State Courts

A.M. v. C.C. - Appeal Dismissal

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals has dismissed the appeal in A.M. v. C.C. due to the appellant's failure to file an opening brief by the established deadline. The court issued a default notice and proceeded with dismissal after no further action was taken by the appellant.

Swoope v. Citizens Insurance Company of the Midwest - Insurance Case

The Michigan Supreme Court reversed a Court of Appeals decision regarding personal protection insurance (PIP) benefits. The Court held that the unlawful taking of a vehicle is distinct from unlawful operation when determining eligibility for PIP benefits under MCL 500.3113(a). The case is remanded for further consideration.

Delaware Court of Chancery Opinion Enters Judgment for Defendants

The Delaware Court of Chancery entered judgment for defendants in a post-trial opinion regarding claims of fraud and breach of an operating agreement. The court found that the plaintiffs failed to prove their theory that defendants intentionally misrepresented information about a company acquisition.

Akiona v. Administrative Director of the Courts - Certiorari Application Rejected

The Supreme Court of the State of Hawaiʻi has rejected Brandon M.K. Akiona's application for a writ of certiorari. The court's order, dated March 11, 2026, formally denies the petitioner's request for further review.

A.M. v. C.C. - Order Dismissing Appeal

The Intermediate Court of Appeals of the State of Hawaiʻi has issued an order dismissing the appeal in A.M. v. C.C. The dismissal is due to the appellant's failure to file an opening brief or request an extension of time by the established deadline.

Minns Jr. v. Montalbano - Order Denying Reconsideration

The Supreme Court of the State of Hawaiʻi denied a motion for reconsideration in the case of Carl Roger Piʻialii Minns, Jr. v. The Honorable John A. Montalbano. The order, filed on March 11, 2026, indicates that the court has not overlooked or misapprehended points of law or fact.

Hawaii Supreme Court Denies Petition for Writ of Prohibition

The Hawaii Supreme Court denied a petition for a writ of prohibition filed by Jasen Nielsen against Judge Stephanie Char and Jacklyn Perales. The court found that the petitioner had not demonstrated a clear and indisputable right to relief.

State v Chau - Supreme Court Accepts Writ of Certiorari

The Hawaii Supreme Court has accepted a writ of certiorari in the case of State of Hawaiʻi v. Vihn Du Chau. The court will hear arguments on whether service is an element of the Violation of an Order for Protection offense following a 1998 amendment.

Pinasco v. Ashcroft - New Mexico Court of Appeals Opinion

The New Mexico Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision granting summary judgment in favor of El Paso Natural Gas Company, LLC. The case involved a dispute over access rights to a property, with the plaintiffs claiming an easement. The court's opinion is designated as non-precedential.

Delaware Supreme Court Affirms Corporate Law Opinion

The Delaware Supreme Court affirmed a Court of Chancery opinion regarding corporate law. The decision affirms the lower court's judgment, providing finality to the dispute between the Operating Engineers Pension Fund and Pioneer Natural Resources Company.