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New opinions: June 8 Monday, June 8, 2020

The Supreme Court has issued two new opinions. The summaries are below.

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Nelson, et al. v. Nelson 2020 ND 130
Docket No.: 20190347
Filing Date: 6/8/2020
Case Type: REAL PROPERTY
Author: McEvers, Lisa K. Fair

Highlight: This Court will dismiss an appeal as moot if the issues become academic and there is no actual controversy left to be determined.

The failure to obtain a stay pending appeal may moot issues raised on appeal.

Matter of Emelia Hirsch Trust 2020 ND 129
Docket No.: 20200047
Filing Date: 6/8/2020
Case Type: PROBATE - WILLS - TRUSTS
Author: Per Curiam

Highlight: District court orders denying a motion to vacate and prohibiting a vexatious litigant from filing new or additional litigation are summarily affirmed under N.D.R.App.P. 35.1(a)(1) and (4).