Latham v. POAH Communities - Housing Injunction Appeal

The Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts affirmed a lower court's denial of a petition filed by Lincoln G. Latham, Jr. The petitioner sought relief from a preliminary injunction and the dismissal of his appeal related to a Section 8 subsidized tenancy dispute. The court found Latham had adequate alternative remedies and did not meet the criteria for review.

California Launches Women in Construction Public Awareness Campaign

The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) has launched a new public awareness campaign, "Women in Construction," to highlight career pathways in the building trades. The campaign aims to address the underrepresentation of women in construction jobs and complements the state's $50 million investment in grants to promote equitable apprenticeship opportunities.

Morrissey v. Morrissey - Matrimonial Action Dismissal

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York affirmed the denial of the plaintiff's motion to consolidate a Family Court proceeding and granted the defendant's cross-motion to dismiss the matrimonial action. The court found that a prior pending action in Queens County involved the same parties, subject matter, and relief sought.

People v. Rodriguez - Criminal Possession of a Weapon Conviction

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a conviction for criminal possession of a weapon in the fourth degree. The court addressed the defendant's Second Amendment claim, finding it did not render the state's firearm licensing scheme unconstitutional.

People v. Zwingman - Court Opinion

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York issued an opinion in the case of People v. Zwingman, decided on March 3, 2026. The court affirmed the judgment and granted the defendant's counsel's application to withdraw, finding no non-frivolous points for appeal.

People v. Marquis - Appellate Division Court Opinion

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York affirmed a judgment from the Supreme Court, Bronx County, in the case of People v. Marquis. The court found the sentence imposed was not excessive.

People v. J.R. - Criminal Law and Second Amendment Challenge

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York affirmed a conviction for attempted criminal possession of a weapon and assault. The court addressed the defendant's Second Amendment challenge to New York's age requirement for gun licensing, finding it without merit.

People v. O'Connor - Appellate Division Opinion

The Appellate Division, First Department, affirmed a judgment of the Supreme Court, Bronx County, in the case of People v. O'Connor. The court found the sentence imposed on the defendant-appellant not to be excessive.

FORT CRE v Karasick - Appellate Division Ruling on Guaranty Enforcement

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of New York reversed a lower court's decision to grant a stay in a guaranty enforcement action. The court ruled that defenses to a related Minnesota foreclosure action are irrelevant to the enforcement of absolute and unconditional guaranties of payment.

Colon v. City of New York - Slip and Fall Action

The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York reversed a lower court's decision, denying a motion for summary judgment in a slip and fall case against Rita Marsicano. The court found that the defendant failed to establish freedom from common-law liability regarding an icy condition on her property.