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.

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.

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.

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.