Courts & Legal

Lexington Ins. Co. v. New York Mar. & Gen. Ins. Co. - Insurance Coverage Dispute

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York reversed a lower court's decision, finding that New York Marine and General Insurance Company owes further coverage obligations to Lexington Insurance Company. The case involves a dispute over insurance coverage following a tour bus accident and subsequent settlement.

Anonymous v. Anonymous - Family Law Appeal

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a lower court's order requiring a plaintiff to pay all of his children's educational expenses and awarding the defendant $40,000 in counsel fees. The court also affirmed a subsequent finding of contempt against the plaintiff for failing to comply with the prior order.

Gray v. Nassau Life Ins. Co. - Insurance Proceeds Dispute

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a lower court's decision to dismiss a case against Nassau Life Insurance Company. The dismissal was based on a prior action pending in federal court concerning the same insurance proceeds.

Walgreen Co. v. Walgreen Co. - Notice of Removal

Walgreen Co. filed a notice of removal on March 12, 2026, to transfer a civil case from Alameda County Superior Court to the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, originally filed in state court under case number 26CV166820, is now assigned federal case number 3:26-cv-02193.

Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals Revises Rule 1.7

The Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals has revised Rule 1.7 to update the correct and current address for the Clerk of the Court. This amendment, effective March 9, 2026, ensures communications are directed to the appropriate physical and mailing addresses.

Steel v. State - Criminal Appeals Opinion

The Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals affirmed a judgment and sentence for John Anthony Steel, who was convicted of a lewd or indecent proposal to a child under 16. The court found sufficient evidence to support the conviction, upholding the maximum sentence of ten years imprisonment.

Scot Gaither v. Tim Lane - Sixth Circuit Opinion

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's denial of Scot Gaither's federal habeas petition. The court found that Gaither waived his right to counsel on direct appeal and procedurally defaulted on his claim of ineffective trial counsel. The opinion was filed on March 12, 2026.

Shepler's Inc. v. City of Mackinac Island - Ferry Regulation Dispute

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals partially affirmed and partially vacated a district court's injunction in a dispute between ferry companies and the City of Mackinac Island. The court allowed the City to regulate ferry rates and other aspects of transportation but not parking.

United States v. Gregory Kilgore, III - Sixth Circuit Opinion

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the district court's denial of Gregory Kilgore III's motions to suppress incriminating statements and evidence. Kilgore appealed after pleading guilty to drug and gun crimes.

Michael Shaut v. CIR - Tax Court Appeal

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a Tax Court decision sustaining an income tax deficiency determination against Michael Shaut. The case involved deductions claimed for business expenses, theft loss, and net operating losses related to the fallout from the fraud prosecution of Downing Investment Partners' officers.