United States

State v. Monaco - Affirmation of Court of Appeals Decision

The Oregon Supreme Court affirmed the Court of Appeals decision and the circuit court's judgment in State v. Monaco. The court addressed two issues: the admissibility of statements made by the defendant during a police interrogation and the constitutionality of Oregon's felony-murder statute as applied to the defendant.

Oregon Supreme Court Dismisses Complaint Against Isaac Ersoff

The Oregon Supreme Court has dismissed a complaint against attorney Isaac Ersoff, upholding a trial panel's decision. The complaint alleged violations of professional conduct rules related to a probate petition. The court found the Oregon State Bar failed to prove the allegations by clear and convincing evidence.

NAIC President White Discusses AI, Market Data at Spring Meeting

NAIC President Scott A. White discussed the organization's strategic priorities, including the regulation of artificial intelligence in the insurance sector and efforts to address homeowners market challenges. The remarks were delivered at the NAIC's 2026 Spring National Meeting.

NAIC Reaccredits New Jersey and Tennessee Insurance Departments

The NAIC Financial Regulation Standards and Accreditation (F) Committee has reaccredited the insurance regulatory departments of New Jersey and Tennessee. This reaccreditation confirms that these departments continue to meet NAIC standards for financial solvency oversight and effective regulation of multistate insurers.

In Re J. E. Pendleton v. the State of Texas - Mandamus

The Texas Court of Appeals denied a petition for writ of mandamus filed by J. E. Pendleton, who sought to appear in court via video conference while seeking asylum in Canada. The court found that the relator failed to provide a sufficient record to establish entitlement to extraordinary relief.

John Edgar Crayton Jr. v. State of Texas - Intoxication Manslaughter Sentencing

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed a 40-year prison sentence for John Edgar Crayton Jr. on two counts of intoxication manslaughter. The court found that Crayton forfeited his appellate complaint regarding the lack of an ability-to-pay hearing for court costs by failing to object at the trial court level.

Kindred v. State - Assault Conviction Appeal

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed a conviction for assault family violence, upholding a one-year jail sentence for Herman Lee Kindred. The court found no arguable grounds for appeal after an independent review of the record and counsel's Anders brief.

Steadman v. State of Texas - DWI Appeal Abated

The Texas Court of Appeals has abated and remanded the DWI appeal of Gina Ilisa Steadman to the trial court. The trial court must determine if the appellant wishes to proceed with the appeal and if her counsel has abandoned the case. A hearing will be held, and findings will be submitted to the appellate court by April 20, 2026.

R. F. v. Texas Department of Family and Protective Services - Parental Rights Termination

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's order terminating a mother's parental rights. The court found sufficient evidence to support the termination and rejected the mother's claim of ineffective assistance of counsel. The decision stems from a case involving child protective services and allegations of substance abuse.

Elon Musk v. Benjamin Brody - Libel Ruling Reversed

The Texas Court of Appeals reversed a trial court's denial of Elon Musk's motion to dismiss a libel lawsuit. The court found that Musk's comment on Twitter was protected speech under the Texas Citizens Participation Act and remanded the case for dismissal.