Iowa court affirms termination of mother's parental rights
The Iowa Court of Appeals upheld the termination of a mother's parental rights due to substance abuse and mental health issues affecting her child.
Oregon Appeals Court Reverses Psychological Evaluation Order
The Oregon Court of Appeals reversed a psychological evaluation order for a mother in a child welfare case, citing existing treatment efforts.
Court rules on negligence case against White Plains schools
The New York court rules on a negligence case involving sexual abuse allegations against White Plains Public School District and Board of Education.
Court affirms ruling against Salvadoran colonel in killing
The Fourth Circuit Court ruled against Mario Reyes Mena, affirming he is not immune from a lawsuit over the 1982 killing of journalist Jan Kuiper.
Court rules on educator's claims of racial discrimination
The Seventh Circuit Court affirms summary judgment on racial discrimination claims but remands First Amendment issues for further consideration.
Fifth Circuit rules on police response in medical emergency
The Fifth Circuit affirms qualified immunity for officers in a case involving a detainee's medical emergency during transport.
Florida court affirms ruling in child welfare case 6D2026-0035
The Florida District Court of Appeal upheld a ruling regarding child welfare, impacting families and guardians involved in similar cases.
Court reverses dismissal of discrimination case in Florida
A Florida court reversed a dismissal in a discrimination case involving Lina Duran against Hallandale Beach, impacting future civil rights claims.
New York court rules on sexual abuse case involving Goodyear
A New York court modifies a ruling in a sexual abuse case against Goodyear, impacting claims of emotional distress and punitive damages.
California court rules against arbitration in harassment case
Court denies Radnet's motion to compel arbitration in Decloedt's harassment lawsuit, affirming sexual orientation harassment protections.
Tennessee Court Vacates Summary Judgment in Abuse Case
Tennessee Court of Appeals vacates summary judgment in Crista Johnston's abuse case against her adoptive parents, allowing for further proceedings.
Court awards damages to Namazi family against Iran
A U.S. court has ruled in favor of Siamak and Baquer Namazi, awarding them $121 million for their detention and torture in Iran.
Court dismisses federal prisoner's civil rights lawsuit
A federal court dismissed Daniel Cobble's civil rights claims against the U.S. government, citing frivolous allegations and lack of jurisdiction.
Court revives inmate's safety claim against prison officials
The Eleventh Circuit Court revives Mitchell Marbury's Eighth Amendment claim against prison officials for failing to protect him from violence.
Court Affirms Ruling in Lakey v. Bryant Excessive Force Case
The Tenth Circuit Court upheld the ruling in Lakey v. Bryant, addressing claims of excessive force and qualified immunity in a police-related death.
Court Allows Some Amendments in Discrimination Case
Court grants partial amendment in Shanks v. BAC, allowing race discrimination claims to proceed while denying others due to futility.
Court rules on Moseley discrimination case against union
The court ruled on Monetta Moseley's discrimination claims against the International Union of Bricklayers, allowing some to proceed.
Court Allows Some Amendments in Discrimination Case
A court has partially granted a motion to amend a discrimination case involving a former employee of the International Union of Bricklayers.
Florida Court Dismisses Appeal in Child Welfare Case
A Florida court dismissed an appeal involving a mother and the Department of Children and Families, impacting child welfare proceedings.
Texas Court Denies Mandamus Petition by Alexus Uresti
The Texas Court of Appeals denied Alexus Uresti's petition for writ of mandamus regarding custody of her child, impacting her parental rights.