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Kentucky Parole Board v. Timothy Shane
This opinion involves two appeals regarding whether the Kentucky Parole Board can delegate the responsibility for conducting final evidentiary hearings to Administrative Law Judges prior to revoking parole. The court concluded that the Parole Board is authorized to delegate the final hearing requirement to ALJs, resulting in the reversal of Hodge's case and an affirmation regarding Shane.
2026-03-19 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
In the Matter of James Steven Cox
The Indiana Supreme Court adopted Special Masters’ findings that former Judge J. Steven Cox committed judicial misconduct by engaging in and relying on ex parte communication with a defendant in State v. Guilfoyle. The Court imposed the most severe discipline available to a retired judge—permanently banning him from judicial service and issuing a public reprimand—while declining to decide whether a separate policy issue constitutes an ethical violation.
2026-03-19 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Gable v. Bain et al
OPINION AND ORDER: Plaintiff's Motion to Appoint a Personal Representative 58 is DENIED. Plaintiff may renew this motion, if applicable, once the state courts have rendered a final decision and no appeal is pending. Signed on 3/19/2026 by Judge Ann L. Aiken. (ck)
2026-03-19 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Nancy C. Fennell v. James M. Fennell
James M. Fennell appeals the Family Court’s orders finding him in willful contempt for violating the divorce decree's requirement to pay equally for his daughter's college education and awarding Nancy C. Fennell attorney's fees. The Court of Appeals affirmed these rulings, concluding that the "College Expenses" provision was clear and unambiguous and that Mother was entitled to compensatory attorney's fees for enforcing the agreement.
2026-03-18 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Heather L. Scherba v. Ronald A. Sherba
In this divorce appeal, Husband contests the family court's inclusion of nonmarital restricted stock units in the calculations for alimony and child support, while Wife argues the court erred by denying her attorney’s fees. The appeals court determined to affirm the family court’s decision in part and reverse it in part.
2026-03-18 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
In the Matter of David F. Stoddard
In this attorney disciplinary matter, Respondent David F. Stoddard entered a consent agreement admitting to misconduct involving failures to communicate with clients and failure to timely meet statutory filing requirements for expert affidavits, and agreed to pay costs. The South Carolina Supreme Court accepted the Agreement for Discipline by Consent, suspending Respondent from the practice of law for nine months.
2026-03-18 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State v. Clegg
Logan Clegg appealed his conviction for murder and related charges, arguing that the trial court wrongly applied the exigent circumstances exception to uphold warrantless searches of his cell phone location data. The Supreme Court agreed with this argument, concluding that the trial court erred in relying on exigency grounds to deny the motion, and consequently vacated the suppression ruling to remand the case.
2026-03-17 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
ROSS v. THOMPSON et al
ORDER GRANTING 3 Motion for Leave to Proceed in forma pauperis. ORDER to Amend Complaint: Ross is ORDERED to amend his complaint no later than April 7, 2026. Ordered by US DISTRICT JUDGE MARC T TREADWELL on 3/17/2026. (kat)
2026-03-17 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Avery v. Whittle
The text outlines an appeal of a divorce decree involving child custody, child support, and the equitable division of property, specifically the appreciation of equity created by paying down mortgages. It reviews the standards for determining a child’s best interests, the classification of marital versus nonmarital assets, and the application of child support guidelines. Although the docket indicates the Nebraska Court of Appeals affirmed the district court's decision, the provided text cuts off before explaining the specific factual findings or reasons for the rulings.
2026-03-17 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
USA v. Smith
MEMORANDUM AND ORDER ON MOTION TO VACATE UNDER 28 U.S.C. § 2255 - The Government shall respond to the allegations set forth in Smith's Motion to Vacate, Set Aside, or Correct Sentence under 28 U.S.C. § 2255, Filing 145, and in his supporting brief, Filing 146, on or before April 15, 2026, as to defendant Dennis Eugene Smith. Smith may file a reply brief no later than 14 days from the date of the Government's response. Ordered by Judge Brian C. Buescher. Copy mailed to pro se party. (RMR)
2026-03-16 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Agnitti v. Philip Morris USA Inc.
The Appeals Court vacated the judgment against Philip Morris USA Inc. in a wrongful death lawsuit for the death of his long-time smoker wife, finding that the jury instruction regarding the violation of the Consumer Protection Act was improper and remanding the case. The court affirmed the verdict on the other claims and held that the plaintiff properly preserved his objection to the Consumer Protection instruction, even though he did not object to the judge's decision to exclude instructions on "half-truths" for fraud.
2026-03-13 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Hill v. Blaine County Idaho District Court, et al.
INITIAL REVIEW ORDER - Hill's Application for Leave to Proceed in Forma Pauperis (Dkt. 1) is CONDITIONALLY GRANTED. Hill is ORDERED to file a supplemental affidavit detailing the categories of his monthly expenses and how much he spends on each category per month. Hill's Complaint (Dkt. 2) is DISMISSED WITHOUT PREJUDICE. Hill is GRANTED leave to amend. Any amended complaint must be filed within 30 days of the entry of this order. 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 (ac)
2026-03-13 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Benton School District; Lori Bacon, in Her Individual and Official Capacity; And Lita Gattis, in Her Individual and Official Capacity v. Brandi Greer
Substitute teacher Brandi Greer sued the Benton School District and its former officials after they allegedly retaliated against her for filing an ethics complaint regarding her child's treatment. The Arkansas Supreme Court reversed the lower court's rulings because Greer’s claims failed as a matter of law, entering judgment for the Appellants and overturning the jury's damages award and the permanent injunction against the District.
2026-03-12 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State v. Cooper
Jodi Cooper appealed the district court’s denial of her motion to suppress evidence obtained during a traffic stop after a K-9 unit alerted to her vehicle, arguing that she was subjected to unlawful custodial interrogation and that her stop was impermissibly extended. The Supreme Court of North Dakota concluded that the police acted lawfully in contacting the K-9 unit and that Cooper’s statements were voluntary, thereby affirming the lower court’s decision.
2026-03-12 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
IN RE: ESTATE OF ULVANG (CIVIL)
The Nevada Supreme Court held that NRS 134.070 requires a per capita without representation distribution of a decedent's estate to their next of kin, excluding descendants by representation. Consequently, the court affirmed the district court's decision that the estate's living first cousins are the sole heirs, leaving appellant Jamie Lipson with no inheritance.
2026-03-12 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
In the Matter of the Welfare of the Children of: L.K., Parent
The Supreme Court affirmed the dismissal of foster parents’ petitions to intervene and assert third-party custody in a state protective care proceeding involving twin Native American children, holding that they are improper parties to the action. The Court vacated the portion of the court of appeals’ opinion that addressed the constitutionality of the Indian Child Welfare Act and Minnesota’s similar statute because those challenges were not properly before the court.
2026-03-11 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
O'LEARY v. HYDE et al
ORDER ON MOTION TO DISMISS granting 10 Motion to Dismiss; dismissing 17 Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus By JUDGE JOHN A. WOODCOCK, JR. (CCS)
2026-03-11 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
William V. Davis v. Judith Christy
William V. Davis and Judith Christy appeal a years-long dispute involving dog-walking etiquette, harassment allegations, and defamation claims that arose between the neighbors. The trial court jury rejected the Davises’ claims for defamation and malicious prosecution while finding Christy liable for civil stalking. On appeal, the Virginia Court of Appeals affirmed the trial court’s judgment, ruling that an adverse-inference instruction was inappropriate under the circumstances because the spoliation was not reckless or intentional.
2026-03-10 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Mosher v. State of Illinois
nt accordingly and close the case. Signed by Magistrate Judge Reona J. Daly on 3/9/2026. (atp)ORDER: Plaintiff's Emergency Motion to Stay Adoption Proceedings (Doc. 96) is DENIED, and Defendants' Motion for Summary Judgment (Doc. 121) is GRANTED. This case is DISMISSED with prejudice. The Clerk of Court is DIRECTED to enter judgme
2026-03-09 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Mcaneeley v. Fukushima
Doreen Fukushima appeals an injunction granted to Lindsay McAneeley, arguing the district court violated her constitutional due process rights by not advising her of the right to counsel and the option for a continuance. The Intermediate Court of Appeals reviews the claim de novo and notes that civil litigants generally do not have a constitutional right to the assistance of counsel, although the TRO informed Fukushima she could retain one. The text provided does not include the court’s final determination regarding whether Fukushima was specifically denied a reasonable opportunity to prepare for the hearing.
2026-03-06 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Kasey Malay v. State of Alaska, Kasey Malay v. State of Alaska
Kasey Malay appeals two convictions for driving while license revoked, arguing that a license should not be considered revoked after the specific period of revocation ends if the driver has not yet taken steps to reinstate it. The court held that a driver’s license remains in "revoked" status until the person takes the affirmative steps necessary to have it reinstated, affirming Malay's convictions.
2026-03-06 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
GILL v. GILL (CHILD CUSTODY)
The Nevada Supreme Court reversed a district court’s decision denying the father child custody and support, finding that the child’s residence in Canada was a temporary absence sufficient to establish home state jurisdiction under the UCCJEA. The court remanded the case for further proceedings, stating it would be premature to determine whether Nevada should decline jurisdiction absent communication with the Canadian court and an opportunity for the parties to brief the issue.
2026-03-05 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Westside Loft Apartment v. Tina Fowler
Westside Loft Apartments appealed a judgment awarding damages to Tina Fowler following a dog attack on the property, arguing that the circuit court erred in denying its motions to join the dog's owners as indispensable parties and striking its answer as a sanction. The court of appeals affirmed the lower court’s decision, noting that the motions to add the necessary party were addressed after the answer had been struck and the appeal regarding the discovery sanction was untimely.
2026-03-04 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Bryant v. Bryant
Jay Bryant sued his brother Jed and their mother Lenora to quiet title to forty acres of land, alleging she still owned an undivided one-half interest despite having agreed to convey it during the divorce settlement. The circuit court quieted title in favor of Jay and Jed, and the appellate court affirmed the judgment based on judicial estoppel preventing Lenora from relitigating the terms of that settlement.
2026-03-04 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Marschner v. Marschner
Richard Marschner challenged a district court order enforcing an indemnification provision that required him to pay his ex-wife for her share of his military retirement after he waived that pay in favor of disability benefits, asserting that federal law preempts state courts from dividing non-disposable disability retired pay. The North Dakota Supreme Court agreed with Marschner and reversed the district court, ruling that federal law prohibits state courts from ordering the division of disability retired pay even if the parties expressly consent to such a provision in a divorce agreement.
2026-03-04 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Myles v. BNSF Railway Company
ORDER ON DEFENDANT'S 23 MOTION FOR SUMMARY JUDGMENT; Granting in part and denying in part 23 Motion for Summary Judgment. Plaintiff's retaliation claims are DISMISSED. Signed by Chief Judge Stanley A Bastian. (BM, Case Administrator)
2026-03-03 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Ratches v. Guerrera et al
For the reasons set forth in the attached ruling and order, Defendants' motion to dismiss, ECF No. 49, is GRANTED in part as to Counts One, Two, and Three of Plaintiff's amended complaint and DENIED in part as to Count Four. Plaintiff's motion for a TRO and a preliminary injunction, ECF No. 83, is DENIED. Signed by Judge Sarala V. Nagala on 3/2/2026. (Valle, G)
2026-03-02 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
In re Stewart
The Supreme Court of Kansas disciplined attorney Shawn E. Stewart for a misrepresentation regarding his income to the Kansas Department of Revenue, holding that to violate KRPC 8.4(c) the ODA must prove the misrepresentation adversely reflects on an attorney's fitness to practice law. Multiple majorities held that Stewart made one and only one such misrepresentation and reversed the panel's finding regarding other alleged misrepresentations, ultimately ordering him to be disciplined by published censure.
2026-02-27 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
King v. Castaneda et al
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS re 1 Complaint filed by Ryan R. King. Objections to R&R due by 3/16/2026. Signed by Honorable Mark E. Ford on February 27, 2026. (tmc)
2026-02-27 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Bedgar v. Wilson
Jeremy Wilson appealed a North Dakota district court's finding that he was in contempt for failing to pay child-related expenses from a divorce judgment and for the resulting remedial sanctions. The North Dakota Supreme Court affirmed in part, reversed in part, and remanded the order. The district court had ordered Wilson to pay $15,611.39 in remedial sanctions and $5,242.66 in attorney's fees.
2026-02-26 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Alber v. Rodin, et al.
Larry Alber appealed a jury verdict that dismissed his negligence claim regarding an alleged carbon monoxide injury at the defendants' farm and awarded costs. The Supreme Court of North Dakota affirmed the judgment, ruling that Alber could not challenge the evidentiary sufficiency of the verdict for the first time on appeal and that the district court correctly awarded expert witness fees.
2026-02-26 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State v. Vasquez
Jose Vasquez appeals a conviction for driving under suspension after entering a conditional guilty plea to contest the district court’s denial of a motion to suppress, but the court found that he failed to preserve the issues for review. Because Vasquez raised those arguments for the first time in a reply brief rather than his opening brief, the court deemed the issues waived and the claims unreviewable. Ultimately, the Supreme Court summarily affirmed the amended criminal judgment.
2026-02-26 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Austin et al v. Monsanto Company et al
OPINION AND ORDER denying 229 Motion for Summary Judgment. Signed by Judge William K. Sessions III on 2/24/2026. (law)
2026-02-24 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Pinski v. City of Philomath et al
OPINION AND ORDER: Defendants' Motion for Summary Judgment 26 is GRANTED. Final judgment shall be entered accordingly. Signed on 2/24/2026 by Judge Ann L. Aiken. (ck)
2026-02-24 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
In the Matter of F.M.W.
The sister of incapacitated F.M.W. challenged the probate court's appointment of the New Jersey Office of the Public Guardian as guardian, arguing the court denied her due process by not allowing witness testimony or making required findings of fact and conclusions of law. Although the appeal became moot after F.M.W.'s death, the court stated it would have remanded the case to ensure a proper evidentiary hearing took place.
2026-02-20 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Kummer v. Embley
MEMORANDUM DECISION AND ORDER denying 13 Motion to Dismiss. Signed by Judge Robert J. Shelby on 2/19/2026. (mh)
2026-02-19 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Matter of Stacy H. v. Jessica T.
The Appellate Division affirmed Family Court’s dismissal of the grandmother’s application for custody, holding that she failed to establish the "extraordinary circumstances" required to overrule the parents' voluntary custodial arrangement. The court noted that the record supported the lower court's finding that the grandmother did not prove abandonment, unfitness, or a drastic disruption to the child's welfare that would justify an intervening custody change.
2026-02-19 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Difolco v. MT State Hospital
Lauren Difolco and Sherry Spear sued the Montana State Hospital after a male coworker lacking their educational and experiential qualifications received a promotion, and an administrative hearing officer found the supervisor’s decision was legitimate. The District Court reversed this finding to award damages, but the Montana Supreme Court held that the lower court exceeded its authority under the Administrative Procedure Act and reinstated the administrative decision.
2026-02-17 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Gines Laguardia, et al v. Immigration and Customs Enforcement et al
MEMORANDUM OPINION AND ORDER. Laguardia's 1 petition for writ of habeas corpus pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 2241 is denied. LaGuardia's 2 motion expedite and 3 motion for temporary restraining order are denied as moot. Judgment shall enter in favor of respondents and against Laguardia. Signed by Judge Leonard T Strand on 2/17/2026. (cPetitioner) (jag)
2026-02-17 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Eric D. Wilson v. State of Indiana
Eric Wilson appeals his conviction for operating a vehicle while intoxicated, specifically challenging the legality of the traffic stop based on the officer's observations of his "jerky" movements. The Indiana Court of Appeals determined that the deputy lacked reasonable suspicion to justify the stop under the totality of the circumstances, leading to the conclusion that the evidence should have been suppressed. Therefore, the court reversed the conviction because the inadmissible evidence compromised the trial outcome.
2026-02-16 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)