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Posted by Michael Stevens | Jul 31, 2012 | Causes of Action, Torts |
The following discussion of common law negligence and duty to protect others was discussed in Gibson v. Hicks, COA, Pub., 7/27/2012: We first discuss whether Gibson had a common law duty to protect Hicks from her abusers....
Read MorePosted by Michael Stevens | Jul 31, 2012 | Defenses |
The doctrine of res judicata stands for the principle that once the rights of the parties have been fully determined, litigation should end. It is an affirmative defense which operates to bar repetitious suits involving the same...
Read MorePosted by Michael Stevens | Jul 31, 2012 | Appeals, Standards of Review, Summary Judgment |
The following decision summarizes the law regarding appeal of summary judgment ruling. Although not an issue presented, we clarify a procedural point. A denial of summary judgment is generally interlocutory and not appealable....
Read MorePosted by Michael Stevens | Jul 30, 2012 | COA Minutes |
Click on this link for the full text of these minutes with link to full text of each decision. Cick here for AOC page with current minutes and archived minutes links PUBLISHED DECISIONS OF COA: 629. CONSTRUCTIVE TRUST. PAROLE...
Read MorePosted by Michael Stevens | Jul 28, 2012 | COA Minutes, Minutes - COA and SCOKY |
Click on this link for the full text of these minutes with link to full text of each decision. Cick here for AOC page with current minutes and archived minutes links PUBLISHED DECISIONS OF COA: 607. CRIMINAL PROCEDURE. SEARCH...
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