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Ohio court affirms custody ruling for children in drug case

The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld a ruling granting permanent custody of two children to Stark County JFS due to parental drug use issues.

Ohio court affirms custody decision for two minor children

The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld a ruling granting permanent custody of two children to Stark County JFS, citing the parents' ongoing issues.

California Court Rules on Antitrust Case Against MultiPlan

The California Court of Appeal reverses a lower court's ruling, allowing VHS Liquidating Trust's antitrust claims against MultiPlan to proceed.

Hawaii court dismisses appeal in land management case

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals dismissed Jacquelyn Hall's appeal in a land management case due to untimeliness, impacting land use disputes.

Texas Court denies Camille Gray's petition for mandamus relief

The Texas Court of Appeals denied Camille Gray's petition for mandamus and emergency motion to stay a court setting, impacting her ongoing legal case.

Texas Court Denies Mandamus Petition from Susan Hamilton

The Texas Court of Appeals denied Susan Hamilton's petition for writ of mandamus, affecting her legal efforts against the state.

Texas Court rules on divorce and child custody case

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld a divorce decree affecting custody and name change for a child, impacting family dynamics.

Tax Court Rules on Partnership Filing Deadline Dispute

The U.S. Tax Court ruled on a case involving Kings Road Property, LLC, affecting how deadlines for tax filings are interpreted and enforced.

Court rules in defamation case involving lawyer Passantino

A federal court dismissed defamation claims by lawyer Stefan Passantino against Andrew Weissmann over a social media post, impacting reputations.

Hawaii Supreme Court Rules on Toxic Tort Case Causation

The Hawaii Supreme Court clarifies causation standards in toxic tort cases, impacting workers exposed to harmful substances.

Hawaii Supreme Court Rules on Toxic Tort Case Appeals

The Hawaii Supreme Court affirms a ruling in a long-standing toxic tort case involving banana workers and pesticide exposure.

Illinois court rules on plea withdrawal in Smith case

The Illinois Appellate Court reversed a lower court's ruling, allowing Rashawn Smith to seek withdrawal of his guilty plea regarding weapon charges.

Georgia Court Denies Appeal in Thaddeus Tyrrell Smith Case

The Georgia Court of Appeals denies discretionary appeal for Thaddeus Tyrrell Smith, impacting his legal options moving forward.

Illinois court affirms 50-year sentence for Antawan Johnson

The Illinois Appellate Court upheld Antawan Johnson's murder conviction and 50-year sentence, addressing claims of ineffective counsel and postconviction procedures.

Georgia Court Denies Appeal in Jarrett v. Target Case

The Court of Appeals of Georgia denied an appeal in the case of Patrina Jarrett against Target Corporation, affecting liability disputes.

Georgia Court Denies Appeal in Thaddeus Smith Case

The Court of Appeals of Georgia denied Thaddeus Tyrell Smith's appeal, impacting his ongoing legal battle against the state.

Delaware Supreme Court dismisses Pulliam's appeal for noncompliance

The Delaware Supreme Court dismissed Joshua Pulliam's appeal due to failure to comply with court instructions regarding filing fees and forms.

Oklahoma Supreme Court rules on negligence case against Wal-Mart

The Oklahoma Supreme Court reversed a negligence ruling against Wal-Mart, stating prior fall evidence was inadmissible, impacting future slip-and-fall cases.

Colorado Supreme Court Rules on Ski Resort Liability Waiver

The Colorado Supreme Court upheld a liability waiver signed by a snowboarder, impacting future claims against ski resorts for injuries.

Court denies petition for full restitution from fraudster's assets

The Second Circuit ruled against victims seeking full restitution from Martin Silver's assets, citing compliance with a payment schedule.

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