US Courts

Oberlander v. Oberlander - Appeal of Summary Judgment

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision granting summary judgment in favor of David Oberlander and Conway Neurology, P.A., dismissing claims of tort-of-outrage and invasion of privacy. The case involved the disclosure of medical records in a child support dispute.

Westside Loft Apartment v. Tina Fowler - Court Opinion

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed a judgment against Westside Loft Apartments in a case involving a dog attack and subsequent eviction dispute. The court addressed arguments regarding necessary parties, discovery sanctions, and damages.

Arkansas Dept. of Human Services v. Conduent State - Procurement Dispute

The Arkansas Court of Appeals reversed and remanded a lower court's declaratory judgment against the Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) and its procurement director. The court found that the judgment was entered before the appellants' response time had expired, impacting a state contract award for electronic benefits transfer (EBT) services.

Scott v. Arkansas Dept. Human Services - Parental Rights Termination

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed the termination of parental rights for Katlyn and Steven Scott concerning their minor child. The court found clear and convincing evidence supported the termination grounds and that it was in the child's best interest, despite the parents' arguments regarding support for the findings and potential relative placement.

Fard Muhammad v. State of Arkansas - Criminal Appeal

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed a misdemeanor conviction for third-degree battery against Fard Muhammad. The court found that Muhammad knowingly and intelligently waived his right to counsel, despite his limited education and self-representation.

Alberto Dominguez v. State of Arkansas - Criminal Appeal

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed a conviction for thirty counts of possession of child sexual abuse material. The court also remanded the case to correct the sentencing order. The appeal challenged the sufficiency of evidence and the denial of motions to suppress.

Chase Browning-Langstaff v. State of Arkansas - Criminal Appeal

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed a conviction for second-degree murder. The appellant was sentenced to six years imprisonment. The court found sufficient evidence despite the appellant's claim of self-defense.

People v. Taveres - Sex Offender Classification

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed an order adjudicating Rolando Taveres a level two sexually violent offender under the Sex Offender Registration Act. The court found sufficient evidence for the risk assessment and declined to grant a downward departure.

Franklin v. Norman - Georgia Court of Appeals Vacates and Remands

The Georgia Court of Appeals vacated and remanded a trial court's decision in Franklin v. Norman, finding that the trial court erred in failing to award quadruple damages against an expert witness for bad faith fee seeking. The court directed the trial court to impose these damages.

Duane Allen Jenkins v. ABM Industries, Inc. - Case Dismissed

The Court of Appeals of Georgia dismissed the appeal of Duane Allen Jenkins v. ABM Industries, Inc. The dismissal was due to the appellant filing the notice of appeal 33 days after the trial court's order, exceeding the statutory 30-day limit. This lack of timely filing means the court lacks jurisdiction.