Every decision we've summarized from United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.
The Fourth Circuit affirmed the district court's dismissal of a pro se employment discrimination complaint. The court held that any error in failing to consider an amended complaint was harmless because the amendment would have been futile.
The Fourth Circuit reversed a district court dismissal that held federal judges lacked the power to order systemic reforms in West Virginia's foster care system. The appellate court affirmed that federal courts have both the authority and the duty to remedy constitutional violations through comprehensive injunctive relief.
The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the district court's denial of Robert Peter Russell's motion for a new trial. The appellate court found no reversible error in the record to justify granting a new trial under Federal Rule of Criminal Procedure 33.
The United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit affirmed the district court's denial of a motion for a new trial. The appellate court found no reversible error in the record after reviewing the case.