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Wilkes v. Ohio Dept. of Transp.
The Ohio Supreme Court held that the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is immune from a wrongful death claim regarding a vehicle struck by a sandbag thrown from a reconstructed bridge. The court ruled that ODOT’s decision not to install temporary vandal-protective fencing on the closed section of the bridge involved a high degree of discretion and constituted a basic policy decision. Consequently, the Supreme Court reversed the appellate court’s judgment and remanded the case with instructions to dismiss.
2026-10-06 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State v. Chau
The Supreme Court held that personal service of a protective order is not an element of the crime for violating an order for protection, but rather serves as a way to prove the defendant knowingly or intentionally violated the order. Because the trial court treated service as an element when it acquitted the defendant, the acquittal stands under the state constitution, and the court affirmed the appeals court’s dismissal of the State’s appeal.
2026-10-06 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Taylor v. Frazier
This consolidated appeal involves two self-represented plaintiffs challenging the Probate Court’s decision to appoint the defendant as executor of their father’s estate. The appellate court held that the trial court did not abuse its discretion regarding one plaintiff, but it properly reversed the dismissal of the second plaintiff’s appeal for lack of standing because the plaintiffs alleged significant potential harm to their pecuniary interests in the estate.
2026-10-06 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Mack v. Pinero
Demetrius Mack appealed a custody judgment awarding joint legal custody with primary physical custody to Elia Pinero. The appellate court affirmed the lower court’s decision, finding that its order was reasonably supported and did not disclose a clear abuse of discretion despite the high level of conflict between the parents.
2026-10-06 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Jarrell v. AllCare Health, Inc.
OPINION AND ORDER signed on 10/05/2026 by Judge Mustafa T. Kasubhai: Sky Lakes' Medical Center's Motion for Attorney Fees (ECF No. 48) is GRANTED in part as follows: Plaintiff's counsel shall pay Sky Lakes' attorney fees in the amount of $9,822.66. Payment must be made no later than 30 days after entry of this order, in the form a check made payable to "Sky Lakes Medical Center" and delivered to: Sky Lakes Medical Center, C/O Jon French, Vice President and General Counsel, 2865 Daggett Avenue, Klamath Falls, OR 97601. Plaintiff's counsel shall also send a copy of the payment transmittal letter and check to Sky Lakes' Counsel on the day of mailing. (bd)
2026-10-05 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
In re Adoption of K.F.A.
The case involves Jamie F., the biological mother of K.F.A., appealing an Ohio trial court’s judgment determining that her consent was not required for the adoption of her child because she failed without justifiable cause to provide for the child’s support. Jamie argues that a civil protection order issued against her constitutes justifiable cause, yet the provided text cuts off before the appellate court issues its final ruling on this assignment of error.
2026-10-05 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Blain v. Blain
Edward Blain appeals a divorce ruling that found the proceeds from the sale of the Crumrine property were marital assets rather than a gift, based on the four corners of the deed rather than the appellant’s testimony. The trial court adopted the magistrate’s findings over the appellant's objections, determining that the recorded instruments showed an exchange of money or consideration and that the transfer was not a gift. The provided excerpt begins to address the legal standard for reviewing this characterization but does not contain the final outcome of the appeal.
2026-10-05 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
CARIAS v. NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY et al
MEMORANDUM OPINION AND ORDER that Defendants Martha Turner, Psy. M.A., and Henry Brandhorst, Psy.D.'s Motion for Reconsideration (Dkt. 37) is DENIED as set out herein. Signed by DISTRICT JUDGE ROSSIE DAVID ALSTON, JR on 10/05/2026. (at)
2026-10-05 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Martinez-Pacheco v. Unknown Party
OPINION; Judgment to issue; signed by District Judge Jane M. Beckering (lep)
2026-10-05 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Zachary Harper v. State
Zachary Harper appeals his conviction for trafficking in methamphetamine and possession of drug related objects, arguing that a trial court erred by denying his motion to suppress a bag of suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia found in a small furniture chest in a camper where he was staying. He contends that Candace Miller, the sole occupant present at the time of the search, lacked authority to consent to the search of the locked boxes and drawers inside the chest. Because the appellate court disagrees with his argument that Candace lacked apparent authority to consent to the search of the camper's contents, it affirms his conviction.
2026-10-05 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State v. Javon Patrick Walker
The State appealed a trial court’s order suppressing a rape suspect’s statements made to police, arguing that the suspect was not in custody. The Court of Appeals of Georgia reversed the suppression order after finding, based on body camera footage, that a reasonable person would have felt free to leave the home due to a clear path to an exit and the lack of physical restraint. The court concluded that the police were not required to provide Miranda warnings because the suspect was not in custody.
2026-10-05 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State v. Williams
The Ohio Court of Appeals dismissed a criminal appeal filed by Denise Elain Williams from the Warren County Court of Common Pleas, finding the proceedings lacked prejudicial errors warranting a reversal. Appellant’s counsel requested permission to withdraw under Anders v. California because the record failed to disclose any errors contributing to the appellant’s rights. After an independent review, the court granted the motion to withdraw and finalized the dismissal of the appeal.
2026-10-05 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State v. Hubbs
Heather Marie Hubbs appeals her conviction in the Clermont County Court of Common Pleas following a guilty plea to a charge of third-degree felony child endangering involving unnecessary medical procedures. The court affirms the conviction, ruling that the trial court did not abuse its discretion in denying Hubbs' motion to withdraw her plea and in imposing a sentence of three years of reporting community control.
2026-10-05 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Alexander v. Conway
Keith Alexander appeals the judgment of the trial court affirming the Ohio Board of Building Appeals, which upheld a fire-code citation for a disabled sprinkler system and imposed penalties including a $20,000 one-time civil penalty and a prospective daily fine. Alexander argues that the Board lacked statutory authority to impose these specific penalties, though the text provided cuts off before explaining the appellate court's final ruling.
2026-10-05 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Barreiro v. United States
Niurka Barreiro and Ruben Muro Suarez sued the United States for negligence under the Federal Tort Claims Act after being struck by a falling tree limb on the National Mall. The court dismissed the lawsuit for lack of subject-matter jurisdiction, holding that the United States was immune from suit because the alleged misconduct involved "discretionary functions" that Congress did not intend to waive.
2026-10-05 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State v. EDUARDO R. HERRERA
The State appeals a trial court’s order granting defendants a partial motion to exclude the expert testimony of an optometry professor regarding Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN) tests. The Court of Appeals dismissed the appeal because the State filed its notice of appeal 27 days after the order, violating the two-day requirement under OCGA § 5-7-1(a)(5) for orders that suppress opinions.
2026-10-05 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Com. v. Wirfel, J.
Javar Wirfel appeals an amended judgment of sentence that increased his incarceration to three to six years after a trial court granted the Commonwealth’s motion to modify his original sentence based on abusive communications he directed at the prosecutor. The appellate court affirmed the sentence for his drug conviction but vacated the sentence associated with a separate possession conviction.
2026-10-05 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Rodrigues et al v. Dolan et al
ORDER denying 72 Motion for Judgment as a Matter of Law and Motion for a New Trial or Remittitur. So Ordered by Chief Judge John J. McConnell, Jr. on 10/2/2026. (Simoncelli, Michael)
2026-10-02 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Lyles v. Philadelphia Board of Pensions and Retirement et al
MEMORANDUM. SIGNED BY DISTRICT JUDGE JOHN F MURPHY ON 10/2/2026. 10/5/2026 ENTERED AND COPIES MAILED TO PRO SE.(ahf)
2026-10-02 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Moran v. United States of America
FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW. IT IS HEREBY ORDERED, pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 58, that the Clerk of Court enter judgment by separate document in favor of Plaintiff and against Defendant. Signed by Judge Brian Morris on 10/2/2026. *SEE ORDER* (ACC)
2026-10-02 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
USA v. Willingham
ORDER ADOPTING REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS78. A copy of this order has been mailed to Defendant. Signed on October 2, 2026 by District Judge Greg Kays. (Law Clerk)
2026-10-02 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Woolfolk et al v. Lunda Construction Company et al
REC)Order of Dismissal. After reviewing 38 the parties' Joint Stipulation of Dismissal without Prejudice, the Court hereby dismisses this case in its entirety without prejudice. Signed on 10/02/2026 by Senior District Judge M Douglas Harpool. (
2026-10-02 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Hearn v. Attorney General of the United States
ORDER: IT IS ORDERED that the Motion for Summary Judgment (Rec. Doc. 26) be GRANTED. Signed by Judge Ivan L.R. Lemelle on 10/2/2026. (dw)
2026-10-02 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Government of Guam, Joseph M. Borja v. Guam Waterworks Authority, Plaintiff-Intervenor-Appellant v. Core Tech International Corp., Younex Enterprises Corp.
This case concerns a legal dispute over who holds title to land underlying a wastewater treatment plant between the Government of Guam and Core Tech International Corporation following the property's return to Guam by the United States. The Supreme Court of Guam reversed the trial court, ruling that GWA is entitled to judgment on its quiet title claim based on a 1997 deed and the after-acquired title doctrine, while vacating the trial court’s decision on Core Tech’s declaratory relief.
2026-10-02 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
In Re Hans Truelson v. the State of Texas
Pro se petitioner Hans Dane Christian Truelson requested that a Harris County court reporter produce the transcript from his underlying trial. The Court of Appeals determined it lacks authority to issue a mandamus writ against court reporters unless they interfere with appellate jurisdiction, concluding that Relator failed to establish entitlement to relief. Therefore, the court denied the petition for writ of mandamus and dismissed the pending motions as moot.
2026-10-02 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Shannon v. Shannon
Jarrod Shannon appealed a Sarpy County District Court contempt order after his ex-wife alleged he violated the divorce decree and parenting plan, but the Nebraska Supreme Court struck his appeal brief due to the presence of fictitious citations. Because the court could not consider the merits of his arguments and reviewed only for plain error, it found no such error and affirmed the district court’s decision.
2026-10-02 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
In Re the Marriage of Escobar & Peery
This case involves a debt arising from a marital settlement agreement that a husband attempted to discharge in bankruptcy, but courts initially deemed it a domestic support obligation. The appellate court reversed that ruling, finding that the family court erred by focusing on party intent rather than the merged decree's plain language. The court affirmed subsequent orders enforcing the promissory note and the husband's child-support obligations.
2026-10-02 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
City of Houston v. Javier Alexander Guevara and Miguel A. Munguia
This case concerns an interlocutory appeal regarding governmental immunity after a collision between a Houston police sergeant traveling to work and a driver. The Court of Appeals ruled that the City retained immunity because the driver failed to introduce evidence proving the sergeant was acting within the scope of his employment at the time of the accident.
2026-10-02 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Betts v. Keenan
Bruce Betts sued his former farming partner, Norman Keenan, over the dissolution of their partnership and disputes involving equipment and proceeds. After Norman died pending the appeal, his nephew Chad Keenan substituted to represent the estate. The Kansas Court of Appeals reversed the district court because it failed to apply the Kansas Revised Uniform Partnership Act where the statute governs, finding that this error constituted an abuse of discretion.
2026-10-02 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State v. Adams
The State of Ohio appealed a Montgomery County Common Pleas Court decision suppressing evidence after the trial court ruled that two search warrants issued for the residence of John Bailey Adams lacked probable cause. The appellate court reversed the trial court’s judgment, finding that the affidavits provided by law enforcement supported the issuance of the warrants. The matter has been remanded for further proceedings.
2026-10-02 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
United States v. Acevedo
Miguel Acevedo appealed his conviction for possessing cocaine with intent to distribute after federal agents seized his car from his driveway during a search of the grounds that did not explicitly list "vehicles" as items to be seized. The Second Circuit affirmed the lower court, ruling that officers did not violate the Fourth Amendment by seizing the car because they possessed legal authority to stand on the private property. The court therefore rejected Acevedo’s arguments that the evidence should have been suppressed due to the warrant's limitations.
2026-10-02 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Com. v. Sanchez-Rodriguez, J.
Jose Sanchez-Rodriguez appealed the denial of his Post Conviction Relief Act petition, arguing that his trial counsel was ineffective for failing to suppress evidence from a prior traffic stop and for failing to object to the admission of uncharged bad acts during sentencing. After reviewing the conviction for drug delivery resulting in death and related conspiracy charges, the court decided to affirm in part, vacate in part, and remand for further proceedings.
2026-10-02 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
People v. Banks
Rodney L. Banks appeals a conviction for third-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance following a warrant-based search of his home, and the court affirmed the judgment, finding that the lower court properly denied the motion to suppress the evidence without conducting a hearing. The appellate division also upheld the denial of the defendant's request for judicial diversion and affirmed the sentence imposed by the lower court.
2026-10-02 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
United States v. Ray
Jonathan Ray moved to dismiss his indictment for the unlawful possession of a firearm, arguing that the government's addition of drug-related charges shortly after he successfully suppressed evidence came from a desire to punish his litigation efforts rather than new evidence. The court held that a presumption of vindictiveness requires specific facts showing a "realistic likelihood" of retaliation, refusing to find such proof based solely on the absence of a plea bargain or the short time between the suppression denial and new indictments. Consequently, the judge denied Ray's motion to dismiss for vindictive prosecution and his request for an evidentiary hearing.
2026-10-02 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Kendra Sanders v. Rico Ray
Kendra Sanders appealed the trial court’s denial of her motion to enforce a settlement agreement, arguing that she accepted the material terms of the 2024 offer-to-settle statute OCGA § 9-11-67.1. The Court of Appeals held that Sanders’ written acceptance, along with Progressive’s acceptance on her behalf, constituted a binding contract despite procedural issues regarding document delivery. Consequently, the appellate court reversed the lower court’s ruling.
2026-10-02 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Weiss v. D&D Partners Rochester, LLC
Plaintiff Kimberly Weiss sued D&D Partners Rochester, LLC after sustaining injuries while walking near a speed bump in the defendant’s parking lot. The Appellate Division affirmed the Supreme Court’s order denying the defendant’s motion for summary judgment, ruling that issues of fact remained regarding whether the condition was dangerous, whether the cause of the fall was speculative, and whether the hazard was open and obvious.
2026-10-02 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Smith v. State of New York
Smith v. State of New York involves an appeal from a personal injury action where claimant Terry Smith sought damages for alleged lack of proper medical treatment during his incarceration. The appellate court reversed the lower court's judgment and dismissed the claim because the claimant failed to present the required expert medical evidence to prove medical negligence.
2026-10-02 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
McCall v. Progressive Fleet & Specialty Programs, Inc.
Plaintiff Eric McCall sued an underwriting company and insurance administrators for failing to process his occupational-accident claim after a work-related vehicle accident, alleging that their delays and misrepresentations caused him physical injury and economic harm. The court dismissed claims for insurer bad faith, fraudulent misrepresentation, and declaratory relief against the underwriter, concluding that the applicable law does not recognize them as standalone claims in the circumstances, but it allowed the breach of contract claims against that entity and negligence claims against the administrators to proceed.
2026-10-02 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Rodolfo Echeverria, Jr. v. Dido Echeverria, Sr.
The children of the deceased petitioned a probate court for accountings of two reciprocal trusts, but the court denied their requests based on their status as indirect beneficiaries. The appellate court affirmed the trial court's decision, noting that a beneficiary requesting an accounting must hold a vested interest and discussing whether the children’s contingent remainder interests qualified them as beneficiaries under the Indiana Trust Code.
2026-10-02 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Williamson v. Fatheree et al
Memorandum Opinion and Order the Court grants the summary judgments motions of the defendants in this litigation (resolving Docs. 207, 212, 213, and 218) and grants the joint motion to exclude testimony and evidence of Plaintiff's expert Robert Metzger (resolving Doc. 211). Having found defendants are entitled to judgment in their favor as a matter of law on all claims against them, the Court hereby terminates this case. Judge John R. Adams on October 1, 2026. (C,K)
2026-10-01 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)