December 23, 2025, opinions

Willett, J. (Elrod, Richman, Willett) (no oral argument), qualified immunity Vacating denial of qualified immunity summary judgment motion by defendant assistant medical examiner, and remanding for reconsideration under correct standard for deliberate indifference. Noel Dean sued Dr. Darshan Phatak under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, alleging that Phatak deliberately fabricated an autopsy report that helped lead … More December 23, 2025, opinions

December 22, 2025, opinions

Designated for publication Richman, J. (Smith, Dennis, Richman) (oral argument), immigration Denying Mexican citizen’s petition for review of BIA’s order of removal. The Fifth Circuit denied Campuzano’s petition for review of the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) challenging his removal order. Campuzano, a Mexican citizen and lawful permanent resident, was placed in removal proceedings after … More December 22, 2025, opinions