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New Mexico Supreme Court Rules on Speedy Trial Rights

The New Mexico Supreme Court ruled that Brandon Villalobos' right to a speedy trial was violated after nearly six years of pretrial incarceration.

Court of Appeals rules on jurisdiction in arbitral award case

The Third Circuit Court of Appeals vacates a lower court's dismissal of a case involving the enforcement of a foreign arbitral award.

Court vacates ruling on bail hearings for indigent defendants

The Eighth Circuit Court vacated a ruling on bail hearings, impacting indigent defendants' rights to counsel in Arkansas.

Eighth Circuit Court reverses lower court in Brake Plus case

The Eighth Circuit Court ruled in favor of Brake Plus NWA, Inc. against the NHTSA, impacting vehicle safety regulations and aftermarket products.

Court upholds Zoltek's dismissal of employee disability claims

The Eighth Circuit affirms Zoltek's summary judgment in a disability and discrimination case involving Angela Kendall.

Eighth Circuit affirms felon firearm possession ruling

The Eighth Circuit upheld the constitutionality of firearm possession laws for felons in a case involving George Richardson and Aaron Pepple.

Court rules on attorney fees in Philadelphia RTKL case

The Pennsylvania court ruled that attorney fee petitions must be filed within 30 days after a final order in Right-to-Know Law cases.

Michigan Court of Appeals rules on tax exemption case

The Michigan Court of Appeals ruled on a tax exemption case involving Rehab & Mobility Systems LLC and the Department of Treasury.

Florida Court Affirms Ruling in Oba Charles Carter Case

The Fifth District Court of Appeal affirms a ruling in the case of Oba Charles Carter v. State of Florida, impacting future legal proceedings.

Court rules Boeing liable for birth defects from chemicals

Washington court rules Boeing can be liable for birth defects caused by hazardous workplace chemicals affecting employee's reproductive health.

Georgia Court Denies Emergency Motion in Bradley Case

The Court of Appeals of Georgia denied an emergency motion by William Paul Bradley Jr. regarding trial court proceedings on May 18, 2026.

Georgia Court Dismisses Appeal in Brown v. Allen Case

The Court of Appeals of Georgia dismissed Sarah Brown's appeal against Devonte Marquett Allen due to untimeliness and improper filing.

Georgia Court Grants Interlocutory Appeal in Leavy Case

The Georgia Court of Appeals has granted an interlocutory appeal in the case of Leavy v. Cornelius, allowing further legal proceedings to continue.

Tennessee Court Dismisses Slander Claim in Construction Dispute

The Tennessee Court of Appeals upheld a lower court's decision to dismiss a slander claim involving a construction contract dispute.

Indiana Court rules on emotional distress claims in malpractice case

The Indiana Court of Appeals ruled on a case involving emotional distress claims by a mother after her newborn died due to medical malpractice.

Idaho Supreme Court vacates conviction in strangulation case

The Idaho Supreme Court vacated Michael Hinkel's conviction for attempted strangulation, citing improper testimony from police officers.

Rhode Island Supreme Court rules in mortgage dispute case

The Rhode Island Supreme Court affirms a lower court ruling in a mortgage dispute between Arturo P. Batac and Wells Fargo, impacting consumer rights.

West Virginia Court Grants Writ of Habeas Corpus for Butler

The West Virginia Supreme Court rules on Sonté Butler's habeas corpus petition, impacting pre-indictment detention standards.

Court dismisses Cortez's claims against Marco Rubio

The Fifth Circuit Court dismissed Hector Cortez's claims against the U.S. Department of State, affecting his passport eligibility.

West Virginia Court Addresses Long-Standing Plea Agreement Case

The West Virginia Supreme Court ruled on a plea agreement case involving Richard William Page, impacting future plea negotiations.

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