Adoption of Jazzy - Massachusetts Appeals Court Opinion

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued a non-precedential opinion affirming a lower court's decision to terminate parental rights and approve adoption by the children's maternal aunt and uncle. The parents appealed, arguing the court failed to determine reasonable efforts by the Department of Children and Families, adequately consider guardianship, or order post-decree contact.

Family Behavioral Health Inc. v. 387 Main Street Realty Trust - Appeals Court Opinion

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued a non-precedential opinion affirming a lower court's judgment against 387 Main Street Realty Trust and Raymond Bonneville. The defendants were found liable for breach of contract, interference with business relations, and unfair trade practices. The court found the defendants' arguments regarding sufficiency of evidence were waived.

Corona-Montano v. United States - Alien Transport Sentencing Appeal

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's sentencing enhancement for transporting an unaccompanied minor in the case of Luis Francisco Corona-Montano. The court held that the Sentencing Guidelines do not require scienter for this enhancement, affirming the 71-month sentence.

Malibu and Culver City v. FAA - Standing for NextGen Initiative Challenges

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals dismissed petitions from the Cities of Malibu and Culver City challenging the FAA's NextGen initiative. The court found the cities lacked standing to sue over the 2018 amendments and that challenges to the original 2016 procedures were untimely.

Culver City v. Federal Aviation Administration - Standing to Challenge Air Traffic Procedures

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals dismissed petitions from the Cities of Malibu and Culver City challenging FAA air traffic procedures. The court found the cities lacked standing to sue, as they failed to demonstrate a reasonable probability of injury from the challenged 2018 amendments to the NextGen initiative.

US Sanctions Rwandan Officials for Violating Washington Accords

The United States has sanctioned the Rwandan Defense Force (RDF) and four senior RDF officers for their support of the M23 movement in the DRC, violating the Washington Accords for Peace and Prosperity. This action, taken under Executive Order 13413, demonstrates U.S. resolve to uphold regional stability.

NY Sues Harbourview Realty to Stop Pollution Discharges

New York State agencies have filed a lawsuit against Harbourview Realty LLC to halt alleged illegal pollution discharges into Hempstead Bay. The suit seeks injunctive relief to stop the unpermitted discharges and civil penalties for violations of the Clean Water Act.

State v. Aliff - Probation Revocation Appeal

The Court of Appeals of Kansas affirmed a district court's decision to revoke Allen Dale Aliff's probation and impose his underlying 33-month prison sentence. The appeal was submitted for summary disposition.

People v. Suarez - California Court of Appeal Opinion

The California Court of Appeal affirmed the denial of Jose Alfredo Suarez's petition for resentencing under Penal Code section 1172.6. The court found that Suarez's conviction for second degree murder was based on his determination as the actual killer, thus precluding relief under the statute.

People v. Pipping - Criminal Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District, Division One, affirmed the conviction of Brian Frederick Pipping for second-degree murder and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. The court found no constitutional ineffectiveness of counsel regarding alleged prosecutorial misconduct during closing arguments.