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Levi William Wheeler, Jr. v. Commonwealth of Virginia - Malicious Wounding Conviction

The Virginia Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's decision finding sufficient evidence for a malicious wounding conviction. The court remanded the case for correction of an error in the sentencing order.

Joan Altizer v. William Curtis Bull, Jr. - Real Property Deed Affirmation

The Virginia Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision, upholding a 2008 warranty deed that conveyed real property interests to siblings as trustees. The court found the deed valid despite the trust not being explicitly named, as the grantees were identified as trustees and the trust was sufficiently identified. Other claims were waived.

Michael W. Martin v. The City of Waynesboro, Virginia - Whistleblower Claim

The Virginia Court of Appeals ruled on a whistleblower claim against the City of Waynesboro. The court upheld the city's sovereign immunity for the whistleblower claim but reversed in part the finding of sovereign immunity for a supervisor, remanding the case.

Virginia Court of Appeals Denies Anti-SLAPP Immunity in Defamation Case

The Virginia Court of Appeals denied a demurrer in a defamation case, ruling that appellants were not immune under the state's anti-SLAPP statute. The court found the complaint sufficiently alleged the appellants knew or recklessly disregarded the falsity of their statements.

Sholl v. Virginia - Assault Conviction Upheld

The Virginia Court of Appeals upheld the assault conviction of Duane Eugene Sholl. The court found sufficient evidence for the jury to convict Sholl of assaulting a law enforcement officer, affirming the trial court's decision and sentence.

NY AG Sues Solar Company and Lenders for Defrauding Consumers

New York Attorney General Letitia James has sued solar company Attyx and its lending partners for allegedly defrauding New Yorkers out of an estimated $275 million. The lawsuit claims the company made false promises of free solar systems and home repairs, leading consumers to sign contracts for expensive installations and loans.

NY AG Urges Supreme Court to Preserve TPS for Haitian Immigrants

New York Attorney General Letitia James, leading a coalition of 19 attorneys general, filed an amicus brief urging the Supreme Court to preserve Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for approximately 350,000 Haitian immigrants. The brief argues that terminating TPS would harm public health, safety, and economies, and disrupt families.

In the Int. of: L.G., Appeal of: C.G. - Parental Rights Termination

The Pennsylvania Superior Court affirmed the termination of parental rights for C.G. concerning her two minor sons, L.G. and N.G. The appeal stemmed from concerns regarding the mother's mental health and drug use impacting her ability to parent and maintain the children's safety.

Com. v. Felix - Criminal Post-Conviction Relief

The Pennsylvania Superior Court issued a non-precedential decision in Com. v. Felix, affirming the dismissal of the appellant's second PCRA petition. The court granted the appellant's counsel's petition to withdraw, finding the appeal to be without merit.

Com. v. Sanders, K. - Criminal Appeal

The Pennsylvania Superior Court affirmed a lower court's judgment of sentence against Keith Lamont Sanders. The appeal stemmed from a conviction for disorderly conduct after Sanders failed to appear for a trial de novo.