United States

Scott v. Arkansas Dept. Human Services - Parental Rights Termination

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed the termination of parental rights for Katlyn and Steven Scott concerning their minor child. The court found clear and convincing evidence supported the termination grounds and that it was in the child's best interest, despite the parents' arguments regarding support for the findings and potential relative placement.

Arkansas Dept. of Human Services v. Conduent State - Procurement Dispute

The Arkansas Court of Appeals reversed and remanded a lower court's declaratory judgment against the Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) and its procurement director. The court found that the judgment was entered before the appellants' response time had expired, impacting a state contract award for electronic benefits transfer (EBT) services.

Westside Loft Apartment v. Tina Fowler - Court Opinion

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed a judgment against Westside Loft Apartments in a case involving a dog attack and subsequent eviction dispute. The court addressed arguments regarding necessary parties, discovery sanctions, and damages.

Ryan Michael Douglas v. State of Arkansas - Criminal Appeal

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision to revoke Ryan Michael Douglas's suspended imposition of sentence. Douglas was sentenced to three years imprisonment and a suspended imposition of sentence on one case, and a four-year suspended imposition of sentence on another.

Bahner v. Wakefield - Guardianship Appeal

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision granting permanent guardianship of minor children to Susan Wakefield. The appellant, Daniel Bahner, argued the court erred by not finding him unfit before granting guardianship, but the appellate court found no error.

Dedrick Brigance v. State of Arkansas - Criminal Appeal

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Dedrick Brigance for second-degree murder with a firearm enhancement. Brigance appealed, arguing insufficient evidence and error in jury instructions regarding the state's stand-your-ground law.

Madiha Shahid v. Asif Masood - Divorce Case Opinion

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed in part and reversed and remanded in part a divorce decree concerning child support, alimony, and custody. The court also affirmed the lower court's findings on contempt and joint custody.

Chase Browning-Langstaff v. State of Arkansas - Criminal Appeal

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed a conviction for second-degree murder. The appellant was sentenced to six years imprisonment. The court found sufficient evidence despite the appellant's claim of self-defense.

Jonathan Hitchcock v. State of Arkansas - Criminal Appeal

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed a conviction for rape and sexual assault against Jonathan Hitchcock. The court addressed issues regarding late-disclosed expert testimony, a denied motion for continuance, amendment of charges during trial, and the admission of evidence.

Oberlander v. Oberlander - Appeal of Summary Judgment

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision granting summary judgment in favor of David Oberlander and Conway Neurology, P.A., dismissing claims of tort-of-outrage and invasion of privacy. The case involved the disclosure of medical records in a child support dispute.