United States

People v. Ioannidis - Court Opinion

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a conviction for manslaughter and assault against Athanasios Ioannidis. The case involved an explosion caused by an unauthorized gas delivery system that resulted in fatalities and injuries.

People v. A.Y. - Criminal Possession and Robbery Convictions

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York modified a judgment concerning A.Y.'s convictions for criminal possession of a weapon and robbery. The court vacated certain surcharges and fees imposed at sentencing while otherwise affirming the convictions and sentence.

Golden Ox Realty LLC v. Board of Mgrs. Condominium Inc. - Real Estate Dispute

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York has issued an opinion in the case of Golden Ox Realty LLC v. Board of Mgrs. of Colden Gardens Condominium Inc. The opinion was published on March 17, 2026, under citation 2026 NY Slip Op 01456. The docket number is currently unknown.

People v. Caruth - Criminal Conviction Affirmation

The New York Appellate Division affirmed a conviction for manslaughter in the first degree in the case of People v. Caruth. The court found that the suppression motion was properly denied, upholding the legality of the initial search.

Cárdenas v. Walgreens - Court Opinion

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a lower court's decision denying a motion to dismiss a complaint filed by Jerel Cárdenas against Walgreens. The court found that the plaintiff's allegations stated a claim under the rescue doctrine, and the primary assumption of risk doctrine was a fact-specific inquiry better suited for summary judgment.

Tilipman v. Korban - Arbitration Award Appeal

The New York Appellate Division affirmed a lower court's decision denying a petition to vacate an arbitration award. The court deemed the appeal from an amended order as an appeal from the final judgment, addressing the merits of the case.

People v. Jones - Sexually Violent Offender Adjudication

The New York Appellate Division affirmed a lower court's decision adjudicating Jefferey Jones a level three sexually violent offender. The court found an extremely high risk of recidivism based on his criminal history and the nature of his offenses.

Galloway v. Arthur Clinton Hous. Dev. Fund Corp. - Personal Injury Appeal

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a lower court's decision denying a motion for summary judgment in a personal injury case. The case involves a trip and fall incident on a sidewalk where construction work was being performed.

Calle v. 686 Broadway Realty, LLC - Labor Law Opinion

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a lower court's order granting partial summary judgment to the plaintiff in Calle v. 686 Broadway Realty, LLC. The court found the general contractor, Schimenti Construction Company, LLC, liable under Labor Law §§ 240(1) and 241(6) for injuries sustained by an employee due to an unsecured plank.

Matter of J.S.G. - Termination of Parental Rights

The New York Appellate Division affirmed a Family Court order terminating the parental rights of respondent father based on abandonment. The court found clear and convincing evidence that the father had minimal contact and provided no financial support for the child during the relevant period.