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Oregon court rules on guardianship for child in DHS case

The Oregon Court of Appeals affirmed a ruling changing a child's permanency plan from reunification to guardianship amid family issues.

Oregon Court Upholds Medicaid Rules for Disabled Care

The Oregon Court of Appeals upheld Medicaid rules limiting community living support for disabled individuals in provider-owned settings.

Oregon court rules on guardianship for troubled family case

The Oregon Court of Appeals affirms a decision changing a child's permanency plan from reunification to guardianship amid parental challenges.

Court dismisses claims against union in workplace discrimination case

New York court dismisses discrimination claims against the Professional Staff Congress union, impacting workplace rights for employees.

Court rules against Elements Production in sexual assault case

The New York Appellate Division reversed a lower court's decision, dismissing claims against Elements Production in a sexual assault lawsuit.

Court allows officer to refile claims against DCHA police

A D.C. court allows a police officer to amend his claims of retaliation and discrimination against the D.C. Housing Authority Police Department.

Court Certifies Tenant Class Action Against Bozzuto Management

A D.C. court certifies a class action lawsuit against Bozzuto Management for misleading utility billing practices affecting tenants.

South Dakota Supreme Court rules on parental rights case

The South Dakota Supreme Court upheld the termination of a mother's parental rights, denying her requests for a continuance during her incarceration.

Court rules on child abuse case against New York agencies

New York court's ruling affects child abuse case against Little Flower Children and Family Services and school district, allowing negligence claims to proceed.

Court rules on negligence in child abuse case against NYC

The Appellate Division of New York rules on negligence claims against the City of New York in a child abuse case, impacting future child protection laws.

Court affirms dismissal of case against Lincoln Parish School Board

The Louisiana Court of Appeal upheld the dismissal of a case by the Powells against the Lincoln Parish School Board regarding due process violations.

Wyoming Supreme Court affirms termination of parental rights

The Wyoming Supreme Court upheld the termination of parental rights for Hailey Nicole Keller and Corey Phillip Cruz, impacting their three children.

Florida court affirms ruling in Rayburn Scott vs. Burlington case

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed the ruling in the case of Rayburn Scott against Burlington Stores, impacting workplace discrimination claims.

Michigan Court of Appeals reverses child removal order

The Michigan Court of Appeals reversed a trial court's order removing a minor child from his father's custody, citing safe relative placement.

Court rules against tenant in case against Houston Housing Authority

Texas Court of Appeals affirms dismissal of Lillian Gonzalez's claims against Houston Housing Authority due to governmental immunity.

Texas court reverses summary judgment in slip-and-fall case

The Texas Court of Appeals reversed a summary judgment in a slip-and-fall case involving Bryanna Mallet and Fresh Choice Cafe Corporation.

Court rules against employee in discrimination case

A D.C. court grants summary judgment in a discrimination case involving Channer Woolcock and The Michaels Organization LLC.

Maine court rules against father in child jeopardy case

Maine Supreme Judicial Court affirms jeopardy order against father Johnathan R., citing substance misuse and aggressive behavior towards children.

Tenth Circuit Upholds Summary Judgment in Jail Abuse Case

The Tenth Circuit affirms summary judgment for Sheriff Hedgecock in a civil rights case involving alleged sexual abuse in Pushmataha County Jail.

Fifth Circuit Court Rules on Concordia Parish Case Dismissal

The Fifth Circuit Court ruled that a case involving Concordia Parish schools ended after parties filed a dismissal, affecting desegregation efforts.

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