Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Civil Rights

Discrimination, voting, police

New York court rules on mother's appeal in child neglect case

A New York court dismissed an appeal from Tiffany R. regarding child neglect findings, impacting her custody of Rocco R. L. and Sunny R. L.

Court rules on Cobb County School District mask policy

The Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals ruled on a case involving Cobb County students and their mask mandate request during COVID-19.

Court dismisses appeal in medical care case against officer

The Eighth Circuit dismisses Officer Koster's appeal over alleged medical care violations for detainee Thomas Riles, affecting future inmate rights.

Delaware Supreme Court upholds termination of parental rights

The Delaware Supreme Court affirms the termination of parental rights for Cedasha Walker, impacting her three children amid serious welfare concerns.

Nebraska court affirms ruling on children's welfare case

Nebraska Court of Appeals upholds decision regarding the welfare of eight children amid parental neglect allegations.

Ohio Court of Appeals rules on workers' compensation case

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms in part and reverses in part a ruling in a case involving disability discrimination claims against the Bureau of Workers' Compensation.

Maine court rules against D&L Apartments in discrimination case

The Maine Supreme Judicial Court upheld a ruling against D&L Apartments for violating the state's Human Rights Act regarding service animals.

Texas court affirms termination of father's parental rights

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld the termination of a father's parental rights due to ongoing drug use and criminal behavior.

Court affirms dismissal in police shooting case in NC

The Fourth Circuit upheld a lower court's dismissal of a lawsuit against deputies involved in a fatal police shooting in North Carolina.

Fourth Circuit Court Reverses Ruling in Prisoner Rights Case

The Fourth Circuit Court reversed a lower court's ruling, allowing Benjamin Carter's claims against Virginia prison officials to proceed.

Court Reverses Lower Ruling in Prisoner Rights Case

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a lower court's ruling, allowing Benjamin Carter's claims against Virginia prison officials to proceed.

Court Affirms Ruling in Golat v. Swierawski Employment Case

The Seventh Circuit Court upheld a lower court's ruling in a case involving claims of workplace harassment and discrimination by Shannon Golat.

Court dismisses appeal in excessive force case against sheriff's office

The Sixth Circuit Court dismissed an appeal by Clermont County Sheriff's officers accused of using excessive force against Mark Lovell.

Court strikes down Puerto Rico's false information law

The First Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that Puerto Rico's Law 20 violates the First Amendment by criminalizing false statements during emergencies.

Court rules on wrongful termination case against D.C. officials

A court ruling affects former D.C. employee's claims of wrongful termination and discrimination against the District of Columbia.

Court upholds ruling on police conduct in Hanceville case

The Eleventh Circuit affirms summary judgment for Hanceville police in a case involving false arrest and excessive force claims by Joshua Phillips.

Eighth Circuit upholds Sun Chemical discrimination ruling

The Eighth Circuit affirms a lower court's ruling in EEOC v. Sun Chemical, impacting workplace discrimination claims.

Court rules on terrorism fund allocation in Englehardt case

The D.C. Circuit Court ruled that all criminal proceeds from a case involving North Korea must go to the Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Fund.

Court affirms $21 million award for doctor against hospital

A Washington court upheld a $21 million verdict for Dr. Benjamin Danielson, who claimed racial discrimination and retaliation by Seattle Children's Hospital.

Ohio court affirms termination of mother's parental rights

The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld a ruling terminating a mother's parental rights, granting permanent custody of her children to Stark County JFS.

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