| Date Filed | # | Docket Text |
|---|---|---|
| 03/19/2024 | 1517 | Objection Plaintiffs’ Objections to Defendant CACI Premier Technology Inc.’s Cross-Designations from Taguba and Jones-Fay Reports filed by Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari, Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili, Sa’ad Hamza Hantoosh Al-Zuba’e. (Citronberg, Cary) (Entered: 03/19/2024) |
| 03/18/2024 | 1516 | ORDER granting 1509 Motion for Electronic Device Application. Signed by District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema on 3/18/2024. (see order for details) (dvanm) (Entered: 03/18/2024) |
| 03/16/2024 | 1515 | Objection to 1513 Rule 26 Disclosure of supplemental trial exhibits filed by CACI Premier Technology, Inc. (O’Connor, John) (Entered: 03/16/2024) |
| 03/16/2024 | 1514 | Rule 26 Disclosure by CACI Premier Technology, Inc. (O’Connor, John) (Entered: 03/16/2024) |
| 03/15/2024 | 1513 | Rule 26 Disclosure by Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari, Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili, Asa’ad Hamza Hanfoosh Al-Zuba’e. (Citronberg, Cary) (Entered: 03/15/2024) |
| 03/15/2024 | 1512 | Plaintiff’s Exhibits for Steve Stefanowicz Deposition Received. 2 binders given to CRD. (dvanm, ) (Entered: 03/15/2024) |
| 03/15/2024 | 1510 | Memorandum in Opposition re 1487 MOTION for Reconsideration re 1184 Order on Motion to Dismiss/Lack of Jurisdiction,,, Order on Motion for Summary Judgment,,,,, 1183 Memorandum Opinion of the Court’s Order Declining to Dismiss Based on Derivative Sovereign Immunity filed by Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari, Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili, Asa’ad Hamza Hanfoosh Al-Zuba’e. (Citronberg, Cary) (Entered: 03/15/2024) |
| 03/14/2024 | 1511 | Defendants Exhibit for Steve Stefanowicz Desposition Received. 3 binders given to chambers. (dvanm) Modified to correct text on 3/15/2024 (dvanm). (Entered: 03/15/2024) |
| 03/14/2024 | 1509 | MOTION for Electronic Device Application by CACI Premier Technology, Inc. (O’Connor, John) (Entered: 03/14/2024) |
| 03/14/2024 | 1508 | NOTICE by CACI Premier Technology, Inc of cross-designations from the Taguba Report (O’Connor, John) (Entered: 03/14/2024) |
| 03/13/2024 | 1507 | MOTION for Electronic Device Application by Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari, Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili, Asa’ad Hamza Hanfoosh Al-Zuba’e. (Citronberg, Cary) (Entered: 03/13/2024) |
| 03/12/2024 | 1506 | Sealed Response/Reply/Opposition re 1502 Response. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit 2)(O’Connor, John) (Entered: 03/12/2024) |
| 03/12/2024 | 1505 | Notice of Filing Sealing Motion LCvR5(C) by CACI Premier Technology, Inc re 1503 Consent MOTION to Seal (O’Connor, John) (Entered: 03/12/2024) |
| 03/12/2024 | 1504 | Memorandum in Support re 1503 Consent MOTION to Seal filed by CACI Premier Technology, Inc. (O’Connor, John) (Entered: 03/12/2024) |
| 03/12/2024 | 1503 | Consent MOTION to Seal by CACI Premier Technology, Inc. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order)(O’Connor, John) (Entered: 03/12/2024) |
| 03/12/2024 | 1502 | Response to 1497 NOTICE filed by CACI Premier Technology, Inc. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit 1, # 2 Exhibit 3, # 3 Exhibit 4, # 4 Exhibit 5, # 5 Exhibit 6, # 6 Exhibit 7)(O’Connor, John) (Entered: 03/12/2024) |
| 03/11/2024 | 1501 | Memorandum in Support re 1499 Consent MOTION to Seal Exhibit B to Dkt. No. 1497 filed by UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. (Wetzler, Lauren) (Entered: 03/11/2024) |
| 03/11/2024 | 1500 | Sealed Attachment/Exhibit(s) re 1499 Consent MOTION to Seal Exhibit B to Dkt. No. 1497. (Wetzler, Lauren) (Entered: 03/11/2024) |
| 03/11/2024 | 1499 | Consent MOTION to Seal Exhibit B to Dkt. No. 1497 by UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. (Attachments: # 1 Proposed Order)(Wetzler, Lauren) (Entered: 03/11/2024) |
| 03/11/2024 | 1498 | Notice of Filing Sealing Motion LCvR5(C) by UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (Wetzler, Lauren) (Entered: 03/11/2024) |
| 03/11/2024 | 1497 | NOTICE by UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Regarding Assertion of State Secrets Privilege (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A, # 2 Exhibit B)(Wetzler, Lauren) (Entered: 03/11/2024) |
| 03/11/2024 | 1496 | NOTICE by CACI Premier Technology, Inc of cross-designations from Jones-Fay Report (O’Connor, John) (Entered: 03/11/2024) |
| 03/05/2024 | 1495 | ORDERED that the parties judiciously minimize any overlap in the admissible excerpts before seeking their admission during trial. Signed by District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema on 03/05/2024. (see order for details)(dvanm) (Entered: 03/05/2024) |
| 03/05/2024 | Set Deadlines as to 1487 MOTION for Reconsideration in re 1184 Order on Motion to Dismiss. Motion Hearing set for 3/29/2024 at 10:00 AM in Alexandria Courtroom 700 before District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema. (jlan) (Entered: 03/05/2024) | |
| 03/04/2024 | 1494 | TRANSCRIPT of motions hearing held on 3-1-24, before Judge Leonie M. Brinkema, Court Reporter Stephanie Austin, Telephone number 571-298-1649. NOTICE RE REDACTION OF TRANSCRIPTS:The parties have thirty(30) calendar days to file with the Court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript will be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days. The policy is located on our website at www.vaed.uscourts.gov Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the court reporter before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER Redaction Request due 4/3/2024. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 5/6/2024. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 6/3/2024.(Austin, Stephanie) (Entered: 03/04/2024) |
| 03/01/2024 | 1493 | Notice of Hearing Date (Amended) set for March 29, 2024 re 1487 MOTION for Reconsideration re 1184 Order on Motion to Dismiss/Lack of Jurisdiction,,, Order on Motion for Summary Judgment,,,,, 1183 Memorandum Opinion of the Court’s Order Declining to Dismiss Based on Derivative Sovereign Immunity |
| 03/01/2024 | 1492 | ORDERED that defendant re-notice the hearing on its Motion for Reconsideration for Friday, March 29, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. in Courtroom 700. Signed by District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema on 3/1/2024. (tran) (Entered: 03/01/2024) |
| 03/01/2024 | 1491 | ORDER: For the reasons stated in open court, defendant’s Motion in Limine to Exclude Deposition Testimony 1205 and Motion in Limine to Exclude Inadmissible Exhibits 1218 are HELD IN ABEYANCE, and defendant’s Motion in Limine to Exclude Inadmissible Testimony by Dr. Stephen N. Xenakis 1188 and Motion to Strike the Revised Expert Report and Exclude Testimony by Dr. Modvig 1479 are DENIED. Accordingly, it is hereby ORDERED that if the parties are unable to stipulate as to the conduct that qualifies as torture or cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment, defendant may designate an expert on this issue and must provide notice of the expert and the expert’s report to plaintiffs no later than Monday, April 8, 2024. Signed by District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema on 3/1/2024. (tran) (Entered: 03/01/2024) |
| 03/01/2024 | 1490 | Minute Entry for proceedings held before District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema: Motion Hearing held on 3/1/2024 re 1205 MOTION in Limine to Exclude Inadmissible Deposition Testimony filed by CACI Premier Technology, Inc, 1479 MOTION to Strike the Revised Expert Report and Exclude Testimony by Dr. Modvig filed by CACI Premier Technology, Inc, 1218 MOTION in Limine to Exclude Inadmissible Exhibits filed by CACI Premier Technology, Inc, 1188 MOTION in Limine to Exclude Inadmissible Testimony by Dr. Stephen N. Xenakis filed by CACI Premier Technology, Inc. Baher Azmy, Thomas Kicak, Scott King, Alexandra Mahler-Haug, and Katherine Gallagher appeared on behalf of the plaintiff. John OConnor, Jr., Linda Bailey, and Nina Ginsberg appeared on behalf of the defendant, CACI Premier Technology, Inc.). Lauren Wetzler and Steven Elliot appeared on behalf of the defendant, USA. Matter argued. Motions 1188 and 1479 -DENIED. Motions 1205 and 1218 -HELD IN ABEYANCE. Court informed the parties that eight (8) jurors will be seated with each side given three (3) peremptory strikes. Parties directed to submit one (1) joint set of proposed jury instructions, voir dire, verdict form one (1) week prior to start of trial. Each party will be given twenty (20) minutes for opening statements. Court will inform jurors that the trial is expected to last for no more than two (2) weeks. Court Reporter: S. Austin (tran) (Entered: 03/01/2024) |
| 03/01/2024 | 1489 | Notice of Hearing Date set for March 22, 2024 re 1487 MOTION for Reconsideration re 1184 Order on Motion to Dismiss/Lack of Jurisdiction,,, Order on Motion for Summary Judgment,,,,, 1183 Memorandum Opinion of the Court’s Order Declining to Dismiss Based on Derivative Sovereign Immunity |
| 03/01/2024 | 1488 | Memorandum in Support re 1487 MOTION for Reconsideration re 1184 Order on Motion to Dismiss/Lack of Jurisdiction,,, Order on Motion for Summary Judgment,,,,, 1183 Memorandum Opinion of the Court’s Order Declining to Dismiss Based on Derivative Sovereign Immunity filed by CACI Premier Technology, Inc. (O’Connor, John) (Entered: 03/01/2024) |
| 03/01/2024 | 1487 | MOTION for Reconsideration re 1184 Order on Motion to Dismiss/Lack of Jurisdiction,,, Order on Motion for Summary Judgment,,,,, 1183 Memorandum Opinion of the Court’s Order Declining to Dismiss Based on Derivative Sovereign Immunity by CACI Premier Technology, Inc. (O’Connor, John) (Entered: 03/01/2024) |
| 02/29/2024 | 1486 | REPLY to Response to Motion re 1479 MOTION to Strike the Revised Expert Report and Exclude Testimony by Dr. Modvig filed by CACI Premier Technology, Inc. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A, # 2 Exhibit B)(O’Connor, John) (Entered: 02/29/2024) |
| 02/28/2024 | 1485 | Memorandum in Opposition re 1479 MOTION to Strike the Revised Expert Report and Exclude Testimony by Dr. Modvig filed by Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari, Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili, Asa’ad Hamza Hanfoosh Al-Zuba’e. (Citronberg, Cary) (Entered: 02/28/2024) |
| 02/28/2024 | 1484 | Withdrawal of Motion by CACI Premier Technology, Inc re 1188 MOTION in Limine to Exclude Inadmissible Testimony by Dr. Stephen N. Xenakis (O’Connor, John) (Entered: 02/28/2024) |
| 02/26/2024 | Set Deadline as to 1479 MOTION to Strike the Revised Expert Report and Exclude Testimony by Dr. Modvig. Motion Hearing set for 3/1/2024 at 10:30 AM in Alexandria Courtroom 900 before District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema. (wgar, ) (Entered: 02/26/2024) | |
| 02/23/2024 | 1483 | ORDER granting 1482 Motion for Pro hac vice Appointed Alexandra Elise Mahler-Haug for Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari,Alexandra Elise Mahler-Haug for Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili,Alexandra Elise Mahler-Haug for Asa’ad Hamza Hanfoosh Al-Zuba’e. Signed by District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema on 2/23/2024. (swil) (Entered: 02/26/2024) |
| 02/23/2024 | 1482 | Motion to appear Pro Hac Vice by Alexandra Elise Mahler-Haug and Certification of Local Counsel Cary Citronberg Filing fee $ 75, receipt number AVAEDC-9380211. by Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari, Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili, Asa’ad Hamza Hanfoosh Al-Zuba’e. (Citronberg, Cary) (Entered: 02/23/2024) |
| 02/23/2024 | 1481 | Notice of Hearing Date set for March 1, 2024 re 1479 MOTION to Strike the Revised Expert Report and Exclude Testimony by Dr. Modvig (O’Connor, John) (Entered: 02/23/2024) |
| 02/23/2024 | 1480 | Memorandum in Support re 1479 MOTION to Strike the Revised Expert Report and Exclude Testimony by Dr. Modvig filed by CACI Premier Technology, Inc. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A, # 2 Exhibit B)(O’Connor, John) (Entered: 02/23/2024) |
| 02/23/2024 | 1479 | MOTION to Strike the Revised Expert Report and Exclude Testimony by Dr. Modvig by CACI Premier Technology, Inc. (O’Connor, John) (Entered: 02/23/2024) |
| 02/22/2024 | Set Deadlines as to 1188 MOTION in Limine to Exclude Inadmissible Testimony by Dr. Stephen N. Xenakis, 1205 MOTION in Limine to Exclude Inadmissible Deposition Testimony, 1218 MOTION in Limine to Exclude Inadmissible Exhibits. Motion Hearing set for 3/1/2024 at 10:30 AM in Alexandria Courtroom 900 before District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema. (wgar, ) (Entered: 02/22/2024) | |
| 02/22/2024 | 1478 | Notice of Hearing Date set for March 1, 2024 re 1205 MOTION in Limine to Exclude Inadmissible Deposition Testimony, 1218 MOTION in Limine to Exclude Inadmissible Exhibits, 1188 MOTION in Limine to Exclude Inadmissible Testimony by Dr. Stephen N. Xenakis (O’Connor, John) (Entered: 02/22/2024) |
| 02/01/2024 | 1477 | ORDERED that, in anticipation of trial, the parties judiciously edit the audio files and transcripts to remove long pauses and unnecessary discussions, including those related to privilege. Signed by District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema on 2/1/2024. (swil) (Entered: 02/02/2024) |
| 01/05/2024 | 1476 | TRANSCRIPT of motions held on 1-5-24, before Judge Leonie M. Brinkema, Court Reporter/Transcriber Stephanie Austin, Telephone number 571-298-1649. NOTICE RE REDACTION OF TRANSCRIPTS:The parties have thirty(30) calendar days to file with the Court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript will be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days. The policy is located on our website at www.vaed.uscourts.gov Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the court reporter/transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER Redaction Request due 2/5/2024. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 3/6/2024. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 4/4/2024.(Austin, Stephanie) (Entered: 01/05/2024) |
| 01/05/2024 | 1475 | ORDERED that defendant CACI’s Motion for Leave to Take De Benne Esse Depositions 1462 be and is GRANTED IN PART; and it is further ORDERED that defendant CACI’s Motion to Compel Medical Examinations 1465 be and is GRANTED. Medical examinations of plaintiffs Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari and Sa’ad Hamza Hantoosh Al Zuba’e are to occur in Malaysia. Signed by District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema on 1/5/2024. (dzir) (Entered: 01/05/2024) |
| 01/05/2024 | 1474 | Minute Entry for proceedings held before District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema: Motion Hearing held on 1/5/2024 re 1462 MOTION for Issuance of Subpoenas for de bene esse depositions filed by CACI Premier Technology, Inc, 1465 MOTION to Compel Medical Examinations filed by CACI Premier Technology, Inc. Baher Azmy, Bonita Robinson, Michael Buchanan, and William Kim appeared on behaf of the plaintiff. John OConnor, Jr., Linda Bailey, and Nina Ginsberg appeared on behalf of defendant, CAC1 Premier Technology, Inc. Lauren Wetzler and Steven Elliot appeared on behalf of the defendant, USA. Matter argued. Parties to submit a copy of the audio and transcript for the court to review. 1465 MOTION to Compel Medical Examinations – GRANTED. Court Reporter: S. Austin (tran) (Entered: 01/05/2024) |
| 01/04/2024 | 1473 | REPLY to Response to Motion re 1465 MOTION to Compel Medical Examinations filed by CACI Premier Technology, Inc. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A – Robinson Letter)(O’Connor, John) (Entered: 01/04/2024) |
| 01/04/2024 | 1472 | REPLY to Response to Motion re 1462 MOTION for Issuance of Subpoenas for de bene esse depositions filed by CACI Premier Technology, Inc. (O’Connor, John) (Entered: 01/04/2024) |
| 01/03/2024 | 1471 | RESPONSE to Motion re 1462 MOTION for Issuance of Subpoenas for de bene esse depositions filed by Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari, Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili, Asa’ad Hamza Hanfoosh Al-Zuba’e. (Attachments: # 1 Declaration of Sean O’Shea)(Citronberg, Cary) (Entered: 01/03/2024) |
| 01/03/2024 | 1470 | RESPONSE in Opposition re 1465 MOTION to Compel Medical Examinations filed by Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari, Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili, Asa’ad Hamza Hanfoosh Al-Zuba’e. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A, International Jobs page from CACI website, # 2 Exhibit B, CACI’s Theater Medical Operations material, # 3 Exhibit C, CACI’s Medical Contingency material, # 4 Exhibit D, December 1, 2023 Motions hearing transcript)(Citronberg, Cary) (Entered: 01/03/2024) |
| 01/03/2024 | 1469 | RESPONSE to Motion re 1462 MOTION for Issuance of Subpoenas for de bene esse depositions filed by UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A)(Wetzler, Lauren) (Entered: 01/03/2024) |
| 01/03/2024 | Reset Deadlines as to 1465 MOTION to Compel Medical Examinations. Motion Hearing reset for 1/5/2024 at 10:00 AM in Alexandria Courtroom 700 before District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema. (jlan) (Entered: 01/03/2024) | |
| 01/02/2024 | Set Deadlines as to 1465 MOTION to Compel Medical Examinations. Motion Hearing set for 1/5/2024 at 10:00 AM in Alexandria Courtroom 401 before Magistrate Judge John F. Anderson. (jlan) (Entered: 01/02/2024) | |
| 12/29/2023 | 1468 | NOTICE by Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari, Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili, Sa’ad Hamza Hantoosh Al-Zuba’e Revised Expert Report of Dr. Jens Simon Modvig (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A – Revised Expert Report of Dr. Jens Simon Modvig)(Citronberg, Cary) (Entered: 12/29/2023) |
| 12/29/2023 | 1467 | Notice of Hearing Date set for January 5, 2024 re 1465 MOTION to Compel Medical Examinations (O’Connor, John) (Entered: 12/29/2023) |
| 12/29/2023 | 1466 | Memorandum in Support re 1465 MOTION to Compel Medical Examinations filed by CACI Premier Technology, Inc. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A (11/5/2018 Ltr. from OConnor to LoBue), # 2 Exhibit B (11/13/2018 Ltr. from LoBue to OConnor))(O’Connor, John) (Entered: 12/29/2023) |
| 12/29/2023 | 1465 | MOTION to Compel Medical Examinations by CACI Premier Technology, Inc. (O’Connor, John) (Entered: 12/29/2023) |
| 12/29/2023 | Set Deadline as to 1462 MOTION for Issuance of Subpoenas for de bene esse depositions. Motion Hearing set for 1/5/2024 at 10:00 AM in Alexandria Courtroom 700 before District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema. (wgar, ) (Entered: 12/29/2023) | |
| 12/28/2023 | 1464 | Notice of Hearing Date set for January 5, 2024 re 1462 MOTION for Issuance of Subpoenas for de bene esse depositions (O’Connor, John) (Entered: 12/28/2023) |
| 12/28/2023 | 1463 | Memorandum in Support re 1462 MOTION for Issuance of Subpoenas for de bene esse depositions filed by CACI Premier Technology, Inc. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit 1 (DOJ 4/30/13 ltr), # 2 Exhibit 2 (Touhy response 12/8/23), # 3 Exhibit 3 (Supp. Touhy response 12/19/23), # 4 Exhibit 4 (Pappas Decl.), # 5 Exhibit 5 (Excerpt from Taguba Dep.), # 6 Exhibit 6 (Excerpt from Jones/Fay report), # 7 Exhibit 7 (Excerpt from Army Interrogator B Dep.))(O’Connor, John) (Entered: 12/28/2023) |
| 12/28/2023 | 1462 | MOTION for Issuance of Subpoenas for de bene esse depositions by CACI Premier Technology, Inc. (O’Connor, John) (Entered: 12/28/2023) |
| 12/22/2023 | 1461 | NOTICE by CACI Premier Technology, Inc of change in counsel’s law firm’s name (O’Connor, John) (Entered: 12/22/2023) |
| 12/19/2023 | 1460 | TRANSCRIPT of motions hearing held on 12-15-23, before Judge Leonie M. Brinkema, Court Reporter Stephanie Austin, Telephone number 571-298-1649. NOTICE RE REDACTION OF TRANSCRIPTS:The parties have thirty(30) calendar days to file with the Court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript will be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days. The policy is located on our website at www.vaed.uscourts.gov Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the court reporter before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER Redaction Request due 1/18/2024. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 2/20/2024. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 3/18/2024.(Austin, Stephanie) (Entered: 12/19/2023) |
| 12/15/2023 | 1459 | ORDER,For the reasons stated in open court, it is hereby ORDERED that defendant’s Motion in Limine Regarding Plaintiffs’ Damages Claims, [Dkt. No. 1198], be and is DENIED; and it is further ORDERED that plaintiffs’ Motion in Limine to Exclude Irrelevant and Prejudicial Evidence Offered by Defendant, [Dkt. No. 1225], be and is GRANTED; and it is further ORDERED that plaintiffs’ Motion in Limine Regarding the Taguba and Jones/Fay Reports, [Dkt. No.1078] be and is GRANTED IN PART and DENIED IN PART. The Court will issue a separate Order indicating which portions of those Reports may be used at trial. Signed by District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema on 12/15/2023. (yguy) (Entered: 12/15/2023) |
| 12/15/2023 | 1458 | Minute Entry for proceedings held before District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema:Motion Hearing held on 12/15/2023. Appearances of counsel. Court advised of case status. Trial logistics also discussed. Motions are argued. 1225 MOTION In Limine to Exclude Irrelevant and Prejudicial Evidence Offered by Defendant filed by Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili, Taha Yaseen Arraq Rashid, Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari, Asa’ad Hamza Hanfoosh Al-Zuba’e, Sa’ad Hamza Hantoosh Al-Zuba’e,is GRANTED. 1078 MOTION in Limine Regarding the Taguba and Jones/Fay Reports filed by Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili, Taha Yaseen Arraq Rashid, Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari, Asa’ad Hamza Hanfoosh Al-Zuba’e is GRANTED IN PART and DENIED IN PART. 1198 MOTION in Limine regarding Plaintiffs’ Damages Claim filed by CACI Premier Technology, Inc is DENIED. (Order to Follow.) (Court Reporter S.AUSTIN.)(yguy) (Entered: 12/15/2023) |
| 12/13/2023 | 1457 | ORDER granting 1455 Motion for Pro hac vice Appointed Thomas Robert Kicak for Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari,Thomas Robert Kicak for Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili,Thomas Robert Kicak for Asa’ad Hamza Hanfoosh Al-Zuba’e. Signed by District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema on 12/13/2023. (swil) (Entered: 12/13/2023) |
| 12/13/2023 | 1456 | ORDER granting 1454 Motion for Pro hac vice Appointed Andrew Inad Haddad for Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari,Andrew Inad Haddad for Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili,Andrew Inad Haddad for Asa’ad Hamza Hanfoosh Al-Zuba’e. Signed by District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema on 12/13/2023. (swil) (Entered: 12/13/2023) |
| 12/12/2023 | 1455 | Motion to appear Pro Hac Vice by Thomas Robert Kicak and Certification of Local Counsel Cary Citronberg Filing fee $ 75, receipt number AVAEDC-9261743. by Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari, Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili, Asa’ad Hamza Hanfoosh Al-Zuba’e. (Citronberg, Cary) (Entered: 12/12/2023) |
| 12/12/2023 | 1454 | Motion to appear Pro Hac Vice by Andrew Inad Haddad and Certification of Local Counsel Cary Citronberg Filing fee $ 75, receipt number AVAEDC-9261711. by Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari, Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili, Asa’ad Hamza Hanfoosh Al-Zuba’e. (Citronberg, Cary) (Entered: 12/12/2023) |
| 12/01/2023 | Set Deadlines as to 1198 MOTION in Limine regarding Plaintiffs’ Damages Claim, 1225 MOTION In Limine to Exclude Irrelevant and Prejudicial Evidence Offered by Defendant and 1078 MOTION in Limine Regarding the Taguba and Jones/Fay Reports. Motion Hearing set for 12/15/2023 at 10:00 AM in Alexandria Courtroom 700 before District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema. (jlan) (Entered: 12/01/2023) | |
| 12/01/2023 | 1453 | TRANSCRIPT of motions hearing held on 12-1-23, before Judge Leonie M. Brinkema, Court Reporter Stephanie Austin, Telephone number 571-298-1649. NOTICE RE REDACTION OF TRANSCRIPTS:The parties have thirty(30) calendar days to file with the Court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript will be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days. The policy is located on our website at www.vaed.uscourts.gov Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the court reporter before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER Redaction Request due 1/2/2024. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 1/31/2024. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 2/29/2024.(Austin, Stephanie) (Entered: 12/01/2023) |
| 12/01/2023 | 1452 | ORDER, for the reasons stated in open court, Deft’s 1194 Motion in Limine to Exclude Testimony by Drs. Darius Rejali and Mohammad H. Fadel is GRANTED IN PART and DENIED IN PART, and Pltfs’ 1428 Motion to Substitute Expert Witness is GRANTED IN PART and DENIED IN PART; Pltfs may file a revised expert report from Dr. Jens Modvig solely on the issue of torture and cruel, inhumane, or degrading treatment (“CIDT”) as understood in the general international community, to which defts may file an opposition, if appropriate; pltfs’ expert witness Dr. Mohammad H. Fadel is permitted to testify as to the narrow issue of sensitivity to forced nudity and sexual contact in the Muslim community; the parties promptly provide the Court with single-sided chambers copies of the motions set for argument on 12/15/2023. Signed by District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema on 12/01/23. (pmil, ) (Entered: 12/01/2023) |
| 12/01/2023 | 1451 | Minute Entry for proceedings held before District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema: Motion Hearing held on 12/1/2023. Appearances of Counsel for Plaintiffs’ and Counsel for Defendants’. RE: 1194 MOTION in Limine to Exclude Testimony by Drs. Darius Rejali & Mohammad H. Fadel filed by CACI Premier Technology, Inc. – GRANTED IN PART AND DENIED IN PART ORDER TO FOLLOW. RE: 1428 MOTION to Appoint Expert to allow Plaintiff’s to substitute Dr. Rejali as an expert with Dr. Jens Modvig filed by Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili, Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari, Asa’ad Hamza Hanfoosh Al-Zuba’e – GRANTED IN PART AND DENIED IN PART – The Court DIRECTED the Plaintiffs’ to file a Revised Expert Report of Dr. Jens Modvig for the Courts review – ORDER TO FOLLOW. Court Reporter: S. Austin (pmil, ) (Entered: 12/01/2023) |
| 11/30/2023 | 1450 | AGREED SUPPLEMENT TO PROTECTIVE ORDER. Signed by Magistrate Judge John F. Anderson on 11/30/2023. (Dcrow, ) (Entered: 11/30/2023) |
| 11/30/2023 | 1449 | Notice of Hearing Date set for December 15, 2023 re 1198 MOTION in Limine regarding Plaintiffs’ Damages Claim (O’Connor, John) (Entered: 11/30/2023) |
| 11/30/2023 | 1448 | Notice of Hearing Date set for December 15, 2023 re 1078 MOTION in Limine Regarding the Taguba and Jones/Fay Reports (O’Connor, John) (Entered: 11/30/2023) |
| 11/30/2023 | 1447 | MOTION for Protective Order – Agreed Supplement to Protective Order by Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari, Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili, Asa’ad Hamza Hanfoosh Al-Zuba’e. (Citronberg, Cary) (Entered: 11/30/2023) |
| 11/30/2023 | 1446 | Notice of Hearing Date set for Friday, December 15, 2023 re 1225 MOTION In Limine to Exclude Irrelevant and Prejudicial Evidence Offered by Defendant (Citronberg, Cary) (Entered: 11/30/2023) |
| 11/27/2023 | 1445 | ORDER granting 1444 Motion for Pro hac vice Appointed Michael Francis Buchanan for Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari,Michael Francis Buchanan for Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili,Michael Francis Buchanan for Asa’ad Hamza Hanfoosh Al-Zuba’e. Signed by District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema on 11/27/2023. (swil) (Entered: 11/28/2023) |
| 11/27/2023 | 1444 | Motion to appear Pro Hac Vice by Michael F. Buchanan and Certification of Local Counsel Cary Citronberg Filing fee $ 75, receipt number AVAEDC-9236201. by Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari, Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili, Asa’ad Hamza Hanfoosh Al-Zuba’e. (Citronberg, Cary) (Entered: 11/27/2023) |
| 11/21/2023 | 1443 | ORDERED that a hearing on defendant’s Motion in Limine to Exclude Testimony byDrs. Darius Rejali & Mohammad H. Fadel [Dkt. No. 1194] be and is SCHEDULED for Friday, December 1, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. Motion Hearing set for 12/1/2023 at 10:00 AM in Alexandria Courtroom 700 before District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema. Signed by District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema on 11/21/2023. (nneb) (Entered: 11/21/2023) |
| 11/14/2023 | 1442 | Reply to Motion re 1428 MOTION to Appoint Expert to allow Plaintiff’s to substitute Dr. Rejali as an expert with Dr. Jens Modvig (Redacted as per November 13, 2023 Order) filed by Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari, Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili, Sa’ad Hamza Hantoosh Al-Zuba’e, Asa’ad Hamza Hanfoosh Al-Zuba’e, Taha Yaseen Arraq Rashid. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit 1 to Reply Brief)(Citronberg, Cary) (Entered: 11/14/2023) |
| 11/13/2023 | 1441 | ORDER granting 1439 Motion to Seal. Plaintiffs are further directed to promptly file a redacted version of their Reply. Signed by District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema on 11/13/2023. (dvanm) (Entered: 11/13/2023) |
| 11/13/2023 | Reset Deadline as to 1428 MOTION to Appoint Expert to allow Plaintiff’s to substitute Dr. Rejali as an expert with Dr. Jens Modvig. Motion Hearing reset for 12/1/2023 at 10:00 AM in Alexandria Courtroom 700 before District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema. (wgar, ) (Entered: 11/13/2023) | |
| 11/09/2023 | 1440 | Sealed Reply re 1428 MOTION to Appoint Expert to allow Plaintiff’s to substitute Dr. Rejali as an expert with Dr. Jens Modvig. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit 1, to Reply Brief)(Citronberg, Cary) (Entered: 11/09/2023) |
| 11/09/2023 | 1439 | Consent MOTION to Seal by Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari, Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili, Asa’ad Hamza Hanfoosh Al-Zuba’e. (Attachments: # 1 Memorandum in Support, # 2 Exhibit A, proposed redactions to Reply)(Citronberg, Cary) (Entered: 11/09/2023) |
| 11/09/2023 | 1438 | Notice of Hearing Date (Amended) set for December 1, 2023 re 1428 MOTION to Appoint Expert to allow Plaintiff’s to substitute Dr. Rejali as an expert with Dr. Jens Modvig (Citronberg, Cary) (Entered: 11/09/2023) |
| 11/09/2023 | 1437 | ORDER granting 1436 Motion for Pro hac vice Appointed Mohammed M. Alomari for Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari,Mohammed M. Alomari for Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili,Mohammed M. Alomari for Asa’ad Hamza Hanfoosh Al-Zuba’e. Signed by District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema on 11/9/2023. (swil) (Entered: 11/09/2023) |
| 11/08/2023 | 1436 | Motion to appear Pro Hac Vice by Mohammed Alomari and Certification of Local Counsel Cary Citronberg Filing fee $ 75, receipt number AVAEDC-9211187. by Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari, Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili, Asa’ad Hamza Hanfoosh Al-Zuba’e. (Citronberg, Cary) (Entered: 11/08/2023) |
| 11/03/2023 | 1433 | Memorandum in Opposition re 1428 MOTION to Appoint Expert to allow Plaintiff’s to substitute Dr. Rejali as an expert with Dr. Jens Modvig filed by CACI Premier Technology, Inc. (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit A – Rejali Article)(O’Connor, John) (Entered: 11/03/2023) |
| 11/03/2023 | Set Deadline as to 1428 MOTION to Appoint Expert to allow Plaintiff’s to substitute Dr. Rejali as an expert with Dr. Jens Modvig. Motion Hearing set for 11/17/2023 at 10:00 AM in Alexandria Courtroom 700 before District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema. (wgar, ) (Entered: 11/03/2023) | |
| 11/02/2023 | 1435 | USCA Judgment regarding petition for writ of mandamus filed directly with 4CCA. In accordance with the decision of this court, the petition for writ ofmandamus is denied. (dvanm) (Entered: 11/06/2023) |
| 11/02/2023 | 1434 | USCA Order regarding petition for writ of mandamus filed directly with 4CCA. Upon consideration of the petition for writ of mandamus, the court denies the petition. Entered at the direction of Senior Judge Floyd with the concurrence of Judge Thacker and Judge Quattlebaum. (dvanm) Modified to correct text on 11/6/2023 (dvanm). (Entered: 11/06/2023) |
| 11/02/2023 | 1432 | Notice of Hearing Date set for November 17, 2023 re 1428 MOTION to Appoint Expert to allow Plaintiff’s to substitute Dr. Rejali as an expert with Dr. Jens Modvig (O’Connor, John) (Entered: 11/02/2023) |
| 10/26/2023 | 1431 | ORDER granting 1427 Motion to Seal. Signed by District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema on 10/26/2023. (dvanm) (Entered: 10/26/2023) |
| 10/23/2023 | 1430 | Waiver of re 1427 Consent MOTION to Seal , 1428 MOTION to Appoint Expert to allow Plaintiff’s to substitute Dr. Rejali as an expert with Dr. Jens Modvig (Waiver Of Oral Argument) by Taha Yaseen Arraq Rashid (Citronberg, Cary) (Entered: 10/23/2023) |
| 10/23/2023 | Notice of Correction re 1428 MOTION to Appoint Expert to allow Plaintiff’s to substitute Dr. Rejali as an expert with Dr. Jens Modvig. The filing user has been notified to file a Notice of Hearing or a Waiver of Oral Argument. (dvanm) (Entered: 10/23/2023) | |
| 10/20/2023 | 1429 | Sealed Attachment/Exhibit(s) re 1428 Exhibit A to the MOTION to Appoint Expert to allow Plaintiff’s to substitute Dr. Rejali as an expert with Dr. Jens Modvig. (Citronberg, Cary) (Entered: 10/20/2023) |
| 10/20/2023 | 1428 | MOTION to Appoint Expert to allow Plaintiff’s to substitute Dr. Rejali as an expert with Dr. Jens Modvig by Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari, Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili, Asa’ad Hamza Hanfoosh Al-Zuba’e. (Attachments: # 1 Memorandum in support, # 2 Exhibit B to the motion to substitute)(Citronberg, Cary) (Entered: 10/20/2023) |
| 10/20/2023 | 1427 | Consent MOTION to Seal by Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari, Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili, Asa’ad Hamza Hanfoosh Al-Zuba’e. (Attachments: # 1 Memorandum in support, # 2 Proposed Order)(Citronberg, Cary) (Entered: 10/20/2023) |
| 10/20/2023 | 1426 | NOTICE by Suhail Najim Abdullah Al Shimari, Salah Hasan Nusaif Jasim Al-Ejaili, Asa’ad Hamza Hanfoosh Al-Zuba’e of Plaintiffs’ Withdrawals of Proposed Deposition Designations and Trial Exhibits (Citronberg, Cary) (Entered: 10/20/2023) |
| 10/02/2023 | 1425 | ORDERED that the jury trial in this civil action be and is SCHEDULED to begin on Monday, April 15, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. Although the Court does not expect the trial to last three weeks and will make every effort to have this action tried within two weeks, it will not use any timing mechanisms to limit each party’s time to present evidence, unless it appears a party is not presenting its case efficiently. Signed by District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema on 10/2/2023. Jury Trial set for 4/15/2024 at 10:00 AM in Alexandria Courtroom 700 before District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema. (dzir) (Entered: 10/02/2023) |