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Court denies DNA testing request in Texas murder case

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld a lower court's ruling denying Ricky Lee Pady's request for DNA retesting in a murder case from 2007.

Texas Court dismisses appeal in Lopez v. Wells Fargo case

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed Samuel Lopez's appeal against Wells Fargo due to his failure to file a brief by the deadline.

Tennessee court upholds dismissal of DeBerry's appeals

The Court of Criminal Appeals of Tennessee affirms the dismissal of Frederick DeBerry's petitions for post-conviction relief and actual innocence.

Florida court dismisses petition in Allen v. Allen case

The Florida District Court of Appeal dismissed a petition involving guardianship disputes between Lucy Allen and Robert Gary Allen.

Court rules in favor of Beech Mountain in property case

The North Carolina Court of Appeals reverses a lower court ruling, stating no compensable taking occurred in a property dispute involving infrastructure repairs.

North Carolina Court Remands Parental Rights Case for Review

The North Carolina Court of Appeals remands a case involving the termination of a mother's parental rights due to ineffective counsel claims.

Court rules arbitration must occur in Michigan, not NC

North Carolina court rules arbitration for Snipes Concrete must occur in Michigan, reversing earlier decision that favored North Carolina venue.

Court dismisses mother's appeal in parental rights case

North Carolina Court of Appeals dismisses appeal by mother seeking to retain parental rights over her children due to procedural issues.

Florida court reverses dismissal of marriage dissolution case

A Florida court reversed a trial court's dismissal of a marriage dissolution case, emphasizing the need for proper notice and consideration of factors.

Florida court dismisses legal malpractice case against firms

A Florida court ruled against Dario Carnevale in a legal malpractice case, affecting how legal claims can be assigned in bankruptcy.

Florida court affirms ruling in Keeperman v. ZM MWC Owner

The Florida District Court of Appeal upholds a lower court decision in the case of Luiz Keeperman v. ZM MWC Owner, LLC, affecting property disputes.

Arkansas court dismisses appeal in divorce case dispute

The Arkansas Court of Appeals upholds a lower court's dismissal of Deborah Gouch-Onassis's request to reopen her divorce case against Charles Foster.

Arkansas court rules in real estate dispute between family

A court ruled in favor of Ricardo Scott, granting him specific performance in a real estate contract dispute with his stepmother, Avis Briggs.

Florida Court Affirms Decision in Schmitz Family Dispute

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirms a decision in the Schmitz family dispute, clarifying the trial court's compliance with a previous mandate.

Wisconsin Court Dismisses Medical Malpractice Case Over Service Issues

A Wisconsin court ruled against the Fredachs in their medical malpractice case, citing improper service and expired statute of limitations.

Florida court rules on alimony modification case

A Florida court reversed a decision on alimony modification, impacting future cases involving marital settlement agreements.

Florida court reverses venue ruling in tenant rights case

A Florida court reversed a venue ruling in a tenant rights case, affecting how similar disputes may be handled in the future.

Court rules on inheritance dispute over foreclosure surplus

Florida court reverses decision on foreclosure surplus distribution among siblings, emphasizing the validity of property disclaimers.

Court rules on liability in car accident case involving loaner

Florida court affirms ruling that car dealership is not liable for accident involving loaner vehicle provided during service.

Court Reverses Ruling on Public Records Request Case

Florida court reverses decision on public records request, impacting transparency for charter schools and public records law.

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