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.

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. Jimenez - Sentencing Appeal Affirmation

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the district court's sentencing of William Jimenez to 105 months imprisonment and three years of supervised release. The court found that the challenged special conditions of supervised release were justified and that an appeal waiver barred challenges to the imprisonment term.

United States v. Aryeetey - Felon in Possession of Firearm Conviction

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction and sentence of Ivan Joel Aryeetey for being a felon in possession of a firearm. The court found no abuse of discretion in admitting DNA evidence and deemed the sentence substantively reasonable.

Kellogg v. Nichols - Concealed Carry License Case

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the dismissal of a lawsuit challenging New York's concealed carry license laws. The court held that state judges reviewing license applications are protected by absolute judicial immunity and that federal courts lack jurisdiction over such claims due to Article III's case-or-controversy requirement.

Safdieh v. Commissioner - Tax Court Judgment Vacated

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a Tax Court order that had granted summary judgment to Joseph Safdieh, ruling that the Commissioner of Internal Revenue may assess penalties for failing to report control of a foreign business. The court found the Commissioner can collect these penalties through administrative assessment rather than needing to go to federal district court.

Franco v. Capital One Financial Corp. - Civil Rights Case

A new civil rights case, Franco v. Capital One Financial Corp., was filed on February 19, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves a claim based on federal question jurisdiction and is categorized under Civil Rights: Other.

Avery v. El Paso County - Property Seizure Case

In Avery v. El Paso County, the District Court for Colorado modified a magistrate judge's recommendation to dismiss a property seizure case. The court adopted the findings of fact but sustained the plaintiffs' objection, allowing the case to proceed despite issues with timely service.

Colorado Federal Court Denies Motion to Amend Scheduling Order

The U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado denied a motion by defendants Jacobs Solutions Inc. and related entities to amend the scheduling order. The court previously denied a motion to compel discovery responses that exceeded the limits set in the scheduling order.

Kemp v. Point Digital Finance, Inc. - Civil Filing

A new civil case, Kemp v. Point Digital Finance, Inc., was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on March 8, 2026. The case number is 5:26-cv-01990 and involves a complaint filed by Michelle A. Kemp against Point Digital Finance, Inc.

Wexler v. UC Motion Docket Report

This document is a case docket report for a motion filed in the case of Wexler v. UC. It provides a record of filings and proceedings related to the motion. The report is generated by the US Courts' electronic filing system.

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 Funding Call: Promotion of Agricultural Products

The European Commission has opened a call for proposals for the promotion of agricultural products within the EU. This initiative aims to increase consumer awareness and recognition of Union quality schemes and the merits of EU agri-food products. The deadline for submissions is May 14, 2024.

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 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.

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: Promotion of Agricultural Products (AGRIP-MULTI-2024)

The European Commission has opened a call for proposals under the Promotion of Agricultural Products (AGRIP) programme for 2024. The call, AGRIP-MULTI-2024-TC-ALL, focuses on information and promotion programmes for EU agri-food products in third countries. The deadline for submissions is May 14, 2024.

CIHR Fellowship Fall 2025 Priority Announcement

The Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) has announced a Fall 2025 Priority Announcement for its Fellowship program, specifically targeting research in Aging, Pandemic Preparedness, and Sex/Gender in Health. The application deadline is September 17, 2025.

Canada Postdoctoral Research Award Program Deadline

The Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) has announced the application deadline for the Canada Postdoctoral Research Award (CPRA) program for the 2025-2026 competition. The application deadline is September 17, 2025.

Catalyst Grant: Digital Health Funding Opportunity

The Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) has announced a Catalyst Grant opportunity for Digital Health research, with applications due March 17, 2026. This funding aims to advance research and inform applications or interventions relevant to CIHR-IMHA's mandate, particularly focusing on the integration of technology into healthcare in Canada.

Doctoral Research Award CGRS D 2025-2026 Application Deadline

The Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) has updated the application deadline for the Doctoral Research Award (CGRS D) program for the 2025-2026 competition. The deadline for institutions to forward applications is November 21, 2025.

Doctoral Research Award Application Deadline

The Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) has updated its Doctoral Research Award funding opportunity. The application deadline for the 2025 competition is November 21, 2025. Updates were made to the Description and Objectives sections.

North of Tyne Business Growth Fund Grants

The Department for Business and Trade has updated the North of Tyne Business Growth Fund, which offers grants between £20,000 and £200,000 for business expansion projects leading to job creation. The latest update on October 14, 2025, amended the expenditure and grant size criteria.

Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) SME Programme Funding

The UK Department for Business and Trade has published details on the Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) SME Programme, offering grant funding for civil aerospace research and technology development. UK registered SMEs are eligible, with specific requirements for project location and exploitation.

Aerospace Research Grant Funding up to £5 Million

The Department for Business and Trade has announced funding of up to £5 million for the Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) Strategic Programme. This initiative supports research and technology development to enhance the UK's competitive position in civil aerospace.

Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) Non-CO2 Programme Funding

The Department for Business and Trade has launched the Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) Non-CO2 Programme, offering grant funding for research and technology development in the UK's civil aerospace sector. The programme aims to maintain and grow the UK's competitive position by focusing on non-CO2 emissions reduction technologies.

Horizon Europe Funding Association for UK Research

The UK and EU have signed an agreement finalizing the UK's association to the Horizon Europe research and innovation program. This ensures UK researchers can bid into Horizon, with successful applicants covered by the UK's association or guarantee scheme for the remainder of the program.

UKRI 5G Assured Integration Grant Opportunity

Innovate UK has opened a grant opportunity for UK registered organisations to apply for a share of up to £18.5 million. The funding aims to integrate advanced connectivity components into assured end-to-end architectures. The application deadline is April 1, 2026.

ESRC Funding for Northern Ireland Election Study

The Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) is offering £1.5 million in funding for the Northern Ireland Election Study, which will run from 2026 to 2031. The funding opportunity is open for applications from eligible UK research organisations.

ADOPT Facilitator Support Grant Funding Opportunity

Innovate UK and Defra have opened applications for the ADOPT facilitator support grant round 7, offering £100,000 in total funding. Farming, growing, or forestry businesses in England can apply for grants of £2,500 to hire external facilitators for ADOPT grant applications. The application deadline is April 8, 2026.

UKRI Translation: Proof of Concept Funding Opportunity

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has opened a funding opportunity for its Translation: Proof of Concept programme. The total fund is £9,000,000, with awards ranging from £100,000 to £250,000. Applications are open to UK research organisations and close on May 13, 2026.

EPSRC Materials Innovation Partnerships Funding Opportunity

The Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) has announced a £7.5 million funding opportunity for Materials Innovation Partnerships. The program aims to foster collaboration between UK businesses and academic institutions to advance materials science, with applications opening on March 3, 2026, and closing on May 14, 2026.

Clark v. Blue Diamond Growers - Class Certification Denial

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois denied a motion for class certification in Margo Clark v. Blue Diamond Growers. The plaintiff alleged deceptive marketing practices related to "Smokehouse® Almonds."

Steve Podkulski v. Tom Dart, et al. - Civil Rights Case

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois granted in part and denied in part the defendants' motion for summary judgment in the civil rights case Steve Podkulski v. Tom Dart, et al. The court's decision addresses claims related to prisoner housing and medical care.

Mendoza, Mulero v. City of Chicago - Wrongful Conviction Case

This court document details a ruling on a motion for a protective order concerning the deposition of former Cook County State's Attorney Kimberly M. Foxx. The case involves plaintiffs alleging wrongful convictions due to actions by the City of Chicago and its officials. The court granted in part and denied in part the motion to limit the deposition scope.

Presidential Proclamation on Countering Cartel Criminal Activity

President Trump issued a proclamation declaring the United States' commitment to dismantling cartels and foreign terrorist organizations in the Western Hemisphere. The proclamation outlines a strategy involving coordinated efforts with allies to deny these organizations resources and territory, and to train partner nation militaries.

Taurus Bernard Dickerson v. Deputy Warden Stanford - Civil Rights Complaint

The U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Georgia issued an order and recommendation regarding a civil rights complaint filed by inmate Taurus Bernard Dickerson. The court will allow claims of deliberate indifference to safety and retaliation to proceed, while recommending dismissal of other claims.

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 under 28 U.S.C. §1782 in aid of foreign litigation. The court disagreed with Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP's argument that discovery should be denied if documents are not discoverable from the foreign client abroad.

Connecticut Fair Housing Center v. CoreLogic - Fair Housing Act and FCRA

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated in part, affirmed in part, and reversed in part a lower court decision concerning claims against CoreLogic Rental Property Solutions. The court found the Connecticut Fair Housing Center lacked standing and that while CoreLogic was not covered by the Fair Housing Act as initially argued, the plaintiff failed to establish a prima facie case of disparate impact discrimination. The court also affirmed CoreLogic's violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Safdieh v. Commissioner - Tax Penalties Assessment

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the Commissioner of Internal Revenue may assess penalties for failing to report foreign business control under I.R.C. § 6038(b) through administrative assessment, vacating a Tax Court order. This decision impacts how the IRS collects these specific penalties.

US v. Aryeetey - Felon in Possession of Firearm Conviction Affirmed

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction and sentence of Ivan Joel Aryeetey for being a felon in possession of a firearm. The court found no abuse of discretion in admitting DNA evidence and deemed the sentence substantively reasonable.

Kellogg v. Nichols - Amended Opinion on Judicial Immunity and Firearms Licensing

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals issued an amended opinion in Kellogg v. Nichols, affirming the dismissal of a lawsuit challenging New York's firearms licensing laws. The court held that state court judges are absolutely immune from individual-capacity lawsuits for their decisions on license applications and that federal courts lack jurisdiction for official-capacity claims under Article III's case-or-controversy requirement.

B.B. v. Hochul - Minors' Rights to Family Integrity

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in B.B. v. Hochul that minors have standing to sue New York over its child certification scheme, which denies relatives foster care placements based on criminal history or abuse reports. The court reversed in part and affirmed in part, remanding for further proceedings.

US v. Jimenez - 105 Months Prison for Felony Conviction

The US Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit affirmed a district court's judgment sentencing William Jimenez to 105 months imprisonment and three years of supervised release for possessing ammunition after a felony conviction. Jimenez's appeal challenging sentencing conditions and imprisonment term was denied.

Mar-Can Transport v. Local 854 Pension Fund - ERISA Withdrawal Liability

The Second Circuit affirmed a lower court's decision in Mar-Can Transport v. Local 854 Pension Fund, reducing Mar-Can's ERISA withdrawal liability by $1.8 million. The ruling clarifies the interpretation of "unfunded vested benefits" when an employer transitions between multiemployer pension plans due to union representation changes.

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 concert promoters. The court found the imposed rates and expanded definition of gross revenues to be unreasonable, remanding the case for further proceedings.

Care One LLC v NLRB - Court Opinion on 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 its affiliates. The healthcare companies challenged NLRB proceedings, arguing the ALJ was unlawfully appointed. The court found the plaintiffs could not demonstrate irreparable harm, thus denying the injunction.

Peña Garcia v. Department 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-infused edibles under the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act, citing the Controlled Substances Act.

McGucken v. Shutterstock, Inc. - Copyright Infringement Appeal

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals partially affirmed and partially vacated a district court's ruling in McGucken v. Shutterstock, Inc. The court affirmed the dismissal of copyright management information claims but vacated the dismissal of copyright infringement claims, remanding for further proceedings.

Reidy Contracting Group vs. Mt. Hawley Insurance - Insurance Coverage Dispute

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's ruling that Reidy Contracting Group was an additional insured under Mt. Hawley Insurance Company's policy. The court held that the Employers Liability Exclusion was ambiguous and must be construed against Mt. Hawley.