United States

Executive Order Establishes Task Force to Eliminate Fraud

President Biden has issued an Executive Order establishing a Task Force to Eliminate Fraud in federally funded benefit programs. The order aims to address widespread fraud, waste, and abuse, particularly in programs administered by states, and highlights significant issues in states like Minnesota.

Supreme Court Denies Certiorari in King v. Florida

The U.S. Supreme Court denied the petition for a writ of certiorari in King v. Florida, effectively upholding the lower court's decision. The Court also denied an application for a stay of execution of sentence of death.

Supreme Court Grants Certiorari for DHS v. Doe and Trump v. Miot

The Supreme Court has granted certiorari in DHS v. Doe and Trump v. Miot, consolidating the cases for oral argument. The Court deferred consideration of applications for stay, treating them as petitions for writ of certiorari before judgment. Briefing schedules have been established, with oral arguments expected in April 2026.

Stacey Sheridan V. James Sheridan - Domestic Violence Protection Order Appeal

The Washington Court of Appeals reviewed a domestic violence protection order (DVPO) case, Stacey Sheridan v. James Sheridan. The court affirmed the lower court's decision to grant the DVPO, finding sufficient evidence and statutory grounds despite the appellant's claims of insufficient findings.

Vincent Smith v. Jimmy Don Decker, Jr. - Negligence Claim Appeal

The Washington Court of Appeals reversed a dismissal of a negligence claim in Vincent Smith v. Jimmy Don Decker, Jr. The court found that hypothetical facts consistent with the complaint could support Smith's claim against Jireh Asphalt and Concrete Inc. The case is remanded for further proceedings.

Nathan Rimmer v City of Edmonds - Declaratory Judgment Appeal

The Washington Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal by the City of Edmonds regarding a partial summary judgment granted to Nathan Rimmer. The court found the appeal moot due to developments after the trial court's ruling and that declaratory relief was improperly granted.

In re Guardianship/Conservatorship of Evan Christopher Stocker - Appeal Dismissal

The Washington Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal filed by Victoria Stocker regarding a guardianship complaint. The court granted Summit NPC's request for attorney fees due to Stocker's failure to comply with appellate rules. The appeal was dismissed without reaching the merits of the case.

Bartmann v. Flury - Domestic Violence Protection Order Appeal

The Washington Court of Appeals affirmed a domestic violence protection order in the case of Bartmann v. Flury. The appellate court found that the appellant failed to provide a sufficient record for review, thus upholding the trial court's decision.

Michelle Johnson v. Kelly Jackson - Antiharassment Protection Order Appeal

The Washington Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal concerning an antiharassment protection order. The court found the appeal moot as the order had expired and did not present an issue of continuing public interest. The case involved a dispute arising from alleged assault and counter-allegations of threats.

Kings-men Construction Inc. v. Maria Hunt - Easement Dispute

The Washington Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal by Lyle Schlacks concerning a dispute over an easement on property owned by Maria Hunt. The court found Schlacks lacked standing to contest the judgment, upholding the lower court's decision regarding the easement's validity.