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Civil

Every decision we've filed under Civil.

State of New York v. Trump

The First Circuit affirmed a preliminary injunction blocking a categorical freeze of federal financial assistance by federal agencies but vacated the portion of the order mandating immediate disbursement of funds. The court held that while the freeze was likely arbitrary and capricious under the Administrative Procedure Act, the district court lacked jurisdiction under the Tucker Act to order direct monetary payments for contractual grant obligations.

Civil Labor Preliminary Injunction

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Mar 16 2026

6th Cir. 25-5662 Published

THE ESTATE OF JEREMY MARR, by and through JOANNA MARR, its Administrator and JOANNA MARR v. CITY OF GLASGOW, KENTUCKY, CITY OF GLASGOW POLICE DEPARTMENT GUY JOSEPH TURCOTTE

The Sixth Circuit affirmed summary judgment for police officers and the City of Glasgow, holding that the officers were entitled to qualified immunity when using force against a drug-intoxicated suspect who actively resisted arrest. The court ruled that the use of a taser and knee strikes did not violate clearly established law because the suspect was struggling and refusing to comply with commands.

Civil Civil Rights - Section 1983 Qualified Immunity Summary Judgment

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Mar 16 2026

9th Cir. 2:24-cv-01348-CDS-EJY Unanimous

Kasey Carroll v. S. Corsaro, et al.

The Ninth Circuit affirmed the dismissal of a pro se plaintiff's civil rights lawsuit because he failed to comply with district court orders. The court held that the district court acted within its discretion under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 41(b) and that the plaintiff waived any objections to the magistrate judge's report by failing to raise them.

Civil Civil Rights - Section 1983

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Mar 16 2026

9th Cir. 2:23-cv-00926-MTL-- Unpublished

Randy Carl Eiland v. Dwayne Sigmon

The Ninth Circuit affirmed the dismissal of a prisoner's substantive due process claim, holding that his allegations failed to state a plausible violation of constitutional rights. The court reiterated that government conduct must shock the conscience or interfere with rights implicit in ordered liberty to constitute a substantive due process violation.

Civil Civil Rights - Section 1983

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Mar 16 2026

1st Cir. 25-1236 Panel Decision

State of New York v. Trump

The First Circuit affirmed a preliminary injunction blocking the federal government's categorical freeze on obligated financial assistance to states, ruling the action arbitrary and capricious under the Administrative Procedure Act. The court vacated the portion of the injunction requiring direct monetary payments, citing the Supreme Court's recent rulings on the Tucker Act and sovereign immunity.

Civil Labor Standing

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Mar 16 2026

4th Cir. 25-1791 Panel Decision

S.W. v. Pressley Ridge

The Fourth Circuit affirmed the dismissal of a sexual abuse survivor's state-law tort claims against a residential treatment facility, ruling they were time-barred under West Virginia's two-year statute of limitations. The court clarified that the state's tolling statute for intentional concealment does not apply to claims based on negligent supervision or hiring.

Civil Forfeiture / Penalty Statute of Limitations

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Mar 16 2026

7th Cir. 25-1049 Panel Decision

MOHAMED IBRAHIM HASSAN v. PAMELA J. BONDI, Attorney General of the United States

The Seventh Circuit certified a question of Kentucky state law to the Kentucky Supreme Court to determine if a state conviction for receiving stolen property categorically matches the federal definition of an aggravated felony. The court could not discern whether the state statute requires subjective knowledge of the stolen nature of the property, which is a mandatory element under federal immigration law.

Civil Immigration (Civil)

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Mar 16 2026

9th Cir. 2:24-cv-00781-MTL-- Unpublished

RANDY CARL EILAND v. TAD MENDEZ, Discipline Hearing Officer at Saguaro Correctional Center; A MORROW, Discipline Hearing Officer at Saguaro Correctional Center

The Ninth Circuit affirmed the dismissal of a pro se prisoner's civil rights lawsuit alleging due process violations in prison disciplinary proceedings. The court held that the plaintiff failed to allege facts sufficient to state a plausible claim, even under the liberal construction required for pro se filings.

Civil Civil Rights - Section 1983

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Mar 16 2026

10th Cir. 2:25-CV-02151-JWL Panel Decision

Michael A. Hudson v. Frank Bisignano, Commissioner of Social Security

The Tenth Circuit affirmed the district court's dismissal of Michael Hudson's claims against the Social Security Commissioner because the appellant failed to prosecute previous appeals and offered no arguments challenging the lower court's ruling. The court held it lacked jurisdiction to review prior district court decisions and found no legal basis for the requested FICA tax refunds or damages.

Civil Res Judicata Social Security

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Mar 16 2026

7th Cir. 25-1824 Panel Decision

PATRICK M. HARTNETT and DANIEL J. HARTNETT as Successor Trustees of the Lorrayne B. Hartnett Trust dated June 27, 1984 v. JACKSON NATIONAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY

The Seventh Circuit affirmed summary judgment for an insurance company, holding that a Nursing Care Policy does not provide home health care benefits under Illinois regulations. The court ruled that the policy's alternative plan of care provision is discretionary and does not trigger state protections designed for policies that affirmatively guarantee home care.

Civil Securities Summary Judgment

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