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Pennsylvania Supreme Court rules on retirement credit eligibility

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled that Jeanine Esch can purchase service credit for her Arizona teaching years, impacting retirement benefits.

Pennsylvania Supreme Court Dissent in Drug Overdose Case

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court hears dissenting opinion in Commonwealth v. Wilson, addressing drug overdose immunity laws and their implications.

Pennsylvania Supreme Court rules on Albert Perez's appeal

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court reversed a lower court's decision to grant a new trial to Albert Perez in a capital case, impacting his legal future.

Connecticut Supreme Court remands habeas case for review

The Connecticut Supreme Court has remanded a habeas corpus case involving Darnell Moore, focusing on witness cooperation agreements.

Connecticut Supreme Court rules on property tax notice dispute

The Connecticut Supreme Court ruled on a property tax notice case involving Greenwich Retail, LLC and the town of Greenwich, impacting property owners.

Court rules South Carolina's absentee voting law unconstitutional

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals finds South Carolina's absentee voting restrictions violate the Constitution, impacting voters under 65.

Texas Court of Appeals rules on new trial in Esquivel case

The Texas Court of Appeals conditionally granted a writ of mandamus in the Esquivel case, impacting future trial court rulings on new trials.

Texas Court denies mandamus petition in Ennett case

The Texas Court of Appeals denied Lashonda Ennett's petition for a writ of mandamus, impacting her ongoing legal battle against the state.

Court rules on arbitration rights in class action case

The Seventh Circuit affirms a lower court's ruling that Club Exploria waived its right to compel arbitration in a class action lawsuit.

Court rules Schaumburg waived right to arbitration in suit

The Seventh Circuit Court ruled that the Village of Schaumburg waived its right to arbitration against Permasteelisa North America in a construction dispute.

Court rules on Venezuela case, remands for proper process

The Eleventh Circuit vacates a judgment against Venezuela in a case involving Simón Bolívar artifacts, requiring adherence to legal protocols.

Fifth Circuit Court Rules on Quadvest Water Case

The Fifth Circuit upheld a ruling favoring the San Jacinto River Authority in a dispute with Quadvest over groundwater usage contracts.

Fifth Circuit Denies Rehearing in Augillard Firearm Case

The Fifth Circuit denied a rehearing request in the case of Julius Augillard, impacting firearm possession laws and sentencing enhancements.

Court reverses ruling on inmate's medical grievance case

The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals overturned a lower court's ruling, allowing an inmate's medical grievance case to proceed.

Fifth Circuit reverses Wessinger's death penalty relief

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a lower court's decision to grant Todd Wessinger relief from his death sentence, affecting his legal battle.

Eighth Circuit Dismisses Appeal in Taff v. DuBuc Case

The Eighth Circuit dismisses Brian DuBuc's appeal regarding a property easement case with implications for jurisdiction and class actions.

Court affirms dismissal of defamation case against media

The Seventh Circuit Court affirms the dismissal of Brett Soloway's defamation lawsuit against ALM Global over articles about his departure from Cushman.

Montana Supreme Court affirms parental rights termination

The Montana Supreme Court upheld the termination of T.J.S.'s parental rights over A.M.S., impacting family law and adoption proceedings.

Hawaii Court Rules on Medical Malpractice Case Appeal

Hawaii court rules on medical malpractice case, impacting liability standards for hospitals and doctors in negligence cases.

Court reverses dismissal of negligence claims against hospital

The Court of Appeals of Georgia reversed a trial court's dismissal of Brenda Clark's negligence claims against Northeast Georgia Medical Center.

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