EDWA Opinions

Progressive Insurance v. Sunde and Stein - Summary Judgment Ruling

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington issued an order in the lawsuit Progressive Direct Insurance Company and Progressive Casualty Insurance Company v. Leif Sunde, Christopher Stein, and Malinda Stein. The court denied the defendant Leif Sunde's motions for an extension of time and granted the plaintiffs' motion for summary judgment.

Nelson-Lloyd v. Auto Club Mapfre Insurance Company - Civil Case

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington issued an order addressing multiple motions in the civil case Wendy Nelson-Lloyd and Christopher Lloyd v. Auto Club Mapfre Insurance Company. The order covers motions to compel, a motion to extend pretrial deadlines, and a motion for reconsideration.

Jeffrey L. v. Frank Bisignano - Social Security Benefits Appeal

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington issued an opinion reversing an Administrative Law Judge's denial of Social Security benefits for Plaintiff Jeffrey L. The court found the ALJ erred in evaluating the plaintiff's limitations and remanded the case for an award of benefits.

Steven Wade Maisano v. Tim Norman Lang - Court Opinion

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington issued an order granting a motion to dismiss without prejudice in the case of Steven Wade Maisano v. Tim Norman Lang. The court also denied a motion for leave to amend as moot. The case involves confiscated firearms from the plaintiff's home.

James S. v. Frank Bisignano - Social Security Case Ruling

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington granted the Defendant's motion in the Social Security case James S. v. Frank Bisignano. The court's order, dated February 25, 2026, denied the Plaintiff's motion and affirmed the Commissioner of Social Security's decision.

Gratton v. UPS - Order on Motion for Partial Judgment

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington granted United Parcel Service's motion for partial judgment or to limit the scope of a new trial in the case of Gratton v. UPS. The court's order modifies the previous jury award of $39.6 million in emotional distress and $198 million in punitive damages.

Rice v. Andrewjeski - Summary Judgment Order

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington issued an order granting the defendants' motion for summary judgment in the case of Rice v. Andrewjeski. The court addressed several motions, including the plaintiff's motions to effectuate service and suppress evidence.

Anthony Mills v. Arlene Bluth - Case Dismissal

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington dismissed the case of Anthony Mills v. Arlene Bluth, citing frivolousness and judicial immunity. The plaintiff had filed identical complaints in multiple federal districts.

Tammy F. v. Frank Bisignano - Social Security Disability Appeal

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington issued an order in the case of Tammy F. v. Frank Bisignano, Commissioner of Social Security. The court granted in part the Plaintiff's motion and granted the Defendant's motion, remanding the matter to the Commissioner for additional proceedings.

Felts Field Development LLC v. Aero Center Felts Field LLC - Motion for Summary Judgment

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington denied a motion for partial summary judgment filed by Defendant Aero Center Felts Field LLC in the case Felts Field Development LLC v. Aero Center Felts Field LLC. The case involves allegations of unlawful detainer and contract disputes regarding a sublease agreement.