Arkansas Supreme Court

Red Roof Inns v. Jane Doe - Pro Hac Vice Admission Ruling

The Supreme Court of Arkansas reversed a lower court's decision denying pro hac vice admission to out-of-state attorneys representing Red Roof Inns. The court found the lower court erred in denying the petitions and remanded the case for further proceedings.

Benton School District v. Brandi Greer - Supreme Court Opinion

The Supreme Court of Arkansas reversed a lower court's decision, finding that Brandi Greer's claims of unlawful retaliation by the Benton School District failed as a matter of law. The court reversed the jury's award of $7,000 in damages and a permanent injunction against the district.

Benton School District v. Brandi Greer - Attorneys' Fees Award Reversed

The Supreme Court of Arkansas reversed and dismissed an award of $106,959.79 in attorneys' fees and costs to Brandi Greer. This decision follows the reversal of the underlying judgment in a companion case, rendering Greer no longer the prevailing party.

Christopher Coy Gamble v. State of Arkansas - Criminal Appeal

The Arkansas Supreme Court affirmed a lower court's decision in the case of Christopher Coy Gamble v. State of Arkansas. The court ruled on two arguments presented by the appellant regarding the denial of his motion to suppress a custodial statement and the denial of his motion to strike a venire panel. The appellant was found guilty of capital murder and aggravated residential burglary.

Vann Bragg v. State of Arkansas - Supreme Court Opinion

The Supreme Court of Arkansas affirmed a lower court's denial of a Rule 37 petition. The petition alleged ineffective assistance of trial counsel in the case of Vann Bragg, who was convicted of first-degree murder and battery. The court found no clear error in the lower court's decision.

State v. Roy Nichols, Jr. - Rape Shield Statute Scope

The Arkansas Supreme Court reversed a lower court's decision regarding the admissibility of evidence under the state's rape-shield statute in the case of State v. Roy Nichols, Jr. The court found that evidence of prior sexual conduct was not admissible in this instance, reversing the trial court's ruling.

Arkansas Access to Justice Commission Appointment

The Supreme Court of Arkansas has appointed Judge Thomas Potter to the Arkansas Access to Justice Commission for a three-year term. Deepali Lal and Kyle Burton were reappointed to the Board of Directors of the Arkansas Access to Justice Foundation, Inc. The court expressed gratitude to Judge Kim Bridgforth for her service.

Arkansas Access to Justice Commission Appointments

The Supreme Court of Arkansas has issued an opinion appointing Judge Thomas Potter to the Arkansas Access to Justice Commission for a three-year term. Additionally, Deepali Lal and Kyle Burton have been reappointed to the Board of Directors of the Arkansas Access to Justice Foundation, Inc. for three-year terms.

Bryan Norris v. Independence County - Election Dispute

The Supreme Court of Arkansas issued a dissenting opinion regarding the handling of an election dispute case involving Independence County. The dissent argues for expedited resolution of jurisdictional questions in election matters, citing federal court precedents for rapid decision-making.