OH-COURTS

Ohnstad v. Bruce & Mary Ann Erickson Found. - Summary Judgment, Service of Process

The Ohio Court of Appeals reversed a trial court's summary judgment, finding that the defendant trust waived its defense of lack of capacity by not asserting it in its answer. The court held that service on the trustee was sufficient within the statute of limitations period.

In re S.P. - Parental Termination and Permanent Custody

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a juvenile court's decision to commit children to permanent custody of the Hamilton County Department of Job and Family Services. The mother failed to remedy issues that led to the children's removal and did not visit them for nearly three years.

State v. Thompkins - Restitution Order Affirmed

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's order requiring Carlos Thompkins to pay $6,341.43 in restitution. The court found no abuse of discretion in the restitution amount after a two-day hearing.

State v. Padgelek - Criminal Case Opinion on Misdemeanors

The Ohio Court of Appeals issued an opinion in the criminal case State v. Padgelek, addressing misdemeanor sentences, guilty pleas, and statutory violations. The opinion, identified by citation 2026 Ohio 817 and docket number 25 BE 0046, provides guidance on sentencing procedures.

State v. Gray - Criminal Damaging Conviction Affirmed

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a defendant's conviction for criminal damaging, finding sufficient evidence supported the verdict. The court also upheld the trial court's restitution determination, stating evidentiary rules do not apply at sentencing.

State v. Barrow - Child Endangerment Charges Dismissed

The Ohio Court of Appeals reversed a trial court's dismissal of child endangerment charges against Anthony Barrow. The appellate court ruled that a local ordinance was not preempted by state law, allowing charges related to firearm storage to proceed.

Adams v. Kline & Kavali Mechanical Contrs., L.L.C. - Employer Intentional Tort

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision granting summary judgment in a case involving an employer intentional tort claim. The court found no evidence to support the appellant's claim that the employer intended to injure the deceased employee.

State v. Semenchuk - Ohio Court of Appeals Opinion

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed the convictions and sentences of Orest Semenchuk. The court addressed Semenchuk's challenge to the imposition of consecutive sentences for multiple counts of pandering sexually oriented matter involving a minor or impaired person.

State v. Rayner - Ohio Court of Appeals Opinion

The Ohio Court of Appeals is reviewing a trial court's decision to suppress evidence against Melissa Rayner, arrested for OVI. The State argues the trial court erred in granting the motion to suppress, contending the officer had reasonable suspicion for field sobriety tests.

State v. Smith - Texting While Driving Conviction

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Justin Smith for prohibited use of an electronic device while driving. The court found sufficient evidence that Smith was manipulating his cell phone while operating his vehicle, upholding the lower court's decision.