State Courts

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.

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.

Dylan Rose v. Berkeley Compute, Inc. - Advancement of Legal Fees

The Delaware Court of Chancery issued a Magistrate's Report and Recommendation regarding cross-motions for summary judgment in an advancement action. The court granted both motions in part and denied them in part concerning the plaintiff's entitlement to advancement of legal fees for defending a California lawsuit.

State v. Hiapo - Supreme Court Rejects Certiorari Application

The Supreme Court of the State of Hawaiʻi has rejected the application for a writ of certiorari filed by Kaiimi Skip Hiapo in the case of State of Hawaiʻi v. Kaiimi Skip Hiapo. This decision means the Intermediate Court of Appeals' ruling will stand, and the case will not be heard by the Supreme Court.

M. Kakanilua v. Director - Supreme Court Accepts Certiorari

The Supreme Court of the State of Hawai'i has accepted a writ of certiorari for the case M. Kakanilua v. Director of the Department of Public Works, County of Maui. The court has limited the question on review to question 3 of the petitioners' application and will not hear oral arguments.

Sierra Club v. Board of Land and Natural Resources - Certiorari Accepted

The Supreme Court of the State of Hawaiʻi has accepted a writ of certiorari for the case Sierra Club v. Board of Land and Natural Resources. The court will schedule oral arguments for the appeal, which concerns a land and natural resources matter.

Michael Nwozuzu v. Safety Insurance Company - Insurance Dispute

The Massachusetts Appeals Court affirmed a judgment in favor of Safety Insurance Company in a dispute over an automobile insurance claim. The court found that the plaintiff's failure to cooperate with the insurer's investigation voided recovery under the policy.

Steven Waylein v. Commonwealth - Sexually Dangerous Person Appeal

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued a non-precedential memorandum and order affirming a jury verdict that Steven Waylein remains a sexually dangerous person. The court addressed evidentiary rulings concerning a social worker's report and release plan.

Kenvue Brands LLC v. Ann Z. Bauer - Discovery Dispute

The Massachusetts Appeals Court affirmed a lower court's decision to quash a discovery subpoena issued to Dr. Ann Z. Bauer in a case involving Kenvue Brands LLC. The court found the discovery request, related to a California-based lawsuit concerning prenatal acetaminophen use, was not warranted.

Commonwealth v. David Antonetty-Almestica - Massachusetts Appeals Court Opinion

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued a non-precedential opinion in Commonwealth v. David Antonetty-Almestica, affirming the defendant's convictions for second-degree murder, witness intimidation, and assault and battery by means of a dangerous weapon. The court denied the defendant's motion for a new trial, finding no ineffective assistance of counsel or substantial risk of a miscarriage of justice.