State Courts

G.K. v. S.T. - Family Law Appeal

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York affirmed a lower court's decision regarding child custody, imputed income, and maintenance in the case of G.K. v. S.T. The court modified the counsel fee award, reducing it by over $267,000.

Cooke v. Jean-Baptiste - Appellate Division Opinion

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York reversed a lower court's decision, granting defendants' motion for summary judgment. The court found that the plaintiff did not demonstrate a serious injury as required by Insurance Law § 5102(d) following a 2018 motor vehicle accident.

Figueroa v. Empire Sewer & Water Inc. - Court Opinion

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York issued an opinion in Figueroa v. Empire Sewer & Water Inc. The court modified a lower court's order regarding Labor Law claims and indemnification. The decision clarifies protections for workers injured at construction sites.

Davidoff Hutcher & Citron LLP v. McLendon - Court Opinion

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York affirmed a judgment against Eric C. McLendon in favor of Davidoff Hutcher & Citron LLP for $178,200.10. The court found that the defendant failed to establish a meritorious defense to the summary judgment motion.

Lowman v. Consolidated Edison Co. of N.Y., Inc. - Appellate Court Decision

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a lower court's decision denying a motion to strike or dismiss a third-party complaint and related requests for sanctions. The case involves a dispute between Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. and Nelson Services Systems, Inc., concerning a confidential letter agreement.

SKYX Group Inc. v. Foundation for Smoke-Free World - Opinion

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a lower court's decision to dismiss SKYX Group Inc.'s complaint against the Foundation for a Smoke-Free World. The court found that the plaintiffs failed to state a claim regarding the alleged misuse of their research proposal.

Sachs v. Dominguez - Guardianship Dispute

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York granted a petition to vacate a prior order, reinstating Laura Ann Sachs and Allan Preston Sachs-Ambia as co-Guardians for an incapacitated person. The court also removed the current guardian and ordered the turnover of all records and funds.

People v. Lezama - Sex Offender Classification Appeal

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York reversed an order adjudicating a defendant a level three sexually violent predicate sex offender. The court found that the lower court improperly assessed points for prior convictions, potentially reclassifying the defendant to a presumptive level two offender.

Arnold v. State of Tennessee - Post-Conviction Relief Denial

The Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals affirmed the denial of post-conviction relief for Kenneth George Arnold, who appealed his rape convictions. The court found no error in the lower court's decision regarding claims of ineffective assistance of counsel.

State v. Robles - Criminal Appeal

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals filed an opinion in State v. Robles on March 10, 2026. The case involves an appeal from a district court conviction for Assault in the Third Degree and Mutual Affray. The appellate court reviewed the defendant's contention regarding witness credibility.