State v. Perry - Robbery Conviction Appeal

The North Carolina Supreme Court reversed a Court of Appeals decision that had overturned a robbery conviction. The Supreme Court found that the State presented sufficient evidence to survive a motion to dismiss, allowing the charge to proceed to the jury. This decision impacts how evidence sufficiency is evaluated in robbery cases within the state.

NC Supreme Court Upholds Class Certification for Builder Fee Refunds

The North Carolina Supreme Court has upheld a lower court's decision to certify a class of home builders in a lawsuit against the City of Raleigh. The builders allege the city unlawfully required them to pay Capital Facilities Fees as a condition of development and are seeking refunds. The court affirmed that the case can proceed as a class action, regardless of whether some builders passed the costs to purchasers.

Talley v. Earth Fare 2020, Inc. - Unjust Enrichment Award Affirmation

The North Carolina Supreme Court affirmed a Business Court order denying cross motions for judgment notwithstanding the verdict in a case involving claims for breach of contract, unjust enrichment, and violation of the Wage and Hour Act. The court's per curiam affirmance indicated the case was highly fact-bound and involved settled law.

Warren v. Cielo Ventures, Inc. - Contractual Limitation Period

The North Carolina Supreme Court reversed a Court of Appeals decision, reinstating a trial court's order granting summary judgment to Cielo Ventures, Inc. The ruling upholds a one-year contractual limitation period for claims arising from a service agreement, impacting consumers who file claims outside this period.

Jay v. Jay - Domestic Violence Order Affirmation

The North Carolina Supreme Court affirmed a lower court's domestic violence protective order in the case of Jay v. Jay. The court found that the trial court's fact-finding, which incorporated a written statement by the plaintiff, complied with procedural rules.

Sprugeon v. Mason - Pennsylvania Supreme Court Opinion

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court issued a unanimous opinion in Sprugeon v. Mason, quashing the notice of appeal and dismissing the application for leave to file nunc pro tunc. The court cited Pa.R.A.P. 910(a)(5) regarding the scope of questions considered on appeal.

Keeling v. Fagan - Notice of Appeal Quashed

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has issued a unanimous opinion in Keeling v. Fagan, quashing the Notice of Appeal. The court cited Pennsylvania Rule of Appellate Procedure 341(b) regarding final orders as the basis for its decision.

NY DEC Awards Grants for Hudson River Water Quality Projects

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has awarded $964,468 in grants to 14 projects focused on protecting water quality and enhancing environmental education along the Hudson River Estuary. The funding, part of the Hudson River Estuary Grants Program, will support local stewardship planning and initiatives in communities, with a significant portion directed towards disadvantaged areas.

DEC Closes Seasonal Access Roads Due to Mud Season

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has closed seasonal access roads and associated gates in Regions 5 and 6 due to 'mud season' conditions caused by the spring thaw. These closures are effective immediately and aim to prevent damage to roads from motor vehicle use, with reopening contingent upon drying and maintenance.

Lake Champlain Fisheries Public Meeting Announced

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced a public meeting on March 28, 2026, regarding the State of Lake Champlain Fisheries. The meeting, hosted with partners from Vermont and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, will provide updates on fisheries status, restoration efforts, and invasive species.