Walker v. JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. - Ohio Court Opinion

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's dismissal of a consumer's claims against JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. The claims included breach of implied contract, unjust enrichment, conversion, breach of fiduciary duty, and constructive fraud, all stemming from a denied credit card application. The court found no reasonable grounds for the appeal.

Adams v. Kline & Kavali Mechanical Contrs., L.L.C. - Employer Intentional Tort

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision granting summary judgment in a case involving an employer intentional tort claim. The court found no evidence to support the appellant's claim that the employer intended to injure the deceased employee.

In re S.P. - Parental Termination and Permanent Custody

The Ohio Court of Appeals affirmed a juvenile court's decision to commit children to permanent custody of the Hamilton County Department of Job and Family Services. The mother failed to remedy issues that led to the children's removal and did not visit them for nearly three years.

People of Michigan v. Julie Ann Zimmerman - Criminal Appeal

The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court judgment against Julie Ann Zimmerman, who was convicted of perjury and sentenced as a third-offense habitual offender. The court found sufficient evidence and rejected claims of ineffective counsel and improper character evidence.

People of Michigan v. Exzavier Lamar Lewis - Criminal Appeal

The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed in part and reversed in part the conviction of Exzavier Lamar Lewis. The court remanded the case for resentencing due to errors in scoring the sentencing guidelines. The decision impacts how criminal sentences are calculated in similar cases.

12five Capital LLC v. Img Marine LLC - Case Reversed and Remanded

The Michigan Court of Appeals reversed and remanded a lower court's decision in 12five Capital LLC v. Img Marine LLC. The appellate court found that the denial of IMG Marine LLC's motion to set aside a default judgment was based on procedural irregularities, specifically the plaintiff's failure to provide notice of the default and request for judgment.

In Re Gould Minors - Termination of Parental Rights Affirmed

The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's termination of parental rights for the minors JG1 and JG2. The decision cited ongoing conditions leading to adjudication and reasonable likelihood of harm if children were returned to the parents, based on substance abuse and neglect.

Detroit v. Silverstein - Affirmation of Lower Court Judgment

The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision in City of Detroit v. Brian Silverstein, ruling that the defendant's right to a speedy trial was not violated. The case involved charges stemming from a 2020 protest arrest.

In Re Robert W. Ashcraft Trust - Appeal of Trustee Fees

The Michigan Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's order denying a petition for attorney fees and costs in the matter of the Robert W. Ashcraft Trust. The appeal stemmed from a dispute over the distribution of trust assets and the removal of a trustee.

Davis v. Baldini - Negligence Claim Appeal

The Michigan Court of Appeals reversed and remanded a trial court's order granting summary disposition in favor of the defendant in a negligence claim for noneconomic damages. The case involves a motor vehicle accident and issues related to insurance policy exclusions.