KS-COURTS

Centofante et al. v. Ferguson - Property Dispute Court Opinion

The Arkansas Court of Appeals reversed and remanded a lower court's dismissal of a property dispute case. The appellants, referred to as the 'Coalition,' argued the Pulaski County Circuit Court erred in finding it lacked subject-matter jurisdiction and in transferring the case. This is the second appeal in this ongoing litigation.

Arkadelphia City Manager v. Beene - Court Opinion

The Arkansas Court of Appeals reviewed a lower court's denial of summary judgment for the City of Arkadelphia regarding governmental immunity. The court affirmed in part and reversed and remanded in part the decision concerning the City's claimed easement and trespass claims against the Beene family.

Jasmine Henson v. Arkansas Department of Human Services - Parental Rights Termination

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed an order terminating Jasmine Henson's parental rights to her three children. The court granted the counsel's motion to withdraw, finding no arguable merit in an appeal. The termination followed an emergency hold initiated due to allegations of child sexual abuse by the children's father and the mother's permitting of child abuse.

Union Insurance Company v. Auto-Owners Insurance Company - Insurance Coverage Dispute

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's summary judgment in favor of Auto-Owners Insurance Company in a dispute between Union Insurance Company, Chuck Hamilton Construction, Inc., and Auto-Owners. The case involved an insurance coverage dispute stemming from construction defects alleged by homeowners.

Karlowski v. Karlowski - Covenant Marriage Judicial Separation

The Arkansas Court of Appeals reviewed a covenant marriage judicial separation case, Patrick Karlowski v. Elizabeth Karlowski. The court affirmed in part and reversed and remanded in part the lower court's order concerning child custody, visitation, and a no-contact order.

Talley v. Johnson - Tort Immunity Appeal

The Arkansas Court of Appeals reversed a lower court's denial of a motion to dismiss filed by a police officer and the City of Jonesboro. The appeal concerned the officer's claim of tort immunity following a traffic accident. The court's decision impacts the scope of immunity for law enforcement actions.

Golden Kinsey v. Anitra Ford - Order of Protection Appeal

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed an order of protection against Golden Kinsey, prohibiting contact with Anitra Ford for ten years and their minor daughter for six months. Kinsey appealed the order, arguing it was based on conduct outside Arkansas and that the findings of domestic abuse were erroneous.

Billy Bagwell v. State of Arkansas - Rape Conviction Appeal

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed the rape conviction of Billy Bagwell. Bagwell appealed his conviction, arguing insufficient evidence, but the court found the evidence sufficient to support the jury's verdict. The opinion was delivered on March 11, 2026.

Robert Hoffman, Jr. v. State of Arkansas - Criminal Appeal

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed a conviction for fleeing, reckless driving, and speeding. The appellant challenged the fleeing conviction, arguing insufficient evidence of intent. The court found sufficient evidence based on the totality of the circumstances presented.

Scott v. Arkansas Dept. Human Services - Parental Rights Termination

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed the termination of parental rights for Katlyn and Steven Scott concerning their minor child. The court found clear and convincing evidence supported the termination grounds and that it was in the child's best interest, despite the parents' arguments regarding support for the findings and potential relative placement.