JUNE 23, 2026
Trial Court Could Dismiss Lawsuit Because Expert’s Statements Contradicted His Own Report
A Stark County trial court was within its right to reject an expert's sworn statement in a medical malpractice lawsuit because the statement contradicted his previously submitted written report, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled today.
JUNE 18, 2026
Online Brokerage Not Responsible for Trader’s $25 Million Loss
An online brokerage firm that only provided routine business functions is not liable for $25 million lost by investors who funded a 20-year-old novice trader’s private hedge fund, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled today.
Officer Could Continue Driver Search After Determining Vehicle Not Used in Robbery
A Euclid police officer did not violate a motorist’s constitutional rights when the officer stopped the driver for suspicion of being involved in an armed robbery, but also stopped him for a suspected window tint violation, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled today.
JUNE 17, 2026
Owner of Housing Complex Not Responsible for Injuries Boy Suffered When Bit by Dog on Playground
The owner of a Montgomery County manufactured-home community is not liable for the injuries suffered by a boy who was bitten by a tenant’s dog on the community’s playground, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled today.
JUNE 10, 2026
Making the Case: Court Examines Trial Error Claims and Responsibility for a Dog Bite Injury
In the latest edition of “Making the Case,” the Supreme Court of Ohio considers whether a man received a fair trial, and whether the owners of a housing complex can be held responsible for a child being bitten by a dog on a complex playground.
JUNE 5, 2026
Duke Energy Can Charge Customers to Close Retired Propane Caverns
Duke Energy can charge southwestern Ohio customers $29 million to recover the cost of retiring propane caverns it used for decades to assist with delivering natural gas, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled today.
JUNE 4, 2026
Court Disbars Attorney Who Stole $225,000 From Client’s Estate
The Supreme Court of Ohio today permanently disbarred a Gallia County attorney who was convicted of theft after stealing more than $225,000 from an estate he administered.
MAY 4, 2026
Legal Legacy: Chief Justice Thomas J. Moyer
Thomas J. Moyer served as chief justice of the Supreme Court of Ohio for more than two decades. During his tenure, he ushered in a wave of modernization and reform, with leadership that extended well beyond the courtroom and reshaped how Ohio’s courts functioned.
MAY 1, 2026
Legal Legacy: The Magna Carta to Modern Law
A look back at how the “Great Charter” has shaped the legal system
On May 1, 1958, the United States celebrated its first Law Day, as ordered by President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Since that inaugural observance, Law Day has served as an annual reminder of the rule of law and its importance in promoting liberty and justice.
APRIL 21, 2026
Legal Legacy: Justice Beyond the Courtroom
This month, the Supreme Court of Ohio traveled to Carrollton to hear three cases before a unique audience: more than 900 high school students. The visit to Carroll County was part of the Supreme Court’s long-running Off-Site Court Program, which brings oral arguments into local high schools across the state.
JUNE 16, 2026
Former Air Force JAG Attorney Brings Unique Experience to Supreme Court Bench
Judge Robert Hanseman of the Second District Court of Appeals said he enjoyed the experience of being assigned to a Supreme Court of Ohio case. He also explained he didn’t let his enthusiasm take away from the gravity of the case.
JUNE 15, 2026
Commitment to Service Leads Appellate Judge to Supreme Court
Having served the public in various military and legal roles for more than 30 years, Judge Kevin W. Popham of the Fifth District Court of Appeals felt honored and excited to hear a Supreme Court of Ohio case as an assigned judge.
MAY 29, 2026
Washington County Prosecutor Humbled to Serve as Judge
A new judge joined the Washington County Common Pleas Court bench in the general and domestic relations divisions.
JUNE 22, 2026
Where Justice Settled: The Story of Ohio’s 88 County Courthouses
Created as part of America 250, the Supreme Court of Ohio’s documentary “Where Justice Settled: The Story of Ohio’s 88 County Courthouses” explores how these buildings became lasting symbols of law and order, defining justice across the state, and anchoring Ohio’s communities for generations.
JUNE 16, 2026
Municipal Court Specialized Dockets Celebrate Spring Graduates
Three Supreme Court of Ohio-certified specialized dockets in Franklin County Municipal Court are celebrating 27 successful graduates.
JUNE 15, 2026
Lawyers’ Fund Awards More Than $400,000 to Victims of Attorney Theft
The Board of Commissioners of the Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection (LFCP) reimbursed $408,112.67 to 22 victims of attorney theft at its June meeting. Five former or suspended Ohio attorneys were found to have misappropriated client funds.
Updates Proposed to Enhance Data Collection of Court Case Statistics
The Supreme Court of Ohio opened a public comment period on proposals to modernize case information collected from Ohio courts and to restructure the forms used to gather the data.
JUNE 12, 2026
Ohio Outdoors: The Legal Roots of Ohio’s State Symbols
From a president’s favorite flower to the successful lobbying by a 12-year-old interested in fossils, the state’s unique natural landscape is recognized in Ohio law. Features of Ohio nature have been assigned as official state symbols in the law for more than 100 years.
JUNE 11, 2026
Supreme Court Offers America 250 Keepsakes to 2026 Visitors
Visitors who book a tour of the Supreme Court of Ohio can mark the occasion with special keepsakes.
Supreme Court Names Hilary R. Burgess-Jackson as Chief Compliance Officer
The Supreme Court of Ohio has created a Chief Compliance Officer position and named Hilary R. Burgess-Jackson to the role. This new function was established to ensure the organization continues to consistently implement best-in-class operational standards and practices.
JUNE 23, 2026
Despite incorrect suspicions, Euclid police traffic stop was proper, Ohio Supreme Court rules: Cleveland.com
A Euclid police officer did not violate a driver’s constitutional rights when the officer stopped a driver suspected of involvement in an armed robbery while also having independent grounds to stop him for a window tint violation, the Ohio Supreme Court ruled.
Online brokerage firm not responsible for millions in investor losses, Ohio Supreme Court rules: Cleveland.com
The Ohio Supreme Court ruled Thursday that an online brokerage firm was not responsible for millions of dollars in loss for investors.