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Court rules against former employee in compensation dispute

A court ruling favors the National Association of Home Builders in a case involving compensation claims by former employee Christina Ronaldson.

Court rules against Lawrence School District in Cedarhurst case

The New York Appellate Division ruled against the Lawrence Union Free School District in a case involving a development project in Cedarhurst.

South Carolina Court Issues Public Reprimand to Attorney Smoot

Sara Elizabeth Smoot receives a public reprimand from the South Carolina Supreme Court for failing to issue a title insurance policy.

Minnesota Supreme Court Rules on Job Disqualification Case

The Minnesota Supreme Court ruled on a significant case involving job disqualification for applicants with prior convictions, impacting public employment policies.

Court of Appeals sends Instituto Médico case back for review

The First Circuit Court of Appeals remands a bankruptcy case involving Instituto Médico del Norte and Greengift Capital for further review.

Ninth Circuit Rules on Jurisdiction in Nasri Forfeiture Case

The Ninth Circuit vacated a district court's ruling in a civil forfeiture case involving Younes Nasri, addressing due process and jurisdiction issues.

Court affirms conviction of DeFelice for firearm offenses

The Second Circuit upheld Nicholas DeFelice's conviction for possessing unregistered firearms, rejecting his constitutional challenges.

South Carolina Supreme Court rules on execution team identities

The South Carolina Supreme Court clarifies that publicly available information cannot be considered confidential under state law protecting execution team identities.

Texas Court denies mandamus petition by Arthur Rakowitz

The Texas Court of Appeals denied Arthur Rakowitz's petition for a writ of mandamus, affecting his ongoing legal dispute with City Public Service Energy.

Texas Court denies mandamus petition in child custody case

The Texas Court of Appeals denied a mandamus petition related to a child custody dispute, impacting the involved parties in the ongoing case.

Texas court affirms termination of mother's parental rights

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld a ruling terminating a mother's parental rights to her children, D.W. and A.W., citing clear evidence.

Texas court dismisses divorce appeal over unpaid fees

A Texas court dismissed the divorce appeal of Julia Terrazas and Ruben De La Vega due to failure to pay the required filing fee.

Texas Court denies mandamus petition from Sathish Nugehalli

The Texas Court of Appeals denied Sathish Nugehalli's emergency petition for writ of mandamus, affecting his ongoing legal battle.

Court rules on jurisdiction in eviction case appeal

The Texas Court of Appeals ruled on an eviction case, determining jurisdiction issues that could impact future landlord-tenant disputes.

Texas Court denies Lasey Johnson's petition for mandamus

The Texas Court of Appeals denies Lasey Johnson's petition for a writ of mandamus, impacting her ongoing legal dispute with the state.

Court rules against claimant in manhole injury case

The court affirmed a decision dismissing a claim against the State of New York over a manhole injury, stating the state had no duty to ensure safety.

Georgia court rules on breach of contract case appeal

The Georgia Court of Appeals reversed a trial court ruling in a breach of contract case involving the Department of Corrections and a deceased employee.

Iowa court upholds contempt ruling against auto business owner

The Iowa Court of Appeals affirms a ruling against Dayton Ericson for violating city parking ordinances, resulting in a 14-day jail sentence.

Iowa Court Affirms Dismissal of Medical Malpractice Case

The Iowa Court of Appeals upheld a dismissal of a malpractice suit against medical providers due to improper certificates of merit.

Iowa Court Affirms Ruling on Mateo Lugo's Plea Withdrawal

The Iowa Court of Appeals upheld the denial of Mateo Lugo's motion to withdraw his Alford plea for drug possession, emphasizing the validity of the plea.

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