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Puerto Rico court modifies ruling on property contract dispute

The Court of Appeals of Puerto Rico modifies a ruling involving a property contract dispute, affecting local municipalities and property buyers.

Puerto Rico court denies lawyer's request to take deposition

The Puerto Rico Court of Appeals denied José Miguel Pérez Villanueva's request to take a deposition in his case against Pablo Roldán Cordero.

Puerto Rico court upholds denial of parole for inmate

The Puerto Rico Court of Appeals confirmed the denial of parole for John Albert Álvarez Chevalier, who is serving a lengthy sentence for serious crimes.

Puerto Rico court reverses ruling on construction taxes dispute

The Court of Appeals of Puerto Rico reversed a ruling on construction taxes imposed by the Municipality of Adjuntas on JJ Service, LLC.

Puerto Rico court rules on security services contract dispute

The Puerto Rico Court of Appeals overturned a contract award to Bridge Security, citing due process violations in the bidding process.

Puerto Rico court rules on inheritance dispute case

The Puerto Rico Court of Appeals ruled in an inheritance dispute involving Félix Albert Lebrón Yero and his relatives, impacting future estate cases.

Puerto Rico court rules against Clínica Yagüez in funding dispute

A Puerto Rico court upheld a ruling that denied Clínica Yagüez's claim for $430,000 in funding from the Municipality of Guánica related to a health contract.

Puerto Rico court rules on condo maintenance fees dispute

The Puerto Rico Court of Appeals ruled in a case involving unpaid condo maintenance fees and service disconnections, affecting homeowners and condo associations.

Puerto Rico court dismisses appeal for parole eligibility

The Puerto Rico Court of Appeals dismissed Alejandro Ovalles Mejía's appeal for parole due to lack of jurisdiction, impacting his immigration detainer.

Court rules on pension fund case against UPR officials

The Court of Appeals of Puerto Rico denies a request to dismiss a lawsuit against UPR officials regarding pension fund mismanagement.

Puerto Rico court reverses decision on debt settlement case

A Puerto Rico court reversed a lower court's ruling on a debt settlement case, impacting Bosco IX Overseas and the heirs of Ana Vilma Figueroa Román.

Puerto Rico court clarifies discovery rules in child support case

A Puerto Rico court ruled on discovery limits in a child support case, emphasizing the importance of relevance over strict time limits.

Puerto Rico court modifies ruling on agricultural contract case

Court of Appeals of Puerto Rico modifies ruling in contract dispute involving agricultural assistance programs, impacting future claims.

Puerto Rico court rules on telecom tower construction case

The Puerto Rico Court of Appeals ruled on a case involving a telecom tower construction dispute, impacting local residents and developers.

Texas Court Denies Mandamus Petition from Noyes Livingston

The Texas Court of Appeals denied Noyes Burton Livingston IV's petition for writ of mandamus regarding a sheriff's auction of his property.

Texas Court of Appeals affirms ruling on community supervision

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld the ruling on Aaron Ray Morris's community supervision violations, impacting future cases of similar nature.

Texas Court dismisses mandamus petition by Darrell Harper

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed Darrell Harper's mandamus petition due to late filing, impacting vexatious litigants in Texas.

Texas Appeals Court Dismisses Boyd's Writ of Prohibition

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed Giambi Boyd's writ of prohibition, ruling it moot after his trial concluded.

Texas Court of Appeals rules on negligence case against city

The Texas Court of Appeals reversed a lower court's ruling in a negligence case involving the City of Houston and a bus accident.

Texas court affirms conviction for felon firearm possession

The Texas Court of Appeals upheld a conviction for Aaron Jarod Bryant, affirming charges of firearm possession by a felon and evidence tampering.

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