Wallace v. Wallace Supreme Court of Alabama opinion March 6

Wallace v. Wallace Supreme Court of Alabama opinion March 6

Supreme Court of Alabama - Church Dispute Opinion

The Supreme Court of Alabama issued a legal opinion in the case of In re United Methodist Church Westview Heights, Inc. v. Alabama-West Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church, Inc. The opinion, docketed as SC-2025-0431, addresses a dispute involving church entities.

Supreme Court of Alabama Opinion on Church Property Dispute

The Supreme Court of Alabama issued an opinion regarding a property dispute involving Gold Hill Methodist Church and the Alabama-West Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church. The case involves multiple circuit court dockets and petitions for writs of mandamus.

Supreme Court of Alabama Opinion on Church Dispute

The Supreme Court of Alabama has issued an opinion regarding a dispute involving the Coffeeville Methodist Church and the Alabama-West Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church, Inc. The case, docketed as SC-2025-0361, addresses a petition for a writ of mandamus.

Alabama Supreme Court Ruling on Elba United Methodist Church Case

The Alabama Supreme Court issued a ruling concerning the Elba United Methodist Church case, identified by docket number SC-2025-0445. The opinion is subject to formal revision before publication in the Southern Reporter.

Lukas Goodyear v. Delta Air Lines - Overtime Pay Class Action

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia granted Delta Air Lines' motion for summary judgment in an overtime pay class action filed by employee Lukas Goodyear. The court denied the plaintiff's motions to exclude evidence and certify the class, ruling that Delta, as an air carrier, is exempt from FLSA overtime requirements.

AEPD Archives Proceedings Against Orange Spain Regarding Portability

The Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD) has archived proceedings against Orange Spain concerning a data portability issue. A consumer filed a complaint alleging unauthorized portability of their fixed-line number, leading to service suspension and subsequent restoration. The AEPD closed the case after reviewing the evidence and Orange's response.

AEPD Fines ORNITOLÓGICA DE ANDALUCÍA FOA 131,801 Euros for GDPR Violation

The Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD) has issued a resolution imposing a fine of 131,801 euros on ORNITOLÓGICA DE ANDALUCÍA FOA for a data breach. The violation involved the mass emailing of personal data, including names and national identification numbers, to federated associations and individuals.

Court Order Restoring Disaster Mitigation Funding

Massachusetts AG Andrea Joy Campbell and 23 states secured a court order requiring FEMA to restore billions in disaster mitigation funding. The order compels FEMA to reverse the termination of the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program, which had been previously declared unlawful.

State AG Secures $422,093 Settlement for Restaurant Service Charge Violations

Ten State Attorneys General have secured a $422,093 settlement with two Massachusetts restaurants, Jackeens, Inc. d/b/a Carrie Nation and Inishowen, Inc. d/b/a The Dubliner. The settlement resolves allegations that the restaurants failed to distribute a 3% service charge to 84 employees between May 2023 and June 2024.

AG Secures Guilty Plea for Stealing Over $220,000 from Rest Home

The Massachusetts Attorney General's Office announced a guilty plea from Luzia Wade for stealing over $220,000 from a Worcester rest home and its elderly residents. Wade was sentenced to a suspended jail term and ordered to pay restitution and cease working with the elderly.

EIOPA Seeks Technical Advice on Taxonomy Regulation Article 8

The European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA) has issued a call for technical advice regarding Article 8 of the Taxonomy Regulation. This consultation seeks input to inform the development of technical standards related to environmental disclosures for financial market participants.

Ofcom Investigates Image Boards for Illegal Content Failures

Ofcom has launched an investigation into two online image boards for alleged failures to protect UK users from illegal content, including non-consensual intimate images and child sexual abuse material. This action falls under the Online Safety Act 2023, which imposes duties on user-to-user service providers.

Cleary v. Morlan - Mechanic's Lien Foreclosure Appeal

The Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed and remanded a mechanic's lien foreclosure case. The court found that the trial court did not err in foreclosing the lien and will consider appellate attorney fees. The case involves a dispute over payment for electrical work on a new house.

Jayla Anderson v. Advantix Development Corporation - Eviction Record Sealing

The Indiana Court of Appeals reversed and remanded a trial court's decision denying a petition to seal eviction records. The appellate court found prima facie error in the trial court's denial, potentially impacting how eviction records are handled in Indiana.

Zachary Matthew Loveless v. State of Indiana - Criminal Appeal

The Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's decision denying a defendant's motion to correct error regarding credit time for jail incarceration. The court found the defendant was not entitled to credit time toward his Hancock County sentence for time spent in Marion and Hamilton County jails.

Guilfoyle v. State of Indiana - Criminal Appeal

The Indiana Court of Appeals issued an opinion in the case of Gregory C. Guilfoyle v. State of Indiana. The court affirmed the conviction and sentence of Guilfoyle, who was found guilty but mentally ill of eight offenses related to shooting his wife and a deputy sheriff. The case was remanded with instructions.

California AG Warns Baby Food Companies on Heavy Metal Disclosure

California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued an enforcement advisory to baby food companies regarding disclosure requirements for heavy metals under Assembly Bill 899. The advisory warns companies that current disclosure methods may not comply with the law, potentially leading to retailers being prohibited from selling products in California.

IRS Proposed Rule: Electronic Furnishing of Digital Asset Sales Statements

The Internal Revenue Service has issued a proposed rule regarding the electronic furnishing of payee statements for digital asset sales by brokers. This proposal outlines new requirements for brokers to provide tax statements electronically to customers regarding their digital asset transactions.

OFAC Removes Russia-Related Entity from SDN List

The US Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has removed GLOBE TREKKERS LLC from the Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List. This action is a designation removal under Executive Order 14024, with a related license issued for the United Arab Emirates.

People v. Del Rosario-Martinez - Criminal Conviction Appeal

The Appellate Term of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a conviction for driving while impaired and leaving the scene of an incident. The court found the verdict was not against the weight of the evidence, upholding the lower court's judgment.

Verizon Pennsylvania LLC v. Prevailing Wage Board - Court Opinion

The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania affirmed the Prevailing Wage Appeals Board's order denying Verizon's grievance. The court addressed whether the Secretary of Labor and Industry properly authorized the Bureau of Labor Law Compliance and whether the Secretary abused her discretion in setting the electric lineman rate for fiber optic cable deployment.

J. Ellman v. PPB - Parole Board Decision Appeal

The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania affirmed a decision by the Pennsylvania Parole Board denying a petitioner's request for administrative relief. The court granted the petitioner's counsel's application to withdraw, finding the appeal lacked merit. The decision relates to parole revocation and sentence recalculation.

Drowsy Driving Risk Warning Due to Daylight Saving Time

The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles has issued a warning to motorists about the increased risk of drowsy driving associated with the start of Daylight Saving Time. The notice advises drivers to be aware of potential fatigue and take precautions to ensure safety on the road.

Iowa Supreme Court Opinion on Garnishment of Independent Contractor Funds

The Iowa Supreme Court ruled that Iowa Code section 642.21(1), which limits garnishment of an 'employee's' earnings, does not apply to funds owed to independent contractors. The court affirmed in part and reversed in part a lower court decision regarding the garnishment of funds owed to Mashon Van Mill.

Green Belt Bank & Trust v. Van Mill - Garnishment Order Limit Appeal

The Iowa Supreme Court has published its opinion in the case of Green Belt Bank & Trust v. Stephanie Marie Van Mill et al. The appeal concerned the application of Iowa Code section 642.21(1)(e) to limit the amount a judgment creditor could recover through garnishment. The court affirmed the lower court's decision.

Jones v. Lindell - Medical Malpractice Expert Witness Qualification

The Iowa Supreme Court affirmed a lower court's decision to strike a plaintiff's expert witness in a medical malpractice case. The court found the expert, a urologist, was not qualified to testify on the standard of care for an obstetrician-gynecologist under Iowa Code section 147.139. This ruling impacts how expert witnesses are qualified in medical malpractice suits in Iowa.

Medical malpractice appeal over expert witness qualification

Medical malpractice appeal over expert witness qualification

EU Official Journal L Series Daily View - March 6, 2026

The EU's EUR-Lex platform has published the Official Journal L series for March 6, 2026. This daily view includes new regulations, directives, and decisions from various EU institutions, covering topics such as visa exemptions, disease reporting, import duties, and environmental protection.

NY AG Statement on Housing Discrimination Lawsuit Ruling

New York Attorney General Letitia James released a statement on a ruling concerning source of income protections for renters. The ruling by the New York Appellate Division, Third Judicial Department, impacts housing discrimination lawsuits.

State AGs Sue Trump Administration Over Illegal Tariffs

New York Attorney General Letitia James, leading a coalition of 21 states and two governors, has sued the Trump administration to block new tariffs imposed under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974. The lawsuit argues these tariffs are illegal and violate the separation of powers, seeking a court order to declare them unlawful and issue refunds for costs paid by states.

Texas Court of Appeals Dismisses Parental Rights Case

The Texas Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal in the case of In the Interest of A.C. and L.C. v. the State of Texas. The dismissal was based on a lack of appellate jurisdiction, as the order being appealed was neither a final judgment nor an appealable interlocutory order.

In Re J.C. Juvenile v. State of Texas - Mandamus

The Texas Court of Appeals, 10th District, dismissed a petition for a writ of mandamus filed by Bobby Kirby in the case of In Re J.C., a Juvenile v. the State of Texas. The court found the petition and related motion for emergency relief to be moot. The case was originally filed as a mandamus action.

Cheyenne Partners v. Rainbow International - Contract Dispute

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's judgment in a contract dispute between Cheyenne Partners and Rainbow International concerning a franchise agreement. The court found that the appellants breached their contract and abandoned their franchise, upholding the award of damages to the appellees.

Ex Parte Tasha Nicole Roy v. the State of Texas - Habeas Corpus

The Texas Court of Appeals, 9th District, dismissed the case of Ex Parte Tasha Nicole Roy v. the State of Texas. The dismissal was granted following the appellant's motion to dismiss the appeal as moot, which was filed before a decision was rendered.

Daniel Joseph Georgianni v. the State of Texas - Interference With Public Duties

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed a conviction for Interference with Public Duties. The appellant was found guilty of refusing to exit a vehicle during a traffic stop, resulting in a $2,000 fine. The court addressed arguments regarding the police officer's oath of office.

Antoine DeGrate v. State of Texas - Dismissed Appeal

The Texas Court of Appeals, 10th District, dismissed the appeal of Antoine Demetruis DeGrate. The court found it lacked jurisdiction over the case, which involved a failure to register as a sex offender. The dismissal was based on the untimeliness of the appeal and the nature of the claims presented.

Stewart v. Lee - Texas Court of Appeals Opinion Affirmed

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision in Stewart v. Lee. The appellate court upheld the trial court's order granting Sharon Lee's Application for Issuance of Turnover Order and awarding attorney's fees to Lee. The Stewarts' various claims against Lee were dismissed.

Julia Ann Poff v. Gina Annette Dare - Case Dismissed

The Texas Court of Appeals, 9th District, has dismissed the appeal in Julia Ann Poff v. Gina Annette Dare. The dismissal is due to the appellant's failure to file a required brief following the notice of appeal.

Schiaffo v. State of Texas - Mandamus Case Denied

The Texas Court of Appeals, 9th District, denied a petition for writ of mandamus filed by William and Reba Schiaffo. The relators contended the trial court abused its discretion in resolving a discovery and sanctions dispute. The court found no abuse of discretion and denied the petition.

Pascual Torres v. Texas - Aggravated Sexual Assault Affirmed

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed a conviction for aggravated sexual assault of a child and indecency with a child. The appellant's sole issue on appeal, regarding the admission of extraneous-offense testimony, was waived due to inadequate briefing.

Generoso Polendey Taclibon v. State of Texas - Sex Offense Conviction Affirmed

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Generoso Polendey Taclibon for a first-degree felony offense of continuous sexual abuse of a young child. The court found no merit in Taclibon's arguments regarding excluded evidence, false testimony, and the denial of a new trial.

City Wide Franchise Company v. State of Texas - Mandamus

The Texas Court of Appeals denied City Wide Franchise Company's petition for a writ of mandamus. The court refused to compel the trial court to enforce a forum-selection clause, allowing premises liability and negligence claims to proceed in Texas.

Marcos Antonio Rios v. State of Texas - Aggravated Robbery

The Texas Court of Appeals, 10th District, affirmed the conviction of Marcos Antonio Rios for aggravated robbery. The court assessed his punishment at fifty-five years confinement. The appeal concerned the admission of evidence of an extraneous act.

Delbert Elmer Sgaggio Jr. v. Keeley Deback et al. - Service Motion Denied

The District Court for the District of Colorado denied a motion for alternative service on Defendant Lambert and granted a 60-day extension for service, setting a new deadline of May 1, 2026. This order addresses procedural aspects of the ongoing civil action.

Court Grants Anonymity for Inmates Alleging Sexual Misconduct

The District Court for the District of Colorado granted a motion for anonymity for inmates alleging sexual misconduct in a consolidated civil action. The court's decision pertains to case numbers 1:25-cv-02763 and 1:25-cv-02531.

Miller v. Stevens - Colorado Court Denies Sanctions

The U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado denied a motion for sanctions filed by the plaintiff in Miller v. Stevens. The court found that the defendant's motion to dismiss was a required response to the plaintiff's amended complaint.

Commonwealth v. Bertanzetti - Criminal Appeal

The Pennsylvania Superior Court reviewed a criminal appeal filed by Ryan Adam Bertanzetti. The court found merit in the appellant's claim regarding restitution and vacated the judgments of sentence, remanding for resentencing on that specific ground. The original sentence included 11 to 22 years imprisonment and $5,840 in restitution.

Com. v. Griffin, R. - Criminal Appeal

The Superior Court of Pennsylvania vacated the judgment of sentence and reversed the conviction of Rashan M. Griffin for careless driving. The court found insufficient evidence to prove the appellant drove in careless disregard for safety.

Commonwealth v. Lester - Criminal Appeal

The Superior Court of Pennsylvania issued a non-precedential decision in the case of Commonwealth v. Lester. The court affirmed the judgment of sentence for appellant Tequilla Lester, who was convicted of strangulation and simple assault, addressing her claim that the trial court erred in accepting her jury trial waiver.