Court denies executor's bid to enforce will's in terrorem clause
A New York court rules against Cheryl Gold in a probate case regarding her late father's will, impacting estate distribution and legal interpretations.
Court rules on arbitration in Kinzler v. Ascend Learning, Inc.
New York court modifies decision on arbitration in Kinzler v. Ascend Learning, affecting breach of contract and fraud claims.
Court reverses decision in Gold estate probate dispute
New York court rules on Eugene P. Gold estate case, affecting family heirs and interpreting will clauses.
New York attorney suspended for misconduct involving escrow funds
Anokye S. Blissett faces a two-year suspension for misusing client escrow accounts, impacting her legal career and raising concerns about attorney conduct.
New York court reinstates custody petition in Adames case
The New York Appellate Division reversed a Family Court decision, reinstating a father's custody petition after jurisdiction issues were mishandled.
Court reinstates nuisance claims against NYSARC, Homeland Towers
New York court reverses dismissal of Kornbluh's claims against NYSARC and Homeland Towers regarding a cell tower's impact on property.
New York court rules against plaintiffs in medical malpractice case
The Appellate Division of New York denies plaintiffs' motion to restore medical malpractice case against doctors and hospital, citing lack of reasonable excuse.
Court upholds dismissal of mortgage assignment challenge
New York court affirms dismissal of mortgage assignment case, impacting property owners and foreclosure disputes.
New York court rules on negligence case involving vehicle accident
A New York court upheld a decision denying summary judgment in a vehicle accident case, impacting personal injury claims and liability assessments.
Court upholds decision against trampoline park in injury case
New York court rules against WNU, LLC in personal injury case involving trampoline park, affirming lower court's denial of arbitration.
Court rules on heirs property definition in Flouret v. Sagland
The New York Appellate Division clarifies the definition of heirs property in a case involving a trust and a limited liability company.
Court rules Highland Care Center immune from wrongful death claims
The New York court grants Highland Care Center immunity under COVID-19 law, impacting wrongful death claims related to the pandemic.
Court reverses summary judgment in personal injury case
The New York Appellate Division reversed a lower court's ruling, affecting personal injury claims related to a rear-end collision.
Court rules in favor of plaintiff in vehicle accident case
The New York Appellate Division ruled that NJC Scrap Metal Recycling is liable for injuries from a vehicle accident, affirming the lower court's decision.
Court rules on medical malpractice case against nursing home
The New York Appellate Division affirms dismissal of medical malpractice claims against St. Catherine of Siena Nursing and Rehabilitation Care Center.
Court rules in favor of Bank of New York Mellon Trust Co.
The court reversed a lower court's decision, granting Bank of New York Mellon Trust Co. summary judgment in a property title dispute.
Court Reverses Summary Judgment in Wrongful Death Case
New York court rules against marina in wrongful death appeal after carbon monoxide poisoning incident aboard a boat.
Court rules against plaintiff in sidewalk injury case
The Appellate Division of New York rules in favor of a landlord in a personal injury case involving an open cellar door on a sidewalk.
California Court rules on juvenile's jail commitment case
California Court of Appeal affirms Jose S.'s commitment to county jail until age 25, impacting juvenile justice reform and rehabilitation efforts.
Texas court dismisses divorce appeal for lack of action
The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed Rebecca Davalos's divorce appeal due to her failure to pay court fees, affecting her legal proceedings.