Connecticut court upholds termination of mother's parental rights
The Connecticut Appellate Court affirmed the termination of a mother's parental rights, citing her failure to rehabilitate and the best interests of the children.
Ohio Appeals Court Upholds Consecutive Sentences for Butler
The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms Jordan Butler's consecutive sentences for rape, ruling the trial court followed legal procedures correctly.
Ohio Court Affirms Termination of Mother's Parental Rights
The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld a ruling terminating a mother's parental rights due to her failure to meet rehabilitation goals.
Ohio Court denies return of seized laptop in Porrini case
The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld a lower court's decision denying Matthew Porrini's request for the return of his seized laptop, citing legal procedures.
Ohio Court rules on expungement case of Shirley Cline
The Ohio Court of Appeals reversed a lower court's decision, allowing Shirley Cline's traffic offense to be expunged, impacting her criminal record.
Oklahoma court rules against cyclist in injury lawsuit
The Oklahoma Court of Civil Appeals upheld a ruling favoring Tulsa Tough, Inc. in a negligence case involving a cyclist injured during a race.
Court rules on Khobar Towers bombing lawsuit against Iran
A U.S. court rules on a lawsuit against Iran for the 1996 Khobar Towers bombing, affecting servicemembers and their families seeking justice.
Wyoming Supreme Court affirms divorce decree in Idler case
The Wyoming Supreme Court upheld a divorce decree granting sole custody to Ashley Idler and limiting Joshua Idler's visitation rights.
Michigan Supreme Court rules on defendant's right to counsel
The Michigan Supreme Court reversed Richard Klungle's convictions, affirming his right to maintain innocence in court. The ruling impacts future cases.
First Circuit upholds Rey David Fulcar's convictions
The First Circuit Court affirms Rey David Fulcar's convictions while addressing sentencing enhancements and plea agreement issues.
Court affirms denial of disability benefits for Liapis
The Seventh Circuit upheld a ruling denying Dimitrios Liapis disability benefits, citing harmless errors in the ALJ's analysis of medical opinions.
Eighth Circuit upholds sentence for felon in gun case
The Eighth Circuit Court affirms Dymond Hayden's sentence for illegal firearm possession, ruling his past conviction qualifies as a crime of violence.
Seventh Circuit upholds warrantless search of cell phones
The Seventh Circuit ruled on a case involving Daniel Eta, affirming the warrantless search of his cell phones at the airport as constitutional.
Court Transfers FOIA Case to District of Columbia
A federal court transfers a FOIA case to D.C. after venue issues arise, affecting the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Massachusetts Supreme Court rules on workers' comp rates
The court addressed disputes over workers' compensation rate changes proposed by the WCRIB and the Insurance Commissioner's decisions.
Indiana Court of Appeals rules on lifetime parole in plea deal
The Indiana Court of Appeals reversed a decision on Zachary Parksey's plea deal, emphasizing the need for awareness of lifetime parole consequences.
Texas Court Denies Mandamus Petition by Shawn Olali
The Texas Court of Appeals denied Shawn Olali's mandamus petition while granting his request to proceed without fees.
Texas Court Denies Mandamus Petition by Rodriguez and Others
The Texas Court of Appeals denied a writ of mandamus filed by Henry Rodriguez and others, citing insufficient evidence for relief.
Texas Court dismisses Vargas-Lopez mandamus petition
The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed Tania Vargas-Lopez's petition for a writ of mandamus against the University of Texas System for lack of jurisdiction.
Texas Court dismisses Obeginski's mandamus petition
The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed Scott Obeginski's petition for a writ of mandamus against the Montgomery County District Clerk.