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Court affirms ruling in inmate's mental health case

The Seventh Circuit upheld a ruling in a case involving an inmate's mental health care, affirming the dismissal of claims against prison officials.

Seventh Circuit upholds sentence for felon in possession case

The Seventh Circuit affirms Larry Doss's sentence for firearm possession, ruling his prior sexual battery conviction qualifies as a crime of violence.

Court rules against Carrin estate in medical neglect case

The Eleventh Circuit Court affirms dismissal of a case against prison officials over medical neglect leading to inmate's death.

Ninth Circuit Rules on Warrantless Searches in Pereda Case

The Ninth Circuit reversed a lower court's ruling on warrantless searches of Binisio Nicolas Pereda's trailer and truck, impacting parolee search rights.

Eighth Circuit affirms sentence for false firearm statement

The Eighth Circuit upheld Gregory Berry's 48-month sentence for making a false statement in acquiring a firearm, impacting gun ownership laws.

Second Circuit Court Reverses Summary Judgment in ADA Case

The Second Circuit Court vacated a summary judgment in a disability discrimination case involving Sean R. Raymond and the 1199SEIU National Benefit Fund.

Texas Court Upholds Termination of Mother's Parental Rights

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed the termination of a mother's parental rights to her child, citing endangerment and lack of reasonable accommodations.

Texas Court upholds civil commitment of Charles Emmons

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms the civil commitment of Charles Richard Emmons as a sexually violent predator under the SVP Act.

Texas Court denies Yucob Rylander's mandamus petition

The Texas Court of Appeals denied Yucob Rylander's petition challenging a vexatious litigant order, impacting his ability to file lawsuits.

Texas Court dismisses appeal in evading arrest case

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed Michael Hernandez's appeal for lack of jurisdiction after a guilty plea in an evading arrest case.

Texas Court of Appeals rules on deadly conduct case

The Texas Court of Appeals ruled on James Michael Sotelo's appeal regarding his convictions for murder and deadly conduct, impacting court costs.

Texas Court dismisses appeal in child custody case

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal due to the appellant's failure to file necessary documents, impacting child custody proceedings.

Texas Court Affirms Dismissal of Child Support Motions

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld a lower court's dismissal of motions filed by a father regarding child support, impacting his financial obligations.

Texas Court dismisses appeal in parent-child relationship case

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal regarding a parent-child relationship due to a late filing, affecting the involved parties.

Texas Court rules on teacher's leave policy dispute

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld a ruling regarding leave policies for assaulted teachers, impacting educators' rights statewide.

Texas Court Reverses Temporary Injunction Against Clinics

The Texas Court of Appeals reversed a temporary injunction against Maria Rojas and her clinics, citing insufficient evidence for the State's claims.

Texas Court modifies fine in deadly conduct case ruling

The Texas Court of Appeals modifies a fine in Dana Joy Jones' case, affirming the trial court's decision on deadly conduct charges.

Texas Court dismisses appeal in Dawson estate case

The Texas Court of Appeals dismisses an appeal regarding the estate of Mary Louise Dawson after parties reached a settlement agreement.

Texas Court upholds termination of mother's parental rights

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms the termination of a mother's parental rights in a case involving her child, T.L.F., citing clear evidence.

Texas Court denies Sereivandy Kim's mandamus petition

The Texas Court of Appeals denied Sereivandy Kim's petition for a writ of mandamus against Malyda Kong and Conroe Top Food LLC.

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