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New York court upholds sentence in People v. Joseph case

The New York Appellate Division affirms the sentence in People v. Joseph, ruling that the defendant waived his right to appeal.

New York Court Rules Mortgage Foreclosure Case is Time-Barred

A New York appellate court ruled that a mortgage foreclosure case is time-barred, affecting the Aucapina family and similar cases.

Court rules on Nimkoff v. Waldbaum legal dispute in New York

The New York court addressed claims of malicious prosecution and defamation in the Nimkoff v. Waldbaum case, impacting involved parties and legal precedents.

Court denies Rosario's late claim against NYC Housing Authority

The Appellate Division ruled against Manuel Rosario's late claim against the NYC Housing Authority, impacting future claims against public entities.

New York court affirms neglect ruling against father in custody case

A New York court upheld a ruling that a father neglected his children due to domestic violence and untreated mental health issues.

Court upholds dismissal of father's custody modification request

The New York Appellate Division affirms dismissal of a father's petition for parental access, citing lack of evidence for a change in circumstances.

Court grants father sole custody in Carrington v. Pepitone case

A New York court ruled in favor of a father for sole custody of a child, modifying parental access rights for the mother in a custody dispute.

Court denies petition to compel judge in mortgage case

New York court rules against Yashua Ank Bey El in a case to compel a judge to act on a mortgage dispute. The ruling impacts access to legal remedies.

Court rules on medical malpractice case involving hospital care

The New York Appellate Division ruled on a medical malpractice case involving Mary Hidalgo and Dr. Borimir Darakchiev, impacting future malpractice claims.

Court rules against plaintiff in vehicle accident case

A New York court rules in favor of EAN Holdings in a vehicle accident case, affirming summary judgment against the plaintiff's claims.

Court upholds dismissal in veterinary malpractice case

The New York Appellate Division rules on a veterinary malpractice case, affirming dismissal due to lack of personal jurisdiction and untimely service.

Court upholds dismissal of mortgage foreclosure case in NY

The New York Appellate Division affirms a lower court's dismissal of a mortgage foreclosure case involving Bayview Loan Servicing and Yehuda Mosbacher.

New York court rules against Apex Bank in foreclosure case

Apex Bank loses appeal in mortgage foreclosure case against Fasulo-Brancaleone, affecting future attorney fee awards in similar disputes.

Court rules on Apex Bank foreclosure case, denies fees to defendants

The New York Appellate Division ruled on Apex Bank's foreclosure case, denying additional attorney fees to defendants Fasulo-Brancaleone.

Florida court affirms decision in Ebeh v. Reemployment case

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed a decision involving Hope Ebeh and the Reemployment Assistance Appeals Commission.

Court dismisses lawsuit against Republic of Croatia

A U.S. court dismissed a case by Ljiljana Segedin against Croatia, citing violations of federal pleading rules. The ruling affects her claims for damages.

Court denies Jamal Fleming's sentence modification request

The District Court denied Jamal Fleming's request to reduce his sentence, citing a recent amendment to sentencing guidelines.

Court rules on negligence claim against transit authority

A court ruled on a negligence claim against WMATA after a bus door closed on a passenger's leg. The ruling affects future transit safety cases.

Court dismisses tenant's lawsuit against landlord over lease terms

A D.C. court ruled that a tenant lacks standing to sue her landlord over lease terms requiring payment of attorney fees, remanding the case.

South Dakota Supreme Court rules on life insurance dispute

The South Dakota Supreme Court ruled in a case involving a life insurance policy and insurable interest, impacting estate law and beneficiaries.

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