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Kittis v. Cleveland Clinic Found. - Medical Malpractice Opinion Affirmed

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a jury verdict in favor of the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in a medical malpractice case. The court found that the trial court did not err in denying motions for a new trial or mistrial, and any potential error in introducing new causation theories was harmless.

Anderson v. Jack Cleveland Casino, LLC - Summary Judgment and Statute of Limitations

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision to grant summary judgment in favor of Jack Cleveland Casino, LLC. The court found that the plaintiff's complaint was filed outside the applicable two-year statute of limitations and that his status as a vexatious litigator required him to obtain leave from the court before filing.

Fugo v. Rae - Breach of Contract Case Affirmed

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision in Fugo v. Rae, a breach of contract case. The court found that the trial court's award of $1,200 was not against the manifest weight of the evidence, and the defendant's appeal was dismissed due to lack of a cross-appeal.

Carrington Mtge. Servs. v. Israel - Foreclosure Judgment Affirmed

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's decision granting summary judgment against a defendant in a foreclosure action and default judgment against an unknown spouse. The court found the defendant failed to present defenses and that a pro se litigant must comply with civil procedure rules.

State v. Jackson - Felony Sentence Opinion

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a felony sentence for Jalen Jackson, ruling that the sentence was not reviewable on appeal because the trial court imposed a base sentence within the range agreed upon by the parties in the plea agreement. The opinion addresses R.C. 2953.08 regarding reviewability of sentences.

State v. Ward - Murder, Assault, Counsel Appeal

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed the convictions of Davion Ward for murder and felonious assault. The court found sufficient evidence and that the convictions were not against the manifest weight of the evidence, also denying claims of ineffective assistance of counsel and cumulative error.

State v. Shirilla - Ohio Court of Appeals Opinion

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's dismissal of a postconviction relief petition filed by Mackenzie Shirilla. The dismissal was based on untimeliness, as the petition was filed on the 366th day after the filing of trial transcripts, exceeding the statutory 365-day deadline.

State v. Schaumleffel - Ineffective Assistance of Counsel

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision in State v. Schaumleffel, ruling that the defendant was not denied effective assistance of counsel. The court found that the trial court did not err in denying a motion to withdraw filed by the defendant's attorney.

Fields-Arnold v. Cent. State Univ. Bd. of Trustees - Employment Discrimination

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed the Court of Claims' decision to grant summary judgment to Central State University Board of Trustees. The appellant failed to satisfy her burden on claims of sex discrimination and FMLA retaliation, waived her hostile work environment claim, and inadequately briefed her race discrimination claim.

In re G.M. - Court Denies Father's Motion to Modify Legal Custody

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a juvenile court's denial of a father's motion to modify legal custody of his child. The court found no changed circumstances to warrant modification, citing evidence of abuse predating the prior decree and the father's ongoing criminal conduct.