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Case Name in Immigration Case - Unavailable
ORDER re: 1 Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus - New Case. Status Report due by 6/22/2026. To the extent petitioner seeks an order directing her immediate release, that request is denied without prejudice. The court finds that a bond hearing before an IJ is sufficient to protect her rights at this stage. The government shall file a status report on or before Monday, June 22, 2026. So Ordered by Judge Steven J. McAuliffe. Status Report due by 6/22/2026.(lw)
2026-06-15 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Charlene Jorgensen and Michael Jorgensen v. Adam B. Smith, M.D., Adam B. Smith, M.D., P.C., and Tri-State Specialists, LLP
Charlene Jorgensen sued a surgeon and his employing companies alleging medical negligence in a breast reduction procedure and that the companies negligently retained the surgeon. The defendants appealed the denial of their motions for summary judgment, arguing the plaintiffs failed to provide a certificate of merit affidavit to support a claim of negligent retention. The court affirmed the lower court's decision to deny summary judgment, citing the law-of-the-case doctrine to refuse reexamining issues decided in a prior appeal and remanding for trial.
2026-06-12 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State of Iowa v. Austin Dean Mahana
Austin Mahana appealed his conviction for unlawfully possessing a firearm while a prohibited felon, arguing that Iowa’s felon-in-possession law violated both the Second Amendment and the Iowa Constitution. The Iowa Supreme Court rejected these constitutional challenges and affirmed the conviction, ruling that the statute is permissible under historical analogues and narrowly tailored to serve the compelling interest in public safety.
2026-06-12 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
FARMER v. HUNSINGER et al
COURT'S RESPONSE TO PLAINTIFF'S REQUEST FOR INFORMATION Ordered by US DISTRICT JUDGE TILMAN E SELF, III on 6/11/2026. (Attachments: # (1) Exhibit Order on Defendants' Motions for Summary Judgment)(vs)
2026-06-11 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
USA v. Davenport
ORDER as to Lammar Davenport (1). 1. The United States' Motion to Dismiss Indictment Without Prejudice, ECF No. 36, is GRANTED; 2. Defendant's Motion to Suppress, ECF No. 28, is DENIED AS MOOT; and 3. The Evidentiary Hearing scheduled for June 26, 2026 at 10:00am is VACATED. SO ORDERED by Judge Regina M. Rodriguez on 6/11/2026. (ccuen, )
2026-06-11 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
David Stone v. Pima County
David Stone appealed the superior court’s grant of summary judgment to Pima County following his termination for refusing to comply with a COVID-19 vaccination mandate. The appellate court reversed the lower court’s decision, finding that genuine issues of material fact precluded summary judgment concerning the reasonableness of the county’s accommodation offer.
2026-06-11 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Hawelu v. Hibbs
ORDER LIFTING STAY & ORDER TO FILE FIRST AMENDED COMPLAINT: Plaintiff's motion to stay this case at Docket 7 is DENIED. The Clerk shall LIFT THE STAY. Plaintiff to file either a First Amended Complaint or a Notice of Voluntary Dismissal within 60 days. Signed by Judge Sharon L. Gleason on 6/11/2026. (ANM, COURT STAFF)
2026-06-11 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Verduzco v. King County
An employee appealed a discrimination case by arguing that a jury instruction combining the legal definitions of an "adverse employment action" for discrimination and retaliation claims was legally misleading. The Washington Supreme Court agreed the instruction was confusing but determined that the employer failed to demonstrate prejudice, resulting in a reversal of the lower court's decision and remand for further proceedings.
2026-06-11 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Kelley v. Dismas Home of New Hampshire
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION re 1 Complaint, recommending Plaintiff's Title VII claim should be dismissed for failure to state a claim upon which relief can be granted. Her ADA claims are the subject of the Service Order issued on this date. Follow up on Objections to R&R on 6/25/2026. The court only follow up date DOES NOT include 3 additional days that may apply per FRCP 6(d) and FRCrP 45(c). So Ordered by US Magistrate Judge Andrea K. Johnstone.(jwb)
2026-06-11 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
In re Disciplinary Proc. Against Feyissa
After a disciplinary hearing found Shakespear N. Feyissa guilty of misconduct including illegal fee charges, the submission of false evidence, and obstruction of discovery, the Disciplinary Board recommended disbarment. The Washington Supreme Court rejected Feyissa’s argument regarding racial bias, finding substantial evidence supported the Hearing Officer’s findings and ordering that he be disbarred.
2026-06-11 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
HENRY COUNTY SCHOOLS v. TYROME DORNELL GRANT, SR.
Former employees Tyrome Grant, Malik Douglas, and Kathleen Forbes appeal the denial of motions to dismiss claims alleging race discrimination, harassment, and contract violations against Henry County Schools. The court reversed the denial of motions regarding the state law claims as barred by immunity or for failure to state a claim, vacated the order regarding the Title VII claims against the school district, and remanded the cases with direction.
2026-06-10 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State v. Hawley
Nathan Hawley was arrested for driving while intoxicated after a traffic stop based on a turn signal violation, arguing that the stop was unconstitutional because it resulted from the officer's mistake of law. The lower courts refused to suppress the evidence, but the Supreme Court has reversed the lower court rulings. The provided opinion document cuts off before explaining the Court’s reasoning.
2026-06-10 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Joshua Blair v. Amber Fields
Joshua Blair appeals the Johnson Superior Court’s order modifying custody and parenting time filed by Amber Fields. The appellate court affirms the trial court’s decision, ruling that the court properly admitted the Guardian ad Litem’s report which found the children are negatively impacted by the chaotic environment at Blair’s home.
2026-06-09 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
USA v. Taumua
ORDER GRANTING DEFENDANT ELIJAH TAUMUA'S MOTION TO SUPPRESS NO. 1 (BLUE BAG) re 40 as to Elijah Taumua (1) - Signed by CHIEF JUDGE DERRICK K. WATSON on 6/9/2026. Taumua's first motion to suppress, Dkt. No. 40, is GRANTED. The contents of the blue bag, including the firearm, magazine, and ammunition, may not be used as evidence in this case. Taumua's second and third motions to suppress, Dkt. Nos. 41-42, are HELD IN ABEYANCE. The Court will hold a status conference in this case on June 22, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. in Aha Kupono. The parties are directed to file a joint status report no later than June 18, 2026. (eta)
2026-06-09 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Rice, Vanessa v. Basina, Fabian et al
ORDER denying 1 Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus without prejudice. Signed by District Judge William M. Conley on 6/9/2026. (jls),(ps)
2026-06-09 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Watkins et al v. United States of America et al
ORDER granting in part 117 MOTION for Extension of Time. The Court (1) GRANTS in part Plaintiffs Response to Order to Show Cause and Motion for Extension of Time to Complete Service [Doc. 117], giving Plaintiffs an additional 45 days to serve Defendants (a) the United States and (b) the thirteen federal judges; and (2) DISMISSES Plaintiffs claims against Defendant Alexandria Hobson without prejudice for failure to serve. Signed by District Judge Katherine A Crytzer on 6/9/2026. (DCB) Mailed to Adam Bunker 9111 Cross Park Drive D200-377 Knoxville, TN 37923, Casey Bunker 215 McCubbins Road Knoxville, TN 37924, Christopher Bunker 215 McCubbins Road Knoxville, TN 37924, Elyse Selvage 3632 Smith Avenue Unit 53 Acton, CA 93510, Frank Dominguez 3632 Smith Avenue Unit 53 Acton, CA 93510, Marcello Hernandez 5551 S. White Mountain Road Suite 2 Show Low, AZ 85901, Michael Watkins 215 McCubbins Road Knoxville, TN 37924, and Teresa Bunker215 McCubbins Road Knoxville, TN 37924
2026-06-09 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Case Name in Immigration Case - Unavailable
ORDER ON PETITION FOR HABEAS CORPUS. The Petition, ECF No. 1, is GRANTED. Petitioner's Opposed Motion for an Evidentiary Hearing, ECF No. 19, is DENIED AS MOOT. Respondent is directed to immediately release Petitioner on conditions of supervision pursuant to 8 U.S.C. § 1231(a)(3). Closing Case. Motions terminated: 19 MOTION for Hearing re 1 Application/Petition (Complaint) for Writ of Habeas Corpus, filed by Viktor Kalaba. Signed by Judge Beth Bloom on 6/8/2026. See attached document for full details. (drz)
2026-06-08 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Natusha Lewis v. Brenda G. Wolfe
Natusha Lewis appeals the district court's dismissal of her complaint seeking a declaration that her parents' quiet-title judgment conveyed property as tenants in common rather than tenants by the entirety. The district court found that the "husband and wife" designation in the 2012 judgment established a tenancy by the entirety, and the opinion states the court affirms the dismissal.
2026-06-08 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State v. Ellway
Jonathan Ellway appealed his OVUII conviction, arguing that the substitution of judges during his bench trial violated the constitutional protection against double jeopardy. The Hawaii Supreme Court ruled that because the second judge took over as the trier of fact before the first judge rendered a judgment and without a formal mistrial, they effectively initiated a new prosecution rather than continuing the first. Because the substitute judge’s assumption of the role was not authorized under Hawaii Rules of Penal Procedure Rule 25(a) for bench trials, the court vacated the district court’s judgment.
2026-06-05 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State of Arizona v. Dave Allen Laporte
Dave LaPorte appealed sentences imposed by the trial court after the appellate court found it improper to use an attempted aggravated DUI as a sentencing enhancer for his crimes. He argued that the trial court violated the prior mandate to limit sentencing to terms at or below the presumptive range by impaneling a jury to impose aggravated terms. The appellate court vacated LaPorte’s sentences and remanded the case for resentencing consistent with its opinion.
2026-06-05 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Monroe County Board of Education v. Barbarietta Turner-Pugh
The Monroe County Board of Education appeals the decision of a Students First Act hearing officer to reverse the Board’s termination of its tenured employee, Barbarietta Turner-Pugh. The court explicitly states that it reverses the hearing officer's decision and the Board's termination of Pugh, although the text provided cuts off before detailing the reasoning for that decision.
2026-06-05 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Lawyer Disciplinary Board v. Brian W. Bailey, A Member of the West Virginia State Bar
The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals ruled against disbarment for attorney Brian Bailey, imposing a two-year suspension while distinguishing his action as fee mishandling rather than misappropriation. However, Justice Bunn concurs in part but dissents in part, arguing that the sentence is insufficient to address the attorney's abandonment of clients, deception, and resulting harm.
2026-06-05 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Fernandez et al v. United Rentals, Inc. et al
MEMORANDUM DECISION AND ORDER granting 17 Motion to Dismiss for Failure to State a Claim. Signed by Judge David Barlow on 6/5/2026. (alf)
2026-06-05 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Wilson v. City of Pendleton et al
Findings & Recommendation: The Court recommends that this action be DISMISSED without prejudice for failure to prosecute. Objections to the Findings and Recommendation are due by 6/22/2026. Signed on 6/5/2026 by Magistrate Judge Andrew D. Hallman. (ecp)
2026-06-05 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
FANCHER v. MCDOWELL
Eva Marie Fancher appealed the district court’s order regarding child support and attorney fees after her former partner, Peter Christopher McDowell, significantly increased his income. The Court of Civil Appeals reversed the district court’s calculation of child support because it failed to consider proper factors for determining support when the father’s gross income exceeded the guidelines maximum, though it affirmed the award of attorney fees to the mother.
2026-06-05 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Reali v. Board of County Commissioners for the County of Dona Ana et al
PROPOSED FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDED DISPOSITION by Magistrate Judge Jerry H. Ritter for Plaintiff's 118 Motion to Substitute. Objections to PF&RD due by 06/22/2026. 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. P. 6(d); Fed. R. Crim. P. 45(c).) (jm)
2026-06-05 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Estate of Allegra Warnick, The v. Benton County, Arkansas et al
ORDER granting 47 Motion to Intervene. The case is STAYED pending entry of a final order by the Circuit Court of Crawford County in the probate case regarding Warnicks Petition for Removal of Personal Representative, Revocation of Letters, and a Motion to Transfer Venue in the Circuit Court. Signed by Honorable Mark E. Ford on June 4, 2026. (mbm)
2026-06-04 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Decker, Cody et al v. Tomaino, Jimmy et al
Final Pretrial Conference ORDER That:1) Plaintiff's motions in limine ##1, 3, 4, and 5 (dkt. #37) are GRANTED IN PART, DENIED IN PART, and RESERVED IN PART as set forth above.2) Defendants' motion in limine #1 (dkt. #43) is GRANTED IN PART and DENIED IN PART as set forth above.3) With respect to plaintiff's motion in limine #3, defendants have until June 30, 2026, to file a brief on the admissibility of plaintiff Decker's misdemeanor convictions, and plaintiffs' response is due July 14, 2026.4) Defendants' deposition designations of the parties are STRUCK AS MOOT, and as to non-party Bachman, are RESERVED as set forth above.5) Except as set forth above, all other filing deadlines and court deadlines in this case remain unchanged. Signed by District Judge William M. Conley on 6/4/2026. (voc)
2026-06-04 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
State v. Cherry
State v. Cherry concerns the appeal of a defendant convicted of multiple drug offenses after the trial court admitted evidence of his firearms ownership and joined his charges. The Supreme Court held that the trial court erred in admitting evidence of the defendant’s general firearms possession and in joining the sale charge with the other charges for trial. As a result, the court reversed the defendant’s convictions, vacated the joinder order in part, and remanded the case.
2026-06-03 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
In the Matter of a Public Safety Officer Death Benefit for Eric William Groebner (Deceased)
The case concerns the death benefits of a police officer who died from a vascular rupture, specifically examining the term "nonroutine" in the statute. The Supreme Court determined that an emergency response is presumptively "nonroutine" regardless of agency classification and that the statutory phrase applies to all listed activities, while also holding that the 2016 presumption did not replace earlier definitions of line-of-duty death. However, the Court affirmed the court of appeals' decision to remand the case because a genuine issue of material fact remains regarding whether the officer engaged in the required "nonroutine stressful" activity.
2026-06-03 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Munoz v. City of Burley
MEMORANDUM DECISION AND ORDER - Defendant City of Burleys Motion for Summary Judgment (Dkt. 19) is GRANTED. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the Court will enter judgment separately in favor of Defendant and close this case. Signed by Judge Amanda K Brailsford. (caused to be mailed to non Registered Participants at the addresses listed on the Notice of Electronic Filing (NEF) by (jd)
2026-06-03 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Knope, Kevin v. Casasola
ORDER granting 47 Motion for Summary Judgment; denying 65 Motion for Oral Argument. Signed by District Judge James D. Peterson on 6/3/2026. (lam),(ps)
2026-06-03 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
David Hurd, Trustee of the Amended and Restated David C. Hurd Trust Dated February 3, 1999 v. H & H Real Estate, LLC, d/b/a Hogan Associates
David Hurd sued H & H Real Estate and Kevan Campbell for producing an unsuitable tenant, arguing the agents failed to adequately vet the individual despite her misconduct. He appeals a Superior Court judgment granting summary judgment, contending the court erred in requiring expert testimony to prove a duty of care, but the Supreme Court affirms the lower court's decision that his claims fail as a matter of law because he is no longer permitted to offer expert testimony.
2026-06-03 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Paris v. Brown
FINDINGS OF FACT & CONCLUSIONS OF LAW: The Petition is DENIED. Final judgment shall be issued accordingly. Signed on 6/3/2026 by Judge Ann L. Aiken. (ck)
2026-06-03 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Doe v. Fulton
John Doe filed a complaint alleging sexual assault and various tort claims, including negligent supervision, against the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Board of Education and teacher Robert Fulton. The Board of Education appealed a trial court order denying its motion to dismiss, arguing that Plaintiff’s claims were barred by governmental immunity and a statute of repose. The appellate court affirmed the trial court’s decision, rejecting these specific defenses.
2026-06-03 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
The People of the State of Colorado v. Troy J. Baker
The Colorado Supreme Court reversed a district court order suppressing evidence after police conducted a protective sweep and searched a vehicle in which defendant Troy J. Baker was a passenger. The court ruled the police actions were constitutionally valid, finding the protective sweep justified by officer-safety concerns and the vehicle search lawful under the automobile exception. Consequently, the case is remanded to the district court for further proceedings with the evidence remaining admissible.
2026-06-01 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Baltrusch v. Simmons Prepared Foods
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS re 2 Complaint filed by Charlie Baltrusch. Objections to R&R due by 6/18/2026. Signed by Honorable Christy D. Comstock on June 1, 2026. (tmc) Modified to reinstate on 6/23/2026 (mjm).
2026-06-01 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Decker, Cody et al v. Tomaino, Jimmy et al
ORDER granting in part, denying in part, and reserving in part 37 Motion in Limine; granting in part, denying in part, and reserving in part 43 Motion in Limine. The clerk's office is directed to cancel the second final pretrial conference scheduled for June 9, 2026, and reset it for the week of August 10, 2026. Signed by District Judge William M. Conley on 6/1/2026. (lam)
2026-06-01 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
State v. Nelson Carreiro
Nelson Carreiro appeals his conviction for two counts of first-degree child molestation, challenging the trial justice's denial of his motion to suppress statements regarding custody, his invocation of his right to counsel, and the state’s lack of specific proof of penetration. The court’s opinion affirms the judgment of the Superior Court for the reasons described in the opinion.
2026-06-01 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
USA v. Glover
MEMORANDUM DECISION AND ORDER - Glovers Motion to Reduce Sentence (Dkt. 51) is DENIED. Signed by Judge David C. Nye. (caused to be mailed to non Registered Participants at the addresses listed on the Notice of Electronic Filing (NEF) by (lm)
2026-05-29 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)