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Second Circuit reverses ruling in religious discrimination case involving COVID vaccination
A federal appeals court overruled a lower court ruling in a religious discrimination case after the plaintiff was terminated for failing to comply with a COVID-19 vaccination requirement.
Genesee Valley Club to pay $1.05M to settle federal case
The Genesee Valley Club has agreed to pay $1.05 million to resolve allegations that it improperly obtained a PPP loan from the SBA, which it was not eligible to receive.
Major Rochester-area auto dealer accused of fraud in federal loan program
The owner of one of the Rochester area’s largest automotive dealership groups has been accused of fraudulently obtaining $7.4 million in COVID pandemic-era loans from the federal government.
Breach of warranty complaint dismissed over statute of limitations
A New York appeals court has reversed a lower court and dismissed a breach of warranty complaint because the statute of limitations expired.
Mary C. Loewenguth retiring as federal NY court clerk
Mary C. Loewenguth retired as court clerk for the U.S. District Court, Western District of New York, and her successor was appointed.
Suburban office market rebounds as Class B space gains demand
Suburban Rochester office leasing is showing renewed momentum, with Class B space seeing strong demand as tenants prioritize convenience.
Niagara County pair sentenced for COVID fraud
Two Niagara County men were each sentenced to at least 14 months in prison for defrauding COVID-relief programs.
Foreign firms pay $1.75M to settle PPP false claims case
Two foreign-controlled companies agreed to pay $1.75 million to resolve allegations related to the federal Paycheck Protection Program loans.
Durst Image Technology pays $1.8M to settle PPP loan case
Durst Image Technology will pay $1.8M to settle allegations that it improperly obtained PPP loans during the COVID-19 pandemic.
NY appeals court upholds discipline of worker over COVID vaccine
A state appeals court overturned a lower court ruling in favor of a state worker who failed to get a COVID-19 vaccination.
Judge weighs revoking release in COVID loan fraud case
A federal judge reserved decision on a motion to revoke or modify the release of a Rochester businesswoman facing fraud and other charges.
NY appeals court reverses decision in hospital negligence case
A New York appeals court has reversed a lower court ruling and ordered a hospital to provide medical records to a couple suing for negligence.
Case Digests
- Second Circuit – Long-arm jurisdiction: Northwell Health Inc. v. Group Hospitalization and Medical Services Inc.
- Fourth Department – Motor vehicle accident: Thurston v. Howard
- Western District Case Notes
- Fourth Department – Disclosure: People v. Smith
- Second Circuit – Petition for bail: Fulton v. Mullin
- Fourth Department – Breach of lease agreement: Three Buds, LLC v. NCTBP Calabrese LLC
- Second Circuit – Expert testimony: Rutledge v. Walgreen Co.; Phippen v. Walgreen Co.
- Second Circuit – Congestion pricing: County of Rockland v. Triborough Bridge & Tunnel Auth.
- Fourth Department – Apartment search: People v. Shaw
- Fourth Department – Vicarious liability: Sarah R. v. Crouse Health Hospital
- Fourth Department – Waiver of indictment: People v. Schindler
Law News
- New York sues Kalshi, says its prediction markets are illegal gambling
- Police investigate alleged misappropriation of Walworth Fire Department funds
- New trial granted for defendant unhappy with their attorney
- NY appellate court reinstates medical malpractice case
- NY appeals court reinstates slip-and-fall lawsuit
- Charter Communications must pay penalty for retaliation against employee
- Webster resident named to lead national court reporter group
- NY appeals court affirms rape conviction, rejects speedy trial claim