Tyler

Surplus Equity and State Laws: Supreme Court Decides in Favor of Property Owners in Groundbreaking Tyler v. Hennepin County Ruling

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Washington, D.C. – In a landmark decision that could reshape property rights, the U.S. Supreme Court delivered a ruling in 2023 that clarifies what constitutes “private property” under the Constitution in cases of government action. The case, Tyler v. Hennepin County, Minnesota, addressed whether a taxpayer retains a property interest in excess funds after a government tax sale has recovered the owed taxes. The court’s unanimous decision, penned by Chief Justice Roberts, held that if a government entity sells seized property to settle tax debts, any surplus funds generated beyond the tax debt must be … Read more

Prominent Tyler Personal Injury Lawyer Keith Miller Passes Away; Law Office to Continue Operations Under New Management

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Tyler, Texas — Keith Miller, a prominent personal injury attorney celebrated for his unique television advertising campaigns, has died in Tyler last Friday. Miller was renowned across the Northeast Texas region, not just for his legal expertise but also for his distinctive presence on local TV channels. At the time of his passing, Miller was actively managing a robust portfolio of client cases through his firm. To ensure continuity and stability, Shane McGuire, a longtime associate and fellow attorney at the firm, has stepped up to oversee Miller’s casework. The law office confirmed that it … Read more

High-Stakes Trial Set to Begin for Accused Shooter in Tyler Murder Case

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TYLER, Texas – The capital murder trial of Zaccheus Keion Dunn is poised to commence on Monday in Smith County. After a thorough selection process, a jury was finalized on Thursday to hear the case against Dunn, 26, and his alleged accomplice, Dakevian Scroggins, 29. The charges stem from the fatal shooting of Christopher Eiglebiger at a residence on Crosby Street in Tyler in May 2021. Both the prosecution and defense, with the guidance of the court, have meticulously whittled down the pool of potential jurors from an initial count of over 150 individuals. Ultimately, … Read more