Guardianship Of C.g. - Court of Appeals Opinion

The Washington Court of Appeals Division II has issued an opinion in the case Guardianship Of C.g. The opinion was filed on February 10, 2026, under docket number 59281-9. This is an unpublished opinion and should not be cited.

Lombardi v. Commonwealth - Appeal of Denial of Motion to Dismiss

The Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts affirmed a single justice's denial of a petition for relief under G. L. c. 211, § 3. The petitioner sought to dismiss criminal charges based on an alleged extraterritorial arrest, but the court found that such claims must be raised on direct appeal after trial, not through extraordinary relief.

Supreme Judicial Court Vacates Plea Withdrawal Denial

The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court vacated the denial of a motion to withdraw a guilty plea for Jorge Santana, who faces deportation. The court found that the defendant may be entitled to an evidentiary hearing on his claim that his plea counsel failed to adequately advise him of the deportation consequences of his plea.

Pierce Petitioner SJC Case Opinion - Habeas Corpus

The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court issued an opinion in the case of Pierce Petitioner, addressing a petition for a writ of habeas corpus challenging civil commitment under G. L. c. 123A. The court vacated the order granting habeas corpus relief and remanded the case to treat the petition as a motion for relief from judgment.

Georgia Supreme Court Opinions Published February 3, 2026

The Georgia Supreme Court dismissed an appeal by NBCUniversal Media, LLC regarding a $500,000 default judgment in a garnishment action. The Court found it lacked jurisdiction as the trial court did not explicitly rule on the constitutional challenges raised by NBCUniversal.

Huitron v. Toby - Appeal of Habeas Corpus Denial

The Supreme Court of Georgia affirmed the denial of a habeas corpus petition filed by Alexandro Huitron, who was convicted of felony murder and other crimes. The court found that even if a conflict of interest existed with his appellate counsel, it did not adversely affect his performance.

Gibson v. State - Appeal of Guilty Plea Withdrawal Denial

The Supreme Court of Georgia is reviewing an appeal by Jeremy Wade Gibson, who seeks to withdraw his guilty plea for malice murder and other crimes. Gibson argues his attorney had a conflict of interest, preventing adequate investigation for his plea withdrawal motion. The court affirmed the trial court's denial of the motion.

NBCUniversal Media, LLC v. Walker et al. - Default Judgment

The Supreme Court of Georgia reviewed a default judgment exceeding $500,000 entered against NBCUniversal Media, LLC for failing to timely answer a summons of continuing garnishment. NBCUniversal challenged the constitutionality of Georgia's garnishment default statute. The court's decision addresses the application of the statute and constitutional challenges.

Muhammad Abdul-Warit Abdur-Rahim Reinstated to Practice Law

The Supreme Court of Georgia has ordered the reinstatement of Muhammad Abdul-Warit Abdur-Rahim to practice law in the state. This decision follows a review of a motion submitted by the State Bar of Georgia's Office of General Counsel, indicating that Mr. Abdur-Rahim has satisfied the conditions for reinstatement.

24SC2 Case Opinion - Conejos County Proceedings

The Colorado Judicial Branch has issued a case opinion for proceedings related to Conejos County under docket number 24SC2. This document provides the court's ruling and reasoning on the matter.

Colorado Supreme Court Case Opinion 23SC659

The Colorado Judicial Department has made Case Opinion 23SC659 available for download. This document pertains to proceedings in Conejos County, which will be relocated to a new location.

Colorado Judicial Branch Case Opinion 24SA254

The Colorado Judicial Branch has issued Case Opinion 24SA254. This document pertains to proceedings in Conejos County and provides a new location for these court activities. Further details are available in the case opinion PDF.

Colorado Supreme Court Case Opinion 24SC122

The Colorado Judicial Department has made available the PDF of Case Opinion 24SC122. This document pertains to proceedings in Conejos County and is now accessible for review.

California Supreme Court Modifies Opinion on Free Speech Rights

The California Supreme Court has modified its opinion regarding free speech rights in the case of Los Angeles Police Protective League v. City of Los Angeles. The modification clarifies language concerning a consent decree with the federal government that impacted the city's ability to enforce certain advisory requirements for complaints against peace officers.

Colorado Supreme Court Case Opinion 24SC698

The Colorado Supreme Court has issued an opinion in Case 24SC698 concerning proceedings in Conejos County. The document provides details on a change in the location for these proceedings.

Court Denies Further Production in Books and Records Action

The Delaware Court of Chancery denied a plaintiff's request for further production of books and records from GenScript Corporation. The court found that the plaintiff had not met the burden to prove a compelling need for records beyond those already provided under Delaware General Corporation Law Section 220.

Delaware Court of Chancery Opinion on Settlement Agreement Breach

The Delaware Court of Chancery issued an opinion resolving eight points of disagreement regarding the implementation of a partial summary judgment ruling. The case involves a dispute over a settlement agreement breach between Eller Associates Inc. and SRP Capital Advisors LLC, concerning investments in oil, gas, and mineral assets.

Court of Chancery Dismisses Crypto Case with Leave to Transfer

The Delaware Court of Chancery dismissed a $16 million crypto case brought by HASH Asset Management Ltd. against DMA Labs, Inc. and others. The court found that the claims supporting its jurisdiction were insufficiently pled and granted leave to transfer the case to the Superior Court.

Supreme Court affirms Chancery judgment in Fortiline v. McCall

The Delaware Supreme Court affirmed a judgment from the Court of Chancery in the case of Fortiline, Inc. and Patriot Supply Holdings, Inc. v. Hayne McCall et al. The Court's order stated that the judgment should be affirmed based on the reasoning provided in the Court of Chancery's memorandum opinion.

Delaware Supreme Court Affirms Court of Chancery Judgment

The Delaware Supreme Court affirmed a judgment from the Court of Chancery in the case of Irv Edwards, M.D., et al. v. Gigacquisitions2, LLC, et al. The decision upholds the lower court's ruling, with the Supreme Court finding the judgment should be affirmed based on the reasoning in the Court of Chancery's Memorandum Opinion.

USITC Maintains Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Orders on Calcium Hypochlorite from China

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has determined to maintain existing antidumping and countervailing duty orders on calcium hypochlorite from China. This decision follows five-year sunset reviews, concluding that revoking the orders would likely lead to the continuation or recurrence of material injury. The existing orders will remain in place.

USITC Continues Investigations on Van-Type Trailers from Canada, China, Mexico

The USITC has voted to continue investigations into van-type trailers and subassemblies from Canada, China, and Mexico. This decision indicates a reasonable indication of material injury to the U.S. industry due to alleged less-than-fair-value sales and government subsidies. The Department of Commerce will now proceed with its investigations.

USITC Finds India Springs Injure US Industry, Orders Duties

The USITC has determined that imports of overhead door counterbalance torsion springs from India are injuring the U.S. industry. As a result, the U.S. Department of Commerce will issue antidumping and countervailing duty orders on these imports.

USITC Determination: Electrolytic Manganese Dioxide from China Order Remains

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has determined that revoking the existing antidumping order on imports of electrolytic manganese dioxide from China would likely lead to the continuation or recurrence of material injury. Consequently, the existing order will remain in place.

USITC Determines to Continue Trade Orders on Steel Wire Rod

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has determined to continue existing trade remedy orders on carbon and certain alloy steel wire rod from Brazil, Indonesia, Mexico, Moldova, and Trinidad and Tobago. These orders will remain in place following the five-year sunset reviews.

Ackerman v. Arkema Incorporated - Tolling of State Statute of Limitations

The Fifth Circuit affirmed a district court's decision dismissing state law claims against Arkema Incorporated as untimely. The court held that Texas law does not recognize cross-jurisdictional tolling of statutes of limitations, meaning a federal class action does not pause the clock for individual state court filings.

Cadence Bank v. Johnson - Appeal of Summary Judgment on Loan Guarantees

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a summary judgment against appellants Cole Wayne and Cord Henry Johnson, holding them liable as guarantors for loans made by Cadence Bank and Century Bank. The court found complete diversity existed, allowing the case to proceed, and upheld the district court's ruling that the Johnsons were personally liable for Bridgelink Engineering LLC's defaulted loans.

Jackson v. Tarrant County - Redistricting Appeal

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the denial of a preliminary injunction in a redistricting case involving Tarrant County, Texas. Appellants argued that the county commissioners court redrew precinct lines to harm racial minorities and that staggered elections justified intervention. The court found insufficient evidence for racial discrimination and rejected the argument for intervention based on staggered elections.

Brittney Kennedy v. City of Arlington - Appeal of Constitutional Claims Dismissal

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the dismissal of constitutional claims brought by Brittney Kennedy against the City of Arlington. The claims alleged violations of due process and duty of care during a police cadet training exercise that resulted in Marquis Kennedy's death. The court found no plausible constitutional violation.

Media Matters v. X Corp. - Mandamus Petition Granted in Part

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals granted in part Media Matters' petition for a writ of mandamus, vacating the district court's order denying a venue transfer. The case involves a lawsuit filed by X Corp. against Media Matters over articles critical of X Corp.'s advertising practices.

General Motors Corp. v. Urban Gorilla, LLC - Trade Dress Infringement

The Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the district court's denial of a preliminary injunction sought by General Motors against Urban Gorilla, LLC. GM alleged that Urban Gorilla's body kits infringed on GM's trade dress rights for its Hummer vehicles. The court found GM failed to show a strong likelihood of success on the merits.

US v. Kelly - Sentencing Appeal

The Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the resentencing of Ronald Daniel Kelly for possession of pseudoephedrine with intent to manufacture methamphetamine. The court found no error in the district court's determination of the drug quantity and the resulting sentence.

Vigil v. South Valley Academy - Court Order on Briefs

The Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision in Vigil v. South Valley Academy, granting the parties' request for a decision on briefs without oral argument. The court found no error in the district court's grant of summary judgment and qualified immunity to the defendants.

Kanelakos v. Astrue - Social Security Disability Appeal

The Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals substituted Michael J. Astrue for Jo Anne B. Barnhart as appellee in the case of James L. Kanelakos v. Michael J. Astrue. The court granted the parties' request for a decision on the briefs without oral argument, reversing and remanding the case with instructions to the Commissioner of the Social Security Administration.

Hinkley v. Roadway Express, Inc - Labor Dispute

The Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's summary judgment in favor of Roadway Express, Inc. and Teamsters Local Union #41 in a labor dispute filed by Randal Hinkley. The court found no evidence that the union breached its duty of fair representation in handling the grievance regarding Hinkley's termination.

Gonzalez Tomasini v. DeJoy - Employment Case Appeal

The First Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's decision to dismiss an employment case against the United States Postal Service. The dismissal was based on a finding that the plaintiff, Orlando González Tomasini, tampered with a witness, his former wife, by attempting to dissuade her from testifying.

BlueRadios Inc. v. Hamilton, Brook, Smith & Reynolds, P.C. - Legal Malpractice Appeal

The First Circuit Court of Appeals partially reversed and vacated a district court ruling in a legal malpractice case brought by BlueRadios Inc. against law firm Hamilton, Brook, Smith & Reynolds, P.C. The appellate court found that BlueRadios' claims might not be untimely and that an attorney-client relationship could exist, remanding the case for further proceedings.

Barrett v. United States - Firearms Offenses and Cumulative Punishments

The Supreme Court ruled in Barrett v. United States that a single act violating both 18 U.S.C. §924(c)(1)(A)(i) and §924(j) can only yield one conviction, not two. This decision resolves a circuit split regarding cumulative punishments for firearms offenses that cause death.

Hebert v. Donahue - Insurance Policy Dispute

The First Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's decision regarding the proceeds of a federal life insurance policy. The court found that the designation of beneficiaries was valid, awarding the proceeds to the deceased's ex-wife and sons rather than his estate.

Supreme Court: Delaware affidavit law not applicable in federal court

The Supreme Court ruled that Delaware's affidavit of merit law does not apply in federal court for medical malpractice cases. The Court held that Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 8, which requires a 'short and plain statement of the claim,' displaces contrary state pleading rules.

Stokinger v. Armslist, LLC - Personal Jurisdiction in Online Marketplaces

The First Circuit Court of Appeals reviewed a case concerning personal jurisdiction over Armslist, LLC, an online marketplace for firearms. The court affirmed in part and vacated in part the district court's dismissal of claims related to a firearm sale facilitated by the website.

Supreme Court: Reasonable Time Limit Applies to Void Judgment Motions

The Supreme Court ruled that the "reasonable time" limit under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 60(c)(1) applies to motions seeking to vacate void judgments under Rule 60(b)(4). This decision clarifies the procedural requirements for challenging judgments based on alleged defects in service.

Alicea v. Cincinnati Incorporated - Court Opinion

The First Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a district court's summary judgment in favor of Cincinnati Incorporated in a product liability case. The court found a material factual dispute regarding the design defect claim for a laser-cutting system that caused a fatal accident. The ruling allows the estate's design-related claims to proceed.

Supreme Court Rules on Mandatory Victims Restitution Act

The Supreme Court ruled that restitution under the Mandatory Victims Restitution Act (MVRA) constitutes criminal punishment for Ex Post Facto Clause purposes. The Court reversed the Eighth Circuit's decision, holding that the MVRA's restitution provisions are criminal sanctions, not civil remedies.

Supreme Court Rules on Habeas Corpus for Attempted Murder Conviction

The Supreme Court granted summary relief in Klein v. Martin, reversing the Fourth Circuit's decision to award a new trial. The Court found the Fourth Circuit departed from the strict standards governing federal habeas relief under the Antiterrorism and Effective Death Penalty Act of 1996 (AEDPA).

Supreme Court January 2026 Order List

The U.S. Supreme Court issued its January 20, 2026 order list, including grants, denials, and miscellaneous orders. Notably, the Court granted certiorari in Tennessee v. Kennedy, vacating the judgment and remanding with instructions to dismiss the case as moot.

Supreme Court Order List - Certiorari Grants and Denials

The U.S. Supreme Court has issued its order list for January 26, 2026, detailing grants and denials of certiorari, as well as miscellaneous orders in pending cases. This list includes vacating and remanding one case for further consideration and denying a motion for leave to file a petition for a writ of certiorari with an indigency declaration under seal.

Cusick v. DOJ - Affirmation of District Court Dismissal

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's decision dismissing a lawsuit challenging federal firearm prohibitions under 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(1) and § 922(g)(4). The court found the challenge to § 922(g)(1) foreclosed by precedent, and other claims were dismissed based on the initial ruling.

Supreme Court Denies Certiorari

The U.S. Supreme Court denied a petition for a writ of certiorari in the case of Charles Thompson v. Texas. The Court also denied an application for a stay of execution of a death sentence. This action signifies the conclusion of the Supreme Court's review of this specific case.

Pendarvis v. Wilson - Constitutional Rights Case

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals vacated and remanded the case of Pendarvis v. Wilson. The court found that the plaintiff's operative complaint failed to adequately plead Article III standing, impacting a hemp farmer's lawsuit against over 30 South Carolina government officials.