State Courts

Great-Grandmother's Parental Rights Termination Appeal Affirmed

The Tennessee Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's decision denying a great-grandmother's petition to terminate a mother's parental rights. The appellate court found that while grounds for termination existed, it was not in the child's best interest.

Capps v. OneCare Dental Solutions LLC - Fiduciary Duty Breach

The Tennessee Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's judgment against Deborah McGilton for breaching her fiduciary duty as a member of OneCare Dental Solutions LLC. McGilton unilaterally sold company assets for $70,000 while securing personal employment, despite previous valuations suggesting a much higher worth. The court found the trial court properly adopted the Special Master's findings.

Urquia v. Neal - Dissenting Opinion on UM Statute Application

A dissenting opinion in the Urquia v. Neal case argues against the trial court's interpretation of Tennessee's uninsured motorist (UM) statute. The dissent contends that the statute's plain language, specifically section (d), should have been applied based on the process server's notation of 'NOT TO BE FOUND AFTER DILIGENT SEARCH AND INQUIRY,' rather than requiring further action or reissuance of summons.

Court of Appeals Dismisses Recusal Motion Appeal

The Tennessee Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal concerning a motion to recuse a trial judge in the case of Isaiah M. The court found that issues related to the recusal denial could be raised in the appeal of the final judgment, rendering the immediate appeal unnecessary.

State v. Mario Reed - Evading Arrest and Tampering Convictions Appeal

The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals reviewed the convictions of Mario Reed for evading arrest, attempted tampering with evidence, and reckless endangerment. The court affirmed the trial court's judgments on most counts but remanded for sentencing on the reckless endangerment conviction.

Sean William Lee v. State of Tennessee - Post-Conviction Relief Appeal

The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals affirmed the dismissal of Sean William Lee's petition for post-conviction relief. Lee argued his guilty plea was involuntary due to misinformation about supervision, but the court found the issue was not properly raised in the lower court.

Albert Dejuan White appeal drug and firearm convictions

The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals affirmed the drug and firearm convictions of Albert Dejuan White. White appealed, arguing the trial court erred in denying his motion to suppress evidence and statements obtained during a search of his residence, and that the evidence was insufficient to support his convictions. The appellate court found no reversible error.

State v. Albert Dejuan White - Concurring Opinion on Miranda Rights

A concurring opinion in State v. Albert Dejuan White argues that law enforcement violated the defendant's Miranda rights during questioning. The opinion contends that specific actions by officers constituted interrogation without proper warnings, potentially impacting the admissibility of statements.

Jerome Barrett appeal denied, post-conviction petition reopened

The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals denied Jerome Barrett's application for permission to appeal the denial of his post-conviction petition. The court found that while Barrett cited a new Supreme Court ruling on the Confrontation Clause, his claims were previously determined or not factually supported.

Skyline Ranches v. Omaha - Court Opinion

The Nebraska Supreme Court has issued an opinion in the case of Skyline Ranches v. Omaha. This document represents the court's final decision on the matter, providing a ruling on the legal issues presented.