United States

State of New Jersey v. A.N.A. - Criminal Appeal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a defendant's convictions for sexual assault and endangering the welfare of a child. The court addressed challenges related to the admission of testimonial evidence and the sentence imposed.

State of New Jersey v. Byad Lockett - Criminal Appeal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division has issued a non-precedential opinion in the case of State of New Jersey v. Byad Lockett. The court affirmed the defendant's convictions and sentence for attempted murder, aggravated assault, and weapons possession.

U.S. Bank Trust v. Harinder Singh - Foreclosure Appeal Dismissal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division has dismissed an appeal in U.S. Bank Trust National Association v. Harinder Singh. The appeal concerned a foreclosure judgment that was subsequently vacated and the underlying action dismissed, rendering the appeal moot.

Krg Bayonne Urban Renewal LLC v. Wal-Mart Stores East Lp - Lease Dispute

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division reversed a lower court's decision regarding an exclusivity provision in a commercial lease between KRG Bayonne Urban Renewal, LLC and Wal-Mart Stores East, LP. The court found that KRG's lease with Aldi for a supermarket violated the exclusivity clause.

Paradigm Hedge, LLC v. Mary Ann Folchetti - Legal Opinion

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division reviewed an order awarding attorney's fees. While affirming the principle of awarding fees due to a contractual default, the court remanded the case to modify the fee amount, limiting it to work directly related to obtaining the judgment.

Goni v. Tchistiakova - Child Support Modification Appeal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division reversed a Family Part order modifying child support. The court found insufficient findings on changed circumstances, remanding the case for further proceedings. The appeal concerned a downward modification of plaintiff's child support obligation.

Dcpp v. B.C. - Child Protection and Permanency Case

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division issued a non-precedential opinion in the case of DCPP v. B.C., concerning the matter of A.S.C. The appeal addresses orders related to legal and psychological parent status and the naming of parties in family guardianship litigation.

Broadcast Music, Inc. v. North American Concert Promoters Association - Antitrust

The 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a district court's decision regarding music licensing fees set by Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) for the North American Concert Promoters Association (NACPA). The court found the imposed rates and expanded definition of gross revenues to be unreasonable and remanded the case for further proceedings.

Safdieh v. Commissioner - Tax Penalties Assessment Authority

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a Tax Court decision, holding that the Commissioner of Internal Revenue can assess penalties for failure to report foreign business control. This decision clarifies the IRS's authority to collect penalties under I.R.C. § 6038(b) through administrative assessment rather than requiring a federal district court judgment.

Peña Garcia v. Department of Labor - Workers' Compensation

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals denied a petition for review in Peña Garcia v. Department of Labor. The court affirmed the denial of reimbursement for medical cannabis-infused edibles, citing the Controlled Substances Act's classification of marijuana as a Schedule I substance.