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Ohio court reverses obstructing official business conviction

The Ohio Court of Appeals reversed Jason Conrad's conviction for obstructing official business, citing jury instruction errors.

Ohio Court rules in favor of landscaping company in contract case

The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld a lower court's ruling favoring Mark's Pro Services in a breach of contract case against Alan Pearlman.

Ohio court rules on divorce-related fraud claims in Fusco case

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed part of a ruling in the Fusco divorce case, addressing jurisdiction and sanctions for fraud claims.

Georgia court dismisses Micah Carty's unemployment appeal

The Georgia Court of Appeals dismisses Micah Carty's appeal for unemployment benefits due to procedural issues, affecting future claims.

Michigan Supreme Court rules on negligence case involving injury

The Michigan Supreme Court reversed lower court rulings in a negligence case involving an injury at Stanton Park Apartments, affecting tenant safety.

Michigan Supreme Court rules on trust assets and creditors

The Michigan Supreme Court clarifies the treatment of trust assets for creditor claims in the Fowler estate case, impacting future trust litigation.

Tennessee Supreme Court Disbars Lawyer for Misconduct

The Tennessee Supreme Court disbarred attorney Connie Reguli for years of misconduct, including intimidation of judges and defiance of court orders.

Maryland Court Rules on Voluntariness of Custodial Statements

The Maryland Court of Appeals affirms a ruling regarding the admissibility of a defendant's custodial statement in a murder case.

Court upholds partial closure during drug trial of Ellis

The Fourth Circuit affirms the partial closure of a courtroom during Tamarcus Ellis's drug trial, citing witness intimidation concerns.

Court reverses decision on Jeffrey Hineman's appeal

The Seventh Circuit Court reversed a lower court's ruling granting Jeffrey Hineman federal habeas relief in a child sexual assault case.

Court upholds firing of Chicago firefighter over Facebook posts

The Seventh Circuit affirms the dismissal of firefighter Sam Inendino for offensive social media posts, ruling they did not protect free speech.

Seventh Circuit Court Vacates Clearview AI Settlement Approval

The Seventh Circuit vacated the approval of a class-action settlement involving Clearview AI, citing inadequate representation for class members.

Court rules against text message claims under TCPA

The Seventh Circuit Court affirms dismissal of a class action against Blackstone Medical Services over unwanted text messages.

Court affirms interest rate for tax claim in bankruptcy case

The Seventh Circuit Court ruled on the interest rate for a tax claim in a bankruptcy case, affecting property owners and tax purchasers in Illinois.

Court affirms ruling in Rush v. GreatBanc Trust Company

The Seventh Circuit Court upheld a decision favoring GreatBanc Trust Company in a case involving fiduciary duties under ERISA.

Court affirms ruling on age discrimination case against DHS

The Seventh Circuit Court upheld a ruling against Derrick McCoy, affirming DHS's decision on his employment suitability.

Court revives Agee family's equal protection claims against police

The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals revives equal protection claims by Jacqueline Agee and her son against Indiana police officers.

Court upholds ruling in fatal fire lawsuit against pump maker

The Third Circuit Court affirms a ruling favoring Carlisle Fluid Technologies in a lawsuit over a fatal fire, finding no duty to train workers on safety.

Seventh Circuit Court suspends appeal in Carter case

The Seventh Circuit Court has suspended Robert Carter's appeal, allowing a district judge to decide on a potential extension for his late filing.

Court rules on Fair Credit Reporting Act case appeal

The Tenth Circuit Court reverses a lower court's ruling in a case involving identity theft and credit reporting under the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

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