A.T. v. Arthur Montgomery - Lead Poisoning Case

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a lower court's decision granting summary judgment to a landlord in a lead poisoning case. The court found that the plaintiff's claims were dismissed due to insufficient evidence and procedural issues.

State of New Jersey v. Johnny Santiago - Criminal Procedure

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed an order suppressing a defendant's recorded statement, finding his waiver of Miranda rights was not knowing, intelligent, and voluntary. The court's decision is non-precedential and applies only to the parties involved.

Toorak Capital Partners LLC v. Hanoch Dov Feldman - Court Opinion

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division reversed a lower court's decision to enter default judgment against defendants in a case involving alleged violations of the Uniform Voidable Transactions Act. The court found that the trial court improperly entered default judgment and remanded the case for further proceedings.

Honeywell International Inc. v. Satec Inc. - Environmental Remediation Dispute

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division reviewed a dispute between Honeywell International Inc. and Satec Inc. concerning environmental remediation obligations under a 2009 Settlement Agreement. The court affirmed, with modifications, an order that denied Satec's motion to compel arbitration for certain claims while also addressing Honeywell's cross-appeal regarding access and remediation.

Mar-Can Transport vs Pension Fund - ERISA Withdrawal Liability

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court ruling, directing the Local 854 Pension Fund to reduce Mar-Can Transportation Company's withdrawal liability by $1.8 million. The decision clarifies the interpretation of an ERISA provision concerning the transfer of assets and liabilities when an employer switches multiemployer pension plans.

US v. Cardenas - Cocaine Import Conspiracy Appeal

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.

United States v. Aryeetey - Conviction Appeal Affirmation

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

Matusak v. Daminski - Excessive Force and Qualified Immunity Appeal

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's decision granting qualified immunity to two Monroe County Sheriff's Office deputies. The court found that while the jury determined excessive force was used, the officers' belief that the suspect posed a threat was objectively reasonable, and no clearly established law prohibited their actions.

Reidy Contracting Group v. Mt. Hawley Insurance - Additional Insured Status

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's decision, holding that Reidy Contracting Group 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 Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP - Discovery for Foreign Litigation

The Second Circuit affirmed a District Court order granting SBK ART LLC's petition for discovery under 28 U.S.C. §1782 in aid of foreign litigation. The court held that the law firm Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP must produce documents and testimony for use in European proceedings, disagreeing with the firm's argument that such discovery should be limited to what is discoverable from their client abroad.