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Court rules on property tax dispute in Austin case

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals reverses lower court's dismissal in Harward v. City of Austin, affecting local property owners and taxation.

Court affirms broad no-contact order for convicted threat maker

The Sixth Circuit upheld a one-year ban on Garry Hayes contacting Congress after he threatened members, despite concerns over First Amendment rights.

Court rules on lottery winner's privacy case in Maine

The First Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a lower court's decision denying a lottery winner's request for trial closure and pseudonymity.

Georgia Court Dismisses Appeal in Apartment Dispute Case

The Georgia Court of Appeals dismisses Cortney Allen's appeal against Arden at South Point Apartments for jurisdictional issues and consent.

Georgia Court of Appeals rules on Sherman v. Folarin case

The Georgia Court of Appeals dismisses Quadarious Sherman's appeal against Benjamin Folarin due to lack of jurisdiction.

Ohio court upholds ruling against husband in divorce case

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms a ruling requiring a husband to pay his ex-wife for failing to meet mortgage obligations after their divorce.

Georgia Court dismisses Adonis McKisic's appeal request

The Court of Appeals of Georgia dismissed Adonis McKisic's appeal for an out-of-time motion for a new trial following his robbery and battery conviction.

Ohio Court dismisses petition for writ of procedendo

The Ohio Court of Appeals dismissed a petition from Bruce Miller, seeking action on post-judgment motions in his divorce case.

Ohio court reverses dismissal of property owner's counterclaim

The Ohio Court of Appeals has reversed a trial court's dismissal of Michael Messmore's counterclaim against Ravenna Township, impacting zoning disputes.

Ohio Court reverses trial court decision on unemployment appeal

The Ohio Court of Appeals reversed a trial court ruling, allowing Myron Phillips to continue his unemployment compensation appeal.

Ohio Court Rules on Tenant's Dispute Over Pet Fees

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms lower court rulings in Constellation Ohio v. McClain, impacting tenant rights and landlord obligations.

Ohio Court reverses disqualification of attorney in case

The Ohio Court of Appeals reversed a trial court's decision to disqualify an attorney, impacting the ongoing case between Heppner and Chardon Kitchen.

Florida court affirms ruling against Moszkowski in appeal

The Florida District Court of Appeal upheld a lower court's decision in Moszkowski v. Deepgulf, Inc. and Toke Oil and Gas, S.A., warning of sanctions.

Georgia Court Dismisses Rent Dispute Appeal as Untimely

The Georgia Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal from James Owensby due to late filing in a dispossessory action against Karen Hartley.

Georgia Court Denies Appeal in Landsman Divorce Case

The Georgia Court of Appeals has denied an appeal in the divorce case of David and Lindsay Landsman, impacting their ongoing legal dispute.

Court vacates $55,000 judgment in eviction case dispute

The Illinois Appellate Court vacated a $55,000 judgment against Robert Didiana in a commercial eviction case due to improper service.

Illinois court rules on wrongful death case involving adoption

The Illinois Appellate Court ruled that equitable adoption does not confer 'next of kin' status under the Wrongful Death Act in a recent case.

Hawaii court affirms ruling in landlord-tenant dispute

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals upheld a ruling favoring a landlord in a tenant's appeal, citing lack of evidence and procedural errors.

Ohio Court affirms foreclosure ruling against Bulluck

The Ohio Court of Appeals upheld a foreclosure judgment against Kristy Kay Bulluck, emphasizing due process and notice requirements.

Ohio Court upholds dismissal of Chilcoat's amercement case

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirms the dismissal of a petition for amercement against Sheriff Doug Timmerman, ruling it lacked sufficient claims.

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