Castaner v. State of Wyoming - Sentencing Appeal

The Wyoming Supreme Court affirmed a district court's sentence for a juvenile convicted of second-degree murder. The appellant argued the sentence violated constitutional prohibitions against cruel or unusual punishment, but the court found it was within statutory limits.

Allen v. Allen - Marital Property Division Appeal

The Wyoming Supreme Court affirmed a district court's decision in the divorce case of Allen v. Allen. The appellant husband appealed the division of marital property and an equalization payment of $850,000, but the court found no abuse of discretion.

Baier v. State of Wyoming - Restitution Award Appeal

The Wyoming Supreme Court affirmed a restitution award of $92,722.79 against Kylea Rae Baier. Baier appealed, arguing that certain credit card charges should be excluded from the award because the victim received a benefit. The court found no abuse of discretion in the district court's decision.

Office of Lawyer Regulation v. Bryant H. Klos - Disciplinary Action

The Wisconsin Supreme Court released an opinion in the case of Office of Lawyer Regulation v. Bryant H. Klos on January 9, 2026. This case involves disciplinary action against a legal professional. The full opinion is available in PDF format.

State v. Michael Joseph Gasper - Criminal Opinion

The Wisconsin Supreme Court released its opinion in State v. Michael Joseph Gasper on January 14, 2026. This is a published opinion, meaning it is the final version and will appear in the official reports.

State v. Andreas W. Rauch Sharak - Criminal Opinion

The Wisconsin Supreme Court released its opinion in State v. Andreas W. Rauch Sharak on February 24, 2026. The case number is 2024AP000469-CR. The opinion is available in PDF format and is subject to further editing before appearing in the official bound reports.

State v. J. D. B. - Criminal Opinion

The Wisconsin Supreme Court released its opinion in State v. J. D. B. on February 25, 2026. The case number is 2023AP000715-CR. This is a published opinion, and the final version will appear in the official reports.

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.

Judicial Ethics Advisory Committee Opinions on Judicial Conduct

The Judicial Ethics Advisory Committee (JEAC) of the Supreme Court of Virginia has issued advisory opinions regarding judicial conduct. These opinions clarify compliance with the Canons of Judicial Conduct for judges and individuals subject to these canons.

Naji Dyall v. Walton County Officer Guard West - Dismissal Order

The U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Georgia dismissed the case Naji Dyall v. Walton County Officer Guard West without prejudice. The dismissal was due to the plaintiff's failure to comply with court orders regarding the filing of a motion to proceed in forma pauperis and to respond to a show cause order.

Tractor Supply Co. v. Coblentz - Statutory Employer Liability

The Tennessee Supreme Court ruled that a retail store purchaser of products is not a statutory employer of a product vendor's injured employee under state workers' compensation statutes. The court clarified that a vendor-vendee relationship, even with ancillary delivery services, does not fall under the "subcontractor" definition for "statutory employer" liability.

Tennessee Jurisdiction for Arbitration Award Confirmation

The Tennessee Supreme Court ruled that Tennessee courts lack subject matter jurisdiction to confirm an arbitration award if the parties agreed that arbitration would occur in another state. This decision vacates lower court judgments and dismisses the petition to confirm the award.

Workers' Comp Review and Aggravation Injury Compensability Clarified

The Supreme Court of Tennessee clarified the standard of review for factual findings in workers' compensation cases and the criteria for compensability of aggravation injuries. The court held that the standard of review is de novo on the record unless the preponderance of the evidence shows otherwise, and aggravation injuries do not require proof of permanent worsening to be compensable.

Ashworth v. Pendelton - Inheritance Dispute

This document details a fictional court case concerning a dispute over an inheritance. The will of Lord Ashworth bequeaths his fortune to his cat, Whiskers, and a diamond to the solver of a riddle. The case explores the legalities of such bequests and the interpretation of a will's conditions.

Supreme Court Rules on Quarry Zoning Resolution

The Tennessee Supreme Court ruled that Grundy County enacted a resolution regulating quarry locations without following statutory zoning procedures. The court reversed a lower court decision, finding the resolution to be an invalid zoning ordinance. This decision impacts local government authority in land use regulation.

State of Oregon v. Worsham - Reconsideration of Supreme Court Opinion

The Oregon Supreme Court granted reconsideration in State v. Worsham, modifying its prior opinion. The court reversed the Court of Appeals' decision and remanded the case for further proceedings, specifically to address a second assignment of error that had not been previously considered.

State v. Ribas - Oregon Supreme Court Affirmance

The Oregon Supreme Court affirmed the decision of the Court of Appeals and the judgment of the circuit court in the case of State v. Ribas. The case was argued in September 2025 and the decision was issued on January 29, 2026.

State of Oregon v. Allen Rex Roberts - Mandamus Case

The Oregon Supreme Court dismissed the alternative writ of mandamus in State of Oregon v. Allen Rex Roberts (SC S071661). The case originated from a Multnomah County Circuit Court order and involved arguments from various legal parties and amici curiae.

State v. Fletes - Petition for Writ of Mandamus Denied

The Oregon Supreme Court denied a petition for a writ of mandamus filed by the State of Oregon against Dominic Fletes. The court's decision was issued on February 5, 2026, with one justice dissenting.

State v. Bonnell - Fourth Amendment Facebook Search

The Minnesota Supreme Court affirmed a conviction, ruling that a sender has no reasonable expectation of privacy in electronic messages stored on a recipient's device. The court also found that while law enforcement's search of the appellant's Facebook accounts lacked temporal limitations, the error was harmless beyond a reasonable doubt.

State v. Nicholas Firkus - First-Degree Murder Conviction Affirmed

The Minnesota Supreme Court affirmed the first-degree murder conviction of Nicholas James Firkus. The court found sufficient circumstantial evidence to support the conviction and that the district court applied the correct standard when considering motions for judgment of acquittal.

Nebraska Supreme Court Opinion

The Nebraska Supreme Court has filed an opinion on March 2nd, 2026. This document represents a judicial decision and is now publicly available through the Nebraska Supreme Court Online Library.

State v. Liech - Criminal Appeal

The Nebraska Supreme Court has issued an opinion in the case of State v. Liech. This document represents the court's final decision on the matter, which likely pertains to a criminal appeal. The opinion is now publicly available through the Nebraska Supreme Court Online Library.

State v Dale - Nebraska Supreme Court Opinion

The Nebraska Supreme Court has issued an opinion in the case of State v. Dale. This document represents a final judicial decision on the matter, adding to the body of case law.

Nebraska Supreme Court Opinion on Estate of Meyers

The Nebraska Supreme Court has issued an opinion regarding the Estate of Meyers. This document is a published court opinion, indicating a final decision on a legal matter within the state's judicial system.

Nebraska Supreme Court Opinion

The Nebraska Supreme Court has filed an opinion document on March 2, 2026. This document is part of the court's online library and represents a final judicial decision.

Maine Court Decision on Justice Catherine R. Connors Conduct

The Maine Supreme Judicial Court issued a decision regarding disciplinary action against Associate Justice Catherine R. Connors. The court established procedures for hearing such matters and a panel was selected to decide the case based on a joint statement of facts and oral arguments.

H.A.T., LLC v. Greenleaf Apartments, LLC - Contract Dispute

The Maine Supreme Judicial Court affirmed a judgment against H.A.T., LLC in its contract dispute with Greenleaf Apartments, LLC. The court found H.A.T. breached its contract and was not entitled to insurance proceeds, upholding the lower court's decision.

In re Child of Danielle H. - Parental Rights Termination Appeal

The Maine Supreme Judicial Court affirmed a District Court's judgment terminating Danielle H.'s parental rights to her child. The court found sufficient evidence of parental unfitness and that termination was in the child's best interest, despite concerns about the guardian ad litem's performance.

State v. Coffill III - Eluding Officer and Reckless Conduct Appeal

The Maine Supreme Judicial Court affirmed a conviction for eluding an officer and reckless conduct with a dangerous weapon. The defendant appealed, arguing the grand jury lacked jurisdiction and the evidence was insufficient. The court found both contentions lacked merit.

State of Maine v. Keith Merchant - Sentence Appeal

The Maine Supreme Judicial Court vacated Keith Merchant's sentence for multiple sexual assault charges. The court found errors in the sentencing analysis and remanded the case for resentencing. The decision addresses constitutional rights against double jeopardy and proper sentencing procedures.

Northwest Bank & Trust Company v. Pershing Hill Lofts, LLC - Contract Claim

The Iowa Supreme Court affirmed a district court judgment in favor of a developer (Pershing Hill Lofts, LLC) against a bank (Northwest Bank & Trust Company) on a breach of contract claim. The court vacated a prior court of appeals decision and affirmed the district court's summary judgment ruling, finding the financing proposal was either an unenforceable agreement to agree or had terminated.

State of Iowa v. Rodney Dee Brown - Criminal Conviction Affirmance

The Iowa Supreme Court affirmed the conviction of Rodney Dee Brown for attempting to entice a minor. The court found sufficient evidence and upheld the jury instructions, affirming the decisions of the lower courts. This ruling addresses challenges to the conviction based on jury instructions and evidence sufficiency.

Cody Lee Smith v. State of Iowa - Postconviction Relief

The Iowa Supreme Court vacated a court of appeals decision and reversed a district court judgment, remanding a postconviction relief case. The court found that the inmate's application for postconviction relief should not have been dismissed without notice and an opportunity to respond, even though the State moved for summary disposition.

Estate wrongful-death action appeal affirmed by Supreme Court

The Iowa Supreme Court affirmed a district court's dismissal of a wrongful-death action. The court ruled that the estate's claims were barred by the two-year statute of limitations, which was determined to begin at the time the injury was known, not at the date of death.

Iowa Supreme Court affirms conviction for threat of terrorism

The Iowa Supreme Court affirmed a conviction for threat of terrorism. The court found that the defendant's statements, made after her children were removed from her care, constituted a threat of terrorism under state law, despite the absence of an immediate firearm. The conviction was upheld.

Valley Isle Motors v. La Costa - Appeal of Judgment

The Intermediate Court of Appeals of the State of Hawaii vacated the judgment in Valley Isle Motors, Ltd. v. P. Denise La Costa and remanded the case for entry of an amended judgment. The court reviewed the appellant's points of error regarding damages, warranty coverage, and attorney fees.

Frost v. Association of Apartment Owners - Civil Appeal

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals affirmed two lower court judgments in favor of the Association of Apartment Owners (AOAO) in the case of Frost v. Association. The appeal concerned summary judgments granted to the AOAO regarding waterproofing assessments and alleged breaches of contract and fiduciary duty.

Deangelo v. State of Hawaii - Murder and Arson Conviction Vacated

The Intermediate Court of Appeals of Hawaii vacated and remanded the conviction of Scott David Deangelo for murder and arson. The court found that prosecutorial misconduct occurred during the trial, potentially impacting the fairness of the proceedings. The case involves criminal convictions and appellate review.

State v. Kauhola - Appeal Dismissal Order

The Intermediate Court of Appeals of the State of Hawai'i has approved a stipulation to dismiss the appeal in State of Hawai'i v. Ainsley Anthony Apuakehau Kauhola. The dismissal is with prejudice, and no attorneys' fees or costs are outstanding.

Supreme Court Denies Petition in Na Aikane O Maui Case

The Supreme Court of the State of Hawaiʻi denied a petition for a writ of mandamus or alternate relief in the case of Na Aikane O Maui et al. v. Intermediate Court of Appeals et al. The court found that petitioners have alternative remedies through normal appellate procedures.

Alaska Appellate Court Opinions Publication Schedule

The Alaska Court System has updated its website to provide information on the publication schedule for its appellate court opinions. Decisions are published weekly in PDF format, with specific days and times for different types of opinions and orders.

Alaska Court of Appeals and Supreme Court Opinions

This notice describes the Alaska Case Law Service, which provides access to opinions from the Alaska Supreme Court and Alaska Court of Appeals dating back to 1960. The service allows users to search opinions by various criteria, including word, citation, party name, and decision date.

California AG Sues Live Nation/Ticketmaster for Anticompetitive Practices

California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced a lawsuit against Live Nation and Ticketmaster for alleged anticompetitive practices. The lawsuit, filed in conjunction with the DOJ and 30 other states, seeks to restore competition in the live entertainment industry and secure financial compensation for affected fans.