Massachusetts Appeals Court

Commonwealth v. David Antonetty-Almestica - Massachusetts Appeals Court Opinion

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued a non-precedential opinion in Commonwealth v. David Antonetty-Almestica, affirming the defendant's convictions for second-degree murder, witness intimidation, and assault and battery by means of a dangerous weapon. The court denied the defendant's motion for a new trial, finding no ineffective assistance of counsel or substantial risk of a miscarriage of justice.

Steven Waylein v. Commonwealth - Sexually Dangerous Person Appeal

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued a non-precedential memorandum and order affirming a jury verdict that Steven Waylein remains a sexually dangerous person. The court addressed evidentiary rulings concerning a social worker's report and release plan.

Michael Nwozuzu v. Safety Insurance Company - Insurance Dispute

The Massachusetts Appeals Court affirmed a judgment in favor of Safety Insurance Company in a dispute over an automobile insurance claim. The court found that the plaintiff's failure to cooperate with the insurer's investigation voided recovery under the policy.

Kenvue Brands LLC v. Ann Z. Bauer - Discovery Dispute

The Massachusetts Appeals Court affirmed a lower court's decision to quash a discovery subpoena issued to Dr. Ann Z. Bauer in a case involving Kenvue Brands LLC. The court found the discovery request, related to a California-based lawsuit concerning prenatal acetaminophen use, was not warranted.

Commonwealth v. Gerald Bowens - Massachusetts Appeals Court Opinion

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued a non-precedential memorandum and order in Commonwealth v. Gerald Bowens, concerning the admissibility of graphic video evidence in a manslaughter trial. The court affirmed the conviction, finding the evidence had probative value despite its inflammatory nature.

John Doe v. Sex Offender Registry Board - Classification Appeal

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued a memorandum and order affirming a Superior Court judgment that upheld the Sex Offender Registry Board's (SORB) classification of John Doe as a level three sex offender. The court found substantial evidence supported the hearing examiner's findings regarding penetration and the application of risk factors.

John Doe v. Sex Offender Registry Board - Sex Offender Classification Appeal

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued a memorandum and order affirming a Superior Court judgment that upheld a Sex Offender Registry Board decision classifying John Doe as a level two sex offender. The court addressed several claims of error regarding the hearing examiner's findings and reliance on evidence.

Dennis M. Cloherty v. Commonwealth of Massachusetts - Civil Appeal

The Massachusetts Appeals Court affirmed the dismissal of Dennis M. Cloherty's pro se complaint against the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and others. The court found that the complaint, as twice amended, failed to articulate cognizable causes of action and that the plaintiff waived arguments by not addressing deficiencies in his brief.

Commonwealth v. Atweri - Criminal Appeal

The Massachusetts Appeals Court affirmed a lower court's denial of a motion to suppress evidence in the case of Commonwealth v. Atweri. The court found that the exit order and subsequent search of the vehicle were justified, upholding the defendant's convictions for firearms and drug offenses.

Commonwealth v. Benji B. Guerrier - Criminal Appeal

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued a non-precedential summary opinion affirming a conviction for receiving a firearm with a defaced serial number. The defendant appealed the denial of his motion to suppress evidence.