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Ohio Supreme Court accepts attorney's resignation amid probe

The Ohio Supreme Court accepted Carrie Marie Varner's resignation as an attorney while disciplinary action is pending against her.

Ohio Supreme Court suspends attorney for noncompliance

The Ohio Supreme Court suspended attorney Brent Clark Stobbs for failing to comply with a prior order, affecting his legal practice.

Ohio Supreme Court affirms lower court ruling in Hammons case

The Ohio Supreme Court upheld a lower court's decision in the State v. Hammons case, impacting legal precedents in the state.

Ohio Supreme Court Accepts Resignation of Attorney Putman

The Ohio Supreme Court accepted Timothy Putman's resignation amid pending disciplinary action, affecting his ability to practice law.

Minnesota Supreme Court mandates election judges for early voting

The Minnesota Supreme Court ruled that election judges must be appointed for early voting, impacting the upcoming 2026 general election.

Texas Court Denies Wesley Long's Mandamus Petition

The Texas Court of Appeals denied Wesley Long's petition for a writ of mandamus, citing failure to show entitlement to relief in his discovery motion.

Texas Court Denies City of Kemah's Mandamus Petition

The Texas Court of Appeals ruled against the City of Kemah's request to overturn a temporary restraining order in a business dispute.

Texas Court denies mandamus petition from Jay DeLeon

The Texas Court of Appeals denied Jay DeLeon's petition for writ of mandamus, affecting his ongoing legal battle with the State of Texas.

Court upholds conditional discharge revocation for Roney

The Fourth Circuit affirms the revocation of Danny Roney's conditional discharge after he violated a no-weapons condition.

Fifth Circuit rules on liability for marine accident case

The Fifth Circuit affirms a ruling on liability in a marine accident case involving Hunter Marine Group and injured employees.

Court Reverses Ruling in Savory v. Andrews Case on Immunity

The Seventh Circuit Court reversed a lower court's ruling, granting qualified immunity to police officers in the Savory v. Andrews case.

Court rules on Alcoa retiree healthcare benefits case

The Seventh Circuit Court affirms class certification in Kaiser v. Alcoa, impacting retiree healthcare benefits for thousands.

Seventh Circuit upholds dismissal of medical malpractice case

The Seventh Circuit affirms dismissal of Irma Herrera's medical malpractice case against the U.S. under the Federal Tort Claims Act.

Seventh Circuit Upholds Dismissal of Medical Malpractice Case

The Seventh Circuit Court affirms dismissal of Irma Herrera's medical malpractice claim against the U.S. government under the Federal Tort Claims Act.

Court revives Nashville property developer's lawsuit against city

The Sixth Circuit Court revives SW Nashville EB Owner's lawsuit against the city, claiming unconstitutional property taking and due process violations.

Fifth Circuit affirms revocation of Terrance Morgan's release

The Fifth Circuit upheld the revocation of Terrance Morgan's supervised release due to multiple violations, including drug use and domestic violence.

Tenth Circuit denies rehearing in Andrew v. Tinsley case

The Tenth Circuit denied a rehearing request in the Andrew v. Tinsley case, impacting the use of prejudicial evidence in trials.

D.C. Circuit dismisses PAHO's appeal over immunity claim

The D.C. Circuit dismissed an appeal from PAHO regarding a human trafficking lawsuit by Cuban doctors, impacting future immunity claims.

Court rules veterans can compete for federal jobs

The Federal Circuit Court ruled veterans employed by the government can compete for job promotions, impacting federal hiring practices.

Kentucky court rules against K.F.F. Enterprises in zoning case

The Kentucky Court of Appeals upheld the Boone Circuit Court's ruling against K.F.F. Enterprises, affirming the Bakery's zoning permit.

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