L.B. v. San Diego Unified School District - IDEA Reimbursement

The Ninth Circuit reversed a district court's decision, ruling that a student may be entitled to reimbursement for private special education expenses under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. The court found that the school district's duty to offer a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) was not contingent on parents specifically requesting an 'IEP document' versus an 'IEP meeting'. The case is remanded for further proceedings.

Medical Negligence Lawsuit Dismissed Based on Statute of Repose

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the dismissal of a medical negligence lawsuit against the United States. The court ruled that the claim, filed 18 years after the alleged unauthorized surgery and complications at a VA hospital, was barred by Mississippi's seven-year statute of repose.

Fifth Circuit Court Opinion: Voice of the Experienced v. LeBlanc

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals denied a petition for rehearing en banc in the case of Voice of the Experienced vs. LeBlanc. A dissenting opinion argued the district court twice disobeyed the Prison Litigation Reform Act by failing to make preliminary injunctions permanent within 90 days.

John Rapp v. Naphcare, Inc. - Minor Settlement Approval

The U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington approved a minor settlement in the case of John Rapp v. Naphcare, Inc. The court reviewed stipulated orders, motions, and a settlement guardian ad litem report before entering its order.

John Rapp Estate v. Naphcare, Inc. - Settlement and Dismissal

The District Court for the Western District of Washington has issued a stipulated motion to approve a settlement and dismissal order in the case of John Rapp Estate v. Naphcare, Inc. The case involves multiple plaintiffs and defendants, including Naphcare, Inc. and Kitsap County. The court's order signifies the resolution of the legal dispute.

Leader Capital Corp v. FNEX Capital LLC - Court Order

The U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington issued an order in the case of Leader Capital Corp v. FNEX Capital LLC. The order addresses motions to dismiss filed by both the plaintiff and defendants concerning claims related to a sales agreement for mutual fund products.

AG Blocks SNAP Funding Cut Over Data Privacy

Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell secured a court order blocking the Trump Administration from cutting off SNAP funding to states refusing to share personal data of applicants and recipients. The court found the demand for data and the proposed USDA protocol unlawful due to privacy concerns and potential misuse of sensitive information.

Fix the City Inc. v. City of Los Angeles - Legal Opinion

The California Court of Appeal affirmed a lower court's decision in Fix the City, Inc. v. City of Los Angeles, ruling that a city ordinance allowing mayoral powers during a housing and homelessness emergency is not preempted by state law. The court found no conflict between the City's administrative code and the California Emergency Services Act.

Salley v. Outfront Media - Employment Law Appeal

The California Court of Appeal affirmed a lower court's judgment in favor of Outfront Media, LLC, in a case brought by former employee Robert Shane Salley. Salley appealed the dismissal of claims related to unpaid commissions and meal/rest period violations.

People v. Hill - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal issued a non-precedential opinion in People v. Hill, addressing consolidated appeals from judgments of the Superior Court of San Diego County. The court affirmed in part, reversed in part, and remanded with instructions regarding convictions for murder, assault, and firearm possession by felons.