State Courts

State of Maine v. Kenneth Rhoades - OUI Conviction Appeal

The Maine Supreme Judicial Court affirmed a conviction for operating under the influence (OUI) with prior offenses. The appeal challenged the denial of motions to suppress evidence and for discovery sanctions. The court found no error in the trial court's rulings.

Shark Tank Strategies v. Town of Scarborough - Zoning Ordinance Pending Status

The Maine Supreme Judicial Court affirmed a lower court's decision, ruling that cannabis cultivation facility applications were not 'pending' when a zoning ordinance amendment was enacted. This decision impacts the interpretation of application status in relation to zoning changes for cannabis businesses in Scarborough.

Father Appeals Termination of Parental Rights - Case 24-697

The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals is reviewing a father's appeal of the termination of his parental rights. The court has issued a memorandum decision vacating the lower court's order and remanding the case for further proceedings, citing potential issues with the dispositional hearing process.

A.T. v. Arthur Montgomery - Lead Poisoning Case

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a lower court's decision granting summary judgment to a landlord in a lead poisoning case. The court found that the plaintiff's claims were dismissed due to insufficient evidence and procedural issues.

New Jersey v. Christian R. Deloach - Non-Precedential Opinion

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division issued a non-precedential opinion affirming the denial of a motion for a new trial for Christian R. Deloach. The decision relates to a motion based on newly discovered evidence following previous convictions.

Mar Acquisition Group LLC v Maurice Oparaji - Legal Opinion

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a lower court's decision denying a motion to vacate prior orders related to the specific performance of two real estate contracts. The case involves the sale of two properties in Newark.

In the Matter of the Civil Commitment of E.K. - Civil Commitment Case Opinion

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division dismissed an appeal concerning the civil commitment of E.K. as moot because the individual had been discharged. The court noted that while E.K. was initially committed due to psychiatric issues, his condition had improved, leading to discharge plans.

Toorak Capital Partners LLC v. Hanoch Dov Feldman - Court Opinion

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division reversed a lower court's decision to enter default judgment against defendants in a case involving alleged violations of the Uniform Voidable Transactions Act. The court found that the trial court improperly entered default judgment and remanded the case for further proceedings.

Edariel Melendez v. New Jersey Dept. of Corrections - Legal Opinion

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a final administrative decision upholding a disciplinary finding against inmate Edariel Melendez for possession of a SIM card and a cell phone. The court found no basis to overturn the Department of Corrections' decision.

State of New Jersey v. Joshua Simmons - Appellate Division Opinion

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division vacated orders compelling the production of a crime victim's mental health records. The court found the lower court abused its discretion by not notifying the victim and by making findings without reviewing the records. The case involves multiple indictments against Joshua Simmons.