US Courts

Angevine v. Martuscello - Prison Disciplinary Rules Violation

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York upheld a determination that an incarcerated individual violated prison disciplinary rules. The ruling confirms the findings of conspiracy to assault, violent conduct, gang involvement, and making threats, based on substantial evidence.

Matter of Wheatley - Attorney Resignation

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York accepted the resignation of attorney Nathan Allan Wheatley for nondisciplinary reasons. His name has been stricken from the roll of attorneys, and he is prohibited from practicing law in New York.

Guerrero v. Martuscello - Prison Disciplinary Rules Appeal

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York reviewed a prison disciplinary determination. The court addressed whether the disciplinary hearing was timely commenced and completed following the petitioner's placement in the Special Housing Unit. The decision impacts the procedural requirements for prison disciplinary actions in New York.

Nemeth v. K-Tooling - Land Use Variance Dispute

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York issued an opinion in the Matter of Nemeth v. K-Tooling, concerning a land use dispute. The court reviewed a judgment that partially granted petitioners' application to annul a determination by the Village of Hancock Zoning Board of Appeals approving a use variance request.

Matter of Chukwu - Attorney Disciplinary Action

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York issued an opinion in the Matter of Patrick Mbonu Chukwu, an attorney. The court is imposing discipline upon consent due to violations of the Rules of Professional Conduct, including incompetent representation and neglect of client matters.

People v. Torres - Criminal Possession of Controlled Substance

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York has issued an opinion in the case of People v. Torres. The defendant was convicted of criminal possession of a controlled substance and criminally using drug paraphernalia. The appeal challenges the weight of the evidence supporting the conviction.

Boomer v. New York State Dept. of Corr. - Legal Opinion

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York issued a legal opinion in the matter of Boomer v. New York State Dept. of Corr. The court found the case moot as the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision voluntarily expunged misconduct records and reinstated visitation privileges.

Matter of Gohn - Attorney Resignation

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York accepted the resignation of attorney Sandra P. Gohn for non-disciplinary reasons. Her name has been removed from the roll of attorneys, and she is prohibited from practicing law in New York.

N.Y. v. Commons West, LLC - Housing Affordability and Discrimination

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York issued an opinion in the case of People of the State of New York v. Commons West, LLC. The case involves housing affordability and potential discrimination related to the federal Section 8 housing choice voucher program. The court addressed a motion to dismiss and a cross-motion for summary judgment concerning the constitutionality of Executive Law § 296 (5) (a) (1).

People v. Daniels - Criminal Possession of Controlled Substance

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York issued an opinion in People v. Daniels, affirming a conviction for criminal possession of a controlled substance. The court addressed the defendant's appeal concerning the weight of the evidence and the suppression of seized evidence.