Attorney Grievance Commission v. Hecht - Attorney Discipline

The Maryland Supreme Court disbarred attorney Spencer Michael Hecht for multiple instances of professional misconduct, including dishonesty, concealment, and misrepresentation. The court applied the Vanderlinde standard, requiring compelling extenuating circumstances for sanctions less than disbarment in cases of intentional dishonesty.

Attorney Grievance Comm'n v. Ross - Indefinite Suspension

The Maryland Supreme Court has ordered the indefinite suspension of attorney Bryan S. Ross from the practice of law in the state. This action follows a joint petition and is a result of violations of Rules 19-308.4(c) and (d) concerning professional conduct.

State v. Houston - Murder Trial Disqualification of State's Attorney

The Maryland Supreme Court reviewed an interlocutory order disqualifying the State's Attorney in a murder trial due to her role as a potential witness. The court held that the disqualification order itself was not immediately appealable under the collateral order doctrine, but an associated firewall order was.

Hertzog v. Francisco - Child Support Appeal

The Pennsylvania Superior Court affirmed a lower court's order dismissing an appeal related to child support obligations. The appellant, Father, failed to appear for multiple hearings, leading to the dismissal of his appeal and ratification of a final child support order.

Com. v. Jordan, J. - Pennsylvania Superior Court Opinion

The Pennsylvania Superior Court issued a non-precedential opinion in the case of Commonwealth of Pennsylvania v. Joshua Jordan. The court affirmed the dismissal of Jordan's second petition filed under the Post Conviction Relief Act, addressing claims of Brady violations and actual innocence.

Com. v. Webster, A. - Criminal Appeal

The Pennsylvania Superior Court has issued a non-precedential decision in the case of Commonwealth of Pennsylvania v. Alexander David Webster. The court affirmed the judgment of sentence imposed on Appellant following his conviction for multiple criminal offenses, including burglary, strangulation, and assault.

Jacobs v. Brown - Appeal of In Forma Pauperis Denial

The Pennsylvania Superior Court affirmed an order denying a pro se appellant's petition to proceed in forma pauperis and dismissing his complaint as frivolous. The court also reminded the trial court prothonotary of their continuing obligations to notify parties of orders and make docket notations.

Washington AG Wins Summary Judgment Protecting Transgender Youth Healthcare

Washington State and 20 other states, along with the District of Columbia, won a summary judgment against a Trump administration attempt to pressure healthcare providers into ending transgender youth healthcare. A federal court ruled that HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. exceeded his statutory authority and failed to follow proper rulemaking procedures.

Artesian Water Company Public Notice for Water Service Application

The Delaware Public Service Commission has issued a public notice regarding an application by Artesian Water Company for water service. This notice informs the public about the application and provides information on how to access related documents and submit comments.

DNR Proposes Incidental Take Authorization for Bridge Project

The Wisconsin DNR is proposing to issue an incidental take authorization for the Osceola Bridge Replacement Project in Polk County. This authorization addresses the potential unintentional taking of rare turtle and fish species, with proposed conservation measures to minimize impacts. The public can submit comments on the proposal.