CFHC v. CoreLogic - Fair Housing Act and FCRA Disparate Impact Case

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals ruled on a case involving the Fair Housing Act and FCRA, finding the Connecticut Fair Housing Center lacked standing and that CoreLogic did not cause housing denials based on criminal history. The court affirmed in part, vacated in part, and reversed in part the district court's decision.

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 in aid of foreign litigation under 28 U.S.C. §1782. The court found that the district court did not abuse its discretion in allowing limited discovery from Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP for use in proceedings in the European Union and Malta.

US v. Cardenas - Cocaine Import Conspiracy Conviction Vacated

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 criminal intent, potentially impacting his defense. The case is remanded for further proceedings.

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

The Second Circuit affirmed a district court's decision reducing Mar-Can Transportation Company's ERISA withdrawal liability by $1.8 million. The ruling clarifies the interpretation of "unfunded vested benefits" under 29 U.S.C. § 1415(c) when employees switch unions.

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 affiliated health care facilities. The facilities challenged NLRB proceedings for alleged unfair labor practices, arguing the ALJ was improperly appointed. The appellate court found the plaintiffs could not demonstrate irreparable harm, thus affirming the denial of injunctive relief.

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