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B9 Schoolhouse Owner, LLC v. Township of Franklin - Land Use Ordinance Dispute

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division heard an appeal concerning a township ordinance that retroactively applied new stormwater management regulations to pending development applications. The court reviewed the ordinance's validity and its conflict with the Municipal Land Use Law's time of application rule.

Burden v. Harrington - New Jersey Superior Court Opinion

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a lower court's decision denying plaintiffs' motion to lift a stay and file an amended complaint. The case involves claims against an underinsured motorist carrier following a motor vehicle accident.

New Jersey Superior Court: Firearms Purchaser ID Denial Appeal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed the denial of E.F.'s application for a firearms purchaser identification card and permit to purchase a handgun. The denial was based on E.F. falsifying information on his application and lacking the necessary temperament to be entrusted with a firearm.

DCPP v. A.T. - Guardianship of C.J. III

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division issued an opinion in DCPP v. A.T., concerning the termination of parental rights for a minor, C.J. III. The parents are appealing the trial court's judgment, arguing deficiencies in the court's analysis regarding the child's best interests and the harm caused by termination.

State of New Jersey v. Donqua Thomas - Criminal Appeal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed the conviction of Donqua Thomas for first-degree murder and related weapons offenses. The court's decision, issued on March 11, 2026, upholds the jury's verdict from June 2023.

B&L Tire Service v. New Jersey Turnpike Authority - Prequalification Protest

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division reversed and remanded a decision by the New Jersey Turnpike Authority that rescinded Noll Brothers Inc.'s prequalification status for towing services. The court found the Authority's decision was not supported by substantial evidence in the record.

Honeywell International Inc. v. Satec Inc. - Environmental Remediation Dispute

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division reviewed a dispute between Honeywell International Inc. and Satec Inc. concerning environmental remediation obligations under a 2009 Settlement Agreement. The court affirmed, with modifications, an order that denied Satec's motion to compel arbitration for certain claims while also addressing Honeywell's cross-appeal regarding access and remediation.

Melick v. Melick - Post-Judgment Matrimonial Matter

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a Family Division order enforcing a 1997 Final Judgment of Divorce regarding the division of a 401K plan. The defendant appealed the enforcement of a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) concerning his retirement assets, which had been rolled over into an IRA in 2010.

State of New Jersey v. Johnny Santiago - Criminal Procedure

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed an order suppressing a defendant's recorded statement, finding his waiver of Miranda rights was not knowing, intelligent, and voluntary. The court's decision is non-precedential and applies only to the parties involved.

State of New Jersey v. Joshua Simmons - Appellate Division Opinion

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division vacated orders compelling the production of a crime victim's mental health records. The court found the lower court abused its discretion by not notifying the victim and by making findings without reviewing the records. The case involves multiple indictments against Joshua Simmons.