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Earnest Maxwell v. Lavski Management, LLC - Unlawful Detainer

The Arkansas Court of Appeals has issued an opinion in the case of Earnest Maxwell v. Lavski Management, LLC. The court remanded the case to settle and supplement the record, specifically concerning a transcript of a hearing that encompassed Maxwell's motion to dismiss and Lavski's request for damages.

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

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed the termination of parental rights for Jeffery Stanfield. The court granted the motion to withdraw filed by Stanfield's counsel, who asserted there were no arguable issues on appeal. The case involved allegations of drug use and endangerment of minor children.

Talley v. Johnson - Tort Immunity Appeal

The Arkansas Court of Appeals reversed a lower court's denial of a motion to dismiss filed by a police officer and the City of Jonesboro. The appeal concerned the officer's claim of tort immunity following a traffic accident. The court's decision impacts the scope of immunity for law enforcement actions.

Golden Kinsey v. Anitra Ford - Order of Protection Appeal

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed an order of protection against Golden Kinsey, prohibiting contact with Anitra Ford for ten years and their minor daughter for six months. Kinsey appealed the order, arguing it was based on conduct outside Arkansas and that the findings of domestic abuse were erroneous.

Deno Dicamillo v. State of Arkansas - Criminal Appeal

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed a conviction for rape and sexual assault. The appellant argued that evidence of his failure to appear in court was improperly admitted. The court found the evidence relevant to show consciousness of guilt.

Robert Hoffman, Jr. v. State of Arkansas - Criminal Appeal

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed a conviction for fleeing, reckless driving, and speeding. The appellant challenged the fleeing conviction, arguing insufficient evidence of intent. The court found sufficient evidence based on the totality of the circumstances presented.

Centofante et al. v. Ferguson - Property Dispute Court Opinion

The Arkansas Court of Appeals reversed and remanded a lower court's dismissal of a property dispute case. The appellants, referred to as the 'Coalition,' argued the Pulaski County Circuit Court erred in finding it lacked subject-matter jurisdiction and in transferring the case. This is the second appeal in this ongoing litigation.

Jearl Shane Griffin v. State of Arkansas - Theft Conviction Appeal

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Jearl Shane Griffin for theft by receiving property. Griffin was sentenced to five years' probation and fined $7,000. The appeal challenged the sufficiency of the evidence.

Billy Bagwell v. State of Arkansas - Rape Conviction Appeal

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed the rape conviction of Billy Bagwell. Bagwell appealed his conviction, arguing insufficient evidence, but the court found the evidence sufficient to support the jury's verdict. The opinion was delivered on March 11, 2026.

Supreme Court of New Jersey Opinion on Vicarious Liability for Teacher Sexual Abuse

The Supreme Court of New Jersey issued an opinion in Russell Forde Hornor v. Upper Freehold Regional Board of Education, addressing vicarious liability for school districts concerning teacher sexual abuse. The Court considered whether N.J.S.A. 59:2-1.3(a)(1) allows for imposing liability on a school district for a teacher's sexual abuse of a student outside the scope of employment.