United States v. Claibon Burrus - Court Opinion

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the district court's denial of Claibon Burrus's motion to vacate and motions to suppress. Burrus was sentenced to 260 months for drug and firearm offenses. The court found probable cause for search warrants related to an investigation into a drug overdose death.

Dylan Rose v. Berkeley Compute, Inc. - Advancement of Legal Fees

The Delaware Court of Chancery issued a Magistrate's Report and Recommendation regarding cross-motions for summary judgment in an advancement action. The court granted both motions in part and denied them in part concerning the plaintiff's entitlement to advancement of legal fees for defending a California lawsuit.

ESMA Actions to Simplify Retail Investor Journey

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has published actions to simplify the retail investor journey and improve accessibility to investment opportunities. These actions stem from a Call for Evidence and focus on streamlining disclosures, reducing complexity in suitability assessments, and simplifying sustainability preference requirements under MiFID II.

M. Kakanilua v. Director - Supreme Court Accepts Certiorari

The Supreme Court of the State of Hawai'i has accepted a writ of certiorari for the case M. Kakanilua v. Director of the Department of Public Works, County of Maui. The court has limited the question on review to question 3 of the petitioners' application and will not hear oral arguments.

State v. Hiapo - Supreme Court Rejects Certiorari Application

The Supreme Court of the State of Hawaiʻi has rejected the application for a writ of certiorari filed by Kaiimi Skip Hiapo in the case of State of Hawaiʻi v. Kaiimi Skip Hiapo. This decision means the Intermediate Court of Appeals' ruling will stand, and the case will not be heard by the Supreme Court.

Sierra Club v. Board of Land and Natural Resources - Certiorari Accepted

The Supreme Court of the State of Hawaiʻi has accepted a writ of certiorari for the case Sierra Club v. Board of Land and Natural Resources. The court will schedule oral arguments for the appeal, which concerns a land and natural resources matter.

Christopher Raddant v. Douglas County, Wisconsin - Court Opinion

The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals has issued an opinion in the case of Christopher Raddant v. Douglas County, Wisconsin. The docket number for this case is 24-3293. This is a standard court filing.

Edelman Financial Engines v. Prime Capital Investment Advisors - Injunctive Relief Opinion

The U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware issued a memorandum opinion in Edelman Financial Engines v. Prime Capital Investment Advisors. The court granted partial injunctive relief concerning two former Edelman employees who joined Prime Capital, to enforce non-solicitation and confidentiality provisions.

Commonwealth v. Gerald Bowens - Massachusetts Appeals Court Opinion

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued a non-precedential memorandum and order in Commonwealth v. Gerald Bowens, concerning the admissibility of graphic video evidence in a manslaughter trial. The court affirmed the conviction, finding the evidence had probative value despite its inflammatory nature.

Commonwealth v. David Antonetty-Almestica - Massachusetts Appeals Court Opinion

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued a non-precedential opinion in Commonwealth v. David Antonetty-Almestica, affirming the defendant's convictions for second-degree murder, witness intimidation, and assault and battery by means of a dangerous weapon. The court denied the defendant's motion for a new trial, finding no ineffective assistance of counsel or substantial risk of a miscarriage of justice.