Every decision we've summarized from United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit.
The Tenth Circuit reviewed a Lanham Act claim alleging false advertising regarding grain-free pet food. The court affirmed the dismissal of claims against veterinarians but reversed the dismissal of claims against the pet food manufacturer.
The United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit denied a prisoner's motion to proceed in forma pauperis. The court held that the plaintiff failed to demonstrate that the relief he sought would redress the alleged imminent danger of serious physical injury.
The Tenth Circuit affirmed summary judgment for Walmart on most employment discrimination claims but reversed on the hostile-work-environment claim. The court held that the evidence supported a jury finding that the plaintiff was subjected to a hostile work environment based on sexual orientation.
The Tenth Circuit affirmed a district court's grant of summary judgment in a civil rights employment case. The panel rejected the plaintiff's claims of discrimination and retaliation, finding insufficient evidence to support a reasonable jury verdict.
The United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit affirmed a district court dismissal for lack of jurisdiction. The plaintiff failed to exhaust administrative remedies by not seeking review from the Social Security Administration's Appeals Council.
The United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit affirmed the district court's denial of postjudgment motions filed by Christopher VanHorn. The court held that the district court properly rejected claims of fraud on the court and void judgment based on misconduct in state proceedings.
The Tenth Circuit affirmed summary judgment for the State of Kansas in a gender discrimination case brought by a former court clerk. The court held that the plaintiff failed to link the alleged hostile work environment and retaliation to her gender.
The Tenth Circuit remanded a civil rights case where the district court dismissed a pro se complaint without explaining why amendment would be futile. The appellate panel held that while the complaint failed to state a claim, the lower court erred by not allowing the plaintiff an opportunity to amend.
The United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit affirmed the dismissal of a pretrial detainee's civil rights lawsuit against county officials. The panel held that the plaintiff failed to plausibly plead claims regarding access to news, access to courts, living conditions, bail, and retaliation.
The United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit affirmed a district court order detaining a defendant pending trial. The court held that the government met its burden of proving the defendant was a serious flight risk and that no conditions of release could reasonably assure his appearance.