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A death row inmate wants to be executed early for 'justice'

Aaron Gunches seeks expedited execution, arguing the delay contradicts Arizona law and justice.

Will the NAR-DOJ fight head to the Supreme Court?

The Supreme Court may soon decide on the legal dispute between NAR and the DOJ regarding real estate commission practices.
#affirmative-action

McDonald's is the latest company to roll back diversity goals

McDonald's is ending some diversity practices in response to a Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action, reflecting a broader corporate trend.

Feldman: Why the Naval Academy gets to keep affirmative action

The Supreme Court exempted military academies from its ruling on affirmative action, impacting their admissions practices significantly.

How Much Has Law School Diversity Changed After A Year? Data Says...

Despite the Supreme Court's ban on affirmative action, racial and ethnic diversity in law school enrollment remained stable in 2024, with some exceptions.

McDonald's is the latest company to roll back diversity goals

McDonald's is ending some diversity practices in response to a Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action, reflecting a broader corporate trend.

Feldman: Why the Naval Academy gets to keep affirmative action

The Supreme Court exempted military academies from its ruling on affirmative action, impacting their admissions practices significantly.

How Much Has Law School Diversity Changed After A Year? Data Says...

Despite the Supreme Court's ban on affirmative action, racial and ethnic diversity in law school enrollment remained stable in 2024, with some exceptions.
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#judicial-accountability

Officially Unethical To Suggest Sam Alito Is Unethical

A federal judge faced consequences for critiquing a Supreme Court Justice's improper conduct, indicating a troubling trend in judicial accountability.

Letters: Supreme Court must eliminate appearance of being bought

Judicial gifts pose a significant threat to judicial independence and should be regulated to avoid undue influence.

Officially Unethical To Suggest Sam Alito Is Unethical

A federal judge faced consequences for critiquing a Supreme Court Justice's improper conduct, indicating a troubling trend in judicial accountability.

Letters: Supreme Court must eliminate appearance of being bought

Judicial gifts pose a significant threat to judicial independence and should be regulated to avoid undue influence.
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#tiktok

TikTok creators left in limbo while awaiting decision on potential platform ban

The Supreme Court's ruling on TikTok could ban the app, affecting creators' livelihoods.

TikTok creators left in limbo while awaiting decision on potential platform ban

The Supreme Court will decide TikTok's fate regarding a potential U.S. ban amid national security concerns and First Amendment challenges.

TikTok creators left in limbo while awaiting decision on potential platform ban

The Supreme Court's decision on TikTok's ties to ByteDance could drastically impact creators and small businesses reliant on the platform.

Will TikTok be banned this month? The question is making content creators anxious

The Supreme Court's decision on TikTok's future could significantly impact creators and small businesses reliant on the platform.

The US supreme court's TikTok case will put free expression on the line | Trevor Timm

The Supreme Court's decision to review TikTok's case could set a precedent affecting free expression and national security.

Trump told SCOTUS he plans to make a deal to save TikTok

Members of Congress argue the TikTok ban violates First Amendment rights and is an illegitimate attempt to control content.

TikTok creators left in limbo while awaiting decision on potential platform ban

The Supreme Court's ruling on TikTok could ban the app, affecting creators' livelihoods.

TikTok creators left in limbo while awaiting decision on potential platform ban

The Supreme Court will decide TikTok's fate regarding a potential U.S. ban amid national security concerns and First Amendment challenges.

TikTok creators left in limbo while awaiting decision on potential platform ban

The Supreme Court's decision on TikTok's ties to ByteDance could drastically impact creators and small businesses reliant on the platform.

Will TikTok be banned this month? The question is making content creators anxious

The Supreme Court's decision on TikTok's future could significantly impact creators and small businesses reliant on the platform.

The US supreme court's TikTok case will put free expression on the line | Trevor Timm

The Supreme Court's decision to review TikTok's case could set a precedent affecting free expression and national security.

Trump told SCOTUS he plans to make a deal to save TikTok

Members of Congress argue the TikTok ban violates First Amendment rights and is an illegitimate attempt to control content.
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Courts in State of Disarray' on Law Disarming Felons

The federal law prohibiting gun possession by certain groups is under threat due to recent Supreme Court interpretations of the Second Amendment.

New Year, Same Clarence Thomas - See Also

Supreme Court transparency issues raise concerns about accountability and ethics.
Biglaw firms face transformation due to mergers and differing compensation structures this year.

That's Not True': Legal Analyst Slaps Down Trump Team's Criticism of Hush Money Sentencing

Trump's team claims his upcoming sentencing violates Supreme Court precedent, but legal experts clarify that the immunity ruling does not apply to criminal sentencing.
#homelessness

What Was The Worst Supreme Court Decision Of 2024?

The Supreme Court's decisions have raised significant concerns about the balance between judicial authority and expert knowledge, particularly regarding public policy and homelessness.

Homelessness Still A Problem In Fresno Despite Tough Crackdown | KQED

The Supreme Court's decision has led to over 40 Californian cities, including Fresno, enacting strict anti-camping laws.

What Was The Worst Supreme Court Decision Of 2024?

The Supreme Court's decisions have raised significant concerns about the balance between judicial authority and expert knowledge, particularly regarding public policy and homelessness.

Homelessness Still A Problem In Fresno Despite Tough Crackdown | KQED

The Supreme Court's decision has led to over 40 Californian cities, including Fresno, enacting strict anti-camping laws.
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#biden-administration

Biden Celebrates a Milestone on Judicial Confirmations After a Major Push by Democrats

Biden highlights the confirmation of 235 judges as a key achievement, emphasizing the importance of legal precedent and democracy restoration.

Biden made diversifying the federal bench a top priority. Here's a look at his legacy

Biden's judicial appointments reflect a significant increase in diversity among federal judges, impacting public perception and access to justice.

Biden Celebrates a Milestone on Judicial Confirmations After a Major Push by Democrats

Biden highlights the confirmation of 235 judges as a key achievement, emphasizing the importance of legal precedent and democracy restoration.

Biden made diversifying the federal bench a top priority. Here's a look at his legacy

Biden's judicial appointments reflect a significant increase in diversity among federal judges, impacting public perception and access to justice.
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#judiciary

Only 35% of Americans trust the US judicial system. This is catastrophic | David Daley

Public trust in the US Supreme Court has collapsed, reflecting a crisis in confidence akin to that seen in authoritarian regimes.

How Appealing Weekly Roundup

Banning TikTok risks violating free speech principles in the U.S., aligning it with authoritarian regimes that restrict social media.
The Supreme Court's intervention is critical for the Corporate Transparency Act amid an ongoing legal battle.
Jamie Raskin aims to mobilize Democratic efforts against the Supreme Court through his leadership on judiciary matters.
Texas' challenge in the Supreme Court could redefine First Amendment protections for sexual speech.

How Appealing Weekly Roundup

Judges play a vital role in upholding the rule of law during political turbulence.

Only 35% of Americans trust the US judicial system. This is catastrophic | David Daley

Public trust in the US Supreme Court has collapsed, reflecting a crisis in confidence akin to that seen in authoritarian regimes.

How Appealing Weekly Roundup

Banning TikTok risks violating free speech principles in the U.S., aligning it with authoritarian regimes that restrict social media.
The Supreme Court's intervention is critical for the Corporate Transparency Act amid an ongoing legal battle.
Jamie Raskin aims to mobilize Democratic efforts against the Supreme Court through his leadership on judiciary matters.
Texas' challenge in the Supreme Court could redefine First Amendment protections for sexual speech.

How Appealing Weekly Roundup

Judges play a vital role in upholding the rule of law during political turbulence.
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This Tiny Fish's Mistaken Identity Halted a Dam's Construction

The snail darter is not a separate species and represents a significant case in conservation efforts.

Supreme Court Preview: Will "Skinny Labels" Get a Weight Check?

The Supreme Court will address the issue of generic drug manufacturers and potential patent infringement in the Hikma v. Amarin case.

New York county's land grab could reopen key Supreme Court property-rights ruling

The Supreme Court may revisit the controversial Kelo ruling due to a new case involving eminent domain and property rights.
#legal-challenges

Aerial and Drone Surveillance: 2024 in Review

Aerial surveillance poses a significant threat to privacy, necessitating updated legal frameworks to protect individual rights.

The Supreme Court Gutted Environmental Protections in 2024

The Supreme Court's recent decisions are limiting federal agencies' power to regulate pollution and address climate change.

Dear Jurisprudence: Can Donald Trump Wave a Wand to Get Rid of Birthright Citizenship?

There are serious concerns about the potential undermining of birthright citizenship under a second Trump administration, particularly through regulatory changes.

Judges topple gun restrictions as courts chart an uncertain path forward

Federal courts are increasingly ruling against state gun restrictions following the Supreme Court's Bruen decision, leading to significant challenges for gun regulations.

Opinion | Presidents Enjoy Remarkable Freedom': Three Legal Experts on Trump 2.0

The second Trump administration may leverage a broadly defined presidential power from recent Supreme Court rulings, impacting legal advice and initiatives.
Legal challenges could arise in diverse initiatives from the second Trump administration, with significant implications for executive power.

Aerial and Drone Surveillance: 2024 in Review

Aerial surveillance poses a significant threat to privacy, necessitating updated legal frameworks to protect individual rights.

The Supreme Court Gutted Environmental Protections in 2024

The Supreme Court's recent decisions are limiting federal agencies' power to regulate pollution and address climate change.

Dear Jurisprudence: Can Donald Trump Wave a Wand to Get Rid of Birthright Citizenship?

There are serious concerns about the potential undermining of birthright citizenship under a second Trump administration, particularly through regulatory changes.

Judges topple gun restrictions as courts chart an uncertain path forward

Federal courts are increasingly ruling against state gun restrictions following the Supreme Court's Bruen decision, leading to significant challenges for gun regulations.

Opinion | Presidents Enjoy Remarkable Freedom': Three Legal Experts on Trump 2.0

The second Trump administration may leverage a broadly defined presidential power from recent Supreme Court rulings, impacting legal advice and initiatives.
Legal challenges could arise in diverse initiatives from the second Trump administration, with significant implications for executive power.
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Legalytics Deep Dive #2: The Changing Face of Supreme Court Oral Arguments

Supreme Court oral arguments have undergone significant changes, notably due to the 'hot bench' and adjustments made during the Covid-19 pandemic.
#intellectual-property

Non-Patent IP Cases at the Supreme Court: December 2024 Update

The Supreme Court is deliberating major IP cases that could significantly affect corporate liability regarding trademarks and copyright infringement.

All the IP News that Mattered in 2024

Significant changes in IP law will impact legal practice for years to come, especially regarding trademark and First Amendment intersections.

Non-Patent IP Cases at the Supreme Court: December 2024 Update

The Supreme Court is deliberating major IP cases that could significantly affect corporate liability regarding trademarks and copyright infringement.

All the IP News that Mattered in 2024

Significant changes in IP law will impact legal practice for years to come, especially regarding trademark and First Amendment intersections.
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#trump-administration

Trump's expected rollback of DEI can't come soon enough

Trump aims to dismantle DEI policies and reshape America’s approach to race and governance during his second term.

What's Aileen Cannon Been Up to Lately? It Involves Taylor Swift.

Aileen Cannon's dismissal of Trump's classified documents case raises speculation about her future in politics and potential Supreme Court ambitions.

Trump's expected rollback of DEI can't come soon enough

Trump aims to dismantle DEI policies and reshape America’s approach to race and governance during his second term.

What's Aileen Cannon Been Up to Lately? It Involves Taylor Swift.

Aileen Cannon's dismissal of Trump's classified documents case raises speculation about her future in politics and potential Supreme Court ambitions.
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Trade Secret Protection in the Digital Age: When Does Web Scraping Cross the Line?

The Supreme Court is being asked to clarify the legality of web scraping for trade secrets under the DTSA.

Historians Urge SCOTUS to Approve La. Map with Second Majority-Black District

Historians are urging the Supreme Court to restore a map that includes a second majority-Black congressional district in Louisiana.

Ramaswamy's Big Plans

Vivek Ramaswamy emphasizes reforming the federal government via regulatory changes, administrative cuts, and cost savings, inspired by recent Supreme Court rulings.

The Supreme Court's 'Teenager Term' Could Leave A Lot Of Kids Really Angry

The Supreme Court's upcoming cases will increasingly focus on issues directly affecting young people's interests.
#first-amendment

The U.S. Supreme Court Continues its Foray into Free Speech and Tech: 2024 Year in Review

The U.S. Supreme Court is actively shaping internet free speech laws, particularly regarding governmental use of social media.

What Would the Founders Have Thought About TikTok and Online Porn?

The Supreme Court faces challenges in applying the First Amendment, dating back to 1791, to modern technologies like TikTok and online pornography.

The U.S. Supreme Court Continues its Foray into Free Speech and Tech: 2024 Year in Review

The U.S. Supreme Court is actively shaping internet free speech laws, particularly regarding governmental use of social media.

What Would the Founders Have Thought About TikTok and Online Porn?

The Supreme Court faces challenges in applying the First Amendment, dating back to 1791, to modern technologies like TikTok and online pornography.
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#medicaid

Justices to Hear Case on South Carolina's Bid to Defund Planned Parenthood

The Supreme Court is reviewing South Carolina's decision to terminate Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood based on its provision of abortion services.

The Supreme Court Prepares to Take Its First Shot at Contraception

The Supreme Court case Kerr v. Planned Parenthood could significantly restrict Medicaid funding for essential women's healthcare services, affecting millions.

Supreme Court to weigh state moves to cut off Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood

Supreme Court to review South Carolina's Medicaid funding decision impacting Planned Parenthood amidst ongoing abortion debates.

Justices to Hear Case on South Carolina's Bid to Defund Planned Parenthood

The Supreme Court is reviewing South Carolina's decision to terminate Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood based on its provision of abortion services.

The Supreme Court Prepares to Take Its First Shot at Contraception

The Supreme Court case Kerr v. Planned Parenthood could significantly restrict Medicaid funding for essential women's healthcare services, affecting millions.

Supreme Court to weigh state moves to cut off Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood

Supreme Court to review South Carolina's Medicaid funding decision impacting Planned Parenthood amidst ongoing abortion debates.
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#transgender-rights

Meet the Newton native who became the first transgender lawyer to argue before the Supreme Court

Chase Strangio exemplifies relentless advocacy for transgender rights, recently arguing before the Supreme Court against discriminatory healthcare laws for minors.

These Are the Days to Stand Up for Trans Rights - San Francisco Bay Times

The U.S. Supreme Court case U.S. v. Skrmetti challenges Tennessee's law banning gender-affirming care for minors, spotlighting rigid gender norms.

Meet the Newton native who became the first transgender lawyer to argue before the Supreme Court

Chase Strangio exemplifies relentless advocacy for transgender rights, recently arguing before the Supreme Court against discriminatory healthcare laws for minors.

These Are the Days to Stand Up for Trans Rights - San Francisco Bay Times

The U.S. Supreme Court case U.S. v. Skrmetti challenges Tennessee's law banning gender-affirming care for minors, spotlighting rigid gender norms.
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#senate-judiciary-committee

Alito And Thomas Still In Scalia's Shadow (When It Comes To Undisclosed Luxury Gifts)

Justice Scalia epitomized an unethical relationship with wealthy benefactors, regularly accepting luxury gifts and failing to disclose them, violating federal ethical standards.

An ethical crisis of its own making': Democrats blast Supreme Court ethics

Democrats report alleged ethical violations by Supreme Court justices, especially focusing on Justice Clarence Thomas and his acceptance of extravagant gifts.

Alito And Thomas Still In Scalia's Shadow (When It Comes To Undisclosed Luxury Gifts)

Justice Scalia epitomized an unethical relationship with wealthy benefactors, regularly accepting luxury gifts and failing to disclose them, violating federal ethical standards.

An ethical crisis of its own making': Democrats blast Supreme Court ethics

Democrats report alleged ethical violations by Supreme Court justices, especially focusing on Justice Clarence Thomas and his acceptance of extravagant gifts.
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#clarence-thomas

Review by Senate Democrats finds more unreported luxury trips by Clarence Thomas

The investigation reports luxury travel by Justice Clarence Thomas and calls for an enforceable code of ethics for the Supreme Court.

New ethics inquiry details more trips by Clarence Thomas paid for by wealthy benefactors

The investigation highlights ethical concerns regarding Justice Clarence Thomas's undisclosed luxury trips and calls for enforced ethical standards in the Supreme Court.

Justice Clarence Thomas Did Not Disclose Additional Trips From Billionaire Patron, Democrats Say

Justice Thomas failed to disclose trips funded by billionaire Harlan Crow, raising ethical concerns about transparency in the Supreme Court.

Review by Senate Democrats finds more unreported luxury trips by Clarence Thomas

The investigation reports luxury travel by Justice Clarence Thomas and calls for an enforceable code of ethics for the Supreme Court.

New ethics inquiry details more trips by Clarence Thomas paid for by wealthy benefactors

The investigation highlights ethical concerns regarding Justice Clarence Thomas's undisclosed luxury trips and calls for enforced ethical standards in the Supreme Court.

Justice Clarence Thomas Did Not Disclose Additional Trips From Billionaire Patron, Democrats Say

Justice Thomas failed to disclose trips funded by billionaire Harlan Crow, raising ethical concerns about transparency in the Supreme Court.
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5th Circuit judge's remarks spur talk of Supreme Court audition

Judge Ho's recent comments have spurred speculation about his potential as a Supreme Court nominee.
His remarks challenge longstanding interpretations of birthright citizenship and highlight division in public opinion.

Federal judge offers 'unreserved apology' after order says his Alito criticism violated ethics rules

Judge Ponsor apologized after being found in violation of ethics for criticizing Justice Alito in a New York Times op-ed.

I'm a Seasoned Litigator. Sam Alito's Recent Questions Have Made Me Cringe.

Justice Alito's performance undermines the integrity of legal proceedings by disregarding established court rules during the case on gender-affirming drugs for minors.

The Supreme Court decisions that gutted environmental protections in 2024 - High Country News

Supreme Court decisions are undermining federal agencies' ability to regulate pollution and combat climate change.

Lawyers Who Do Lunch

The judicial system's integrity is challenged as judges criticize each other and public confidence is at risk.
Diversity efforts in elite law schools face setbacks, with notable declines in Black student enrollment.
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