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Stevens, Owen v. Mila Brown
Owen Stevens appealed a Family Court order denying his motion to reargue ancillary divorce proceedings, arguing over the resulting asset division. The Supreme Court affirmed the decision to deny the motion, finding it untimely and unsupported by a showing of excusable neglect, while noting it lacked jurisdiction to review the asset division ruling due to procedural defects.
2026-02-13 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Pingree v. University of Utah et al
MEMORANDUM DECISION AND ORDER granting in part and denying in part 169 Motion in Limine; denying 170 Motion in Limine; denying 171 Motion in Limine; denying 172 Motion in Limine; denying 173 Motion in Limine; granting in part and denying in part 174 Motion in Limine; denying as moot 175 Motion in Limine; granting in part 176 Motion in Limine; granting 177 Motion in Limine; denying as moot 178 Motion to Exclude; denying as moot 179 Motion in Limine; deferring ruling on 180 Motion in Limine; granting 181 Motion in Limine; denying 183 Motion in Limine; denying as moot 184 Motion in Limine; denying as moot 185 Motion to Exclude; granting in part and denying in part as moot 217 Motion for Remote Testimony. Signed by Judge Jill N. Parrish on 2/13/26 (alt)
2026-02-13 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
State v. Robert M. Christianson
State v. Robert M. Christianson addresses an appeal where the defendant argued that three prior OWI convictions must be excluded from counting toward his sentence because he was denied his constitutional right to counsel. The appellate court concluded that the State failed to prove a knowing, intelligent, and voluntary waiver of counsel in one of the three prior cases, rendering that conviction invalid for sentence enhancement. Accordingly, the court reversed the lower court’s judgment in part, remanded for resentencing with the offense treated as a seventh offense.
2026-02-12 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Mast v. A.A.
Joshua and Stephanie Mast adopted a wounded Afghan orphan in 2020, and A.A. and F.A. later attempted to vacate that adoption order based on claims of custody under Afghan law. While the circuit court and Court of Appeals held that Virginia law did not bar the challenge, the Supreme Court of Virginia reversed those decisions. The court ruled that Virginia Code § 63.2-1216 does apply, entering final judgment dismissing the petition to vacate the adoption.
2026-02-12 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Condon v. Wills
ORDER: The Fourth Amended Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus under 28 U.S.C. § 2254 filed by Petitioner Andrew Condon (Doc. 34) is DENIED. This action is DISMISSED with prejudice, and the Clerk of Court is DIRECTED to enter judgment accordingly and close this case. Signed by Judge Nancy J. Rosenstengel on 2/11/2026. (mlp)
2026-02-11 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Strasburg v. Hardy County, WV, et al
MEMORANDUM OPINION AND ORDER ADOPTING REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION, GRANTING PLAINTIFF'S MOTION TO EXCEED PAGE LIMIT, OVERRULING OBJECTIONS, AND DISMISSING PLAINTIFF'S COMPLAINT WITHOUT PREJUDICE: The Court DIRECTS the Clerk to STRIKE this case from the Court's active docket. Signed by Chief District Judge Thomas S Kleeh on 2/11/2026. (copy Plaintiff)(cnd) (Additional attachment(s) added on 2/11/2026: # (1) Certified Mail Return Receipt) (cnd).
2026-02-11 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Sarah Rock v. Dog Daze of Charleston, LLC
Sarah Rock appeals the circuit court’s order granting partial summary judgment in favor of Respondents following the death of her dog Xumi and injury to Ruben, specifically challenging a ruling that she cannot recover emotional distress damages for the harm to her animals. The Court of Appeals affirmed this decision, holding that because South Carolina classifies pets as personal property, emotional distress damages are unavailable under the traditional measure of recovery for animals. Additionally, the court declined to overrule precedent to allow such awards based on the companion status of dogs, stating that the issue is best resolved by the legislature even though some jurisdictions allow it for intentional acts that are not claimed here.
2026-02-11 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Estate of James Ritchie v. Helbig
In this wrongful death action, the plaintiff challenged a trial court's decision to cap jury-awarded noneconomic damages at $500,000 under *ORS 31.710(1)*, arguing the statute violated Oregon constitutional protections. The appellate court upheld the trial court's ruling, determining that the statute does not violate the remedy clause or jury trial rights.
2026-02-11 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Bird v. United States of America
FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS OF UNITED STATES MAGISTRATE JUDGE re 45 MOTION for Summary Judgment filed by O.M. (a minor), and 51 MOTION for Partial Summary Judgment filed by United States of America. Signed by Magistrate Judge Timothy J. Cavan on 2/10/2026. (JLR)
2026-02-10 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Abira Medical Laboratories, LLC v. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
MEMORANDUM AND ORDER granting 16 Amended Motion to Dismiss for Failure to State a Claim. So Ordered by District Judge Melissa R. DuBose on 2/9/2026. (Urizandi, Nissheneyra)
2026-02-09 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
USA v. Dominguez et al
MEMORANDUM AND ORDER - Defendant's Statement of Objections to Magistrate Judges Order (Filing No. 135) is overruled as to Alfredo Venancio Dominguez (1). The Magistrate Judge's Findings and Recommendation (Filing No. 134) is adopted in its entirety. Defendant's Motion to Suppress (Filing No. 89) is denied. Defendant's Motion to Suppress (Filing No. 128) is denied. This matter will be set for trial by separate order. Ordered by Judge Susan M. Bazis. (RMR)
2026-02-06 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Diaz Deleon v. Linnemeyer et al
RECOMMENDATION OF UNITED STATES MAGISTRATE JUDGE By Magistrate Judge Kathryn A. Starnella on 2/6/2026. IT IS HEREBY RECOMMENDED that the Motions [#81, #83, #88, #94, #100] be GRANTED. RECOMMENDED that Plaintiff's claims against Defendants Ethan Ice and Colorado Legal Defense Group be dismissed without prejudice . ORDERED that Plaintiff shall file a Motion for Clerk's Entry of Default or dismissal papers for Defendants Linnemeyer-Schlagel and Linnemeyer no later than twenty-one days from the date of this Recommendation and Order . FURTHER ORDERED that pursuant to Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 72, the parties shall have fourteen (14) days after service of this Recommendation to serve and file any written objections to obtain reconsideration by the District Judge to whom this case is assigned. For all non-e-filer pro se parties, a copy of this document has been sent via U.S. Mail to the mailing address of record. (amona, )
2026-02-06 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
STATE v. CRAWFORD
The State of Oklahoma appealed a pretrial order suppressing evidence of other acts in a child abuse case against Antonio Rahsawn Crawford. The Court of Criminal Appeals held that it lacks jurisdiction to hear the appeal under Section 1053(6).
2026-02-05 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Theresa Marshall v. Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration, Office of Driver Services - Driver Control
Theresa Marshall appealed the Pulaski County Circuit Court’s denial of her petitions to proceed in forma pauperis and her de novo petition for review of an administrative order sustaining her DUI-related driver’s license suspension. The Arkansas Court of Appeals reviewed the applicable statutes and concluded that the Office of Driver Services acted in accordance with the law regarding the administrative hearing and suspension process. Therefore, the court affirmed the lower court’s decisions, ruling there was no abuse of discretion in denying Marshall relief.
2026-02-04 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
State v. Huante
State v. Huante concerns Timothy Huante’s first-degree murder charge following the fatal shooting of Dallas Quick Bear, wherein the circuit court permitted his expert witness on false confessions, Dr. Stephen Manlove, to testify. The South Dakota Supreme Court granted the State’s petition for an appeal and reversed the circuit court’s order allowing Dr. Manlove’s testimony.
2026-02-04 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Hamer v. Duffy, Cornerstone Poured Foundations, Inc.
Justin Hamer sued Paul Duffy and Cornerstone Poured Foundations for injuries in a 2019 automobile accident, claiming Duffy was negligent and Cornerstone is liable under respondeat superior. Following a trial where the circuit court excluded expert witnesses and denied an amendment regarding Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, the jury found Duffy negligent but Hamer contributorily negligent to a degree barring damages. The South Dakota Supreme Court affirmed in part and reversed in part the circuit court’s rulings on these issues.
2026-02-04 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Jackson v. KA-3 Associates, LLC
This case involves a tenant suing his landlord under the Oregon Residential Landlord and Tenant Act for injuries related to a plastic light fixture cover that fell in a common hallway, while the Oregon Supreme Court previously held that habitability obligations extend to areas outside the dwelling unit. On remand, the Court of Appeals was tasked with deciding whether, under that expanded scope, the incident created a situation where a dwelling unit could be considered unhabitable, though the opinion text cuts off before resolving this specific issue.
2026-02-04 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Christensen et al v. Galliway et al
ORDER - IT IS ORDERED Kent and Kara's motion for partial summary judgment (Doc. 173) is DENIED. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED LeAnn and Carl's motion for summary judgment (Doc. 172) is DENIED. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED LeAnn and Carl's motion to strike Kent and Karas submission of supplemental authority (Doc. 188) is DENIED. The court can determine the relevance and weight of supplemental authority without striking filings or inviting additional briefing. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED no later than February 10, 2026, the parties shall file a joint statement identifying the dates they are available for trial from April 14, 2026, to June 30, 2026. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED the parties shall contact Magistrate Judge Macdonald's chambers within three days of this order to schedule an additional settlement conference. See attached Order for complete details. Signed by Judge Krissa M Lanham on 2/3/2026. (NSH)
2026-02-03 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
USA v. MITCHELL
MEMORANDUM OPINION AND RECOMMENDATION OF UNITED STATES MAGISTRATE JUDGE signed by MAG/JUDGE L. PATRICK AULD on 2/3/26, that the Section 2255 Motion (Docket Entry 50) and the Motion to Supplement (Docket Entry 63) be denied without issuance of a certificate of appealability. (lks)
2026-02-03 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Sollberger v. Humphries
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE REGARDING JURISDICTION: IT IS ORDERED that parties shall show cause why this case or any claims asserted in this litigation should not be dismissed without prejudice for lack of subject matter jurisdiction. No later than February 20, 2026, Plaintiff and Defendants, respectively, shall file their initial memoranda bearing on the Court's subject matter jurisdiction. No later than March 6, 2026, Plaintiff shall file a response to Defendants' initial memoranda and Defendants shall file response(s) to Plaintiffs initial memorandum. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the Defendants' 46 49 50 motions to dismiss Plaintiffs second amended complaint are DISMISSED WITHOUT PREJUDICE. Signed by Judge Brandon S. Long on 2/2/2026. (meb)
2026-02-02 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Banks v. Hoffman (Amended Opinion)
Banks v. Hoffman concerns the D.C. Council’s Anti-SLAPP Act and whether it violated the Home Rule Act by limiting discovery in Superior Court proceedings. The en banc court held that the Council did not exceed its authority because the Act creates supplementary procedures for a subset of cases rather than altering the fundamental organization or jurisdiction of the courts.
2026-01-29 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Smith, Jr. v. United States (En Banc)
Glenn Arthur Smith, Jr. appeals his convictions for sexual abuse and attempted robbery, arguing that the trial court erroneously rejected challenges to the prosecutor’s peremptory strikes of nonwhite jurors under Batson v. Kentucky. After reviewing the case en banc, the court held that the trial court’s Batson analysis was insufficient and that the government’s strike of at least one juror was more likely than not racially discriminatory. Consequently, the court reversed Smith’s convictions and remanded for a new trial.
2026-01-29 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
STATE v. LUEVANO
The State of Oklahoma appealed a ruling suppressing a statement made by Sergio Luevano, citing a defective police translation and Luevano's intoxicated state as reasons the Miranda waiver was invalid. The Court of Criminal Appeals reversed the District Court's suppression, finding the State failed to prove Luevano made the statement with the full awareness of his rights.
2026-01-29 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
MOORE v. PRIMADONNA CO., LLC (CIVIL)
Ronny Moore appeals a district court order granting summary judgment in a slip-and-fall injury lawsuit against a gas station owner and a janitorial services company, arguing that he was not required to prove the defendants had actual notice of the spilled fuel under the "mode-of-operation" theory. The Nevada Court of Appeals reversed the grant of summary judgment on this basis, finding that the district court erred by treating the reasons cited in *Giglio* as distinct, additional elements plaintiffs must prove. The court affirmed summary judgment on the negligent hiring claims and remanded the case for further proceedings.
2026-01-29 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Revet v. Winkelman et al
SCREENING ORDER: Plaintiff's Complaint at Docket 1 is DISMISSED. Plaintiff to file either a First Amended Complaint or a Notice of Voluntary Dismissal within 60 days. Signed by Judge Sharon L. Gleason on 1/26/2026. (ANM, COURT STAFF)
2026-01-26 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Canfield et al v. Grant County Sheriffs Office et al
ORDER granting in part and denying in part 37 Motion for Summary Judgment; granting in part and denying in part 50 Motion to Amend/Correct. Signed by Judge Thomas O. Rice.
2026-01-26 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Hummel v. Attorney General of the State of Montana
ORDER DISMISSING CASE. COA granted. Signed by Judge Brian Morris on 1/23/2026. Mailed to Hummel (TAG)
2026-01-23 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Kurihara v. Castagnetti et al
on the Notice of Electronic Filing (NEF) on January 16, 2026. Registered Participants of CM/ECF received the document electronically to the email addresses listed on the Notice of Electronic Filing (NEF). ORDER: DENYING PLAINTIFF'S COMBINED MOTION FOR RECONSIDERATION UNDER FED. R. CIV. P. 59(E) AND 60(B); AND STRIKING THE PORTIONS OF PLAINTIFF'S SECOND AMENDED COMPLAINT (42 U.S.C. § 1983 - FOURTEENTH AMENDMENT) ASSERTING CLAIMS THAT WERE DISMISSED WITH PREJUDICE IN THE NOVEMBER 24, 2025 ORDER re 37 - Signed by SENIOR JUDGE LESLIE E. KOBAYASHI on 1/15/2026. For the foregoing reasons, Plaintiff's Combined Motion for Reconsideration Under Fed. R. Civ. P. 59(e) and 60(b), filed December 15, 2025, is HEREBY DENIED in its entirety. Because all of Plaintiff's requests for reconsideration of the 11/24/25 Order have been denied, the Second Amended Complaint remains the operative pleading in this case. To the extent that the Second Amended Complaint reasserts claims that were dismissed with prejudice in the 11/24/25 Order, those claims are STRICKEN from the Second Amended Complaint. Because all claims in the Second Amended Complaint against Judge Castagnetti and Judge Morikone have been stricken, Judge Castagnetti and Judge Morikone are not required to respond to the Second Amended Complaint. On January 7, 2026, Shaw and Ching filed a motion to dismiss the Second Amended Complaint ("1/7/26 Motion"). [Dkt. no. 41.] Plaintiffs memorandum in opposition to the 1/7/26 Motion remains due on ...
2026-01-15 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Kaminski, Melissa et al v. Bluegreen Vacations Unlimited, Inc.
ORDER granting 86 Request to Enter a Separate Written Order. The parties' stipulation of dismissal with prejudice, Dkt. 83, is approved, and the case is dismissed with prejudice. Signed by District Judge James D. Peterson on 1/15/2026. (voc)
2026-01-15 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
AJAY (AJAY) v. STATE (CRIMINAL)
The Nevada Supreme Court overturned an immigrant's conviction for sexual assault against a child, determining that he did not knowingly and intelligently waive his Miranda rights during a custodial interrogation. The court concluded that despite the defendant's expressed confusion and limited English skills, law enforcement failed to provide an interpreter, rendering the waiver invalid. Consequently, the judgment was reversed and remanded for further proceedings consistent with this opinion.
2026-01-15 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Smith-Schohl v. Bish's RV - Lincoln
FIRST AMENDED FINAL PROGRESSION ORDER The trial and pretrial conference will not be set at this time. A status conference to discuss case progression, the parties' interest in settlement, and the trial and pretrial conference settings originally scheduled on February 5, 2026 is continued and will now be held with the undersigned magistrate judge on May 7, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. by telephone. Counsel shall use the conferencing instructions assigned to this case to participate in the conference. (Filing No. 13). Ordered by Magistrate Judge Ryan C. Carson. (LRM)
2026-01-13 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Griffin v. Union Pacific Railroad Company
TEXT ORDER denying Plaintiff's Motion to Compel. (Filing No. 62). The status conference set for January 13, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. to discuss case progression, the parties interest in settlement and the trial and pretrial conference settings is now continued and will be held February 12, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Ordered by Magistrate Judge Ryan C. Carson. (CEW)
2026-01-12 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Yardley v. Open Range Beef, LLC
ORDER All remaining case progression deadlines are stayed, and all hearings are terminated, pending the outcome of mediation. On or before March 4, 2026, the parties shall notify the Court regarding the outcome of mediation. If mediation is unsuccessful, the parties shall provide the undersigned magistrate judge with a proposed schedule for reinstatement of case progression deadlines within 14-days after mediation takes place. Ordered by Magistrate Judge Michael D. Nelson. (LRM)
2026-01-08 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Langlais v. Lincoln Sports Foundation, Inc.
FINAL PROGRESSION ORDER (AMENDED)- The joint motion to extend the final progression order, Filing No. 30, is granted. The trial and pretrial conference will not be set at this time. Status Conference is continued to 12/1/2026 at 09:30 AM by Telephone before Magistrate Judge Jacqueline M. DeLuca. Deposition deadline is December 2, 2026. Ordered by Magistrate Judge Jacqueline M. DeLuca. (MKR)
2026-01-08 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Landers v. Custer County et al
ORDER ADOPTING FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS. IT IS ORDERED that the proposed 62 FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS are ADOPTED IN FULL. Defendant's 47 MOTION for Summary Judgment is DENIED as to Counts 1 and 2 and GRANTED as to Counts 3 and 4. Signed by Judge Susan P. Watters on 1/6/2026. (EMH)
2026-01-06 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Miklos v. L&W Supply
The Idaho Supreme Court vacated the Industrial Commission’s decision in this workers’ compensation case involving a drywall delivery employee who injured his ankle in 2019 and later received treatment for a recurring tendon tear. The Court held that the Commission applied an incorrect legal standard when determining that Miklos was not entitled to continued compensation after the insurer stopped benefits. Consequently, the case was remanded for further proceedings consistent with the Court's ruling.
2026-01-06 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Miklos v. L&W Supply
This appeal concerns a workers’ compensation claim brought by a drywall delivery employee who injured his ankle in 2019 and later contested a denial of benefits after an Independent Medical Examination concluded he had reached maximum medical improvement. The Idaho Supreme Court reversed the Idaho Industrial Commission's decision to deny continued compensation on the grounds that the Commission applied an incorrect legal standard.
2026-01-06 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Chavez T. Williams v. Cynthia H. Hall
This appeal concerns a trial court decision quieting title to a Frankford, Delaware property after finding that the plaintiffs were the granddaughters of the deceased owner and that their lawsuit was not barred by laches. The Supreme Court introduction to its opinion states that it will review factual determinations regarding delay and prejudice with "clear error" deference based on witness credibility. However, the text provided cuts off before the Court concludes whether the doctrine of laches was actually established as a defense.
2026-01-06 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Smith v. Christiana Care Health Services, Inc.
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION re 8. The Court recommends that Defendant's motion to dismiss be GRANTED. See R&R for further and complete details. Objections to R&R limited to ten (10) pages and due by January 20, 2026. Any objections must comply with Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 72(b)(2) and this Court's Standing Order of March 7, 2022. Signed by Judge Eleanor G. Tennyson on 1/5/2026. (mpb)
2026-01-05 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
In re Crane IV
Respondent Clyde C. Crane IV admitted to violating professional conduct rules by failing to comply with a divorce decree and disciplinary investigations, leading the appellate panel to agree that negotiated discipline was appropriate. The court ordered a thirty-day suspension stayed in favor of one year of unsupervised probation, subject to specific conditions including updating contact information and complying with spousal support obligations. If Crane fails to maintain his probation, the Office of Disciplinary Counsel may seek to revoke it, potentially resulting in the consecutive service of the suspension with any future discipline.
2025-12-31 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)