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In re Guardianship of K.S.
The Supreme Court of New Hampshire determined that the Uniform Adult Guardianship and Protective Proceedings Jurisdiction Act, rather than the state's traditional residency statutes, governs whether a New Hampshire court can exercise jurisdiction over an adult guardianship proceeding. The court found that K.S. lacked a "home state" in New Hampshire because she had been physically present in Maine continuously since 2019, a duration that satisfied the statutory six-month physical presence requirement. Consequently, the trial court lacked jurisdiction over the case, and the appointment of the guardian was vacated with instructions for dismissal.
2025-11-07 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Scott Drewry v. William Brenner, Individually, and In His Official Capacity as Chief of Police; and the Town of Greybull
Scott Drewry sued the Town of Greybull and Chief William Brenner after a memorandum criticizing him allegedly violated a settlement agreement prohibiting disparagement. The district court had granted summary judgment to the defendants, but the Supreme Court of Wyoming reversed that decision in part and remanded the case for further proceedings. The court ruled that issues regarding qualified immunity and genuine disputes of material fact on the breach of contract claim required further review.
2025-11-06 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
MICHAEL MARKS v. ROSS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF VETERINARY MEDICINE, INC., & Others.
Michael Marks sued Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine for unfair business practices and breach of contract after being dismissed from their veterinary program, alleging that the school had failed to provide the accommodations for his learning disabilities he relied upon to enroll. A Superior Court judge granted summary judgment on all claims, ruling that the unfair business practices claim was barred by the statute of limitations and that the breach of contract claim lacked sufficient evidence of a contract, but the Appeals Court reversed the summary judgment on the breach of contract claim.
2025-11-05 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
USA v. Calhoun
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION, RECOMMENDING THAT DEFENDANT'S 28 MOTION TO SUPPRESS EVIDENCE BE DENIED as to Charles Robert Calhoun. Any party shall have 14 days from the date of service of this Report and Recommendation to file specific written objections. Signed by Magistrate Judge Michael John Aloi on 11/4/2025. (cnd)
2025-11-04 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Gardner v. Norman
In this case, the Utah Supreme Court considered whether evidence of the negotiated charges paid by a plaintiff’s health insurance must be excluded from a negligence claim under the collateral source rule. The Court held that the rule does not apply because neither the plaintiff nor the insurer was obligated to pay the hospital’s gross charges, leading it to vacate the previously awarded special damages and remand for a new trial.
2025-10-30 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
University of Louisville v. Krzysztof Wolek
The University of Louisville appealed a Jefferson Circuit Court decision denying its motion for judgment on the pleadings in a lawsuit filed by Professor Krzysztof Wolek. Wolek sued in May 2024 alleging the University violated the Kentucky Campus Free Speech Protection Act based on his speech concerning the Grawemeyer Award and subsequent investigations. Affirming the lower court, the Court of Appeals concluded that Wolek timely filed the claim within the statutory one-year waiver of governmental immunity.
2025-10-24 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Carr v. Arizona Department of Child Safety et al
ORDER granting 2 Plaintiff's Application to Proceed In Forma Pauperis; denying as moot 3 Motion for TRO; and dismissing 1 Complaint. The Clerk is kindly directed to enter judgment and terminate this matter. Signed by Judge Diane J Humetewa on 10/21/25. (DXD)
2025-10-22 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Club Newtone, Inc. v. Jarissa Gillaspy
Jarissa Gillaspy sued her former employer, Club Newtone, Inc., and its owner Marc A. Vaughn for sexual harassment and later for malicious prosecution and abuse of process after the dismissal of Vaughn’s counterclaims. The Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court decision that found in Gillaspy’s favor and awarded her $2.5 million in damages.
2025-10-20 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Brennan Grubb v. State of Alaska
The Court of Appeals of Alaska upheld a restitution award requiring appellant Brennan Grubb to pay damages—including future lost wages and benefits to the victim's mother—to the State. While rejecting most of Grubb's remaining arguments, the court remanded the case to the superior court to adjust portions of the judgment to present value.
2025-10-10 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Gilbert v. Johnson et al
MEMORANDUM AND ORDER Plaintiff is ordered to respond to Requests for Admission Nos. 10, 11, 12, 73, 74, and 146, as previously ordered during the discovery dispute conference, by October 23, 2025. Failure to do so may result in sanctions, up to and including dismissal of this case. Defendants' motion to compel Plaintiff to respond to Request for Production No. 5 is denied as moot. Defendants' motion to compel Plaintiff to respond to Requests for Admission Nos. 83, 84, 87, and 88 is denied. Interrogatory No. 12 is withdrawn. Plaintiff is ordered to respond to Interrogatory Nos. 13 through 17 by November 10, 2025. Plaintiff is ordered to respond to Request for Production No. 4 by November 10, 2025. Plaintiff is ordered to answer Requests for Admission Nos. 16, 19, 116, and 127 by November 10, 2025. Plaintiff's legal conclusion objections to Request for Admission Nos. 95, 98, 99, 103, 106, 108, 111, and 151 are sustained. Defendants' Motion to Compel is denied as it pertains to these requests. Ordered by Magistrate Judge Jacqueline M. DeLuca. (LRM)
2025-10-09 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
People in Interest of Ferguson
The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed a probate court’s order authorizing the involuntary administration of multiple medications to Theodore Ferguson, a detainee diagnosed with schizophrenia. The court held that a judge may authorize a "reasonable set of options" when a treating physician lacks sufficient knowledge of the patient’s history, has a plan for the sequence of administration, and demonstrates a need for treatment flexibility.
2025-10-09 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
USA v. Scott
MEMORANDUM ORDER as to Kyle Scott: IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that Defendant's motion to suppress evidence (D.I. 37) is DENIED. (*See Order for details). Signed by Judge Jennifer L. Hall on 10/7/2025. (twk)
2025-10-07 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
State v. Buck
Emerson Buck appeals his conviction for first-degree murder, contesting the trial court’s denial of a Batson challenge to strike the only Black juror and rulings that limited evidence and closing arguments. While the Supreme Court of Idaho disagrees with the Court of Appeals' interpretation of Batson jurisprudence, it affirms the district court’s judgment of conviction.
2025-10-01 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
In the Matter of Edward Joseph Schafer
In this attorney discipline case, Edward Joseph Schafer admitted to criminal arrests for DUI and a designated felony charge, as well as failing to self-report a prior felony as required by the Rules of Professional Conduct. The South Carolina Supreme Court accepted the plea agreement and ordered a definite suspension from the practice of law for three years, retroactive to the date of his interim suspension. Additionally, the court mandated that Schafer pay costs, complete a substance abuse assessment with a monitoring contract, and submit to reporting requirements upon future reinstatement.
2025-10-01 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
American Association of University Professors et al v. Rubio et al
Judge William G. Young: ORDER entered. FINDINGS OF FACT AND RULINGS OF LAW, PURSUANT TO FED. R. CIV. P. 52(A)(Sonnenberg, Elizabeth)
2025-09-30 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Top Metal Buyers Inc. et al v. Lopinot et al
ORDER: The 53 Motion to Dismiss filed by Defendant David Harris is GRANTED. Defendant Harris is DISMISSED without prejudice. The Motions to Dismiss filed by Defendants Madison County (Doc. 65), Chris Slusser (Doc. 66), St. Clair County and Andrew Lopinot (Doc. 67), Henry County and Kelly Vincent (Doc. 68), Sangamon County and McDonough County (Doc. 72), and Joe Aiello and Angela G. Graves (Doc. 73) are GRANTED in part and DENIED in part. Plaintiffs' claim for conversion under Illinois state law is DISMISSED without prejudice. This case will be set for a scheduling conference by separate Order. Signed by Chief Judge Nancy J. Rosenstengel on 9/30/2025. (mlp)
2025-09-30 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Pierce v. Cockrell et al
ORDER denying 29 Motion for Leave to File Corrective Amended Complaint and Protective Objection to Entry of Judgment Dismissing Plaintiff's Case; denying 32 Motion for Leave to Appeal in forma pauperis. Plaintiff shall either pay the appellate court filing fee or file a motion to proceed in forma pauperis on appeal with the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals within 30 days. Signed by Judge Ralph R. Beistline on 9/30/2025. (ANM, COURT STAFF)
2025-09-30 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Lampman v. Deml et al
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION: recommending Plaintiff's 21 MOTION to Amend be granted, and Defendants' 22 MOTION to Strike Amended Complaint or, in the alternative, Motion to Dismiss Amended Complaint be granted in part and denied in part. Objections due within 14 days of service. Signed by Judge Kevin J. Doyle on 9/30/2025. (cdc)
2025-09-30 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
STATE OF MISSOURI, Respondent v. ALONZO T. MACK, Appellant
Alonzo Mack appealed a drug trafficking conviction, arguing the trial court erred by denying his motion to suppress evidence from a traffic stop and his motion to dismiss based on speedy trial grounds. The Missouri Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction, concluding that the trial court’s findings supported a reasonable continuation of the traffic stop and that Mack’s claims lacked merit.
2025-09-29 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Tejeda v. Ripp et al
MEMORANDUM AND ORDER - IT IS ORDERED: Plaintiff's motion to file an amended complaint, Filing No. 11, is granted, and the Court has considered the amended complaint, Filing No. 11-1, when performing this initial review. This matter is dismissed without prejudice. A separate judgment will be entered.Ordered by Senior Judge John M. Gerrard. (Copy mailed to pro se party)(TCL)
2025-09-26 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Powerback Rehabilitation v. Kansas Dept. of Labor
Powerback Rehabilitation challenged the Kansas Department of Labor's finding that it violated state law by questioning the religious sincerity of a job applicant, asserting that the state statute was preempted by a federal vaccination mandate. The Kansas Supreme Court held that the state regulation prohibiting employers from inquiring into religious belief does not conflict with the federal mandate, allowing both to be followed simultaneously.
2025-09-26 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
SPROLES v. BRIDGE et al
ORDER ON DEFENDANTS' MOTION FOR SUMMARY JUDGMENT - For the reasons explained above, Defendants' Motion for Summary Judgment on Count II of the Amended Complaint (Filing No. 86) is GRANTED and Sproles's claim is DISMISSED with prejudice. With both claims being resolved, final judgment will issue in a separate order. (See Order.) Signed by District Judge Tanya Walton Pratt on 09/24/2025. (AJG)
2025-09-24 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Nicole E. Bazuaye vs. Lawrence Bazuaye
Lawrence Bazuaye, appealing pro se, challenged a judgment dissolving his marriage and awarding his wife sole legal and physical custody of their children, as well as an order for him to pay child support. The Missouri Court of Appeals dismissed his appeal because his amended brief still failed to comply with mandatory appellate briefing requirements, preventing meaningful judicial review.
2025-09-23 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Khaitov v. Greater Omaha Packing Co.
The Nebraska Supreme Court addressed the interpretation of Nebraska statutes regarding appellate jurisdiction, Fair Employment Practices, and the procedures required to raise and prove affirmative defenses. The court reversed and remanded the district court’s decision with directions, clarifying that reservation of a ruling on a motion for directed verdict does not remove the requirement for a party to file a timely motion for judgment notwithstanding the verdict.
2025-09-19 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Arabpour v. The Plan Administrator et al
OPINION. Signed by Judge Jennifer L. Hall on 9/19/2025. ***Copy emailed to Pro Se Appellants 9/19/2025*** (ceg)
2025-09-19 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
State v. Rodriguez
Christopher Rodriguez was convicted on twenty-seven charges, including sexual assault and the manufacture of child abuse images, and appealed the denial of a motion to suppress evidence from his cell phone. The Supreme Court of New Hampshire affirmed the lower court's ruling, finding that the evidence was properly obtained pursuant to a search warrant based on an "independent source" even though the initial arrest was unlawful.
2025-09-19 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Sophia Chu, Respondent, v. William L. Nanna, Appellant.
The Missouri Court of Appeals reversed the circuit court’s judgment allowing Sophia Chu to register a Japanese divorce decree, dismissing her motion without prejudice. The court held that the lower court committed legal error because Chu failed to file a verified petition as required by the Uniform Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Law, instead submitting an unverified motion to register.
2025-09-16 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
BAUGHMAN v. WORLD ACCEPTANCE CORPORATION
Dionne Baughman sued her former employer for intentional infliction of emotional distress after being terminated while on short-term disability leave. The trial court initially granted summary judgment to the employer, but a newly assigned judge later vacated that order, prompting an immediate appeal. The Oklahoma Supreme Court reversed the lower court’s decision, remanding the case with instructions to reinstate the summary judgment in favor of the employer.
2025-09-16 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
USA v. Walker
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION as to Chase Smith Walker recommending that the district court deny Defendant's 31 Motion to Suppress. Objections to R&R due by 9/25/2025. Signed by Magistrate Judge Mark A Roberts on 9/11/2025. (jag)
2025-09-11 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Cooper v. Robert G. Rust, Jr., D.M.D., PC
Holly Cooper appealed the dismissal of her wrongful termination claims alleging disability discrimination and retaliation after she was fired while undergoing cancer treatment. The Oregon Court of Appeals reversed and remanded the case, finding that the trial court erred in granting summary judgment by applying the wrong legal standard to her sick time retaliation claim and by excluding facts regarding her accommodation requests and disability eligibility. The court also accepted the defendants’ concession that the practice owners may be held liable if the practice is found liable.
2025-09-10 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
STATE OF MISSOURI, Plaintiff-Respondent v. MICHAEL SCOTT MOUNT, Defendant-Appellant
Michael Scott Mount was convicted of crimes including identity theft and forgery and appealed the judgment arguing that evidence was the fruit of an unlawful search and insufficient to support his convictions. The appellate court affirmed the circuit court’s judgment, denying the claims because Defendant had no standing to contest the search and finding no merit in his remaining points.
2025-09-09 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Barrette v. Swanton Village Trustees et al
t Recore. Signed by Chief District Judge Christina Reiss on 8/29/2025. (law)OPINION AND ORDER granting 207 Motion for Summary Judgment filed by Kyle Gagne; granting 208 Motion for Summary Judgment filed by Leonard Stell, Village of Swanton; granting 210 Motion for Summary Judgment filed by Rober
2025-08-29 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Rayne Littlefield, Appellant, vs. Norman Rigdon Post 5896, Veterans of Foreign Wars of The United States, Inc., Respondent.
Rayne Littlefield appealed from the circuit court’s grant of summary judgment to the VFW Post 5896, arguing that the organization was exempt from the Missouri Human Rights Act because it constitutes a bona fide private membership club. The Missouri Court of Appeals upheld the lower court's decision, holding that the VFW is a bona fide private membership club and hence is not an employer under the MHRA.
2025-08-26 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
John Paul Mac Isaac v. Politico LLC
The owner of a computer repair shop appealed the dismissal of his defamation claims against Robert Hunter Biden and various media outlets based on the content recovered from a laptop. The Delaware Supreme Court affirmed the dismissal of these claims, ruling that the allegedly defamatory statements did not concern the shop owner and were therefore not actionable. Additionally, the court affirmed the dismissal of Biden’s counterclaim against the owner on the grounds that the claims were time-barred by the statute of limitations.
2025-08-25 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Mahmoudi v. City of Spearfish
Hamideh Mahmoudi sued the City of Spearfish alleging nuisance, negligence, and recklessness after she sustained injuries when her foot became lodged in a metal culvert partially exposed in a roadside ditch. After the circuit court granted the City’s motion for summary judgment, the Supreme Court affirmed the judgment in part and reversed it in part.
2025-08-20 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Jennifer Kubinak, Appellant, v. Board of Regents, Southeast Missouri State University, Respondent.
Jennifer Kubinak appeals the circuit court’s summary judgment in favor of the Board of Regents, Southeast Missouri State University, on her claims of age, sex, and retaliation discrimination under the Missouri Human Rights Act. The appellate court affirms the trial court’s decision, ruling that Kubinak failed to establish a genuine issue of material fact regarding her sex discrimination claim because her self-serving affidavit was insufficient to demonstrate that she was treated differently from male employees.
2025-08-19 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
USA v. Iraheta-Mercado
ORDER FOLLOWING DETENTION REVIEW HEARING as to Hector Saul Iraheta-Mercado (1); denying 21 Motion for Reconsideration. Signed by Magistrate Judge James A. Goeke. (WMK, Case Administrator)
2025-08-18 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
In Re: CVS Opioid Insurance Litigation
CVS Health Corporation and CVS Pharmacy appealed two Superior Court decisions denying coverage for lawsuits related to opioid dispensing practices. The Delaware Supreme Court affirmed the lower courts' rulings, holding that the lawsuits do not seek damages because of a specific person's bodily injury or damage to property and thus fall outside the coverage of the policies.
2025-08-18 · via CourtListener (Free Law Project)
Lighthiser et al v. Trump et al
ORDER granting 32 Motion to Intervene. SEE ORDER FOR DETAILS/DEADLINES. Signed by Judge Dana L. Christensen on 8/13/2025. (ASG)
2025-08-13 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)
Kelly v. Grace Family Partnership, et al
RULING AND ORDER: Plaintiff's request for a TRO and/or preliminary injunction be and is hereby DENIED. Plaintiff's Complaint be and is hereby REFERRED to the Magistrate Judge for screening pursuant to 28 U.S.C. §§ 1915(e) and 1915A. Signed by Judge Brian A. Jackson on 8/13/2025. (EDC)
2025-08-13 · via GovInfo (US GPO / USCOURTS)