Rahman v. Ayoubi - Appeal of Anti-SLAPP Motion Denial

The California Court of Appeal affirmed the denial of an anti-SLAPP motion in Rahman v. Ayoubi. The court found sufficient evidence that the respondent had a probability of prevailing on the merits of his claim, despite a potential misapplication of a legal rule by the trial court. The case involves an appeal from an order denying a special motion to strike.

People v. Rios - California Court of Appeal Opinion

The California Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District, Division Two, issued a non-precedential opinion in the case of People v. Rios. The court affirmed the trial court's decision to deny the defendant's petition for resentencing under Penal Code section 1172.6.

Sisti v. Callahan - Family Law Appeal

The California Court of Appeal affirmed a lower court's order denying a mother's request for an evidentiary hearing to modify child custody and visitation orders. The non-precedential opinion was filed on March 3, 2026.

In re Renteria - Habeas Corpus

The California Court of Appeal denied a petition for a writ of habeas corpus filed by Luis Renteria. Renteria argued his reincarceration for a parole violation violated cruel and unusual punishment clauses and that the Board of Parole Hearings failed to consider relevant factors. The court found both claims lacked merit.

In re S.Y. - Juvenile Dependency Case Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District, affirmed a juvenile court's disposition order in the case of In re S.Y. The father appealed, arguing insufficient evidence supported his case plan, but the court found no error. The case involves juvenile dependency proceedings and reunification services.

Sorokunov v. NetApp, Inc. - California Court of Appeal Opinion

The California Court of Appeal affirmed a lower court's decision compelling arbitration and confirming an award in favor of NetApp, Inc. The court found that the plaintiff, Alexander Sorokunov, lacked standing to pursue his Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) claim due to the arbitration award.

People v. Saucedo - Criminal Appeal on Fines

The California Court of Appeal filed an opinion in People v. Saucedo, concerning a criminal appeal. The court reversed and remanded the case solely for reconsideration of restitution and parole revocation fines, as the trial court imposed them without considering the defendant's ability to pay.

N.L. v. Superior Court - Writ Review of Juvenile Order

The California Court of Appeal denied a petition for writ review concerning a juvenile court order terminating reunification services for a mother and setting a selection and implementation hearing for her two children. The court cited non-precedential status and incorporated prior findings.

Kuhns v. Meta Platforms, Inc. - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, Kuhns v. Meta Platforms, Inc., was filed on March 3, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, bearing number 3:26-cv-01818, is based on diversity jurisdiction and involves personal injury and product liability claims.

CPG Management Co. LLC and Christopher Scott Reid - Consent Order

The Washington State Department of Financial Institutions issued a consent order against CPG Management Co. LLC and Christopher Scott Reid for alleged violations of the Securities Act of Washington. The order settles alleged misconduct related to investment advisory services and private investment funds.

CPUC Advocates for California Electricity Customers at FERC

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) issued a notice detailing its advocacy efforts at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to protect California electricity customers. The CPUC's participation in FERC proceedings has reportedly saved ratepayers over $5 billion in transmission costs.

CSA Disarms Over 7,500 Fake Investment and Crypto Scam Websites

The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) announced the deactivation of over 7,586 fake investment and crypto scam websites targeting Canadians between June 2025 and February 2026. This initiative highlights the CSA's ongoing efforts to combat online investment fraud using regulatory and technological tools.

State AGs Oppose SBA Rule Undermining Disaster Laws

California Attorney General Rob Bonta led a coalition of 20 state attorneys general in filing a comment letter opposing the U.S. Small Business Administration's interim final rule. The rule would preempt state and local permitting requirements following declared disasters, allowing contractors to self-certify compliance with building codes.

State AGs Demand GoFundMe Prove Removal of Plagiarized Charity Pages

California and 21 other state Attorneys General sent a letter to GoFundMe demanding proof that the platform has removed all unauthorized donation web pages created using charities' information without their consent. The coalition has given GoFundMe 14 days to provide this proof and disclose further information.

AG Bonta Supports Washington State Anti-Discrimination Law

California Attorney General Rob Bonta joined 13 other state attorneys general in filing an amicus brief supporting Washington State's motion for rehearing en banc. The brief opposes a Ninth Circuit panel's ruling that weakened a Washington State law prohibiting employment discrimination based on sexual orientation, arguing it harms states' ability to protect residents.

Towbin v. Fuller - Orleans Clerk Case Affirmed

The Louisiana Court of Appeal affirmed a lower court's decision in Towbin v. Fuller, concerning a clerk of court. The case involved multiple dissents from the appellate judges, indicating significant disagreement on the interpretation of evidence and prior case law.

Andrew Bradley Towbin v. John T. Fuller - Louisiana Court of Appeal

The Louisiana Court of Appeal reviewed a case involving candidate qualification requirements. The court affirmed a lower court decision, with multiple judges dissenting on the interpretation of statutory language regarding previous tax years for certification.

Towbin v. Fuller - Court Opinion

The Louisiana Court of Appeal issued an opinion in Towbin v. Fuller, affirming a lower court's disposition. The case involves a dispute over a five-year tax period, with multiple judges dissenting on various points of law and procedure.

Lirette v. Adams - Appeals Dismissed

The Louisiana Court of Appeal dismissed appeals in the Lirette v. Adams case. The court's disposition means the prior rulings regarding insurance coverage and a reduction in damages stand. This decision concludes the appellate phase for these specific appeals.

Towbin v. Fuller and Lombard - Judicial Candidate Disqualification

The Louisiana Court of Appeal affirmed a district court judgment regarding the disqualification of a judicial candidate, John T. Fuller. The case, Towbin v. Fuller and Lombard, involves an election matter concerning the candidate's eligibility for Criminal District Court. Multiple judges dissented from the majority opinion.

Lirette v. Adams - Appeals Dismissed

The Louisiana Court of Appeal for the Fourth Circuit dismissed appeals in Lirette v. Adams, involving State Farm, Geico, and Axis Ventures. The disposition indicates that the appeals were dismissed, with one judge concurring in the result. This ruling concludes the appellate proceedings for the cases consolidated under docket numbers 2025-CA-0650, 2025-CA-0651, 2025-CA-0708, and 2025-CA-0710.

Andrew Bradley Towbin v. John T. Fuller - Judicial Candidacy Qualifications

The Louisiana Court of Appeal affirmed a decision regarding judicial candidacy qualifications in the case of Andrew Bradley Towbin v. John T. Fuller. The court's disposition involved multiple dissenting opinions concerning the interpretation of eligibility requirements for a district judgeship.

State of Louisiana v. A.N. - Child Custody Appeal

The Louisiana Court of Appeal affirmed a juvenile court's dispositional judgment placing a child, A.N., in the custody of the Department of Children and Family Services until her eighteenth birthday. The decision stems from a child in need of care proceeding following the death of A.N.'s sibling and pending criminal charges against the parents.

9w Halo v. Ador - Tax Exemption for Processing Operations

The Arizona Supreme Court ruled in 9w Halo OPCO, LP v. Arizona Department of Revenue that machinery used in processing operations, which changes a product's marketability, is exempt from use tax under A.R.S. § 42-5159(B)(1). The court reversed and remanded the case, clarifying that downstream transactions are irrelevant to this exemption.

Rivers v. Person - Partition and Sale Dispute

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division reviewed a lower court's decision regarding a partition and sale of a jointly owned property. The appellate court reversed the denial of a motion to vacate a default judgment against the defendants, remanding the case for further proceedings.

Paterson Firefighters Association v. City of Paterson - Labor Dispute

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division reversed a trial court's decision, reinstating an arbitration award that compelled the City of Paterson to pay the full costs of dental health insurance for Paterson Firefighters Association members. The court found the award was consistent with the parties' collective negotiation agreement and subsequent memorandum of agreement.

State of New Jersey v. Kelvin Williams - Criminal Appeal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division issued an opinion in State of New Jersey v. Kelvin Williams. The court affirmed the defendant's convictions for sexual assault but vacated the sentence, remanding for resentencing due to insufficient reasoning on mitigating factors and potential merger of convictions.

Howard Zlotkin v. Board of Trustees - Pension Forfeiture Appeal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division reversed a Board of Trustees decision to forfeit 10% of a teacher's pension. The court found the Board failed to act within the statutory timeframe to modify the Administrative Law Judge's initial decision, reinstating the ALJ's recommendation for a reduced forfeiture.

John W. Myers v. Wronko Loewen Benucci - Legal Malpractice Appeal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a lower court's decision dismissing a legal malpractice claim. The court found the plaintiff's arguments unconvincing and upheld the dismissal of all claims without prejudice.

New Jersey Superior Court Opinion on Guardianship of J.F.F.

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a lower court's judgment terminating parental rights of G.R.F. to his daughter, J.F.F. The appeal focused on the psychologist's testimony and evaluation, which the appellant argued were flawed and deprived him of due process.

Tomaselli v. Petco - Workers' Compensation Lien Dispute

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a lower court's decision that Petco waived its workers' compensation lien rights. The court found Petco's acceptance of a settlement amount constituted a clear waiver of its rights under N.J.S.A. 34:15-40.

90 Hackensack Ave, LLC v. Aponte Service Station, LLC - Breach of Contract

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a jury's verdict finding Scander LLC and Bassem Scander liable for breach of contract, breach of the implied covenants of good faith and fair dealing, and fraudulent misrepresentation concerning the sale of a gas station. The jury awarded compensatory and punitive damages.

Higher Breed NJ LLC v. City of Burlington - Cannabis Retailer License

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division ruled that the City of Burlington Common Council must provide a reason for denying an application for a resolution of local support for a cannabis retailer license. The court affirmed in part, vacated in part, and remanded the case for further proceedings.

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 Roldan's defense of lacking criminal intent, remanding the case for further proceedings.

United States 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.

B.B. v. Hochul - Child Welfare Certification Rights

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that fourteen children have standing to sue New York over its child welfare certification scheme, which denied relatives certification due to criminal history or child abuse reports. The court reversed in part and affirmed in part, remanding the case for further proceedings.

Broadcast Music v. North American Concert Promoters - Antitrust

The Second Circuit vacated a district court's decision in Broadcast Music, Inc. v. North American Concert Promoters Association, finding the imposed licensing rates and revenue base definition unreasonable. The court remanded the case for further proceedings, impacting how music licensing fees are determined for concert promoters.

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 for alleged unfair labor practices, arguing the ALJ's appointment was invalid due to a non-quorum NLRB and unconstitutional protections against presidential removal. The appellate court found the plaintiffs failed to demonstrate irreparable harm.

Pinilla Perez v. Bondi - Immigration Law

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals granted a petition challenging the Board of Immigration Appeals' denial of a motion to reopen removal proceedings. The court found the BIA provided insufficient reasons for denying equitable tolling of the 90-day filing deadline.

United States v. Woods - Competency and Hospitalization

The Second Circuit affirmed a district court's order extending a defendant's hospitalization beyond the initial four-month period while the government decided on civil commitment. The court clarified the application of 18 U.S.C. § 4241(d)(2)(B) regarding extended hospitalization for defendants found incompetent to stand trial.

Duke v. Luxottica - ERISA Retirement Plan Class Action

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals ruled on a class action lawsuit against Luxottica regarding its retirement plan. The court held that a former employee has standing to seek plan reformation but not monetary payments to the plan, and that the effective vindication doctrine precludes mandatory arbitration of claims on behalf of the plan.

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

The Second Circuit affirmed a district court's decision holding that Reidy Contracting Group LLC was an additional insured under Mt. Hawley Insurance Company's policy. The court found that the Employers Liability Exclusion was ambiguous and must be construed against Mt. Hawley.

SBK ART LLC v. Akin Gump - Discovery for Foreign Litigation

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's order granting SBK ART LLC's petition for discovery in aid of foreign litigation under 28 U.S.C. §1782. The court disagreed with Akin Gump's argument that discovery should be denied if not discoverable from the foreign client.

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

The Second Circuit affirmed a district court's decision in Mar-Can Transport Co. v. Local 854 Pension Fund, reducing Mar-Can's ERISA withdrawal liability by $1.8 million. The ruling clarifies the interpretation of a key ERISA provision regarding the calculation of withdrawal liability when an employer changes pension plans due to union representation changes.

US v. Jimenez - 105 Months Prison for Ammunition Possession

The Second Circuit affirmed a district court's sentence of 105 months imprisonment and three years of supervised release for William Jimenez, who pleaded guilty to possessing ammunition after a felony conviction. The court upheld special conditions of supervised release, including electronic device searches and mandatory mental health counseling.

Lanesborough v. Nextres, LLC - Arbitration Award Appeal

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals reviewed a district court's decision regarding an arbitration award between Lanesborough 2000, LLC and Nextres, LLC. The court affirmed in part the partial confirmation of the award and the award of prejudgment interest, but vacated in part the injunction of a state-court proceeding due to potential conflict with the Anti-Injunction Act.

Safdieh v. Commissioner - Tax Penalty 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. The court remanded the case for further proceedings.

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 claims regarding false copyright management information but vacated the dismissal of copyright infringement claims, remanding for further proceedings on DMCA safe harbor issues.

Connecticut Fair Housing Center v. CoreLogic Rental Property Solutions - Fair Housing Act

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated in part, affirmed in part, and reversed in part a lower court decision concerning CoreLogic Rental Property Solutions. The court found the Connecticut Fair Housing Center lacked standing and that CoreLogic did not violate the Fair Housing Act regarding disparate impact claims, but did violate the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

United States v. Boria cocaine conspiracy firearm possession appeal

United States v. Boria cocaine conspiracy firearm possession appeal