Ohio court reverses name change denial for minor child
An Ohio court reversed a lower ruling denying a mother's request to change her child's last name, citing the father's lack of opposition.
Ohio court denies appeal in roofing contract dispute case
The Ohio Court of Appeals denied an appeal in a roofing contract dispute, affirming the lower court's dismissal of the case.
Alaska Court of Appeals Revives Frankson's Sentencing Dispute
The Alaska Court of Appeals ruled on Nick Frankson's sentencing agreement, emphasizing the need for personal affirmation of guilty pleas and addressing prosecutorial conduct.
Florida court rules on insurance settlement dispute case
A Florida court reversed a decision regarding attorney fees in an insurance settlement case, impacting how claims are handled post-insolvency.
Ohio court affirms police lieutenant's suspension ruling
The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld a ruling that reinstated a police lieutenant with a suspension after his termination for mishandling child abuse tips.
Court Rules Against Employee in Overtime Pay Dispute
A D.C. court ruled on an overtime pay case involving Nia Lucas and the SBA, denying her claims for unpaid wages during a government shutdown.
Court dismisses challenge to Tennessee death penalty review
A federal court dismissed a lawsuit challenging the Tennessee death penalty review process, citing lack of jurisdiction over the claims.
Florida Court Affirms Ruling in Wilson v. Boehringer Case
The Florida District Court of Appeal upheld a ruling in the case of Wilson v. Boehringer Ingelheim, impacting pharmaceutical liability.
Ohio Supreme Court rules on public records request case
The Ohio Supreme Court upheld a ruling regarding public records requests, affirming the dismissal of a case involving statutory damages.
Vermont Supreme Court suspends attorney for misconduct
The Vermont Supreme Court has placed attorney Stephen Girdwood on interim suspension due to misconduct in New Hampshire, affecting his legal practice.
Delaware Supreme Court dismisses appeal by Derrick Legree
The Delaware Supreme Court dismissed Derrick Legree's appeal due to his failure to file an opening brief, impacting his legal options.
Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules on Informed Consent for Unborn
The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled that unborn children can be considered patients under informed consent laws, impacting medical liability.
New Mexico Supreme Court Removes Judge for Misconduct
The New Mexico Supreme Court has removed Judge Brent A. Detsoi from the bench for willful misconduct in a series of criminal cases.
Kansas Supreme Court rules on search warrant case
The Kansas Supreme Court reversed a lower court's decision, affirming the validity of a search warrant in a drug case against Megan Gardner.
Kansas Supreme Court upholds murder sentence for Alford
The Kansas Supreme Court affirmed Brent L. Alford's murder sentence, rejecting his claims of an illegal sentence under state law.
Kansas Supreme Court rules on wrongful conviction case
The Kansas Supreme Court upheld a ruling on Josue Arita's wrongful conviction claim, clarifying standards for compensation under state law.
Maine Supreme Court upholds invalidation of petition signatures
The Maine Supreme Judicial Court ruled to uphold the invalidation of signatures collected for a proposed school sports bill, impacting future initiatives.
Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules on Attorney General's Funds
The Wisconsin Supreme Court rules on how uncommitted settlement funds are handled by the Attorney General, impacting state budget practices.
Nebraska Supreme Court rules on insurance liability case
The Nebraska Supreme Court addressed a garnishment case involving insurance liability, impacting future claims for coverage in similar cases.
Nebraska Supreme Court rules on Burries' postconviction appeal
The Nebraska Supreme Court affirms the denial of Anthony Burries' postconviction relief, impacting his first-degree murder conviction.