh Jethalal Soni. The case, identified as Testamentary Suit No. 59 of 2008, was decided on March 26, 2026, with the court providing its reasoning and conclusion on the matter.

Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd. v. State of Maharashtra - Criminal Writ Petition

The Bombay High Court has issued a judgment in the case of Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd. vs. The State of Maharashtra and Ors. The case, identified as Criminal Writ Petition No. 4913 of 2024, concerns a banking company and the state authorities. The judgment was digitally signed and dated March 25, 2026.

Shivaji S/O. Rama Kamble vs State of Maharashtra - Criminal Appeal

The Bombay High Court has issued a judgment in the criminal appeal case of Shivaji S/O. Rama Kamble vs. State of Maharashtra. The appellant was convicted under Section 304 Part-I of the Indian Penal Code and sentenced to 10 years rigorous imprisonment and a fine.

Deelip Gopalsingh Thakur vs State of Maharashtra - Stay of Conviction Application

The Bombay High Court heard a second application for stay of conviction by Deelip Gopalsingh Thakur. The court noted that Section 10(1)(a) of the Maharashtra Municipal Corporations Act disqualifies individuals convicted of offenses involving moral turpitude from being councillors unless six years have passed since conviction.

Sagar Dattatraya Tambde vs State of Maharashtra - Criminal Appeal

The Bombay High Court has issued a judgment in the criminal appeal case of Sagar Dattatraya Tambde vs. The State of Maharashtra. The judgment, authored by Justice Bharati Dangre, addresses arguments and provides reasoning on the presented issues. The specific outcome and implications for the parties involved are detailed within the full ruling.

Dattatraya Tambde vs State of Maharashtra - Criminal Appeal

The Bombay High Court issued a judgment in the criminal appeal case Dattatraya Tambde vs State of Maharashtra. The judgment, authored by Justice Bharati Dangre, was filed on March 26, 2026, and addresses appeals related to criminal proceedings.

Dr. Lalchand N. Jumani vs Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai

The Bombay High Court is hearing a writ petition filed by Dr. Lalchand N. Jumani against the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai. The petitioner seeks to have his suspension period from November 29, 1986, to May 9, 1990, treated as duty and to receive full pay and allowances for that period. The case involves allegations of corruption against the petitioner.

Shrikrishna Ramchandra Dharap And Ors. vs State Of Maharashtra And Ors.

The Bombay High Court has issued a judgment in the case of Shrikrishna Ramchandra Dharap And Ors. vs State Of Maharashtra And Ors. The case concerns writ petition no. 9685 of 2010, related to forest land and private forest designations. The judgment was authored by Justice Bharati Dangre.

MTNL vs K.J. Construction Co - Appeal of Arbitration Award

The Bombay High Court has issued a judgment in the appeal filed by MTNL against an arbitration award in favor of K.J. Construction Co. The appeal concerns a contract for the construction of a Telephone Exchange building, with the original award partly affirmed by a single judge. The court's decision will determine the final outcome of the dispute regarding the arbitration award.

Ratan Ukarda Bamania vs Dy Collector Diu - Writ Petition

The Bombay High Court has issued a judgment in the case of Ratan Ukarda Bamania vs. The Dy. Collector Diu and Ors. The case involves multiple writ petitions concerning land and property rights. The court's decision provides analysis and reasoning on the legal issues presented.

Jivibai Karsan Bamania vs The Dy Collector Diu And Ors

The Bombay High Court has issued a judgment in the case of Jivibai Karsan Bamania vs. The Dy. Collector Diu and Ors. The ruling, dated March 16, 2026, concerns multiple writ petitions related to land and property disputes involving the Diu administration.

Vishwanath Sonwane vs State of Maharashtra - Criminal Appeal

The Bombay High Court has issued a judgment in the criminal appeal case of Vishwanath Sonwane vs. The State of Maharashtra, dated March 13, 2026. The appeal challenges a conviction under Section 304 of the Indian Penal Code, resulting in a 7-year rigorous imprisonment sentence and a fine.

Marico Limited vs The Deputy Commissioner of Income Tax

The Bombay High Court has issued a rule in the writ petition filed by Marico Limited challenging reassessment proceedings initiated by the Income Tax Department. The challenge is based on grounds of change of opinion and reliance on audit wing opinions without factual error.

Pr. Commissioner of Income-Tax-14 v. Pfizer Products India Pvt. Ltd. - Income Tax Appeal

The Bombay High Court heard an appeal by the Revenue concerning a disallowance of cross charges of Rs. 14,51,77,000/- for non-deduction of tax at source for Assessment Year 2009-10. The court upheld the ITAT's decision to delete the disallowance, confirming the respondent's position.

Ghansham Dattatraya Tambde vs State of Maharashtra - Criminal Appeal

The Bombay High Court has issued a judgment in the criminal appeal case Ghansham Dattatraya Tambde vs. State of Maharashtra. The judgment, authored by Justice Bharati Dangre, addresses criminal appellate jurisdiction and involves multiple appeals and interim applications.

Vinayak Madhav Chavan v. State of Maharashtra - Criminal Appeal

The Bombay High Court has issued a judgment in the criminal appeal case of Vinayak Madhav Chavan v. The State of Maharashtra. The judgment, authored by Justice Bharati Dangre, addresses various aspects of the case including facts, issues, arguments, precedents, and the court's reasoning.

Shivaji S/O. Rama Kamble vs The State Of Maharashtra - Criminal Appeal

The Bombay High Court has issued a judgment in the criminal appeal case of Shivaji S/O. Rama Kamble vs. The State of Maharashtra. The appeal challenges a conviction under Section 304 Part-I of the Indian Penal Code, resulting in a 10-year rigorous imprisonment sentence and a fine.

Vishal Prafulsingh Solanke vs Controller Of Patent And Designs

The Bombay High Court has issued a judgment in the case of Vishal Prafulsingh Solanke vs. Controller of Patent and Designs. This commercial appeal challenges a prior order that refused a patent application. The court's decision will impact the interpretation and application of patent law in India.

EEOC Secures $35,000 Settlement from Pizza Hut Franchisee for Sex Harassment and Retaliation

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced a $35,000 settlement with Pizza Hut franchisee Ayvaz, LLC, resolving a lawsuit alleging sex-based harassment and retaliation. The suit claimed that managers at multiple franchise locations subjected female employees to sexual harassment and retaliated against those who complained.

EEOC Sexual Harassment Suit Against Justin Vineyards & Winery and Wonderful Company Settled for $1.49 Million

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced a settlement with Justin Vineyards & Winery and The Wonderful Company, requiring them to pay $1.49 million to resolve a sexual harassment lawsuit. The suit alleged widespread sexual harassment and retaliation against female employees at the companies' California vineyards.

EEOC Sues Ourisman Automotive Group for Racial Harassment

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has filed a lawsuit against Ourisman Automotive Group, alleging systemic racial harassment and discrimination against Black employees. The suit claims the company failed to address and prevent a hostile work environment, violating federal anti-discrimination laws.

EEOC Sues Silver Cross Hospital Over Vaccine Mandate

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has filed a lawsuit against Silver Cross Hospital for allegedly violating federal anti-discrimination laws by requiring employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. The lawsuit claims the hospital failed to provide reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs who could not receive the vaccine.

Exemption for Operator Change: Connecticut Southern Railroad

The Surface Transportation Board (STB) has issued a notice of exemption allowing Connecticut Southern Railroad (CSO) to lease and operate approximately 8.64 miles of rail line from the State of Connecticut. CSO will replace Central New England Railroad as the operator, with the transaction projected to generate annual revenues not exceeding $5 million and not creating a Class II or I carrier. The exemption becomes effective April 21, 2026.

Buckingham Branch Railroad - Discontinuance of Service Exemption

The Surface Transportation Board (STB) has issued a notice regarding Buckingham Branch Railroad Company's petition for exemption to discontinue service over approximately 4.2 miles of rail line in Virginia. The STB is instituting an exemption proceeding, with a final decision expected by June 26, 2026.

Control Exemption for Cando Holdings, AIMCo, Savage Railroads

The Surface Transportation Board (STB) issued a notice of exemption for Cando Holdings and AIMCo to acquire control of two Class III rail carriers, Savage Bingham & Garfield Railroad LLC and Savage Tooele Railroad LLC. The transaction is exempt from prior approval requirements as it involves only Class III carriers and does not create new track connections.

Railroad Abandonment and Discontinuance Exemption Notice

The Surface Transportation Board (STB) has issued a notice regarding a petition filed by Canonie Atlantic Co. and Buckingham Branch Railroad Company for an exemption to abandon and discontinue service over approximately 2.3 miles of rail line in Virginia Beach and Norfolk, Virginia. The petition seeks exemption from prior approval requirements for the abandonment and discontinuance.

Agency Information Collection Activities; FISAP Application Review; Comment Request

The Education Department is requesting public comment on its information collection activities related to the Fiscal Operations Report for 2025-2026 and Application To Participate 2027-2028 (FISAP) and Reallocation Form. The comment period closes on April 27, 2026.

Capital Rule for Global Systemically Important Banks (Regulation Q) and FR Y-15

The Federal Reserve System has issued a proposed rule concerning the regulatory capital rule (Regulation Q) and the Systemic Risk Report (FR Y-15) for global systemically important bank holding companies. The proposal aims to establish risk-based capital surcharges and includes a comment period closing on June 18, 2026.

Change in Bank Control Notices; Acquisitions of Shares

The Federal Reserve System has published a notice regarding change in bank control and acquisitions of bank shares. This notice, published in the Federal Register, details the procedures and requirements for such transactions.

DHS Adopts NEPA Categorical Exclusions Under Section 109

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has adopted categorical exclusions under Section 109 of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). This notice, published on March 27, 2026, establishes specific categories of actions that DHS has determined will not individually or cumulatively have a significant effect on the human environment.

Insurance Broker Indicted for Fraud and Theft

The Colorado Attorney General's Office announced the indictment of George Gonzalez, an insurance broker, on 23 felony counts for allegedly diverting over $100,000 in insurance premium payments. The indictment includes charges of insurance fraud and theft, affecting multiple insurance companies and their customers.

Commissioner Trusty Statement on Network Modernization and Service Changes

The FCC has issued a Report and Order to accelerate network modernization and service changes by removing outdated requirements, while preserving consumer and public safety protections. The order aims to provide greater clarity for service providers navigating technology transitions, particularly the IP transition, and ensures coordination with 911 authorities before service discontinuance.

Statement on Network Modernization and AI

The FCC has issued a Report and Order addressing network modernization and the IP transition, aiming to remove outdated regulations while preserving consumer and public safety protections. The order emphasizes ensuring reliable 911 connectivity during network evolution and requires coordination with 911 authorities before service discontinuance.