Executive Assignment of State Attorney in Massingill Case

Florida Governor DeSantis has assigned State Attorney Monique H. Worrell of the Ninth Judicial Circuit to handle the investigation and prosecution of the Christopher C. Massingill case, including a violation of probation and related motions. This assignment is effective immediately and will last for one year, until March 2, 2027.

Executive Assignment for DUI Case Prosecution

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has issued an executive order assigning State Attorney Dennis W. Ward to prosecute a DUI case involving Mario Vanegas Mondragon. This assignment is due to a conflict of interest declared by the original State Attorney for the Eleventh Judicial Circuit. The assignment is effective immediately and lasts for one year.

Florida Governor Assigns Prosecutor, Disqualifies Another

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 26-42, assigning State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle to prosecute a case involving Dai Asia Shaterria Wright due to a conflict of interest with the original prosecutor, Harold F. Pryor. The assignment is effective immediately and lasts for one year.

DeSantis Issues EO 26-39 for Neilinger Investigation

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 26-39, assigning State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle to investigate and prosecute the case of Brian Joseph Neilinger. This assignment is due to a conflict of interest declared by the original State Attorney and is effective for one year.

Executive Order 26-43: State Attorney Assignment for Hyder, Synrex Cases

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 26-43, assigning State Attorney R.J. Larizza of the Seventh Judicial Circuit to investigate and prosecute cases involving Joshua Julius Hyder and Amanda Lee Synrex. This assignment is due to a conflict of interest declared by the original State Attorney for the Fifth Judicial Circuit. The assignment is effective immediately and lasts for one year, with a possibility of extension.

Executive Order Extending State Attorney Assignment for Markeith Loyd Case

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has extended Executive Order 26-45, continuing the assignment of State Attorney William M. Gladson to the Markeith Loyd case for an additional year, until March 16, 2027. This extension is necessary as the case remains pending and the assigned duties are not yet complete.

Executive Assignment for Michael Landon James Case

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has issued an executive order assigning State Attorney Amira D. Fox to investigate and prosecute the case of Michael Landon James, who was arrested for domestic violence. This assignment is due to a conflict of interest within the original prosecuting office and is effective immediately for one year.

Executive Order 26-46: Extension of State Attorney Assignment for Trevoy Williams Case

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 26-46, extending the assignment of the State Attorney for the Eleventh Judicial Circuit to the Trevoy Williams case for an additional year, until March 27, 2027. This extension is necessary as the case remains pending and the assigned State Attorney has not yet completed their duties.

Executive Order 26-49 Extends State Attorney Assignment

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 26-49, extending the assignment of State Attorney Alexcia Cox for one year, until December 13, 2026. This extension is necessary to complete duties related to charges pending against Emmanuel Okwor.

Governor DeSantis Extends State Attorney Assignment

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has extended the executive assignment of State Attorney Alexcia Cox for one year, until January 2, 2027. This extension pertains to her representation of the State of Florida in charges pending against Arseline Pierre, as the case remains ongoing.

Executive Order Extends State Attorney Assignment for Miller Case

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has issued Executive Order 26-50, extending the assignment of State Attorney Ed Brodsky for one year to handle charges against Jonathan Mark Miller. The extension is necessary as the case remains pending and duties are not yet completed.

DeSantis Extends Executive Order 26-51 for State Attorney Assignment

Governor DeSantis has extended Executive Order 26-51, continuing the assignment of State Attorney William M. Gladson for charges pending against DeMorris Hunter. The extension is for one year, through April 3, 2027, as the case remains ongoing.

Florida Governor Extends Attorney Assignment for Dolan Darling Case

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has extended the executive assignment of the State Attorney for the Fifth Judicial Circuit for an additional year, until April 3, 2027. This extension pertains to the ongoing case against Dolan Darling, a.k.a. Sean Hector Smith, as the assigned duties have not yet been completed.

Florida Governor Extends State Attorney Assignment for Huggins Case

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has extended the assignment of State Attorney William M. Gladson for the John S. Huggins case by one year, until April 3, 2027. This extension is necessary as the case is still pending and the assigned duties are not yet complete.

Executive Order 26-52: Extension of State Attorney Assignment

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 26-52, extending the assignment of State Attorney William M. Gladson for one year, until April 3, 2027. This extension is necessary to complete duties related to charges pending against Dane Patrick Abdool.

Executive Order Extending State Attorney Assignment for Kenneth Robert Kelly Case

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 26-55, extending the assignment of a State Attorney for one year, until December 14, 2026, to continue representing the State in charges pending against Kenneth Robert Kelly. This order reaffirms previous assignments and ensures the case can be completed.

United States v. Amador Magallon Guerrero - Court Opinion

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the district court's denial of motions to suppress evidence against Amador Magallon Guerrero. The court found no reversible error in the denial of motions related to alleged violations of the Fifth, Sixth, and Fourth Amendment rights during the investigation and seizure of evidence.

David Sanders v. Laura Plappert - Sixth Circuit Opinion

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals has issued an opinion in the case of David Sanders v. Laura Plappert, with docket number 16-6152. The opinion was decided and filed on March 3, 2026, and is recommended for publication.

Amadou Sy v. Pamela Bondi - Immigration Appeal

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals denied Amadou Sy's petition for review of the Board of Immigration Appeals' decision. The court found substantial evidence supported the rejection of Sy's asylum, withholding of removal, and CAT protection claims due to a lack of credible testimony.

SEC Sanctions Carole Liston for Investor Fund Misuse

The SEC has sanctioned Carole A. Liston for misusing investor funds, raising at least $5.7 million from approximately 200 investors nationwide. The sanctions follow a civil judgment permanently enjoining Liston from future violations of securities laws.

ESMA Report on Costs and Performance of EU Retail Investment Products

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has released its 2025 market report on the costs and performance of EU retail investment products. The report indicates a general decline in ongoing costs, primarily driven by new investment funds entering the market.

Chitwood v. Ascension Health Alliance - FMLA Case

The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's decision in favor of Ascension Health Alliance in a case brought by former employee Elizabeth Chitwood. Chitwood alleged interference with and retaliation for her use of FMLA leave. The court found no evidence to support her claims.

Michael Connor v. Brittany Greene - Criminal Appeal

The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's denial of a federal habeas corpus petition. The petitioner, Michael Connor, sought to overturn his conviction for predatory criminal sexual assault of a child, arguing ineffective assistance of counsel regarding a plea offer. The court found no constitutional error in the denial of post-conviction relief.

State v. Texeira - Certiorari Application Rejected

The Supreme Court of the State of Hawaiʻi has rejected the application for a writ of certiorari filed by Petitioner Kenneth Edward Texeira in State v. Texeira. The application was filed on January 20, 2026, and the order rejecting it was issued on March 3, 2026.

Matthew Reyes v. Peter Taisipic Iriarte - Certiorari Application Rejected

The Supreme Court of the State of Hawai'i has rejected Matthew Reyes' application for a writ of certiorari in the case SCWC-23-0000095. This order signifies the final denial of Reyes' attempt to have the Intermediate Court of Appeals' decision reviewed by the Supreme Court.

Winged Foot Minerals v. SWN Production Company - Oil and Gas Ownership Dispute

The West Virginia Intermediate Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision voiding a 1993 tax deed. The court found that the petitioners, Winged Foot Minerals, LLC and others, did not hold the correct ownership interest in oil and gas rights for a tract of land in Marshall County.

Duvall Espresso IP Enforcement v. Meticulous Home - Patent Infringement Opinion

The US District Court for the District of Delaware issued a memorandum opinion in the patent infringement case Duvall Espresso IP Enforcement, LLC v. Meticulous Home, Inc. The court granted-in-part and denied-in-part the defendants' motion to dismiss the first amended complaint.

Miller v. RxMapper, LLC - Securities Fraud Case

The US District Court for the District of Delaware issued a memorandum opinion in the securities case Miller v. RxMapper, LLC. The plaintiff alleges violations of federal securities laws and common law, including fraud and breach of contract, related to a scheme to undervalue equity units.

Howard Page Jr. v. Family Court Case 25-1546 - Dismissal Order

The U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware dismissed Howard Page Jr.'s pro se complaint against the Family Court of Delaware and other defendants. The court found the complaint failed to state a claim and sought relief from immune defendants.

TELUS v Signature Aviation - Opinion

This document is an opinion for the case TELUS v Signature Aviation, Case 25-1372. The opinion details the investigation into a missing will at Ashworth Manor, involving private investigator Eleanor Vance and various family members and staff. The will was ultimately discovered hidden within a grandfather clock.

New Directions Technology v. Abbott Laboratories - Patent Claims Dismissal Denied

The US District Court for the District of Delaware denied Abbott Laboratories Inc. and Bigfoot Biomedical, Inc.'s motion to dismiss 160 patent claims filed by New Directions Technology Consulting, LLC. The court adopted the Magistrate Judge's recommendation, finding the defendants' arguments regarding claim representativeness to be unpersuasive and conclusory.

Commonwealth v. Elon Silva Duarte - Non-Precedential Opinion

The Massachusetts Appeals Court vacated the judgment against Elon Silva Duarte, finding prejudicial error in the refusal to provide a jury instruction on bad acts. The court cited the defendant's request for a specific instruction on the permissible uses of testimony related to a separate alleged touching.

Baillargeon v. Lennon - Massachusetts Appeals Court Opinion

The Massachusetts Appeals Court affirmed a Superior Court judgment against Mathew Lennon for trespassing and damaging trees on his neighbors' property. The original judgment included $100,000 for tree damage, trebled to $300,000, plus $10,000 for encroachments, totaling $310,000.

Adoption of Mattis - Massachusetts Appeals Court Opinion

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued an opinion in the case of Adoption of Mattis, addressing a mother's appeal regarding the termination of her parental rights. The court affirmed the lower court's decree, finding the mother's argument regarding the Department of Children and Families' reasonable efforts was waived.

Massachusetts Appeals Court non-precedential opinion Adoption of Kolleen

Massachusetts Appeals Court non-precedential opinion Adoption of Kolleen

CT Dept of Banking Administrative Orders Added

The Connecticut Department of Banking has added new administrative orders for CapexMD, LLC, dated February 26, and for Jason A. Goodhue, dated February 20. These orders represent enforcement actions taken by the department.

State AGs Demand GoFundMe Remove Unauthorized Charity Pages

Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell, along with 20 other state attorneys general and charitable regulators, has sent a letter to GoFundMe demanding the removal of unauthorized charity pages. The coalition requires proof of removal within 14 days and greater transparency in fundraising solicitations.

Gray Media v. Comanche County Facilities Authority - Open Records Act Appeal

The Supreme Court of Oklahoma is reviewing an appeal concerning whether a detention center managed by a public trust qualifies as a "law enforcement agency" under the Oklahoma Open Records Act. The case involves a media group's request for video footage.

California Highway Patrol v. Diaz - Employment Dispute

The California Court of Appeal affirmed a lower court's decision to reduce a California Highway Patrol officer's termination to a one-year suspension for falsely claiming overtime. The court found the State Personnel Board did not abuse its discretion in modifying the penalty.

People v. Candler - California Court of Appeal Opinion

The California Court of Appeal affirmed a trial court's denial of Mark Anthony Candler's petition for resentencing under Penal Code section 1172.6. The court found Candler ineligible for relief as a matter of law, upholding his conviction for attempted murder and associated enhancements.

People v. Lopez - Resentencing Petition Denial

The California Court of Appeal affirmed the denial of a petition for resentencing under Penal Code section 1172.6. The court found the defendant ineligible for resentencing as a matter of law based on the record of conviction.

In re M.D. - Juvenile Court Law Appeal

The California Court of Appeal filed an opinion in the case of In re M.D., concerning a juvenile wardship based on forcible oral copulation. The appellant argued insufficient evidence and a potential defense, but the court affirmed the lower court's order. This non-precedential opinion addresses juvenile justice and criminal law.

People v. Godoy - Criminal Sentencing Appeal

The California Court of Appeal affirmed a trial court's decision not to recall and resentence Augustine Brady Godoy. The court reviewed the case under People v. Delgadillo and found no arguable issues, upholding the original sentence for second-degree murder.

People v. Vessels - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Third Appellate District, filed an opinion in the case of People v. Vessels. The court affirmed the judgment of the Butte County Superior Court, upholding the defendant's conviction and sentence for assault with a deadly weapon and battery on a peace officer.

People v. Martinez - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal modified a judgment in the case of People v. Martinez. The court struck a parole revocation restitution fine and corrected fee assessments, while otherwise affirming the conviction for murder and burglary with enhancements.

Brown v. Hall CA3 - Non-Precedential Opinion Affirming Trial Court

The California Court of Appeal, Third Appellate District, filed a non-precedential opinion in Brown v. Hall, affirming trial court decisions. The court found the appellant's briefs deficient and rejected pleas for relief, citing non-compliance with court rules.

Piltan v. Novell - Appeal Dismissed

The California Court of Appeal, Second Appellate District, Division Eight, filed an opinion in Piltan v. Novell on March 2, 2026. The court dismissed the appeal as premature due to a pending cross-complaint, citing California Rules of Court.

Rahman v. Ayoubi - Appeal of Anti-SLAPP Motion Denial

The California Court of Appeal affirmed the denial of an anti-SLAPP motion in Rahman v. Ayoubi. The court found sufficient evidence that the respondent had a probability of prevailing on the merits of his claim, despite a potential misapplication of a legal rule by the trial court. The case involves an appeal from an order denying a special motion to strike.

People v. Rios - California Court of Appeal Opinion

The California Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District, Division Two, issued a non-precedential opinion in the case of People v. Rios. The court affirmed the trial court's decision to deny the defendant's petition for resentencing under Penal Code section 1172.6.

Sisti v. Callahan - Family Law Appeal

The California Court of Appeal affirmed a lower court's order denying a mother's request for an evidentiary hearing to modify child custody and visitation orders. The non-precedential opinion was filed on March 3, 2026.