GEICO v. Mayzenberg - Court Opinion on Insurance Reimbursement

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a district court judgment in favor of GEICO in GEICO v. Mayzenberg. The court's decision was based on a certified question answered by the New York Court of Appeals, which held that an insurer cannot deny no-fault benefits based on alleged professional misconduct that does not involve ceding control of a professional services corporation to an unlicensed party.

Sacaza v. City of New York - Qualified Immunity Appeal

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a district court's denial of summary judgment for a New York City detective in a false arrest and malicious prosecution case. The court found that arguable probable cause existed, granting the detective qualified immunity on federal claims.

Jin v. City of New York - Qualified Immunity for False Arrest

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a district court's denial of qualified immunity for NYPD officers in a false arrest lawsuit. The court found that the officers had arguable probable cause to arrest the plaintiff, Guo Hua Jin, on assault charges, and that the district court erred in suggesting a heightened standard for assessing credibility in domestic violence cases.

2nd Circuit: Asylum, Withholding, CAT for Mohamed Sufiyan

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals reviewed a decision by the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) regarding Mohamed Sufiyan's application for asylum, withholding of removal, and Convention Against Torture (CAT) relief. The court granted the petition in part, remanding the case to the BIA to determine Sufiyan's eligibility for asylum and withholding of removal absent the material support bar, while denying review of the CAT claims.

Suarez v. Sullivan - Eighth Amendment Conditions of Confinement and Medical Needs

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a district court's grant of summary judgment in Suarez v. Sullivan. The court found genuine disputes of material fact regarding the plaintiff's Eighth Amendment claims of deliberate indifference to conditions of confinement and medical needs against New York State correctional and mental health officials. The case is remanded for further proceedings.

2nd Circuit Court of Appeals Opinion on Rehearing En Banc Denial

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals has denied a petition for rehearing en banc in consolidated cases involving plaintiffs against The Taliban and the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. While the majority denied the rehearing, several judges dissented, indicating ongoing judicial debate.

Russell v. Scott - Constitutional Rights Violation by Corrections Officer

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the denial of qualified immunity to corrections officer Jason Scott in a case alleging sexual abuse of a pretrial detainee. The court clarified the distinct legal standards for pretrial detainees under the Fourteenth Amendment versus convicted prisoners under the Eighth Amendment, finding Scott's alleged actions violated clearly established constitutional rights.

Leadenhall v Advantage Capital - Preliminary Injunction on Guarantor Assets

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a district court's preliminary injunction freezing guarantor assets in a breach of contract case. The court found that the plaintiffs failed to demonstrate a lien or equitable interest in the guarantors' assets, as required by Supreme Court precedent.

Parker v. Alexander - NY Laws Preempt NYC Violence Protection Law

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals has certified a question to the New York Court of Appeals regarding whether New York State laws (Child Victims Act and Adult Survivors Act) preempt a New York City law (Victims of Gender-Motivated Violence Protection Law). This decision addresses conflicting district court rulings on revival windows for civil claims related to sexual and gender-based violence.

Knapp v. Barclays - Securities Act of 1933 Decision

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's dismissal of claims against Barclays related to exchange-traded notes (ETNs). The court found that a reverse split of ETNs did not constitute a "sale" under the Securities Act of 1933, and investors failed to trace their post-split ETNs to a specific registration statement, thus affirming the dismissal of claims under Sections 11 and 12 of the Act.

Zorn v. Linton - Qualified Immunity in Excessive Force Case

The Supreme Court reversed the Second Circuit's decision, holding that Sergeant Jacob Zorn was entitled to qualified immunity in a lawsuit alleging excessive force during an arrest. The Court found that the force used was not clearly established as unlawful under the Fourth Amendment.

Kino Relaxation Lounge intent to use trademark application filed Mar 21, 2026

Kino Relaxation Lounge intent to use trademark application filed Mar 21, 2026

Maxcure Medical Center Trademark Published for Opposition

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has published the trademark application for "Maxcure Medical Center" for opposition. The application covers a range of medical services, including chronic pain treatment, diagnostics, and physical rehabilitation.

USPTO Trademark Application for Breast Augmentation Procedure

The USPTO has received an intent-to-use trademark application for the mark ENDOPRECISE, intended for use in connection with a breast augmentation procedure. The application was filed on March 20, 2026.

AGHAWK DYNAMICS Trademark Application Filed

The USPTO has received an intent-to-use trademark application for AGHAWK DYNAMICS, filed on March 21, 2026. The application covers services including drone operation, remote measuring for infrastructure, aerial photography and videography, and agricultural spraying and seeding.

USPTO Trademark Publication: Coyote Bodywork

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has published the trademark application for 'Coyote Bodywork' for opposition. The application covers services including massage therapy, bodywork therapy, scraping, percussive, and cupping therapy.

USPTO Trademark Application: Support Animal Registration Services

The USPTO has received an intent-to-use trademark application for online registration services for psychiatric and emotional support animals. The application covers collecting, storing, verifying, and certifying information about various types of animals and their owners, as well as issuing related kits and recommendation letters.

USPTO Trademark Publication: Bochornos & Brunch

The USPTO has published the trademark application for 'Bochornos & Brunch' for opposition. The application covers consulting services in the field of women's health. The publication date is March 21, 2026.

Birdsong Apothecary Trademark Application Filed

The USPTO has received an intent-to-use trademark application for 'Birdsong Apothecary' on March 20, 2026. The application covers vitamin and mineral supplements, herbal supplements, and long-distance energy healing services.

USPTO Intent to Use Trademark Application for Spa Services

The USPTO has received an intent-to-use trademark application (TM99715747) for the mark ATAIA, covering various spa and wellness services. The application was filed on March 20, 2026, with an intended use date of March 21, 2026.

EMINAT Trademark Application Published for Opposition

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has published the trademark application for EMINAT for opposition. The application covers a range of medical and scientific services, including blood collection, medical testing, clinical trials, and research related to pharmaceuticals, genetics, and biotechnology.

Cherished Hands Home Care Trademark Application

The USPTO has received an intent-to-use trademark application from Cherished Hands Home Care for services including home health care, nursing home services, and limited in-home personal medical services. The application was filed on March 20, 2026, with an intended use date of March 21, 2026.

RUNFUELED Trademark Application for Nutrition Services

The USPTO has received an intent-to-use trademark application for "RUNFUELED" on March 20, 2026. The application covers nutrition services, health information, and software related to athletic performance for track and field and running athletes.

USPTO Trademark Publication: HARBOR for Medical Services

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has published the trademark application for 'HARBOR' for opposition. The application covers telemedicine and weight loss program services, with a filing date of March 20, 2026. This publication opens a period for third parties to oppose the trademark registration.

USPTO Trademark Application Published for Opposition: Wellness Services

The USPTO has published a trademark application for "SHE’S MENTALLY PREPARED" for wellness services, including non-medical mental health programs and educational resources. The application was published for opposition on March 21, 2026, following a filing date of March 20, 2026.

SWIMFUELED Trademark Application for Nutrition Plans

The USPTO has received an intent-to-use trademark application for the mark SWIMFUELED. The application covers services related to sports nutrition plans for competitive swimmers, including health information, consulting, and SaaS for personalized fueling plans. The filing date was March 20, 2026.

USPTO Trademark Application for DUMBHEALTH - Medical Services

The USPTO has received an intent-to-use trademark application (TM99716082) from DUMBHEALTH for consultancy services related to healthcare and online e-books on holistic health. The application was filed on March 20, 2026.

USPTO Trademark Application Published for Opposition: Ω METRIX

The USPTO has published the trademark application for 'Ω METRIX' for opposition. The application covers a range of medical, diagnostic, and laboratory services, as well as related apparatus and reagents. The publication date is March 20, 2026.

USPTO Trademark Application Published for Opposition: KENDA

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has published the KENDA trademark application (TM79446146) for opposition. The application seeks to register trademarks for various medical and wellness services, including electrotherapy instruments, health and fitness training, weight loss services, and spa treatments.

USPTO Trademark Application: Orchidée Impériale Longevity Science

The USPTO has published a trademark application for 'Orchidée Impériale Longevity Science' for cosmetic products and beauty services. The application was filed on October 13, 2025, and published for opposition on March 20, 2026.

Grifols Bio Supplies Trademark Publication

The USPTO has published the trademark application "GRIFOLS BIO SUPPLIES" (TM79438455) for opposition. The application covers distributorship services for human-derived biological materials used in pharmaceutical, diagnostic, and research purposes. The publication date is March 20, 2026.

Syremis Therapeutics Trademark Publication

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has published the trademark application for SYREMIS THERAPEUTICS for opposition. The application covers a wide range of services including pharmaceutical research, development, retail, and medical services.

D1NEXUS Trademark Application Published for Opposition

The USPTO has published the D1NEXUS trademark application for opposition. The application covers a broad range of medical and health-related services, including imaging, therapy, and diagnostic screening. The publication marks a step in the trademark registration process, allowing third parties to file objections.

CLARITI Trademark Application Published for Opposition

The USPTO has published the CLARITI trademark application for opposition. The application covers a broad range of services including advertising, business management in healthcare, retail services for healthcare products, and medical services. The publication opens a period for third parties to oppose the trademark registration.

AIRPETS Trademark Application Published for Opposition

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has published the trademark application for "AIRPETS" for opposition. The application covers a wide range of services related to pet travel, care, boarding, and retail of pet-related products.

Ettel's Trademark Application Published for Opposition

The USPTO has published Ettel's trademark application (TM79441907) for opposition. The application covers a range of products including dietary supplements, vitamins, disinfectants, and grooming preparations for animals.

USPTO Trademark Published for Wow Wisdom on Wellbeing

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has published the trademark application for 'Wow Wisdom on Wellbeing' for opposition. The application covers a range of services including education, training, health counseling, and advertising related to wellbeing and hormone balance.

VITAL BELT Trademark Publication for Opposition

The USPTO has published the VITAL BELT trademark application for opposition. This publication marks a step in the trademark registration process, allowing third parties to file objections. The application covers a range of goods including measuring instruments, wearable computers, clothing, and medical services.

USPTO Trademark Application Published for Opposition: ONERA HPSG

The USPTO has published the trademark application for 'ONERA HPSG' for opposition, with a publication date of March 20, 2026. The application covers a wide range of goods and services, including scientific and medical apparatus, software for health monitoring, and medical services.

Medicana Health Group Trademark Application Published

The USPTO has published the trademark application for Medicana Health Group, covering medical, beauty, veterinary, and agricultural services. The application was published for opposition on March 20, 2026, following a filing date of September 9, 2025.

ESAVS Trademark Application Published for Opposition

The USPTO has published the ESAVS trademark application (TM79446026) for opposition, related to veterinary medicine and animal health services. The application was filed on February 3, 2026, and published for opposition on March 20, 2026.

KIOTI CONNECT Trademark Published for Opposition

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has published the trademark application for "KIOTI CONNECT" for opposition. This trademark application covers a wide range of goods and services, including remote control apparatus, computer software for data processing and agricultural machinery management, and various electronic and measuring instruments.

DERMALQUENCH Registered Trademark for Cosmetic Facial Toning Machines

The USPTO has registered the trademark DERMALQUENCH for cosmetic facial toning machines and cosmetic skin care services. The trademark was filed on May 26, 2011, and registered on March 20, 2026.

Paramedics Plus Trademark Registration

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has registered the trademark 'Paramedics Plus' for ambulant medical care services. The trademark was registered on March 20, 2026, under application number TM85605511.

USPTO Trademark Registration: Wellstar TM85618509

The USPTO has registered trademark TM85618509 for Wellstar, covering a broad range of medical and health-related services. The registration was finalized on March 20, 2026, following a filing date of May 7, 2012.

USPTO Trademark Registration for Medical Imaging and Counseling Services

The USPTO has registered trademark TM85658000 for "REVEALING LIFE...AT THE CROSSROADS OF DECISION." This registration covers medical imaging services, specifically mobile ultrasound services, and pregnancy counseling services. The trademark was registered on March 20, 2026, with a filing date of June 21, 2012.

Daydream Voyages Trademark Registration

The USPTO has registered the trademark 'Daydream Voyages' for relaxation therapy services, specifically autogenous training. The trademark was registered on March 20, 2026, with a filing date of December 12, 2013.

USPTO Trademark Application Published for Opposition: ARA PROJECT

The USPTO has published the trademark application for 'ARA PROJECT' for opposition. The application, filed on September 17, 2025, covers design and illustration services, including graphic design, fashion design, and tattooing services. The publication date is March 20, 2026.

CANACADO Trademark Published for Opposition

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has published the CANACADO trademark application for opposition. The application covers goods and services related to avocados, plant cultivation, and nursery services.

ECG Equine Care Group Trademark Published for Opposition

The USPTO has published the trademark application for 'ECG Equine Care Group' for opposition. The application covers a broad range of services including education, veterinary products, medical services, and animal husbandry.