US Courts

O'Loughlin v. AESA Enterprises - Court Opinion

The Utah Court of Appeals filed an opinion in the case of O'Loughlin v. AESA Enterprises on March 19, 2026. The court affirmed the district court's grant of a motion in limine to exclude damages evidence, leading to the dismissal of the case. The court also addressed attorney fees awards.

Old Republic National Title v. Cap Fund 783 - Real Estate Escrow Dispute

The Utah Court of Appeals reviewed a dispute over escrowed real estate funds. The court reversed summary judgment for the escrow agent, Old Republic National Title Insurance Company, on interpleader immunity grounds and vacated the award of attorney fees related to those claims. The court also reversed summary judgment on a tortious interference claim.

State v. Beltran-Perez - Criminal Double Jeopardy Appeal

The Utah Court of Appeals affirmed a conviction for robbery, ruling that the defendant's plea agreement in a federal case did not violate statutory double jeopardy principles. The court found that the state and federal charges stemmed from distinct criminal acts.

State v. Hart - Utah Court of Appeals Opinion

The Utah Court of Appeals affirmed the convictions of Steven Wallace Hart for dealing in material harmful to a minor. The court rejected Hart's argument that his trial counsel provided ineffective assistance by failing to move for dismissal earlier, finding the statute of limitations did not bar the charges.

State v. Murphy - Utah Court of Appeals Opinion

The Utah Court of Appeals affirmed a magistrate's decision to not bind Shawn Phillip Murphy over for trial on charges of aggravated sexual abuse and sodomy on a child. The State appealed, arguing the magistrate misapplied the bindover standard, but the court disagreed, finding insufficient evidence for probable cause.

Town v. Sidoti - Negligent Misrepresentation Claim Dismissed

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed the dismissal of a negligent misrepresentation claim filed by David Town against Tarina Sidoti. The court found that Town failed to demonstrate justifiable reliance on a statement made in a real estate listing, as he was not involved in a business transaction and the statement was likely marketing puffery.

State v. Cowgill - Rape Conviction Upheld

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed the rape conviction of Michael Cowgill. The court found sufficient evidence to support the conviction and that it was not against the manifest weight of the evidence. Cowgill was sentenced to 10-15 years incarceration and lifetime registration as a Tier III Sex Offender.

State v. Allen - Res Judicata Bars Disposition Hearing Arguments

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's decision to revoke community control sanctions and impose a prison sentence on Ryan Allen. The court found that Allen's arguments regarding disposition hearings were barred by res judicata and that his violation of relocation requirements was non-technical, justifying revocation.

Ohio Appeals Court Affirms Civil Penalties for Open Dumping

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's order imposing civil penalties and a permanent injunction against Keegan Enterprises, Ltd. and individuals for open dumping of solid waste and creating a public nuisance. The court found sufficient evidence to support the judgment and rejected claims of judicial bias.

State v. Coleman - Attorney Sanctions for AI Misconduct

The Ohio Court of Appeals has sanctioned attorney William B. Norman for using fabricated artificial intelligence quotes in a court filing. The court found the misconduct violated multiple Ohio Rules of Professional Conduct and imposed sanctions including mandatory continuing legal education and a written apology.