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Oregon court rules on father's appeal in adoption case

An Oregon court vacated a juvenile court's adoption plan for a child, ruling the father did not receive proper notice for a key hearing.

Texas court rules on jurisdiction in trust dispute case

The Texas Court of Appeals affirms a ruling denying a special appearance by a trustee in a dispute over mineral interests and royalties.

Court affirms jurisdiction in Braille Institute estate case

Texas court rules on jurisdiction in Braille Institute case involving mineral rights and estate claims.

Texas Court dismisses appeal in Weaver Government case

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal by Weaver Government Solutions and Raymundo Monroy, ordering them to pay costs.

Court rules on indemnification in Selis v. Town of N. Hempstead

The New York court ruled that the Jewish Association must indemnify the Town for damages in a personal injury case involving an employee's fall.

Court dismisses breach of contract claims in Mount Kisco case

The New York Appellate Division upheld the dismissal of breach of contract claims by Town & Country Adult Living against Mount Kisco, affecting senior housing.

Court revives medical malpractice case against NYU Winthrop

The New York Appellate Division reinstates a medical malpractice case involving a delayed cesarean section at NYU Winthrop Hospital, impacting patient rights.

Court rules on attorney fees in defamation case Paukman v. Kaplan

The New York Appellate Division upheld a ruling awarding $17,100 in attorney fees to defendants in a defamation lawsuit filed by Joseph Paukman.

Court affirms estate settlement in Matter of Solomon case

The New York Appellate Division upheld a decree settling the estate of Agatha Solomon, affecting creditors and estate administrators.

Court upholds dismissal of medical malpractice case against nursing home

The New York court affirms dismissal of a malpractice lawsuit against FSNR SNF, LLC, involving claims of negligence and wrongful death.

Court reverses ruling in Kellman v. Diaz personal injury case

New York court reverses summary judgment in Kellman v. Diaz, allowing personal injury claims to proceed after motor vehicle accident.

Court upholds ruling in personal injury case against NYCTA

The New York Appellate Division affirms a ruling allowing a personal injury case against the New York City Transit Authority to proceed.

Court rules against woman in sidewalk trip-and-fall case

The New York Appellate Division dismisses a trip-and-fall lawsuit after the plaintiff fails to identify the cause of her fall.

Texas Court affirms dismissal of property tax appeal case

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld a lower court's dismissal of a property tax appeal by Zachary Sadeghian, citing jurisdictional issues.

Florida court reverses attorney fee award in insurance case

A Florida court reverses a judgment awarding attorney fees to Quality Mold Finders Corp. from Citizens Property Insurance Corporation.

Florida court rules on insurance fee dispute case

The Florida court affirms a judgment in an insurance fee dispute, emphasizing the need for timely objections in appeals.

Court dismisses wrongful termination claim against WMATA

A court ruled against Rainie Carter's wrongful termination claim against WMATA, stating she failed to prove retaliation for reporting a firearm.

Texas Court dismisses appeal for unpaid filing fees

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed Denise Mota's appeal due to failure to pay required filing fees, impacting her legal case against Amada Matamoros.

NH Supreme Court rules against lakefront cottage expansion

The NH Supreme Court reverses a zoning board's decision allowing a cottage expansion, impacting local property values and zoning laws.

Connecticut Supreme Court rules on foster parents' appeal

The Connecticut Supreme Court reversed a trial court's decision regarding the foster parents' motion to open the adoption of a minor child.

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