Courts & Litigation

Com. v. Alexander, L. - Appeal Quashed

The Superior Court of Pennsylvania quashed an appeal filed by Louis E. Alexander. The court found that Alexander was appealing a non-final order, specifically the denial of his motion to disqualify the PCRA court judge. The appeal was dismissed as premature.

Aashaud McVea v. State of Texas - Murder Appeal

The Texas Court of Appeals, 11th District, filed an opinion affirming the conviction of Aashaud McVea for murder. The court addressed six issues raised by the appellant concerning self-defense, jury instructions, evidence admission, and closing arguments.

Dylan Scott Reynolds v. State of Texas - Injury to Child Case Dismissed

The Texas Court of Appeals, 11th District, has dismissed the appeal in Dylan Scott Reynolds v. The State of Texas. The appellant, found guilty of injury to an elderly individual, voluntarily moved to dismiss his own appeal.

Evans Resources, L.P. v. Petroplex Energy, Inc. - Contract Dispute

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's summary judgment in favor of Petroplex Energy, Inc. and the Anwars in a contract dispute with Evans Resources, L.P. The court found that Evans Resources, L.P. take nothing from the Anwars.

Candace Lanette Sneed Reinstated to Practice Law

The Supreme Court of Georgia has ordered the reinstatement of Candace Lanette Sneed to the practice of law in the state. This decision follows the Court's review of a compliance notice submitted by the State Bar of Georgia, confirming that Ms. Sneed has met the conditions for reinstatement.

Clemons v. Chex Systems, Inc. - New Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, Clemons v. Chex Systems, Inc., was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, identified by docket number 4:26-cv-02240, was filed on March 13, 2026, with a basis in Federal Question and concerning Consumer Credit.

Living Lands, LLC v. Harold Ward - Environmental Law Appeal

The Fourth Circuit affirmed a district court's decision in Living Lands, LLC v. Harold Ward, dismissing claims related to West Virginia's environmental reclamation activities. The court found that the plaintiffs' claims were barred by claim preclusion or failed to state a claim under the Clean Water Act.

NAACP v. SC Juvenile Justice - Rehearing En Banc Granted

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals has granted a rehearing en banc in the case of NAACP v. SC Juvenile Justice. Parties are required to file additional copies of their briefs within 10 days, and the case is tentatively scheduled for oral argument.

Sheldon v. Allergan Sales - False Claims Act

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals reversed and remanded a False Claims Act case involving Allergan Sales, LLC. The decision clarifies the scienter requirement for liability under the Act, impacting how drug manufacturers report rebates and discounts to government programs like Medicaid.

Bolick v. Anderson - Eighth Amendment Conditions of Confinement

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals partially affirmed, vacated, and remanded Bolick v. Anderson. The court found that genuine issues of material fact preclude summary judgment on the plaintiff's Eighth Amendment claim regarding inhumane conditions of confinement against Kirkland officials, but agreed the Director of the South Carolina Department of Corrections could not be held liable.