US Courts

United States v. Vijaya Shetty - Sixth Circuit Court Opinion

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals has issued a non-precedential opinion in the case of United States v. Vijaya Shetty. The opinion is associated with docket number 24-1726 and was filed on March 11, 2026.

Poynter v. Bennett - Sixth Circuit Grants Rehearing En Banc

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals has granted a rehearing en banc in the case of Luther Poynter v. Aaron Bennett. This decision vacates the previous ruling, stays the mandate, and restores the case to the docket for further proceedings, including supplemental briefing and oral argument.

United States v. Tevye Tyshear Shelton Jones - Criminal Appeal

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the convictions of Tevye Tyshear Shelton Jones on charges including drug possession with intent to distribute and illegal firearm possession. The court found no error in the lower court's proceedings and upheld all four convictions.

A.M. v. C.C. - Appeal Dismissal

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals has dismissed the appeal in A.M. v. C.C. due to the appellant's failure to file an opening brief by the established deadline. The court issued a default notice and proceeded with dismissal after no further action was taken by the appellant.

Swoope v. Citizens Insurance Company of the Midwest - Insurance Case

The Michigan Supreme Court reversed a Court of Appeals decision regarding personal protection insurance (PIP) benefits. The Court held that the unlawful taking of a vehicle is distinct from unlawful operation when determining eligibility for PIP benefits under MCL 500.3113(a). The case is remanded for further consideration.

Delaware Court of Chancery Opinion Enters Judgment for Defendants

The Delaware Court of Chancery entered judgment for defendants in a post-trial opinion regarding claims of fraud and breach of an operating agreement. The court found that the plaintiffs failed to prove their theory that defendants intentionally misrepresented information about a company acquisition.

Hawaii Supreme Court Denies Petition for Writ of Prohibition

The Hawaii Supreme Court denied a petition for a writ of prohibition filed by Jasen Nielsen against Judge Stephanie Char and Jacklyn Perales. The court found that the petitioner had not demonstrated a clear and indisputable right to relief.

Minns Jr. v. Montalbano - Order Denying Reconsideration

The Supreme Court of the State of Hawaiʻi denied a motion for reconsideration in the case of Carl Roger Piʻialii Minns, Jr. v. The Honorable John A. Montalbano. The order, filed on March 11, 2026, indicates that the court has not overlooked or misapprehended points of law or fact.

A.M. v. C.C. - Order Dismissing Appeal

The Intermediate Court of Appeals of the State of Hawaiʻi has issued an order dismissing the appeal in A.M. v. C.C. The dismissal is due to the appellant's failure to file an opening brief or request an extension of time by the established deadline.

Akiona v. Administrative Director of the Courts - Certiorari Application Rejected

The Supreme Court of the State of Hawaiʻi has rejected Brandon M.K. Akiona's application for a writ of certiorari. The court's order, dated March 11, 2026, formally denies the petitioner's request for further review.