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Texas Court dismisses appeal in drug possession case

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed William Kenneth Ball's appeal after he waived his right to appeal in a plea bargain agreement.

Texas Court denies TechPro Constructions' mandamus petition

The Texas Court of Appeals denied TechPro Constructions' petition regarding trial court's consolidation orders, impacting ongoing legal disputes.

Texas court rules on work product privilege in mandamus case

Texas Court of Appeals grants Triple C Project Services' petition for writ of mandamus, protecting privileged work product in negligence case.

Texas Court Denies Assemblies of God Mandamus Petition

The Texas Court of Appeals denies a petition from the Assemblies of God to stop a second deposition in an ongoing legal dispute.

Texas Court of Appeals upholds inmate's takings claim denial

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms a lower court's ruling denying John Eric Anderson's takings claim against the state, affecting parole policies.

Texas Court Rules on Administrator's Commission Dispute

The Texas Court of Appeals reversed a probate court ruling, allowing an administrator's commission on estate cash receipts despite realtor fees.

Texas Court dismisses appeal due to late filing by defendant

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed Alexander Henderson's appeal for failing to file on time, affecting his bond forfeiture case.

Texas Court Rules on Termination of Parental Rights Case

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms the termination of parental rights in a case involving a mother's suicide attempt and a grandfather's failed custody bid.

Texas court dismisses appeal in parental rights case

A Texas court dismissed a mother's appeal to terminate her parental rights due to lack of jurisdiction, affecting her relationship with two children.

Texas Court Rules on Whistleblower Case Against School District

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms a ruling allowing Joseph Palazzolo's whistleblower claim against Fort Worth ISD to proceed, impacting public employee rights.

Texas Court reverses dismissal of Eric Ellis's lawsuit

The Texas Court of Appeals reversed the dismissal of Eric Ellis's lawsuit against the City of Fort Worth, citing lack of proper notice.

Texas Court dismisses parental rights appeal in L.Q. case

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal regarding parental rights, impacting the children involved and future cases.

Ohio Court rules on homeowners' rental rights dispute

The Ohio Court of Appeals reverses a lower court ruling on short-term rental restrictions, impacting homeowners and property associations.

Court dismisses will contest by ex-wife of David Brown

The Texas Court of Appeals ruled that Valeriya Ruzynska lacks standing to contest the will of her ex-husband David Luke Brown.

Texas Court Denies Mandamus Petition in Eviction Case

The Texas Court of Appeals denies Marcus Muhammad-Toure's petition for a writ of mandamus in an eviction case, affecting his housing situation.

Texas court dismisses appeal in emergency services case

A Texas court dismissed an appeal involving Harris County Emergency Services District No. 11 after the parties reached a settlement.

Texas Court dismisses divorce case over residency dispute

A Texas court upheld the dismissal of a divorce case due to lack of residency, impacting Chris and Shannon Rullman's legal battle.

Court modifies damage award in Kiss v. State Farm case

Texas Court of Appeals modifies damage award to $14,500 in Kiss v. State Farm, affirming some claims while reducing others.

Texas Court of Appeals rules on pre-suit deposition case

The Texas Court of Appeals ruled on a case involving a pre-suit deposition request related to abortion funding, impacting future legal actions.

Texas Court Rules in Favor of Attorney in Insurance Case

The Texas Court of Appeals dismisses claims against attorney Daniel Weltin, citing lack of personal jurisdiction in Homeport Insurance dispute.

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