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State v. Avila
An Arizona trooper stopped Angel Avila for speeding and, after his initial consent to search was withdrawn, waited 39 minutes for a K-9 unit to arrive, where it discovered large quantities of methamphetamine and fentanyl. The superior court granted Avila’s motion to suppress the evidence, finding the trooper lacked reasonable suspicion to prolong the stop, and the appellate court affirmed that ruling because the State failed to demonstrate error.
2026-08-27 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
United States v. Valdez
Jaime Valdez appealed his conviction for drug and firearm offenses, arguing that the district court made errors when denying his motion to suppress and reconsidering a previous ruling. The Tenth Circuit affirmed the decision, concluding that the initial police stop was lawful and that the evidence seized from the duffel bag would have inevitably been discovered.
2026-08-27 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State v. Kane
Kory Kane was convicted of gross sexual imposition and acquitted of rape and kidnapping after a jury trial based on testimony from a victim who alleged he abused her when she was five years old. On appeal, Kane argued his trial counsel provided ineffective assistance by failing to object to the prosecutor’s statement urging the jury to "speak to the community" with its verdict. The appellate court affirmed the judgment, upholding Kane’s conviction and a sentence of 48 months in prison.
2026-08-27 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State v. Davis
Tremayne Davis, who was 15 years old at the time of a vehicle stop and shooting that resulted in the death of a female victim, appeals the juvenile court's decision to bind him over to the general division after finding him not amenable to rehabilitation. The appellate court affirmed the lower court's order, holding that the record contained sufficient evidence based on the diagnostic findings and the circumstances of the crime to support the finding that Davis was not amenable to rehabilitation.
2026-08-27 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
United States v. Flores
Navy Petty Officer First Class Steven G. Flores was convicted of two specifications of child rape and sentenced to life confinement, and he appeals the military judge’s denial of his motion to suppress statements he made to NCIS investigators after invoking his right to counsel under Article 31(b). The United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces concluded that under the dual sovereignty doctrine and Montejo v. Louisiana, Flores’s Sixth Amendment right to counsel was not violated by the admission of his statements. The court found that the manner in which the interview took place did not require a waiver of his constitutional rights.
2026-08-27 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Steve O'Neal Green v. the State of Texas
The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed Steve O'Neal Green’s conviction for possessing a controlled substance and sentenced him to ten years in prison, rejecting his argument that a warrantless search of his backpack at the jail exceeded the scope of a search incident to arrest. The court held that the search was valid under the First Robinson category, requiring no justification beyond the lawful fact of the arrest itself.
2026-08-27 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Kelby O. Bush, By and Through His Guardian and Next Friend, Cynthia Laruth Williams, Individually and On Behalf of The Wrongful Death Beneficiaries of Johnessia Adams Lewis v. Marion General Hospital, Peter J. Jensen, M.D., Matthew Verucchi, M.D., and Cindy Armstead, D.O.
This case concerns a wrongful death lawsuit alleging medical negligence against Marion General Hospital and several physicians regarding a patient’s treatment and transfer that led to serious complications. The Mississippi Supreme Court reversed the trial court's summary judgment for the defendants in part, holding that they are not legally immune from suit because the alleged negligence was not attributable to the COVID-19 state of emergency. Consequently, the case was remanded to the trial court for further proceedings.
2026-08-27 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
United States v. Hill
Defendant Willie Hill moved for early termination of his supervised release following a sentence for unlawfully possessing a firearm as a felon. Although the court acknowledged Hill's recent positive steps toward rehabilitation and employment, it determined that his history of violent crimes and moderate risk of recidivism did not warrant ending his supervision early. Consequently, the district court denied his motion for early termination.
2026-08-27 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Ward v. Morrow County Health District et al
OPINION AND ORDER: For the foregoing reasons, AFSCME's motion to dismiss pursuant to Rule 12(b)(6), ECF 43, is GRANTED and the claims against AFSCME are dismissed WITHOUT PREJUDICE. Plaintiff has thirty days to file a Second Amended Complaint. IT IS SO ORDERED. Signed on 8/26/2026 by Magistrate Judge Andrew D. Hallman. (ecp) Modified on 8/27/2026 to correct docket text (ecp).
2026-08-26 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Carter v. City of Portland et al
OPINION AND ORDER: Defendants' Partial Motion to Dismiss, ECF 33, is GRANTED IN PART and DENIED IN PART. See attached opinion for details. Signed on 8/26/2026 by Judge Karin J. Immergut. (jy)
2026-08-26 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Hardin v. New Mexico Christian Children's Home et al
P. 6(d); Fed. R. Crim. P. 45(c).) (am)PROPOSED FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDED DISPOSITION on 10 Defendant's Partial Motion to Dismiss for Failure to Exhaust Administrative Remedies and Failure to State a Claim by Magistrate Judge Gregory J. Fouratt. Objections to PFRD due by 9/9/2026. Add 3 days to the deadline if service is by mailing it to the person's last known address (or means described in Fed. R. Civ. P. 5(b)(2)(D) and (F)); if service is by electronic means, no additional days are added. (Fed. R. Civ.
2026-08-26 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Piepergerdes v. Board of Governors of Missouri Western State University et al
ORDER (1) denying 6 Plaintiff's motion to remand, (2) granting 7 Defendant University's motion to dismiss for failure to state a claim, (3) granting 9 Defendant Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory's motion to dismiss for lack of personal jurisdiction, (3) and denying as moot 9 Defendant Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory's alternative motion to dismiss for failure to state a claim, and 29 and 33 Defendants' motions to stay discovery. Signed on 8/26/2026 by District Judge Roseann A Ketchmark. (JBB)
2026-08-26 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Nickles v. Churchill Downs Louisiana Horseracing Company, LLC
ORDER AND REASONS: re 15 Motion for Summary Judgment. The Court GRANTS defendant's motion for summary judgment. Plaintiff's claim is DISMISSED WITH PREJUDICE. Signed by Judge Sarah S Vance on 08/26/2026. (go)
2026-08-26 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Jonathan Chatman v. Ralph Abraham, Louisiana Department of Health Byron Decoteau, Louisiana State Department of Civil Service
Chatman failed to appeal his termination to the State Civil Service Commission as required, instead filing a wrongful termination lawsuit in state court that the trial court dismissed for lack of subject matter jurisdiction. The Court of Appeal affirmed this ruling, confirming that the Commission holds exclusive jurisdiction over the removal and disciplinary proceedings of permanent classified employees.
2026-08-26 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Tanner v. C.D.L. Electric Company, LLC et al
MEMORANDUM AND ORDER denying 89 Motion for Review. The Court affirms Magistrate Judge Severson's Order. Doc. 85 The Court further orders the parties to meet and confer and submit a proposed amended protective order, providing for an "attorneys' eyes only" designation for raw neuropsychological test data, within 14 days of the entry of this Order. Signed by District Judge Anthony W. Mattivi on 08/26/2026. (mll)
2026-08-26 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Haugland v. United States of America
ORDER GRANTING DEFENDANT'S MOTION TO DISMISS, ECF NO. 22 re 22 - Signed by JUDGE J. MICHAEL SEABRIGHT on 8/26/2026. The United States' Motion to Dismiss, ECF No. 22, is GRANTED. The claims are DISMISSED without prejudice for lack of subject matter jurisdiction. For all claims besides the FTCA claim, the dismissal is without leave to amend. For the FTCA claim, the court allows Plaintiff to file a statement of no more than five pages explaining, in good faith, why he should be allowed to file an amended complaint, i.e., that he can allege specifically that he has properly exhausted administrative remedies in full compliance with 28 U.S.C. § 2675 before filing this action. If Plaintiff does so, he must also explain how he can, in good faith, amend an FTCA claim to allege a basis for standing, i.e., that he has "concrete, particularized, and actual or imminent" injury that is "fairly traceable to the challenged action." Clapper, 568 U.S. at 409. To be clear, he may not address anything else besides an FTCA claim in that statement. A statement regarding an FTCA claim is due by September 18, 2026. If the statement fulfills those requirements, the court will allow Plaintiff to file an amended complaint asserting an FTCA claim. If it does not fulfill those requirements, or if no statement is filed by September 18, 2026, the court will dismiss the FTCA claim without prejudice and without leave to amend, and close the case. (eta)COURT'S CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE - Theodore Haugland has be...
2026-08-26 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Grace & Naeem Uddin Inc. v. Miami-Dade County
Grace & Naeem Uddin Inc. sued Miami-Dade County after a designee appointed by the Office of the Mayor terminated its contract, alleging the County did not follow required administrative procedures. The trial court dismissed the complaint for failure to exhaust administrative remedies and later denied a motion to reopen the case. The Third District Court of Appeal reversed those decisions, ruling that the administrative appeal process outlined in the contract was optional rather than mandatory.
2026-08-26 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Dana Gerson Rosenberg v. in Re: Estate of Donald Myron Gerson
The court considered an appeal from a probate order permitting a surviving spouse's attorney-in-fact to file an elective share, based on a finding that the action was in the spouse’s "best interest." The Third District Court of Appeal dismissed the appeal for lack of appellate jurisdiction because the order was non-final and did not determine the appellee's entitlement to estate property.
2026-08-26 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Chakas v. Uber Technologies, Inc. et al
RECOMMENDED RULING - recommending that the complaint be dismissed in its entirety without prejudice, 1 Complaint filed by Bilal Chakas, 18 Pages. Objections due by 9/14/2026. Signed by Judge Thomas O. Farrish on 8/26/26.(rw)
2026-08-26 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
In Re Minor Child
Micaela Sanchez appeals a circuit court decision granting guardianship of her daughter but refusing to make a specific finding that it is in the child’s best interest to remain in the United States in order to obtain Special Immigrant Juvenile status. The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed the circuit court, holding that the probate judge was not required by the applicable state statutes to make that specific declaration.
2026-08-26 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Calhon v. Clark
ORDER re: 1 Plaintiff's Complaint is STRICKEN and Plaintiff is GRANTED LEAVE to file an amended complaint NLT 9/25/2026, as set out herein. Plaintiff's 2 Moton for Leave to Proceed in forma pauperis is DENIED without prejudice and ORDERED to file a new motion to proceed on or before 9/25/2026. The Clerk is DIRECTED to send Plaintiff a copy of his original complaint 1, this Court's EEOC complaint form, this Court's motion to proceed without prepayment of fees form, and a copy of this Court's Pro Se Litigant Handbook, as set out. Signed by Magistrate Judge Sonja F. Bivins on 8/26/2026. (Copy of Order, 1 Original Complaint, the EEOC complaint form, and Pro Se Litigant Handbook mailed to Plaintiff) (jmr)
2026-08-26 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
United States v. Palencia-Berrum
Alexander Palencia-Berrum appealed his sentence of 46 months for illegal reentry, arguing that the district court relied on clearly erroneous facts to impose that term, including false references to a 2020 illegal reentry conviction. The Fifth Circuit agreed that sentencing based on these incorrect facts constituted reversible procedural error. Accordingly, the court vacated the sentence and remanded the case for resentencing.
2026-08-26 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Buddy Lamar Baggett, Jr. v. Ida Rose Baggett
Buddy Lamar Baggett, Jr., a prisoner, appealed the trial court’s denial of his request to set aside a divorce decree and hold his spouse in contempt. The Court of Appeals dismissed the appeal based on a lack of jurisdiction, finding that Buddy failed to file an application for discretionary review as required by Georgia law.
2026-08-26 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Heather Marie Campbell Lester v. James Vance Lester
Heather Lester appeals the trial court’s judgment naming her former husband, James Lester, as the domiciliary parent of their two children. The court had previously awarded shared custody subject to a Joint Custody Implementation Plan and conducted a trial on the domiciliary parent status. The appellate court affirmed the judgment designating James as the domiciliary parent.
2026-08-26 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State of Louisiana v. Bruce Causey
Bruce Causey appeals his convictions for involuntary manslaughter and simple escape stemming from a stabbing at a poultry facility. The Louisiana Court of Appeal affirmed Causey’s conviction for manslaughter, but it vacated and remanded his sentence for simple escape while affirming the sentence for the first count. The opinion indicates that the remaining issues are to be decided "for the following reasons," though the portion of the text provided concludes during witness testimony.
2026-08-26 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State of Louisiana v. Travis S. June
The Louisiana Court of Appeal affirmed the conviction of Travis S. June for attempted molestation of a juvenile but vacated the imposed 40-year sentence, remanding the case for resentencing. The appellate opinion considered the admissibility of prior sexual offense reports offered by the prosecution at trial, which the defense had argued were unfairly prejudicial.
2026-08-26 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State v. McLeod
Austin McLeod appeals convictions for first-degree felony murder and related offenses, arguing that the trial court improperly allowed him to be interrogated without Miranda warnings. The appellate court reversed and remanded the case, finding that statements McLeod made to police should have been suppressed because he was in compelling circumstances. The court also rejected McLeod’s arguments regarding the sufficiency of evidence on accomplice liability and concluded that no plain error occurred in the trial court's interpretation of the felony murder statute.
2026-08-26 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
In re A.H.
A thirteen-year-old girl appealed her judgment of delinquency for sexually assaulting her six-year-old half-sister, claiming the conviction lacked evidentiary weight. The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed the trial court, finding that the victim's detailed forensic testimony regarding the graphic acts was sufficient to support the adjudication. The court rejected the arguments regarding the forensic interview's credibility and the police interview procedures, concluding the trial court did not err in its ruling.
2026-08-26 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
People v. Jennings
Tommy Jennings appealed his conviction for attempted criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree after pleading guilty, challenging the lower court's denial of his motion to suppress physical evidence. The Appellate Division affirmed the judgment, finding that Jennings validly waived his right to appeal, which precluded judicial review of the evidentiary issue.
2026-08-26 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Pierre v. McDonald's Corp.
Published opinion from Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, filed 2026-08-26 (docket 2024-13515).
2026-08-26 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Schurman Family Company TIC v. Super. Ct.
An appellate court reversed a trial court's denial of summary judgment for the warehouse owner Schurman Family Company TIC, finding that the Privette doctrine applies to landlords within a "chain of delegation." The decision protects the property owner from liability for a worker’s injuries sustained falling through a skylight on the leased premises.
2026-08-26 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
United States v. Palencia-Berrum
Alexander Palencia-Berrum appealed his sentence for illegal reentry, arguing that the district court relied on clearly erroneous facts regarding his prior convictions and a domestic assault. The Fifth Circuit agreed, vacating and remanding the sentence for resentencing because the judge's reliance on these mistaken facts affected the substantial rights of the defendant.
2026-08-26 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Pearson v. Gore Nitrogen Pumping Service LLC
ORDER granting 12 Defendant's Motion to Dismiss and dismissing the Amended Complaint without prejudice (as more fully set out in the order). Plaintiff may move for leave to amend on or before September 1, 2026. The Court also DENIES 18 Plaintiff's pending Motion for Leave to File Second Amended Complaint without prejudice to Plaintiff re-filing that motion after considering the deficiencies identified in this Order. Signed by Judge Patrick R Wyrick on 8/25/2026. (ekw)
2026-08-25 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Chesser v. Harpe
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION re 1 Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus. The undersigned recommends that the Court DENY the Petition. Doc. 1. The parties are advised of their right to object to this Report and Recommendation. See 28 U.S.C. § 636. This Report and Recommendation terminates the referral of this matter to the undersigned. Objections to R&R due by 9/15/2026. Signed by US Magistrate Judge Chris M Stephens on 8/25/2026. (ac)
2026-08-25 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Clark v. Clark
ORDER granting Defendant's 25 Motion for Attorney Fees. Judgment is entered in favor of Defendant in the amount of $5,083.12; Defendant is awarded post-judgment interest on its judgment pursuant to 28U.S.C. § 1961; and the Clerk is directed to maintain this matter as closed in accordance with this Order. Signed by District Judge Kenneth D. Bell on 8/25/2026. (Pro se litigant served by US Mail.)(mek)
2026-08-25 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
United States of America v. Falk
MEMORANDUM AND ORDER: For the reasons set forth in the attached Memorandum and Order, Defendant's letter motion seeking both leave to file a motion for judgment on the pleadings under Rule 12(c) of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and judgment on the pleadings in favor of Ms. Falk is denied. The parties are ordered to continue with discovery pursuant to the schedule set forth as ECF No. 26. Ordered by Judge Nusrat J. Choudhury on 8/25/2026. (MMC)
2026-08-25 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Technology and Telecommunications Consultants, Inc. v. Elevate Group, LLC
District Judge Julia E. Kobick: MEMORANDUM AND ORDER entered.For the foregoing reasons, TTC's motion for a preliminary injunction, ECF 7, and Elevate's motion to strike TTC's supplemental declarations and exhibits, ECF 46, are DENIED. Elevate's motion to dismiss, ECF 32, is GRANTED as to Count I and otherwise DENIED. SO ORDERED. (Currie, Haley)
2026-08-25 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
USA v. Tam et al
District Judge Leo T. Sorokin: ORDER entered. MEMORANDUM AND ORDER ON MOTION TO VACATE UNDER 28 U.S.C. § 2255 (DOC. NO. 851). (FGD)
2026-08-25 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Collins v. United States of America et al
FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW as set forth in document. Signed by Judge Jay C. Zainey on 8/25/2026.(mmm)
2026-08-25 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
State of Maine v. Robert J. Hart
Robert J. Hart appealed the denial of his motions to dismiss a superseding indictment for prosecutorial vindictiveness and to suppress statements made to police, citing the late timing of the indictment following the selection of a jury. The Maine Supreme Judicial Court affirmed the trial court's judgment, concluding that it discerned no error in the proceedings.
2026-08-25 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)