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New York court accepts attorney's resignation from bar

The Appellate Division of New York accepted Dustin Berg's resignation from the bar, removing his name from the roll of attorneys.

New York court accepts attorney's resignation from practice

The Appellate Division of New York accepted Michael Allen's resignation, removing him from the roll of attorneys for non-disciplinary reasons.

Court rules on Labor Law case involving Militello Farms

New York court modifies ruling in Letersky v. Militello Farms, affecting Labor Law § 240 claims against Russo Development.

Court affirms ruling limiting witnesses in Gianna T. D. case

The New York Appellate Division upheld a decision to limit witness testimony in the case of Gianna T. D. v. 64 W. Chippewa Assoc. LLC.

New York court denies appeal for second trial exam in Fraser case

The New York Appellate Division upheld a lower court's decision denying a second examination before trial in the Fraser v. Cornelius case.

Texas Court dismisses appeals in child custody protective order

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed appeals related to protective orders in a child custody case, citing lack of jurisdiction.

Texas Court dismisses appeal in landlord-tenant dispute

Texas Court of Appeals dismisses appeal by landlords in a rent turnover case, affecting tenant payment disputes in Austin.

Texas court pauses appeal as parties reach settlement agreement

A Texas court has paused an appeal involving Dr. Rambod Charepoo and Jasmine Valdez after they reached a settlement agreement.

Texas Court remands case for missing findings in appeal

The Texas Court of Appeals has ordered a lower court to provide missing findings in a case involving Kayla Range and Portfolio Recovery Associates.

Texas Court dismisses divorce appeal for lack of action

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed Enrique Robledo's divorce appeal due to his failure to file necessary documents on time.

Ohio Court affirms property ownership in Roe v. Shutway case

The Ohio Court of Appeals ruled in Roe v. Shutway, affirming property ownership rights and clarifying deed interpretations.

Ohio Court upholds prostitution law in State v. Hill ruling

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms Howard Hill's conviction for prostitution, rejecting claims of constitutional violations.

Court rules on liability in Whelan v. Buffalo Housing Authority

The New York Appellate Division dismissed an appeal regarding liability in a personal injury case involving the Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority.

Court allows late claim against SUNY hospital for alleged injury

The court reversed a lower court's decision, allowing a late claim against SUNY Upstate Hospital for alleged excessive force and injury.

Court upholds ruling in Stache Invs. Corp. v. Ciolek case

The New York court affirms a ruling against Leonard Ciolek for failing to repay a loan, impacting future contract disputes over mutual mistakes.

New York court affirms felony contempt conviction for Wightman

The New York Appellate Division upheld Michael Wightman's felony contempt conviction, impacting future cases involving stay-away orders.

New York court upholds conviction of Danterius Stuckey

The Appellate Division affirms the conviction of Danterius Stuckey for attempted promoting prison contraband, denying his plea withdrawal request.

Court rules on appeal in People v. Stephens case

The New York Appellate Division addresses discovery violations in the People v. Stephens case, impacting the defendant's conviction.

New York court denies resentencing for Sean S. under DVSJA

The New York Appellate Division upheld the denial of Sean S.'s resentencing request under the Domestic Violence Survivors Justice Act after a 1999 crime.

Court rules against Towne Ford in vicarious liability case

The New York Appellate Division affirms a ruling against Towne Ford, impacting liability in vehicle accidents involving courtesy cars.

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