US Courts

Waco v. Holland - Plea to Jurisdiction Reversed

The Texas Court of Appeals reversed and rendered a trial court's decision, granting the City of Waco's plea to the jurisdiction. The court dismissed the appellees' claims against the City, finding that the trial court lacked jurisdiction.

Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion in Matter of Leoffler Trust

The Colorado Court of Appeals reversed a district court's dismissal of a petition concerning the Leoffler Trust. The court remanded the case, directing further proceedings to determine the petitioner's standing as a beneficiary.

Crook v. ICAO - Unemployment Benefits Case

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed a decision by the Industrial Claim Appeals Office denying unemployment benefits to Brenda Crook. The denial was based on a finding of disqualification due to theft. The court found substantial evidence supported the Panel's decision.

Peo v. Thiam - Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Abou Thiam for attempt to influence a public servant and forgery. The court found no error in the trial court's handling of jury challenges. The opinion is designated as non-precedential.

Peo v. Devoe - Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction and sentence of Frank Adam Devoe. The court found sufficient evidence to support his conviction as a special offender and upheld the trial court's sentencing decisions.

Peo v. Spector - Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision in the case of People v. Spector. The defendant appealed the denial of a motion to continue his sentencing hearing, which sought additional time for appointed counsel to investigate withdrawing a guilty plea based on ineffective assistance of counsel. The appellate court found no abuse of discretion by the district court.

Peo v. Hernandez - Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion

The Colorado Court of Appeals issued a non-precedential opinion in Peo v. Hernandez, affirming a district court's order dismissing criminal charges against Ashley Hernandez. The case involved allegations of witness intimidation and judicial recusal.

Williams v. CDOC - Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed the dismissal of a pro se inmate's complaint against the Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) and a prison warden. The inmate alleged violations of CDOC regulations and his due process rights. The court found the complaint failed to establish a quasi-judicial action reviewable by the district court.

Garcia v. Auto Nation North - Appeal of Contract Dispute

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's judgment in favor of Auto Nation North in a case filed by Roy Garcia. Garcia's appeal concerned his attempt to purchase a vehicle using a non-negotiable instrument, which Auto Nation refused to accept.

Peo v. Ciarcia - Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's order denying a postconviction motion filed by Jerry Gerard Ciarcia. The motion concerned his sentencing for sexual assault convictions. The court's decision addresses the application of continuing course of conduct statutes to sentencing.