Kapitus Servicing Inc. v Suburban Waste Servs Inc - Court Opinion

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York affirmed the denial of summary judgment motions in Kapitus Servicing, Inc. v. Suburban Waste Servs., Inc. The court found issues of fact regarding whether certain agreements constitute loans or a sale of receivables, differing from the lower court's reasoning.

DeWolf v McDonald - Administrative Law Case

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York decided the case of DeWolf v McDonald on February 26, 2026. The case involves an emergency medical technician (EMT) challenging the revocation of his certification and a $26,000 fine after charges of endangering patient lives. The court reviewed multiple appeals related to the dismissal of the EMT's petition and the final determination by the Commissioner of Health.

Board of Managers of 45 E. 22nd St. Condominium v. 45 E. 22nd St. Prop. LLC

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York affirmed a lower court's order regarding a dispute over condominium sales proceeds. The court denied motions to dismiss claims of fraudulent inducement and fraudulent conveyance against certain defendants.

City of Roswell v. Lucero - Driving with Suspended License Appeal

The New Mexico Court of Appeals issued an opinion in City of Roswell v. Lucero, addressing an appeal of a conviction for driving with a suspended license. The court considered arguments regarding sufficiency of evidence and the authority of the Motor Vehicle Division to suspend the license.

State v. Crawford - New Mexico Court of Appeals Opinion

The New Mexico Court of Appeals issued an opinion in State v. Crawford, vacating one conviction for shooting from a motor vehicle due to double jeopardy. The court affirmed convictions for attempted murder, aggravated assault on a peace officer, and aggravated fleeing a law enforcement officer.

Dilley v. New Mexico Corr. Dep't - Civil Rights Act Appeal

The New Mexico Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's dismissal of a civil rights complaint. The plaintiff alleged failures in ensuring restitution orders were entered before a defendant's release. The court's decision is based on a prior Supreme Court ruling.

State v. Owen - Probation Revocation Appeal

The New Mexico Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's decision to revoke probation for Celestino J. Owen. The court found no possibility for reversal based on the defendant's arguments regarding insufficient evidence for aggravated driving while intoxicated and lack of notice of probation terms.

Mottola v. Triad Nat'l Sec., LLC - Employment Dispute

The New Mexico Court of Appeals issued a memorandum opinion in Mottola v. Triad Nat'l Sec., LLC, affirming a lower court's decision to uphold an arbitration award. The case involved an employment dispute concerning termination allegedly due to age or retaliation for union activities.

State of New Jersey v. A.U.B. - Criminal Coercion Plea Withdrawal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed the denial of a motion to vacate a guilty plea for criminal coercion. The defendant's appeal argued the trial court erred in applying the Slater factors for withdrawing a guilty plea.

AA Glass Industries, LLC v. Seaside Ocean Terrace, LLC - Contract Dispute

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a lower court's decision in a contractor dispute between AA Glass Industries, LLC and Solar Innovations, Inc. The court upheld the award of $40,235.18 plus finance charges and counsel fees to Solar Innovations, Inc.

Dorothy Guo v. Zoning Board of Adjustment - Land Use Appeal

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division affirmed a lower court's decision in favor of the Zoning Board of Adjustment and the Hegde defendants. The case involved an appeal concerning a development application with variances for a single-family home in Millburn Township.

Keith Loftus v. Teresa Loftus - Family Law Appeal

The New Jersey Superior Court affirmed a Family Part order enforcing a $14,200 court-imposed sanction against the defendant, Teresa Loftus. The sanction temporarily reduces the plaintiff's permanent alimony obligation until paid.

Marc Celler v. 1017 Park Avenue, LLC - Court Opinion

The New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division issued an opinion in Marc Celler v. 1017 Park Avenue, LLC. The court affirmed the denial of summary judgment and reconsideration motions but vacated a no cause verdict and remanded for a new trial on claims of breach of contract and violations of the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act related to rent overcharges.

Moore v. Primadonna Co., LLC - Premises Liability Appeal

The Nevada Court of Appeals reviewed a personal injury case, Moore v. Primadonna Co., LLC. The court reversed in part and affirmed in part a district court's summary judgment order, remanding the case for further proceedings based on the application of the mode-of-operation approach to premises liability.

Bernstein v. Morris - Legal Malpractice Standing

The Nevada Court of Appeals reversed a district court's dismissal of a legal malpractice complaint. The court held that an intended third-party beneficiary to a trust may have standing to sue the settlor's attorney for negligence in preparing trust documents. The case was remanded for further proceedings.

Court of Appeals of Nevada - Guardianship of Minors Case

The Court of Appeals of Nevada vacated and remanded a district court order terminating a guardianship of minor children. The court held that guardians are entitled to notice and an opportunity to be heard before a guardianship can be sua sponte terminated.

Hall v. Warden - Criminal Case Opinion

The Court of Appeals of Nevada issued an opinion in Hall v. Warden (Docket No. 90152-COA) on December 23, 2025. The court addressed whether recent legislative changes to NRS Chapter 34 operate as a mandatory procedural bar for postconviction habeas corpus petitions challenging the computation of time served.

Joseph Austin v. State - Criminal Case Opinion

The Nevada Court of Appeals affirmed a conviction for home invasion, ruling that an attached garage constitutes a 'dwelling' under state law. The court clarified the definition of a dwelling for the purposes of the home invasion statute, impacting how property crimes are prosecuted in the state.

Missouri v. James Guthrie - Opinion Vacated and Remanded

The Missouri Court of Appeals vacated and remanded a conviction against James Guthrie. The court found insufficient evidence to support the conviction for statutory rape against Victim 2 on Count IV, specifically regarding the victim's age at the time of the offense. The case is remanded with instructions.

David J. Harris v. Missouri Secretary of State - Court Opinion

The Missouri Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision finding that David J. Harris lacked standing to challenge the Missouri Secretary of State's closure of an investigation into a complaint Harris filed. The court determined that taxpayers do not have a private right of action under Section 115.646.

City of Creve Coeur v. DirecTV - VSPA Fees Appeal

The Missouri Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's summary judgment in favor of DirecTV and other video service providers. The city of Creve Coeur had appealed the ruling regarding Video Service Provider Act (VSPA) fees. The appellate court denied a motion for amicus curiae briefs from Netflix and Hulu.

In Re R.K.N. - Minor Child Appeal Dismissed

The Missouri Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal in the case of In Re the Matter of R.K.N., a minor child. The dismissal was due to the appellant's failure to substantially comply with briefing requirements under Rule 84.04. The case involved modification of prior child custody and support orders.

Jacquille Graves v. State of Mississippi - Criminal Appeal

The Court of Appeals of Mississippi affirmed the conviction of Jacquille Graves for first-degree murder. The appeal centered on whether the trial court erred by failing to conduct a competency hearing. The court found no error in the trial court's proceedings.

Demarcus Wooten v. State of Mississippi - Criminal Appeal

The Court of Appeals of Mississippi affirmed the conviction of Demarcus Wooten for manslaughter. The court found no error in the circuit court's evidentiary decisions or jury instructions. The Tate County is taxed with the costs of the appeal.

Darren Clark v. State of Mississippi - Criminal Appeal

The Mississippi Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Darren Clark for armed robbery. The court ruled that the indictment was not legally defective for failing to name the specific store employee robbed, as it named the establishment and alleged the robbery occurred from its staff. Hinds County was taxed with the costs of the appeal.

James Carroll v. State of Mississippi - Criminal Appeal

The Court of Appeals of Mississippi affirmed the conviction of James Carroll for two counts of child exploitation. The court denied his motion for judgment notwithstanding the verdict or a new trial, upholding the consecutive forty-year sentences.

HHS OIG: Colorado Medicaid Improper Payments for ABA Services

The HHS Office of Inspector General (OIG) found that Colorado made at least $77.8 million in improper fee-for-service Medicaid payments for Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services provided to children in 2022 and 2023. The OIG recommended Colorado refund $42.6 million to the Federal Government and improve guidance for ABA providers.

People of Michigan v. Robbie Deshawn Taylor - Affirmation of Lower Court Judgment

The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's judgment in the case of People of Michigan v. Robbie Deshawn Taylor. The defendant was convicted of first-degree premeditated murder and two counts of assault with intent to commit murder following a second trial. This decision comes after the appellate court denied the defendant's initial application and was ordered by the Supreme Court to consider the appeal of the order denying his motion for relief from judgment.

Caleb Mitchell Brown v. Comstock Turf Inc - Opinion Vacated and Remanded

The Michigan Court of Appeals vacated a trial court judgment of $9,512,590.35 against Comstock Turf Inc. and remanded the case with an order to enter judgment in favor of the defendants. The court's decision means the original judgment is no longer valid.

Thomas King v McLaren Health Corporation - Case Vacated and Remanded

The Michigan Court of Appeals vacated and remanded the case of Thomas King v. McLaren Health Corporation. This action follows a Supreme Court order for reconsideration in light of a new precedent, potentially impacting the application of employment contract limitations periods.

People of Michigan v. Vertese Steven Woods - Criminal Appeal

The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's judgment and sentence for Vertese Steven Woods, who was convicted of multiple felonies including involuntary manslaughter and fleeing and eluding. The court found the sentence, which included an upward departure from guidelines, to be proportionate.

Commonwealth v. Owen R. Broadhurst - Non-Precedential Opinion

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued a non-precedential opinion in Commonwealth v. Owen R. Broadhurst. The case involves an appeal of 2018 convictions for OUI and negligent operation, with subsequent actions related to a prior OUI case affected by Commonwealth v. Hallinan.

Commonwealth v. Shannon Bennett - Criminal Threat Case

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued an opinion in Commonwealth v. Shannon Bennett, concerning a conviction for threatening to commit a crime. The court acknowledged an instructional error regarding First Amendment rights, requiring a vacatur of the conviction.

Sullivan v. Flanagan - Opinion Affirming Protective Order

The Kentucky Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision to grant an Interpersonal Protective Order (IPO) against Dawn Sullivan based on stalking allegations. The opinion was issued on February 27, 2026, under docket number 2025-CA-1247.

State v. Wilkins - Idaho Court of Appeals Opinion

The Idaho Court of Appeals vacated a judgment of conviction for unlawful possession of a firearm against Robert Emanuel Wilkins, Jr. The court found that the impoundment and inventory search of the vehicle, which led to the discovery of the firearm, were unlawful.

Dimanione Lovelace v. State of Indiana - Criminal Appeal

The Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Dimanione Lovelace for felony murder and conspiracy to commit robbery. The court found no error in the trial court's decisions regarding venue, sufficiency of evidence for a firearm enhancement, sentencing discretion, or the appropriateness of the sentence.

Ryan Matthew Gluys v. State of Indiana - Criminal Appeal

The Indiana Court of Appeals reversed and remanded Ryan Matthew Gluys's conviction for invasion of privacy. The court found that while Gluys was properly removed from a pretrial diversion program, his conviction was based on the wrong statutory interpretation of harassment under a protective order.

Rodregus Morgan v. State of Indiana - Criminal Appeal

The Indiana Court of Appeals reversed and remanded the conviction of Rodregus Morgan for murder. The court found that the trial court erred in limiting the testimony presented regarding prior threats and abuse, which may have impacted the jury's verdict. The case will be reconsidered.

Stokes v. State of Indiana - Criminal Appeal

The Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Isaiah Jerone Stokes in docket number 25A-CR-00531. The court's disposition indicates no changes to the lower court's ruling.

Krista B Gue v. Triple E Property Management, LLC - Legal Opinion

The Indiana Court of Appeals issued a legal opinion in Krista B. Gue v. Triple E Property Management, LLC. The court affirmed in part, reversed in part, and remanded the case concerning vicarious liability for an employee's actions and claims of negligent hiring, retention, and supervision.

State v. Deangelo - Intermediate Court of Appeals Opinion

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals issued a memorandum opinion in State v. Deangelo, concerning a conviction for Murder in the Second Degree and Arson in the First Degree. The court vacated the conviction and remanded the case.

State v. Kauhola - Appeal Dismissal

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals has approved a stipulation to dismiss the appeal in State v. Kauhola. The dismissal is with prejudice, as per the parties' agreement and compliance with Hawaii Rules of Appellate Procedure.

Narvaez v. Rojas - Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals Opinion

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals issued an opinion in Narvaez v. Rojas, addressing an award of attorney's fees. The court affirmed the district court's judgment regarding attorney's fees, totaling $26,570.19, after a prior order was vacated.

Walley Isle Motors v. La Costa - Appeal of Service Dispute

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals vacated a lower court's judgment in a dispute between Walley Isle Motors and P. Denise La Costa. The court remanded the case for entry of an amended judgment, indicating a modification of the original ruling.

Quinton Earl Settles v. State of Arkansas - Criminal Appeal

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Quinton Earl Settles for first-degree domestic battery. The court also addressed his appeal concerning charges of witness tampering and violation of a no-contact order, ultimately affirming his conviction.

Ronnie Tucker v. State of Arkansas - Drug Court Termination Appeal

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed the termination of Ronnie Tucker's participation in the Saline County Drug Court program. Tucker appealed the decision, arguing improper revocation and the judge's failure to recuse. The court found no error in the termination.

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

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed the termination of parental rights for Christopher and Destiny Weatherly. The court granted the motions to withdraw filed by the parents' counsel, finding no issues of arguable merit on appeal.

Christopher Cole v. State of Arkansas - Probation Revocation Appeal

The Arkansas Court of Appeals reviewed a probation revocation case involving Christopher Cole. The court affirmed in part and reversed and dismissed in part the lower court's decision to revoke Cole's probation and sentence him to three years imprisonment.

Dylan Hise v. Arkansas Dept. Human Services - Termination of Parental Rights

The Arkansas Court of Appeals affirmed the termination of Dylan Hise's parental rights to his minor child. The court found sufficient statutory grounds and that termination was in the child's best interest, upholding the lower court's decision.

In Re: Mh - Arizona Court of Appeals Non-Precedential Opinion

The Arizona Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal in the case In Re: Mh 2024-008892. The court found the appeal moot, meaning the issue was no longer a live controversy. This is a non-precedential opinion.