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Gharraee v. Trader Joe's Co.
This case involves Trader Joe's appeal of a civil judgment for negligence against Zahra Gharraee following a remittitur that reduced a monetary award, arguing that its notice of appeal was untimely. The opinion analyzes the electronic filing requirements and court procedures relevant to the appeal deadline, but the provided text concludes before the court renders a final decision on the matter.
2026-08-24 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
People v. Lossing
This case addresses whether a conviction for causing bodily injury while drunk under Vehicle Code section 23153 qualifies as a lesser included offense of gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated under section 191.5, which would require the court to dismiss one conviction before sentencing under a judicial exception. While the court previously held that section 23153 is a lesser included offense when crimes involve the same victim, it concluded after reviewing the issue that the offense is not a lesser included offense of section 191.5 and affirmed the judgment.
2026-08-24 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
HENDERSON v. WASHINGTON METROPOLITAN AREA TRANSIT AUTHORITY et al
MEMORANDUM OPINION: For the reasons contained herein, the Court will GRANT Defendant WMATA's motion to dismiss, Dkt. 26, and will GRANT Defendant MedStar's motion to dismiss, Dkt. 27. A separate order will issue. See document for details. Signed by Judge Randolph D. Moss on 8/22/26. (lcrdm2)
2026-08-22 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission v. Fred Meyer Stores Inc
ORDER DENYING 57 DEFENDANT'S MOTION FOR PROTECTIVE ORDER. Signed by Chief Judge Stanley A Bastian. (WMK, Case Administrator)
2026-08-21 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
ROBINSON v. COMPU-LINK CORP.
MEMORANDUM AND/OR OPINION. SIGNED BY DISTRICT JUDGE JUAN R. SANCHEZ ON 8/21/26. 8/21/26 ENTERED AND COPIES E-MAILED.(rf)
2026-08-21 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Dunn v. Cuyahoga County, et al
Memorandum Opinion and Order: For the reasons stated herein, Defendant Cuyahoga County's Motion for Summary Judgment (Doc. 66) is GRANTED. Judge Bridget Meehan Brennan on 8/21/26. (T,A)
2026-08-21 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
State v. Willard
Nicole Willard was found unconscious under a bridge by firefighters and a police officer, who arrested her after finding a warrant and discovered methamphetamine during a search. The Kansas Supreme Court reversed the lower appellate court’s decision to suppress the evidence and affirmed the district court’s conviction, ruling that Fourth Amendment prohibitions are not exclusive to the acts of law enforcement officers.
2026-08-21 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Mendoza Hernandez v. Baltazar et al
ORDER GRANTING PETITION FOR WRIT OF HABEAS CORPUS the Court ORDERS as follows: The Court's Order to Show Cause (ECF No. 8) is MADE ABSOLUTE and Mendoza Hernandez's Petition (ECF No. 1) is GRANTED; The Court GRANTS this relief to Mendoza Hernandez pursuant to Counts I and II of the Petition. The Court does not reach the merits of Count III; The Motion (ECF No. 3) is DENIED AS MOOT; 4. By no later than this Sunday, August 23, 2026, Respondents shall IMMEDIATELY RELEASE Mendoza Hernandez on his own recognizance, along with all his personal belongings, subject only to the conditions of his pre-existing conditional parole. No additional conditions of release shall be imposed on Mendoza Hernandez by Respondents. Respondents shall continue to be ENJOINED from removing, transferring, or causing the removal or transfer of, Mendoza Hernandez from the District of Colorado until such time as this Court, or the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals, vacates this Order. Should Mendoza Hernandez believe he has a good faith basis to seek attorney's fees pursuant to the Equal Access to Justice Act, he is GRANTED leave to file a motion seeking the same, along with all supporting documentation, by no later than September 18, 2026. Respondents shall file a response by no later than October 9, 2026, and Mendoza Hernandez shall file a reply by no later than October 23, 2026; and Judgment shall enter in Mendoza Hernandez's favor and against Respondents on September 4, 2026, UNLESS prior thereto the Court ...
2026-08-21 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
USA v. Tanisaki
WRIT of Execution issued in the amount of $897,173.03 against Shannon Tanisaki by Clerk. (Northern District of California) (exl, COURT STAFF) (Filed on 8/21/2026)
2026-08-21 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Mouser v. JPMorgan Chase & Company
ORDER granting 9 Defendant's Motion to Dismiss Plaintiff's Complaint. Plaintiff's Complaint (Doc. 1-2) is dismissed. Plaintiff is granted leave to amend Count One only to allege additional facts pursuant to the Court's admonition above. Should Plaintiff choose to do so, she may file a First Amended Complaint and a separate Notice of Filing First Amended Complaint with an attached redlined copy showing the changes between the Complaint and the amendment no later than fourteen (14) days from the date of this Order. No new claims may be added to an amendment absent leave of court pursuant to Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 15 and LRCiv 15.1. Signed by Judge John J Tuchi on 8/21/2026. (MCB)
2026-08-21 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
I. Ripon Britton, Jr., and Gregory H. Hawley v. Yashiba Glenn Blanchard, in her official capacity as Jefferson County Judge of Probate
Britton and Hawley appealed the dismissal of their mandamus petition challenging Probate Judge Blanchard’s order requiring forensic accountings of ward estates. The Supreme Court reversed that dismissal, finding that a local act granting concurrent jurisdiction did not limit the circuit court’s general superintendence or power to issue supervisory writs.
2026-08-21 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Dalton D. Banks v. Darla Lashay Persall; Dean Smith; Fuller, Willingham & Carter, LLC; Melvin Hasting; and Thomas Drake II
Dalton D. Banks filed multiple lawsuits alleging injury from events during his 2022 divorce, including a second case in the Cullman Circuit Court that was dismissed on the grounds of res judicata. The Alabama Supreme Court affirmed the Circuit Court's dismissal because Banks failed to sufficiently challenge the legal basis for judgment on appeal. Additionally, the court dismissed Banks's remaining appeals relating to a still-pending request for relief from judgment under Alabama Rule of Civil Procedure 60(b).
2026-08-21 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Bruce Lanier Austin v. State of Alabama
Bruce Lanier Austin appeals convictions for capital murder, first-degree assault, and discharging a firearm into an occupied vehicle arising from a November 2022 shooting in Birmingham. He contests the sufficiency of the evidence, the admission of graphic photographs, and the denial of his motions to suppress his custodial statements. The text begins analyzing the sufficiency of evidence but cuts off before reaching a final decision or holding on the appeal.
2026-08-21 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
USA v. Alba
MEMORANDUM DECISION AND ORDER denying 37 Motion to Suppress as to Maria Christina Alba (1). Signed by Judge Robert J. Shelby on 8/21/2026.(mh)
2026-08-21 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Polite et al v. General Dynamics Corporation
MEMORANDUM OPINION AND ORDER: The Court GRANTS in part and DENIES in part General Dynamics's Motion to Dismiss (Doc. 35). Gerry Lewis's, Corey Polite's, Gary Roundtree's, and Kennie Browns discrimination claims will proceed. McKinlei Polite's discrimination claim is DISMISSED WITHOUT PREJUDICE.Gerry Lewis's, Corey Polite's, and McKinlei Polite's retaliation claims are DISMISSED WITHOUT PREJUDICE. Gary Roundtree and Kennie Browns retaliation claims will proceed. Gerry Lewis and Corey Polites constructive discharge claims are DISMISSED WITHOUT PREJUDICE. Gary Roundtrees constructive discharge claim will proceed. The Court DENIES WITHOUT PREJUDICE General Dynamics's severance request. If the Plaintiffs wish to file an amended complaint, they have leave to do so until 9/11/2026. The Clerk of Court is further directed to strike General Dynamics's supplemental Motion to Dismiss (Doc. 42) for failure to comply with the Local Rules. (Ordered by Senior Judge Jane J Boyle on 8/21/2026) (kcr)
2026-08-21 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
USA v. Paez Rodriguez
JUDGMENT on Sentencing Hearing held on 8/20/2026 as to Victor Alfonso Paez Rodriguez: Plea of guilty to Counts 1, 2, 3 and 4 of the Indictment. Imprisonment for a term of 30 months to run on each of the four counts of conviction concurrent with each other. Remanded to custody. No term of supervised release imposed. $400 special assessment. Signed by District Judge Eli J. Richardson on 8/21/2026. (kp)
2026-08-21 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
USA v. WELDON
OPINION AS TO JAMES WELDON. Signed by DISTRICT JUDGE JOEL H. SLOMSKY on 8/21/26.8/21/26 Entered and Copies E-Mailed. (mac)
2026-08-21 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Case Name in Immigration Case - Unavailable
MEMORANDUM (Order to follow as separate docket entry) re 1 Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus, filed by Isaac Alfaro-Estrada. For the foregoing reasons, the court concludes that the petitioner is currently detained pursuant to 8 U.S.C. § 1226(a), not 8 U.S.C. § 1225(b)(2), and thus he is entitled to an individualized bond hearing. Accordingly, the petition will be granted, and the government will be ordered to provide the petitioner with an individualized bond hearing within twenty-one days or to release him from custody.An appropriate order follows. Signed by Honorable Joseph F. Saporito, Jr on 8/21/26. (ms)
2026-08-21 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
State v. Cannon
Andre Cannon petitioned for reargument after a judge denied his motion to suppress evidence obtained during a traffic stop for an unsafe windshield. The court denied the motion for reargument, ruling that there was no overlooked controlling precedent or facts that would alter the outcome of the suppression hearing. The judge further concluded that the arguments presented were merely rehashing points already decided during the suppression hearing.
2026-08-21 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
United States v. Christopher Birry
Christopher Birry appealed the denial of his motion to suppress evidence found during a traffic stop, arguing that the police unlawfully extended the stop and exceeded the scope of his consent. The court affirmed the district court’s decision, holding that the traffic stop and subsequent search were constitutional because the officers were on the proper mission to address a traffic infraction and safety concerns, and therefore did not go off mission.
2026-08-21 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
United States v. Enyinna Onyewu
Enyinna Onyewu and his co-defendants were convicted of conspiracy to interfere with interstate commerce by robbery and related offenses, and they appealed by arguing for a new trial or acquittal. After reviewing arguments regarding evidentiary rules and ineffective assistance of counsel, the court concluded that none of the arguments succeeded. Accordingly, the D.C. Circuit affirmed the appellants' convictions in their entirety.
2026-08-21 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Velazquez v. Gov't of the VI
Alejandro Velazquez appeals the Superior Court’s February 14, 2025 order denying his petition for writ of habeas corpus. The Supreme Court of the Virgin Islands has jurisdiction over this appeal because the denial of a habeas petition is a final order, and it affirms the Superior Court’s judgment.
2026-08-21 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Commonwealth of Kentucky v. Kevin R. Master
The Commonwealth of Kentucky appeals the Kenton Circuit Court's Order suppressing evidence recovered from Kevin R. Master. Finding no barrier to the application of the good-faith exception to the exclusionary rule after a hearing on the issue, the Court reversed the Circuit Court's Order.
2026-08-21 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State ex rel. Standen v. N. Ridgeville
Relators sought a writ of mandamus to compel the City of North Ridgeville to commence a second appropriation trial for the residue of their property, claiming they suffered damages due to a loss of roadway access following a partial taking. The Ohio Supreme Court denied the writ, holding that the relators had exhausted their adequate remedy in the ordinary course of law regarding those damages.
2026-08-21 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
In re Adoption of C.M.H.
An Ohio appellate court affirmed a trial court’s judgment that a biological mother’s consent was not necessary for the adoption of her son by his paternal aunt and uncle because she failed to provide meaningful and regular maintenance and support for a year prior to the petition filing. The appellate court rejected the mother’s argument that the trial court abused its discretion by relying on inadmissible exhibits, finding that the record upheld the trial court’s decision without them. The panel concurred that the trial court properly found she failed without justifiable cause to meet her support obligations.
2026-08-21 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State v. Dallas
Tamara Dallas appealed her conviction and 54-month sentence after arguing the trial court abused its discretion by ordering her to pay court costs despite her claim of indigency. The appellate court affirmed the judgment, holding that under Ohio law, a trial court is not required to waive costs for indigent defendants as long as its decision is not arbitrary and is based on the available facts. The court found the trial court properly reviewed the presentence investigation and determined that Dallas had the ability to pay the court costs.
2026-08-21 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State v. Alexander
Darrol Alexander II appeals his conviction for domestic violence and consecutive sentences totaling 30 months, arguing that the State of Ohio breached their plea agreement by failing to prevent a violation of his post-release control. The appellate court affirms the judgment, finding that the prosecutor’s explicit statement adhering to the plea agreement during sentencing undermines Alexander’s claim of a material breach.
2026-08-21 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
(PS) Dungan et al v. County of Shasta et al
ORDER AND FINDINGS and RECOMMENDATIONS signed by Magistrate Judge Dennis M. Cota on 8/20/2026 DENYING Plaintiffs' 50 motion for issuance of a summons; and RECOMMENDING that Plaintiffs' 63 & 66 motions for injunctive relief be denied; Defendants' 50 & 51 motions to dismiss be granted in part and denied in part, as follows: a. Defendants' motion to dismiss be granted insofar as the Court finds that Plaintiffs cannot pursue in this action claims related to probate proceedings. Such claims have been added to the second amended complaint absent leave of Court or stipulation and contrary to the District Judge's order granting leave to amend. Further, joinder of such claims would violate Rule 18. b. Defendants' motion to dismiss be granted insofar as the Court finds that Plaintiff Lacey Dungan lacks Article III standing to pursue any claims related to child dependency proceedings or the outcome of such proceedings. c. Defendants' motion to dismiss be denied insofar as the Court finds that Plaintiff Lacey Dungan has standing to pursue claims on her own behalf which are not directly related to the child dependency proceedings or outcome of those proceedings. d. Defendants' motion to dismiss be denied insofar as the Court finds that Plaintiffs have sufficiently alleged a municipal policy or custom to sustain Monell claims, but only to the extent such claims are not otherwise barred. e. Defendants' motion to dismiss be denied insofar as the Court concludes that, based on the allegations...
2026-08-20 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
State v. Jones
The Court of Appeals affirmed the district court’s decision that a law enforcement officer violated the New Mexico Constitution by expanding the scope of the investigation beyond the original reason for the traffic stop to conduct a pat-down and search for personal items. The court ruled that the methamphetamine seized was the fruit of this illegal search, affirming the order suppressing the drug evidence.
2026-08-20 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Q.C., a Child v. State of Florida
Q.C., a child, appeals the trial court’s denial of his motion to suppress. Based on the testimony and totality of the circumstances, the Third District Court of Appeal affirmed the lower court’s decision.
2026-08-20 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Mucu Maaz v. Albarran et al
ORDER GRANTING PRELIMINARY INJUNCTION. Signed by Judge Beth Labson Freeman on 08/202026. (blflc3, COURT STAFF) (Filed on 8/20/2026)
2026-08-20 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Mitchell v. Lilac Solutions, Inc.
The case concerned an appeal of a trial court’s refusal to compel arbitration for plaintiffs claiming wrongful termination and discrimination against Lilac Solutions. The appellate court affirmed that decision, determining the defendants had effectively waived their right to arbitrate by taking extensive discovery and filing procedural motions before seeking arbitration. The court also rejected the defendants' argument that the trial court penalized them for failing to immediately compel arbitration due to conflicting federal laws regarding sexual harassment claims.
2026-08-20 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Modern Woodmen of America v. Harris et al
MEMORANDUM OPINION AND ORDER. Signed by Judge Edmund G LaCour Jr on 8/20/2026. (KNS)
2026-08-20 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Morris v. City of Harrisville et al
MEMORANDUM DECISION AND ORDER denying 44 Motion for Amended Scheduling Order. Signed by Magistrate Judge Dustin B. Pead on 8/19/2026. (bg)
2026-08-20 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Western Mortgage v. Walker
Western Mortgage sued the Walkers to quiet title after failing to form a joint entity for land development, but the district court ruled in favor of the Walkers on breach of contract and fiduciary duty claims. The Utah Supreme Court reversed the district court’s decision to award attorney fees, holding that the Walkers failed to comply with disclosure rules regarding their contingency fee and that this failure prevented them from recovering those fees as consequential damages.
2026-08-20 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Porras et al v. NuStar Energy LP et al
Memorandum Opinion and Order: The Court has jurisdiction over this case. The motion to remandis DENIED.The Court GRANTS Porras leave to file an amended complaint, compliant with the federal pleading standards, within twenty-one days of the issuance of this Order. (Ordered by Judge Brantley Starr on 8/20/2026) (ndt)
2026-08-20 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
In the Estate of Helen Florence v. the State of Texas
An appellant appealed a judgment from a Walker County probate proceeding, but the parties settled their disputes through mediation and agreed to dismiss the appeal. The court granted the appellant’s motion to dismiss the case, formally dismissing the appeal on those grounds.
2026-08-20 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Rene Angel Hernandez and Noe Lauro Hernandez, Independent of the Estate of Benito Hernandez v. Ricardo Hernandez and Joel Hernandez
This case concerns the independent executors of Benito Hernandez’s estate appealing a trial court’s order granting summary judgment to Ricardo Hernandez and Joel Hernandez on whether they violated a no contest clause in the decedent’s will. While the lower court designated the no contest contest issue as a “trigger issue” to support a permissive appeal, the Court of Appeals determined that the appellants failed to meet the requirements for such an appeal because the litigation still involved pending counterclaims. Consequently, the appellate court denied the petition for permissive interlocutory appeal and dismissed the case for want of jurisdiction.
2026-08-20 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Walkowicz Shea v. Kalahari Resorts & Conventions - Poconos et al
MEMORANDUM (Order to follow as separate docket entry). Signed by Honorable Robert D. Mariani on 8/20/2026. (clc)
2026-08-20 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Guanuna v. Sawatzki
The matter before the Utah Court of Appeals involves an appeal challenging a district court’s decision not to terminate Jonathan Sawatzki’s parental rights despite genetic testing confirming that Juan Miguel Guanuna is the biological father of the two children. The district court refused to recognize the DNA results, ruling instead that maintaining the children with Jonathan was in their best interest, and the appellate court agreed that this represented no abuse of discretion. Accordingly, the court affirmed the lower court’s rulings and denied Guanuna’s request for relief.
2026-08-20 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)