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Npimnee v. Freeman
Inmate Hope Npimnee filed a lawsuit against fellow inmate Mitchell Freeman seeking damages for prison assault, but the district court denied him in forma pauperis status for failing to exhaust administrative remedies before filing. The Nebraska Court of Appeals reversed the district court's decision, ruling that Npimnee was not required to exhaust administrative remedies as a prerequisite to bringing his tort action. The court remanded the case with direction.
2026-09-01 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Emily A. Bickford v. Matthew A. Bradeen
The Maine Supreme Judicial Court upheld a trial court order granting Matthew A. Bradeen decision-making authority regarding the child's religious upbringing and medical care. Emily A. Bickford contended this allocation violated her First and Fourteenth Amendment rights, but the appeals court rejected her arguments. The district court supported the shift based on findings that Bickford failed to consult Bradeen on church attendance and that the church's teachings likely caused the child anxiety.
2026-09-01 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
TRAVIS LYLE BOWEN, in His Capacity as Personal Representative of the Estate of Deborah Bowen v. DANA PENROD, Individually, as Trustee or Former Trustee of the LYLE BOWEN TRUST, and as Personal Representative of the ESTATE OF LYLE BOWEN
This case concerns a dispute between siblings Travis Bowen and Dana Penrod regarding the assets belonging to their late sister, Deborah Bowen. Travis sued Penrod alleging she improperly sold estate assets, but she argued the claims were barred by the statute of limitations. The Supreme Court held that it had jurisdiction to hear the appeal and affirmed the lower courts' decision.
2026-09-01 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Armstrong v. Steiner et al
ORDER ADOPTING AND APPROVING 12 REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION OF MAGISTRATE JUDGE; DISMISSING COMPLAINT WITHOUT PREJUDICE: The Clerk shall CLOSE this case and DENY AS MOOT any pending motions. The Clerk shall mail a copy of this order to Plaintiff. Closing Case. Signed by Judge William P. Dimitrouleas on 9/1/2026. See attached document for full details. (wce)
2026-09-01 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
USA v. Irizarry et al
ORDER denying 920 Motion to Suppress. For the reasons described in the attached ruling, Defendant Mariano Irizarry's motion for a Franks hearing and motion to suppress is DENIED. Signed by Judge Sarala V. Nagala on September 1, 2026. (RB)
2026-09-01 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Marvin Emmett Brown, Jr. v. The State of Wyoming
Marvin Emmett Brown, Jr. appealed his conviction for six drug-related felonies and misdemeanors, contesting the district court’s admission of evidence under Rule 404(b) and a denial of a motion to suppress. The court found no error in these rulings and affirmed Brown’s convictions.
2026-09-01 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION v. JAMES LOUIS ROBERTSON
An estate sued Mid-America Apartments and Toyota Motor Corporation after a tenant died from carbon monoxide poisoning in a garage attached to his apartment. The court of appeals affirmed the summary judgment granted to the landlord, holding that an out-of-possession landlord is not liable for damages resulting from the tenant's negligence or a failure to maintain the premises. Regarding Toyota, the court ruled that it would affirm in part and reverse in part the trial court's decision.
2026-09-01 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
W.E. Allen, II v. PPB
Walter Earl Allen, II appeals the Pennsylvania Parole Board’s refusal to provide credit for his street time after his third DUI conviction, arguing that his status as a medical marijuana patient protects him from penalties for drug use. The Commonwealth Court upheld the Board’s decision, finding that the conviction involved the use of a controlled substance and was not protected by the Medical Marijuana Act, thereby upholding the Board’s determination that it did not violate due process or abuse its discretion.
2026-09-01 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State v. Buetner
Dylan Buetner appealed his Bowling Green Municipal Court conviction for operating a vehicle while intoxicated, arguing the trial court erred in denying his motion to suppress the field sobriety and breath test results because he claimed he was coerced into taking them. The trial court denied the motion, finding that the State provided clear evidence that his consent was voluntary despite his testimony that he felt he had no choice, and the appellate opinion indicates the trial court's judgment will be affirmed.
2026-09-01 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State v. Laroque
The Montana Supreme Court affirmed the district court’s order to suppress evidence of a warrantless blood draw taken after a crash because the State failed to establish an exception to the warrant requirement. The lower court ruled that the State did not meet its burden of showing exigent circumstances or consent to justify the search of Laroque's unconscious body.
2026-09-01 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
People of Guam v. Michael John Toves Anderson
Defendant-Appellant Michael John Toves Anderson appealed a Superior Court judgment that sentenced him to the maximum three years of incarceration after revoking his probation for drug possession. He argued the court abused its discretion by not articulating why a lesser sentence would be inadequate, but the Supreme Court of Guam affirmed the decision because the court imposed a sentence within the statutory range after months of deliberation.
2026-09-01 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
People of Guam v. Colleen Sherise Castillon Yurko
Colleen Sherise Castillon Yurko appealed her three-year sentence for first-time methamphetamine possession, arguing that the sentencing court failed to enforce a statute mandating mandatory enrollment in a drug rehabilitation program. The Supreme Court of Guam agreed that imposing a conditional recommendation for treatment instead of mandatory enrollment constituted an illegal sentence under the applicable law. Consequently, the Court reversed the sentence and remanded the case for resentencing.
2026-09-01 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State v. Jones
Johnny Jones appealed his conviction for illegal possession of a weapon in a motor vehicle and operating a vehicle without a window tint inspection following a conditional plea of no contest, arguing that the trial court wrongly denied motions to suppress physical evidence and statements. The Supreme Court affirmed the conviction, upholding the trial court’s determination that the defendant’s consent to search was voluntary and that the search did not exceed the scope of that consent. The court declined to address claims regarding an extended traffic stop due to inadequate briefing and dismissed claims about suppressible statements because they were not properly preserved at trial.
2026-09-01 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
USA v. Wilson
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS as to Laron Wilson re 35 MOTION to Suppress and Brief in Support filed by Laron Wilson. Objections to R&R due by 9/14/2026. Signed by Honorable Spencer G Singleton on August 31, 2026. (mbm) (Main Document 45 replaced on 9/1/2026) (mbm).
2026-08-31 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
USA v. Cicolella
ORDER as to Kenneth John Cicolella (1). IT IS ORDERED that Defendant's Motion to Suppress and Motion for a Franks Hearing 74 is DENIED. FURTHER ORDERED that the Court will meet with the parties on 9/1/2026 as previously scheduled but at 10:00 AM instead of 9:00 AM to resolve any other pending motions. See attached Order for complete details. Signed by Senior Judge G Murray Snow on 8/31/2026.(KFZ)
2026-08-31 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Coble et al v. TPS Parking Management, LLC
MEMORANDUM Signed by District Judge Aleta A. Trauger on 8/31/2026. (DOCKET TEXT SUMMARY ONLY-ATTORNEYS MUST OPEN THE PDF AND READ THE ORDER.) (sh)
2026-08-31 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Sulphur Springs Independent School District, Deana Steeber, Pat Leber, Brad Moughon, Justin Cowart, and Sasha Posey v. Cary Barnett
Cary Barnett sued the Sulphur Springs Independent School District and several administrators after being terminated for reporting safety policy violations regarding open school doors. The school district challenged the trial court’s denial of a plea to the jurisdiction on appeal, and the Court of Appeals remanded the case to the trial court for further proceedings.
2026-08-31 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
USA v. Lester
ORDER by Senior Judge Ronald A. White overruling Defendant's 49 Objection, affirming and adopting 46 Report and Recommendation, as supplemented, and denying Defendant's 31 Motion to Suppress as to Scotty Edward Lester (tls, Deputy Clerk)
2026-08-31 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Lewis v. Hussain et al
ORDER denying 95 Defendants' Renewed Motion for Judgment as a Matter of Law or, in the Alternative, Motion for a New Trial (as more fully set out in the order). Signed by Judge Patrick R Wyrick on 8/31/2026. (ekw)
2026-08-31 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Gaines v. Haliburton Energy Services Inc et al
ORDER granting 20 Defendant's Motion for Summary Judgment and Supporting Brief as to Plaintiff, who is judicially estopped from pursuing her claims. However, the Court will allow Plaintiff's bankruptcy trustee sixty days to intervene as the real-party-in-interest before entering judgment. Signed by Judge David L. Russell on 8/31/2026. (tb)
2026-08-31 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
USA v. Thompson
ORDER denying Defendant's 47 Amended Motion to Suppress; and denying as moot Defendant's 30 Motion to Suppress as to Treymayne Lewis Thompson (1). Signed by District Judge Kenneth D. Bell on 8/31/2026. (mek)
2026-08-31 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Hart v. Northstar Recovery, LLC
OPINION; signed by Chief Judge Hala Y. Jarbou (mcp)
2026-08-31 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Belmont v. Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College
ORDER AND REASONS: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that Defendant's Motion to Dismiss 12 is GRANTED IN PART and DENIED IN PART. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that to the extent Plaintiff's remaining claims fail to state a claim upon which relief can be granted, Plaintiff is granted leave of Court to amend the Complaint to cure the deficiencies identified herein within 30 days of this Order. Signed by Judge Nannette Jolivette Brown on 8/31/2026. (amj)
2026-08-31 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Kinser v. Gray & White, PLLC
MEMORANDUM OPINION & ORDER Signed by Judge Rebecca Grady Jennings on 8/31/2026. G&W's motion to dismiss (DE 6) is DENIED as moot. Defendants' motion to dismiss the Amended Complaint (DE 10) is CONVERTED to a motion for summary judgment. Kinser SHALL file an opposition to the Motion to Dismiss (DE 10), consistent with this Order, within fourteen (14) days of the entry of this Order. cc: Counsel (SMJ)
2026-08-31 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Angel Mendoza v. Hacienda Services, Inc. Dba Censeo Homes
Angel Mendoza sued Hacienda Services, Inc. d/b/a Censeo Homes for injuries he suffered while working as a contractor, and the trial court granted summary judgment in the company's favor. The appellate court decided that Texas law protecting property owners against contractor liability applies and that Mendoza failed to produce evidence that the company exercised control over the manner of performance or had actual knowledge of the danger. The court affirmed the trial court's judgment.
2026-08-31 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Mary Rawle v. Charles Bowman
Charles Bowman sued the Center for Gestalt Development and its counsel in Indiana state court after they pursued copyright infringement lawsuits in Pennsylvania. After the defendants failed to file an answer, the trial court granted Bowman default judgment and denied a motion to correct error. The Court of Appeals reversed that ruling, holding the trial court abused its discretion in granting default judgment and lacked personal jurisdiction over the defendants.
2026-08-31 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
People v. Stallings
Defendant Brandon Stallings appeals his conviction for armed habitual criminal, arguing the trial court erred by denying his motion to suppress evidence obtained from a welfare check warrant and an inventory search of his vehicle. The appellate court affirms the trial court’s judgment.
2026-08-31 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
M.F. v. C.T.
The Intermediate Court of Appeals affirmed a Family Court order awarding joint legal custody and primary physical custody of two children following a paternity petition. The appellate court affirmed the decision, noting that the appellant failed to provide the trial transcripts required to substantiate claims of error and that arguments addressed in the opinion had been waived for failure to object at trial.
2026-08-31 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
JOHNSON v. GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY et al
OPINION regarding 90 Order denying Plaintiff's 82 Motion for Default Judgment. See full Opinion for details. Signed by Judge Christopher R. Cooper on 08/31/2026. (lccrc3)
2026-08-31 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
(HC) Wu v. Acting Warden (Facility Administrator) of the California City Detention Facility et al
ORDER signed by District Judge Dena M. Coggins on 8/30/2026 ADOPTING IN PART 8 The Findings and Recommendations. Petitioner Jingtao Wu's (A-245-788-911) petition for a writ of habeas corpus 1 is GRANTED as follows; Within fourteen (14) days of the date of entry of this order, Respondents are ORDERED to provide Petitioner with a bond hearing before an immigration judge at which the government shall bear the burden of proving, by clear and convincing evidence, that Petitioner is either a flight risk or risk to community safety such that Petitioner's continued immigration detention is justified; and If Respondents fail to provide Petitioner a bond hearing within fourteen (14) days of the date of entry of this order, Petitioner shall be immediately released from Respondents' custody on the same terms as Petitioner's previous release; The Clerk of the Court is directed to serve a copy of this order on the California City Detention Facility; and The Clerk of the Court is directed to enter judgment in favor of Petitioner and close this case. CASE CLOSED. (cc: ICE-The California City Detention Facility). (Deputy Clerk LMS)
2026-08-31 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Dewayne Murray, Bankruptcy Trustee on Behalf of Sherman Robinson v. Desmond Pollard
Dewayne Murray, the bankruptcy trustee, appealed the trial court’s denial of his petition for bill of review and alternative motion to vacate a 2017 nonsuit. Murray argued that the previous nonsuit was void because the debtor lacked standing to act on the bankruptcy estate’s behalf and that the trial court lacked subject-matter jurisdiction. The appellate court was reviewing his arguments regarding the procedural defects in the earlier case.
2026-08-31 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
In Re the Commitment of Gregory Scott Alldredge v. the State of Texas
Gregory Alldredge appealed a judgment civilly committing him as a sexually violent predator, arguing the trial court improperly admitted evidence of unsubstantiated and unadjudicated abuse allegations. The Court of Appeals affirmed the lower court's judgment after determining Alldredge failed to preserve this evidentiary issue for appeal.
2026-08-31 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
In re A.H.
The Soboba Band of Luiseno Indians sought access to a psychological evaluation of the child's legal guardian to evaluate parental fitness, a request denied by the lower court because the report was not filed with the court. The appellate court reversed that decision, holding that the tribe has a right to access the evaluation and directing the lower court to release it.
2026-08-31 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State v. Lewis
Roderick L. Lewis appeals his conviction for aggravated drug possession, contesting the denial of his speedy trial motion and the imposition of consecutive sentences. The appellate court affirmed the judgment, but the provided text does not explain the court's reasoning regarding these decisions.
2026-08-31 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State v. Born
Joshua D. Born appealed his conviction after pleading guilty to aggravated drug trafficking, arguing that the trial court failed to provide required advisements regarding his right to a bench trial and post-release control. The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed the lower court’s ruling, concluding that Ohio law does not mandate advising a defendant of their right to a bench trial and that the trial court had properly informed Born about post-release control. Accordingly, the court upheld the indefinite prison term ranging from six to nine years and a mandatory fine.
2026-08-31 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
FNCB Bank & Trust v. MK Deliveries, Inc.
An estate sued a delivery company and its driver after a fatal highway collision involving an unlit, disabled box truck, alleging they failed to set out warning flares. A jury found MK Deliveries primarily at fault and awarded $13.8 million, but the company and its driver are now appealing, claiming errors warrant a judgment notwithstanding the verdict or a new trial.
2026-08-31 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Admiral v. The Episcopal Church of Saint Mark the Evangelist, Inc., et al
ORDER granting 31 Defendants' Joint Motion to Dismiss Plaintiff's Second Amended Complaint. Signed by Magistrate Judge Panayotta D. Augustin-Birch on 8/29/2026. See attached document for full details. (sk01)
2026-08-29 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Tanuk S. v. Department of Family & Community Services, Office of Children's Services
This case involves a ten-year-old Indian child who objected to the release of psychotherapy records despite a Guardian ad Litem’s waiver of the psychotherapist-patient privilege at the request of the child's tribe. The Supreme Court determined that a child’s objection under CINA Rule 12.1(b)(1)(C) does not effectively nullify a GAL’s waiver under CINA Rule 9(b)(3)(F)(ii), and that the child bears the burden of justifying protection after objecting. Affirming the lower court, the justices found no abuse of discretion in the decision to disclose the child's records.
2026-08-28 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A. v. Facio et al
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS re 38 Motion for Default Judgment, filed by Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A.. Signed by Judge Robert F. Castaneda. (dt)
2026-08-28 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Nichols v. PeaceHealth
OPINION AND ORDER signed on 08/28/2026 by Judge Mustafa T. Kasubhai: Defendant's Consolidated Phase One Motion for Summary Judgment (ECF No. 124 in 6:23-cv-01718-MTK; ECF No. 50 in 6:23-cv-01460-MTK) is GRANTED. (bd)
2026-08-28 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)