NYLJ Eastern District Roundup
Posted: November 13, 2024 / Written by: Samuel L. Butt, Thomas A. Kissane / Category NYLJ Eastern District Roundup
FOIA Claims Dismissed, New Trial Granted and Qui Tam Claims
This column reports on several recent significant decisions from the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York. Judge Natasha C. Merle dismissed claims based on res judicata. Judge Frederic Block granted a motion for a new trial due to an excessive damage award. And Judge Brian M. Cogan dismissed qui tam claims under the False Claims Act for lack of subject matter jurisdiction.