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Crowley v. Blattner Energy
ORDER granting 9 Motion to Amend and denying as moot 3 Motion to Dismiss. Plaintiff shall file the second amended complaint (currently attached as an exhibit to the Motion) within fourteen (14) days of the date of this Order. Signed by Judge Charles Goodwin on 07/30/2026. (jb)
2026-07-30 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Patten et al v. Targa Resources LLC et al
MEMORANDUM OPINION AND ORDER by District Judge Judith C. Herrera granting Plaintiff's Motion for Leave to Amend Complaint 18 and Motion to Remand 17, remanding this case to the First Judicial District Court of Santa Fe County, New Mexico.(baw)
2026-07-30 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Chelby Thrasher v. Jessica Thrasher
Chelby Thrasher appealed her divorce decree regarding property division and attorney’s fees, but the provided text ends before explaining the court's decision on the second and subsequent issues. The court affirmed the trial court and overruled the first issue regarding reimbursement for separate property contributions because Thrasher failed to preserve the claim by not filing a counterpetition or requesting a reporter’s record. Because the excerpt stops mid-sentence in the discussion of property characterization, the court's specific rulings on those remaining issues cannot be determined from the text.
2026-07-30 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State v. Lyman
Asael Paul Lyman appeals his conviction for negligently operating a vehicle resulting in death after a collision in which he was intoxicated and speeding. He contends that the trial court erred by denying his motions for a directed verdict and arrest of judgment based on insufficient evidence, as well as by refusing certain testimony and improperly instructing the jury. The Utah Court of Appeals rejects all of Lyman’s arguments and affirms his conviction.
2026-07-30 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Saberin v. Alation, Inc.
Pejman Saberin appealed the denial of his petition to vacate an arbitration award dismissing his claims that Alation, Inc. illegally terminated him based on an arrest without conviction. The appellate court affirmed the trial court’s decision, finding that California employment laws did not apply because Saberin worked in Utah and the termination was decided in Illinois with no connection to California.
2026-07-30 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
JEANETTE ENRICHI-ROPPE v. DOMITILA v. SANCHEZ
Jeanette Enrichi-Roppe challenged the denial of her notice for a peremptory change of judge in a quiet-title action after the presiding judge designated her a vexatious litigant and dismissed the case. The Arizona Court of Appeals held that her notice was proper and that Rule 42.1 procedures apply even when the judge acting as presiding judge is named in the change-of-judge request. The court vacated the new vexatious-litigant determination and the dismissal of the quiet-title action.
2026-07-30 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Stanley Klos, III v. Kristen L Gentry Klos
In this high-conflict dissolution case, Stanley Klos appeals the trial court's denial of his petitions to modify custody and parenting time, as well as his request for treble damages and attorney fees resulting from allegations that his ex-wife engaged in fraudulent conduct regarding the illegal transfer of LLC escrow funds. The Court of Appeals of Indiana has affirmed in part and remanded in part.
2026-07-30 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Sudler & Trotter v. State
The Maryland Court of Special Appeals affirmed the circuit court’s denial of motions to suppress evidence found during a vehicle search that officers justified by the combined detection of cannabis odor and the fact that all occupants were under the age of 21. The court found that the search complied with the law because it was not based solely on the odor of cannabis, as the prohibition of cannabis possession for that age group provided another distinct basis for the search. Ultimately, the court ruled that the evidence seized from the vehicle was admissible, and the lower court's rulings were upheld.
2026-07-30 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Eric Hines v. Tiffany Shavonne Stevenson Hines
Eric Hines appealed the trial court’s dismissal of his divorce suit for want of prosecution after neither party appeared at a pretrial conference despite the parties having signed a mediated settlement agreement. The appellate court affirmed the decision, finding that the judge did not abuse discretion in refusing to enter judgment on the settlement or deny the motion to reinstate the case.
2026-07-30 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
S. Euclid v. Woodland
Sean Woodland appeals his bench trial conviction for domestic violence, arguing that the prosecution failed to prove he was a family or household member as required by law. The judgment entry affirms his conviction and sentence, and the opinion indicates that the appellate court disagreed with his argument regarding the sufficiency of the evidence.
2026-07-30 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Lakewood v. Smith
Defendant Michael Smith appealed the trial court’s denial of his post-conviction motions, arguing the City of Lakewood failed to disclose exculpatory evidence. The Eighth District Court of Appeals affirmed the trial court’s decision, finding no merit to Smith’s appeal.
2026-07-30 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Cleveland v. Simmons
Ernest O. Simmons appeals his convictions for disorderly conduct and attempted criminal trespass, arguing the trial court violated his right to a jury trial and self-representation. The appellate court affirmed the convictions, holding that minor misdemeanors are not entitled to a jury trial and that Simmons’s failure to file a transcript necessitated a presumption of regularity regarding the lower court's proceedings.
2026-07-30 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
People v. Barber
The Appellate Division affirmed inmate Malik Barber’s conviction for promoting prison contraband in the first degree after holding that a ceramic scalpel found in his possession met the legal definition of dangerous contraband regardless of his claim of self-defense. While the court ruled that statements made by the defendant during interrogation should have been suppressed for lack of Miranda warnings, it determined that this error was harmless because the prosecution had undisputed proof of his possession. The court ultimately declined to exercise its discretion to modify the lower court’s sentence, including the $2,500 fine, citing the seriousness of the defendant's conduct and his refusal to accept responsibility.
2026-07-30 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State v. Tamba
Following a prior conviction for attempted first-degree murder and weapons offenses, Ezekiel Tamba sought postconviction relief and a sentence correction, both of which the Delaware Superior Court denied. The court also granted his postconviction attorney's request to withdraw from his representation.
2026-07-30 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Zachary Wilson v. Elizabeth Gurney
Zachary Wilson appealed a summary judgment against his hosts after being shot while attempting to remove uninvited guests from a party, asserting claims for premises liability and negligent entrustment. The Maine Supreme Judicial Court affirmed the lower court’s decision, determining that the homeowners did not owe a duty to protect Wilson from a third-party trespasser and that negligent entrustment does not apply to real property.
2026-07-30 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
McMahan v. Grasshopper
Brandon McMahan sued Grasshopper Trans after a traffic collision, though the Arizona Supreme Court notes that he improperly served the statutory agent’s assistant instead of the authorized agent. The Court of Appeals previously concluded that Grasshopper waived its objection to the defective service after it appeared and acknowledged it had been served, leading the Supreme Court to grant review to determine whether that waiver was proper. According to the provided text, the Supreme Court granted review but did not explicitly issue a final holding or ruling on the waiver issue.
2026-07-30 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Sanford v. Lauck
Kenneth L. Sanford sued Judge Lauck, various court clerks, and several municipal entities, alleging that legal impediments prevented his Supreme Court petition and that the defendants participated in a civil rights conspiracy. As the opinion describes, the Federal Defendants have filed a notice of non-service and requested that the Court dismiss the case if Sanford fails to provide proper service. The text does not state that the Court has actually ruled on this request yet.
2026-07-30 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State v. Trevizo
The case requires the court to clarify the contours of physician-patient privilege under Rule 11-504 NMRA and determine whether it was waived. The court concludes that the privilege was not waived and affirms the order of the district court suppressing all evidence obtained by the State.
2026-07-30 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
People v. Kazarian
Defendant Mesrop Kazarian appeals his conviction for felony evasion after fleeing police at speeds over 100 mph, arguing the trial court erred by failing to instruct the jury on the legal definitions of speeding and traffic violations. The appellate court affirms the judgment, concluding that the instructional omissions were harmless because the legal definitions were not in dispute and the factual questions were sufficiently litigated.
2026-07-30 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Pinnacle Flooring Solutions v. Premier Homes Group
Pinnacle Flooring Solutions sued Premier Homes for non-payment, and Premier counterclaimed for defective work, seeking attorney fees. The trial court denied these fees because Premier did not explicitly identify a contractual or statutory basis for them, but the Court of Appeals reversed, finding that notice was provided through prior emails and exhibits. The Supreme Court reversed the Court of Appeals, holding that Premier failed to affirmatively identify the basis for the award in its counterclaim as required by the plain language of Rule 3:25(b).
2026-07-30 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Adams v. Hon. Robison
George Adams petitioned the Utah Supreme Court to vacate the Salt Lake City Justice Court's dismissal of his DUI charges so he could return to the justice court to plead guilty, challenging a state law requiring prosecutorial consent. The Court agreed he properly invoked the rules to file a petition under Utah Rule of Appellate Procedure 19 but declined to reach the merits of his constitutional arguments. Ultimately, the Court denied Adams' request because he had not shown that he would likely avoid prosecution on the felony charges separately filed in district court.
2026-07-30 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
CREMEANS v. KROGER LIMITED PARTNERSHIP I et al
ORDER DENYING DEFENDANTS' MOTION FOR SUMMARY JUDGMENT AND DENYING JOINT MOTION FOR CONTINUANCE - Because genuine issues of material fact remain for trial, the Court DENIES Defendants' Motion for Summary Judgment, dkt. 44. The Joint Motion to Continue Trial Date, dkt. 62 is also DENIED with leave to re-file after the August 13 mediation. If the parties cannot resolve this matter at that mediation, dkt. 54, or otherwise, then a jury will do so at the September 22, 2026, trial. SEE ORDER. Signed by District Judge Justin R. Olson on 7/29/2026. (KAA)
2026-07-29 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
De Rossitte v. Daniel et al
ORDER granting 95 Motion to Reconsider. The Court WITHDRAWS its 92 Order adopting the Report and Recommendation in toto. Further, ADOPTING IN PART AND DECLINING IN PART 87 Report and Recommendations. See Order for specifics. Finally, denying as moot 96 Motion to Stay. Signed by District Judge Susan O Hickey on July 29, 2026. (mjm)
2026-07-29 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Daugherty v. Cottonwood Heights et al
MEMORANDUM DECISION AND ORDER granting in part and denying in part 41 Motion for Summary Judgment. Signed by Magistrate Judge Dustin B. Pead on 7/29/2026. (mh)
2026-07-29 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Shondalyn McIntyre v. Assessment Intervention Management
The Fourth Court of Appeals affirmed the trial court’s dismissal of Shondalyn McIntyre’s discrimination and retaliation claims against Assessment Intervention Management, ruling that she failed to exhaust her required administrative remedies with the Texas Workforce Commission. The court held that filing an administrative charge with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission was insufficient to satisfy the prerequisite for bringing suit under the Texas Commission on Human Rights Act. The judgment of the trial court was affirmed.
2026-07-29 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Lou Moore v. the State of Texas
Lou Moore was convicted of sexual assault of a child and sentenced to life imprisonment by a Bowie County jury. On appeal, Moore argued that the evidence was legally insufficient to support the verdict. The Sixth Appellate District Court of Texas affirmed the trial court's judgment, concluding that legally sufficient evidence supported the conviction.
2026-07-29 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
USA v. Ingram
DECISION AND ORDER that Defendant's 16 Motion to Suppress is DENIED. Signed by U.S. District Judge Glenn T Suddaby on 7/29/2026.(sal)
2026-07-29 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Leibowitz v. New York County Lawyers Assn.
Heidi Leibowitz appealed the dismissal of her lawsuit alleging pregnancy and gender discrimination under New York State and City human rights laws, as well as retaliation for taking maternity leave. The Second Department affirmed the order granting the New York County Lawyers Association's motion for summary judgment, finding that the defendant met its burden by demonstrating legitimate, non-discriminatory reasons for terminating her employment, such as her failure to specify a return-to-work date.
2026-07-29 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Fischer v. Fischer
In Fischer v. Fischer, a former spouse sued Receiver Parties alleging fraud and breach of fiduciary duty regarding a contested company sale executed while the receivership appointment was being appealed to the Dallas Court of Appeals. The Business Court of Texas ruled that the plaintiff sufficiently established Michael Newman’s protection from those claims due to his derived judicial immunity. However, the court denied immunity for Fischer Seller and Fischer Purchaser, finding that the allegations failed to provide enough specific facts to survive a dismissal at the pleading stage.
2026-07-29 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Matter of Elnour v. Elnour
This case involves an appeal from a Family Court order granting the mother sole legal and physical custody of the parties' child and denying the father's petition for joint physical custody. The Appellate Division affirmed the order, finding that the lower court made a proper determination that joint physical custody was inappropriate due to the father's domestic violence and the parents' antagonism, supported by a sound and substantial basis in the record.
2026-07-29 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Gomez v. City of New York
Jimmy Gomez commenced a personal injury action against New York City following burns sustained during construction near a portable propane heater, alleging violations of Labor Law §§ 200 and 241(6). While a jury found the defendants negligent and in violation of certain safety regulations, it determined that those violations were not a proximate cause of the plaintiff’s injuries. Affirming the trial court’s denial of a motion for a new trial on grounds that the verdict could be reconciled with the view that the accident was caused solely by the plaintiff’s own improper conduct, the appellate division ruled that the judgment in favor of the defendants should stand.
2026-07-29 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Cho Chuen Tsoi v. Stillwell Plumbing Supplies, Inc.
Cho Chuen Tsoi brings a personal injury action stemming from a bicycle accident with a fleeing driver outside Stillwell Plumbing Supplies, Inc., leading Stillwell to sue Auto Group Collision Corp. for indemnification and contribution. The Appellate Division reversed the lower court, granting Auto Group's motion for summary judgment and dismissing the third-party complaint because the evidence established Auto Group owed no duty of care and did not cause the injury.
2026-07-29 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
McAllister v. Walton Law Group, LLC
Carl McAllister sued former attorney Charles Walton and The Walton Law Group, LLC for failing to file a discrimination lawsuit on his behalf, leading to federal claims of legal malpractice, breach of contract, fraud, and negligent misrepresentation. The court denied the defendants’ motion to dismiss these claims.
2026-07-29 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Hillsborough County v. Giambrone
Hillsborough County appealed a final judgment that awarded firefighter paramedic Angelo Giambrone back pay and mandated the County to accommodate employees with medical marijuana cards absent proof of on-duty impairment. The District Court of Appeal reversed that judgment, holding the trial court's reasoning regarding the collective bargaining agreement and constitutional amendment could not be reconciled with the governing texts.
2026-07-29 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Smith v. National Railroad Passenger Corp.
Plaintiff Todd Smith sued Amtrak for ADA discrimination and retaliation, later amending his complaint to add new bases for his retaliation claims. The court granted Defendant Amtrak’s motion to reopen discovery in part, agreeing that there was good cause for limited additional discovery regarding the new allegations, but it did not sanction a wholesale reopening for the original claims where the defendant was not diligent.
2026-07-29 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Leibowitz v. New York County Lawyers Assn.
Heidi Leibowitz appealed an order granting the New York County Lawyers Association summary judgment in her suit alleging gender discrimination and retaliation following her termination for failing to commit to a return-to-work date. The Second Department affirmed the lower court's decision, determining that Leibowitz did not raise a triable issue of fact to establish that her termination was a pretext for discrimination or retaliation.
2026-07-29 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Michael Nearing, Etc. v. Ramiro A. Rodriguez, Etc.
Nearing appeals an order dismissing claims against Rodriguez and Bello’s Estate, arguing that the law of the case doctrine should not bar the lawsuit. The Court agrees, reversing the dismissal and holding that the conversion claim against the estate, as well as other counts in the amended complaint, are not disallowed based on the prior decision. The matter is remanded for further proceedings consistent with the opinion.
2026-07-29 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
In the Matter of the Estate of Paul Brandon Barringer, II (3)
This estate dispute involves the claims of daughter Hampton Luzak against the estate of her father, Paul Barringer II, for the imposition of a constructive trust and the enforcement of a purported contract not to revoke estate documents. The appellate court issued an opinion affirming in part, reversing in part, and remanding the case after determining that the summary judgments were vacated pursuant to previous Supreme Court proceedings.
2026-07-29 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Shirley E. Melton v. Vanderburgh County Commissioners
Shirley E. Melton and her sons sued Vanderburgh County claiming a traffic barrier at the end of a subdivision road barred their access to farmland based on an alleged easement. The trial court dismissed the suit, ruling that the claims were barred by the statute of limitations and lacked subject matter jurisdiction. The Court of Appeals affirmed the dismissal for some claims, reversed the dismissal for others, and remanded the case for further proceedings.
2026-07-29 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
In re Jahvar S.
The respondent mother appealed from the trial court’s judgments terminating her parental rights regarding one son and permanently transferring guardianship of another son. She argued that she was denied effective assistance of counsel because her attorney did not object to hearsay evidence regarding her threatening statements to social workers. The court affirmed the lower court’s rulings, holding that her attorney’s decision was a reasonable trial strategy and that she failed to prove prejudice because the court’s decision was based on other factors, such as her interactions with the criminal justice system and her inability to engage in mental health treatment.
2026-07-29 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)