A recent ruling from the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit highlights a troubling case of alleged fraud involving a senior citizen, “free” solar panels, and a hefty loan. The court affirmed the lower court’s decision to dismiss claims against the lenders involved, finding that the plaintiff,…
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Court Rules on Investor’s Claims, Partially Upholding Dismissal
The Indiana Court of Appeals has weighed in on a case involving an investor, Donna Wagner, and her claims against Mark Christopher Perry and Brokers International Financial Services, LLC (BIFS). The court largely upheld the trial court’s decision to dismiss Wagner’s claims, but it reversed the dismissal concerning her claim…
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Park District Wins Appeal in Tree Stump Injury Case
The Illinois Second District Appellate Court has affirmed a lower court’s decision in a personal injury case, siding with the Gurnee Park District over a woman who was injured after tripping on a tree stump in a park. The case, *Amanda V. Wright v. The Gurnee Park District*, involved an…
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Boat Dealership Dispute: Tennessee Supreme Court Rules on Standing
The Tennessee Supreme Court recently weighed in on a case involving a dispute between a boat manufacturer and a former dealership, clarifying the rules around who can sue and when. The court ruled that the plaintiffs, a husband and wife who were the sole shareholders of the dealership, did have…
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Georgia Supreme Court Sides with Landowners in Butts County Zoning Dispute
The Georgia Supreme Court has stepped in to clarify a ruling regarding a zoning dispute in Butts County, siding with landowners Tussahaw Reserves, LLC and Keys Ferry Crossing, LLC (collectively, “Tussahaw”). The case centers on how lawsuits against counties and their officials are handled under the state’s constitution, specifically concerning…
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Georgia Court of Appeals Upholds Asset Forfeiture Ruling Due to Insufficient Complaint
The Georgia Court of Appeals has affirmed a lower court’s decision to set aside a civil asset forfeiture, finding that the state’s initial complaint lacked the necessary detail to meet legal requirements. The case, *State of Georgia v. TF4 Capital, LLC*, centers around the seizure of over $360,000 in cash…
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Montana Supreme Court Rules on Easement Dispute: Schuberts Lose on Encroaching Gate, Win on Access
The Montana Supreme Court has weighed in on a property dispute between Patti and Steve Schubert and Jeremy and Tynagh Toepp, issuing a ruling that partially favors both parties. The case centered on the use of easements and a settlement agreement related to property in Yellowstone County. Background of the…
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Driveway Dispute Ends in Court Reversal: Easement Agreement Stands
The Tennessee Court of Appeals has overturned a lower court’s decision in a case involving a driveway easement, siding with the current property owners and upholding the original agreement. The ruling clarifies the permanence of the easement and rebukes the lower court for misinterpreting the agreement. The case, *Robert L.…
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Metro Holdings, LLC v. Evernest Holdings, LLC: Affidavit Gets a Second Look
The Court of Appeals of Georgia has sent a case back to the trial court after ruling that the lower court made a mistake in striking an affidavit from the landlords’ attorney. The case involves a dispute between landlords and a property management company, Evernest Holdings, LLC, over defaulted leases.…
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Supreme Court Modifies and Affirms Decision in Search Warrant Case
The North Carolina Supreme Court has issued a ruling in the case of *State v. Demetria L. Norman*, modifying and affirming a lower court’s decision regarding a search warrant. The core issue revolved around whether evidence obtained by law enforcement during a “knock and talk” at Ms. Norman’s residence was…