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Apr 15 2026
11th Cir. 1:21-cv-04531-TWT Per Curiam

K. JEFF CARNEY, M.D., PHARM.D v. EMORY UNIVERSITY

The Eleventh Circuit affirmed summary judgment for Emory University, holding that requiring a physician to undergo leadership coaching did not constitute a prohibited medical examination under the ADA. The court reasoned that the record failed to support a reasonable inference that the coaching involved inquiries into physical or mental impairments.

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Apr 15 2026
Fed. Cir. 26-1407 Panel Decision

Celli v. New York City

The Federal Circuit granted a motion to transfer an employment discrimination appeal to the Second Circuit, concluding that the Second Circuit possesses proper venue jurisdiction over the case. The Federal Circuit determined it lacks subject matter jurisdiction for this civil rights dispute involving New York City entities.

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Apr 14 2026
6th Cir. 25-1679 Published

Denis McCormick and Farm2Day, LLC v. Merlo S.p.A. Industria Metalmeccanica and Merlo America, LLC

The Sixth Circuit reversed the dismissal of a tortious interference claim, holding that the plaintiff plausibly alleged the defendant induced a breach of business relationships through fraudulent assurances. However, the court affirmed the dismissal of a statutory dealer protection claim and the denial of leave to amend due to insufficient factual pleadings.

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Apr 14 2026
6th Cir. 25-1277 Published

Culton v. Unifi Aviation, LLC

The Sixth Circuit affirmed the district court's denial of an extension to file a notice of appeal under Federal Rule of Appellate Procedure 4(a)(5). The court held that the plaintiff failed to establish excusable neglect because three of her four attorneys received filing notifications and missed the deadline despite the lead counsel's pregnancy.

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Apr 14 2026
Fed. Cir. 25-1944 Panel Decision

Elizabeth J. Martin v. Department of Veterans Affairs

The Federal Circuit affirmed the Merit Systems Protection Board's denial of an enforcement petition, holding that the Department of Veterans Affairs complied with a 2015 settlement agreement by removing specific disciplinary records from the petitioner's Official Personnel File. The court further ruled that the subsequent disclosure of those records during unrelated litigation did not constitute a breach absent proof that the agency provided the documents to third parties.

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Apr 14 2026
5th Cir. 25-20297 Per Curiam

Thomas v. Steiner

The Fifth Circuit affirmed the district court's grant of summary judgment against Babu K. Thomas, holding that he failed to provide sufficient evidence to support his claims of employment discrimination and retaliation. The court ruled that Thomas's termination was based on unexcused absences and a failure to provide medical documentation, rather than his protected status or activities.

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Apr 10 2026
United States Court… 24-5201 Panel Decision

SUSAN QASHU, PH.D v. MARCO RUBIO

The D.C. Circuit affirmed summary judgment for the State Department, ruling that it provided reasonable accommodations and that its decision not to renew a fellow's position was based on legitimate, non-discriminatory reasons. The court found no evidence of pretext or bad faith in the interactive process required under the Rehabilitation Act.

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Apr 10 2026
10th Cir. 4:24-CV-00615-CVE-JFJ Panel Decision

EMIT BALL v. WALMART INC

The Tenth Circuit affirmed the dismissal of Emit Ball's employment discrimination claims because he failed to file required administrative charges within the statutory deadlines. The court rejected arguments for equitable tolling and the continuing violation doctrine, holding that the employment relationship's end precluded such exceptions.

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Apr 10 2026
11th Cir. 0:25-cv-60070-WPD Per Curiam

MARIE DORIVAL v. COLE, SCOTT & KISSANE ANDREA GUNDERSEN

The Eleventh Circuit affirmed the dismissal of a Title VII hostile work environment claim, ruling that a single racially charged remark by a partner was not severe or pervasive enough to alter the conditions of employment. The court further held that the plaintiff's additional allegations were too vague to survive dismissal and that the district court did not abuse its discretion in denying leave to file a second amended complaint.

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