Vermont Supreme Court - K.P. Adoption Case Opinion

The Vermont Supreme Court issued an opinion in the K.P. adoption case, affirming the denial of petitions to terminate parental rights and permit adoption. The court also upheld the dismissal of an appeal to the civil division for lack of jurisdiction.

In re O.R.G. - Parental Rights Termination and Adoption

The Vermont Supreme Court reversed a lower court's decision, ruling that a grandmother may be permitted to serve parental rights termination and adoption petitions by publication. The case, In re O.R.G., addresses the availability of service by publication when parents cannot be located.

Echeverria v. Town of Tunbridge - Public Trail Maintenance Authority

The Vermont Supreme Court ruled that the Town of Tunbridge has the authority to maintain public trails crossing private property. The court affirmed a lower court decision, concluding that these trails are public rights-of-way under state statutes, allowing the town to ensure public access.

Billy Johnson v. Blackhawk Mining - Workers' Compensation Appeal

The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals is reviewing a decision concerning Billy Johnson's workers' compensation claim against Blackhawk Mining. The appeal challenges the denial of temporary total disability benefits and the exclusion of a cervical strain as a compensable condition.

ACNR Resources v. Miller - Workers' Comp Appeal Decision

The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals affirmed a decision granting Ronald Miller 8.25% permanent partial disability for occupational hearing loss. The court found that the employer, ACNR Resources, Inc., failed to demonstrate reversible error in the Intermediate Court of Appeals' affirmation of the Board of Review's decision.

Conley v. Logan County Board of Education - Workers' Compensation Appeal

The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals affirmed a decision rejecting a workers' compensation claim. The claimant, a physical education teacher, appealed after her claim for hip and back pain sustained while leading kindergarteners in dancing was denied. The court found no reversible error in the lower courts' decisions.

Parental Rights Termination Appeal Affirmed

The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's order terminating a mother's parental rights. The mother appealed, arguing the court erred by refusing to continue a hearing when neither she nor her attorney were present. The court found no error in the lower court's decision.

Devon Woodward Appeal - Supervised Release Revocation

The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals issued a memorandum decision affirming a lower court's order revoking Devon Woodward's supervised release. Woodward appealed, arguing his sentence was disproportionate, but the court found no substantial legal question or prejudicial error.

Public Health Alert for Misbranded Beef Jerky Products

The USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for ready-to-eat beef jerky products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens. The affected products were produced by a firm that is not subject to FSIS inspection, raising concerns about potential contamination and allergen exposure.

Supreme Court of Virginia Opinions and Published Orders

The Supreme Court of Virginia has published new opinions and published orders, including decisions on arbitration awards, sovereign immunity claims, and public utility certificate approvals. These documents provide guidance on legal standards and affirm or remand lower court decisions.