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2 hours ago
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Law School Moves Final Exam Location For Students Due To Campus Protests

To ensure students' safety during an ongoing protest, George Washington University Law School is relocating final exams. [ more ]
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3 hours ago
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The Law Schools Where The Most Graduates Got Federal Clerkships (2023)

Law school graduates seeking prestigious career paths should aim for elite federal clerkships. [ more ]
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4 hours ago
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How Appealing Weekly Roundup

Parties before the Supreme Court often fund groups backing their arguments without disclosure, creating potential influence gaps. [ more ]
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8 hours ago
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Morning Docket: 04.26.24

The power dynamics and controversies within the legal industry are highlighted through various high-profile cases and investigations. [ more ]
Kqed
6 hours ago
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Palestinian Family Turns To Food, Tradition To Take Mind Off Of War | KQED

Israel's attacks on Gaza have lasted over 200 days and the devastation can be seen around the world.
The Nation
12 hours ago
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Republicans Are in Damage Control Mode Over Abortion

Arizona Republicans faced chaos trying to reconcile different abortion ban beliefs, showing internal divisions and potentially hindering their future political strategies. [ more ]
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21 hours ago
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Trump's immunity arguments and the experiences of the justices who might support it

The Supreme Court's conservative justices' personal experiences significantly influence their perspectives on legal matters. [ more ]
The Atlantic
21 hours ago
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Trump Is Getting What He Wants

Supreme Court may lean towards limiting criminal prosecution of presidents rather than granting absolute immunity. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 day ago
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Possible delay and crime incentives: key takeaways from Trump immunity case

The Supreme Court appears unlikely to grant Trump absolute immunity from prosecution, but justices express interest in remanding the case for further review. [ more ]
time.com
1 day ago
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From Military Coups to Selling Nuclear Secrets, Supreme Court Wrestles With Implications of Granting Trump Immunity

The Supreme Court wrestles with the practical implications of granting former President Trump immunity from criminal prosecution. [ more ]
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2 days ago
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Trump is arguing for immunity in his criminal case. Will the Supreme Court agree? : Consider This from NPR

The US Supreme Court is set to hear arguments on whether a former president, like Donald Trump, should be immune from criminal prosecution for acts committed while in office. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago
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Supreme Court takes up Donald Trump's claim of 'absolute immunity' from criminal prosecution

The U.S. Supreme Court will decide if a former president, in this case, Trump, can be prosecuted for his actions after losing the election. [ more ]
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The New Yorker
22 hours ago
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King Donald's Day at the Supreme Court

Donald Trump's belief in an unfettered Presidency and his ability to garner support for his extreme views is concerning. [ more ]
Washington Post
22 hours ago
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A N.Y. court tossed Harvey Weinstein's conviction. Could it help Trump?

The New York appeals court's decision to overturn Harvey Weinstein's sex-crimes conviction could impact the ongoing criminal trial of Donald Trump in Manhattan. [ more ]
Above the Law
1 day ago
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5 Reasons Why Law Students Chose Their Law School

Rank and prestige not included in law school choice reasons. [ more ]
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1 day ago
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Emergency flights for pregnant patients up sharply in Idaho under strict abortion law

Law The number of people needing flights out of Idaho for emergency abortions is up sharply since the state's abortion ban took effect.
Slate Magazine
23 hours ago
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How David Pecker's Testimony Could Catch Donald Trump

Discussion on Trump's criminal trial, student protests on Gaza, and Supreme Court cases. [ more ]
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1 day ago
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Biglaw Leader Thinks Using AI Will Help His Firm Beat The Competition In The Market

Businesses charging high fees for routine work may be disrupted by technology; embracing AI for unique insights can give a competitive advantage. [ more ]
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1 day ago
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Will Supreme Court make Trump immune from Jan. 6 prosecution?

The Supreme Court is considering the extent of a former president's immunity from prosecution for official acts during their tenure. [ more ]
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1 day ago
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BREAKING: Supreme Court That Blocked Vaccine Mandates & Quarantine Orders Suddenly VERY Concerned About Immunity.

The Supreme Court is discussing whether a former president has blanket immunity from crimes related to official acts, including assassinating political rivals. [ more ]
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1 day ago
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Trump case: Supreme Court reluctant to grant full immunity to former president

The Supreme Court justices are considering whether a former president can be tried for his role in trying to subvert the 2020 presidential elections. [ more ]
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1 day ago
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SCOTUS Conservatives Show Their Whole Asses In Trump Immunity Argument

The Supreme Court heard arguments in Trump's attempt to dismiss a federal election interference case based on presidential immunity. [ more ]
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3 days ago
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Trump Attorney Gags All Over Gag Order Hearing

Cadwalader’s Todd Blanche faced critique in court over Trump’s actions violating gag order.
Blanche struggled to defend Trump’s 'Retruths' strategy in court. [ more ]
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3 days ago
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What to know in the Supreme Court case about immunity for former President Trump

The Supreme Court scheduled a special session to decide if Trump can be prosecuted for interfering with the 2020 election. [ more ]
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1 day ago
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US Supreme Court hears arguments on Trump immunity plea DW 04/25/2024

Trump seeks immunity from criminal prosecution for actions during his presidency, a decision with significant implications for his potential third presidential run. [ more ]
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1 day ago
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Lawyer Facing Ethics Probe Decides Maybe Destroying His Computer Will Help. It Does Not.

Confronted with an ethics investigation zeroing in on shady actions from securing hundreds of thousands in loans from a brain-injured client - secured by property the lawyer did not own - to failing to disclose referral fees, New Hampshire attorney Justin Nadeau apparently thought he could get out of his troubles by destroying his computer.
Above the Law
1 day ago
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The Top Law Schools For Getting Jobs (2023)

Top law schools for employment based on Class of 2023 data, with UVA leading again. [ more ]
Above the Law
1 day ago
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The Supreme Court Used To Do Its Job A Lot Faster

The Supreme Court's first-ever decided case was resolved immediately after the oral argument. [ more ]
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1 day ago
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Justice Kentanji Brown Jackson Grills Trump Attorney About Dangers of Allowing Most Powerful Person in the World' to Be Immune from Prosecution

Supreme Court Justice questions if presidents should have immunity for official acts. [ more ]
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1 day ago
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Morning Docket: 04.25.24

* Understanding this morning's oral argument over presidential immunity before
Sam Alito just makes up something instead.[ Dorf on Law]
Washingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
1 day ago
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Insomnia Cookies, Picnic Blankets: Waiting in Line for Trump's Supreme Court Case - Washingtonian

People wait overnight outside the Supreme Court to hear oral arguments, showing great dedication and interest in legal proceedings. [ more ]
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1 day ago
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US Supreme Court begins hearing on Trump immunity plea DW 04/25/2024

Trump seeks immunity from criminal prosecution during his presidency, critical for his political future and presidential precedent. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 day ago
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US supreme court to decide on Trump's claim of presidential immunity

The US Supreme Court is set to hear arguments in Trump's appeal on criminal immunity, sparking debates on presidents' accountability and justice. [ more ]
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1 day ago
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Supreme Court to hear arguments on Trump immunity case

The Supreme Court is hearing arguments on Trump's immunity claim in an election subversion case, impacting his legal battles and potential political future. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago
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Supreme Court takes up Donald Trump's claim of 'absolute immunity' from criminal prosecution

No one, including the president, is above the law, as affirmed by Supreme Court justices. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
1 day ago
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If You Care About Reproductive Rights, Keep a Close Eye on These Under-the-Radar Elections

State supreme court decisions on abortion are crucial for down-ballot races, emphasizing the importance of state judicial elections. [ more ]
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1 day ago
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Morning news brief

Law Grand jury in Arizona indicts 18 allies of ex-President Trump.
Supreme Court to hear Trump's claim he's immune from criminal prosecution.
Secretary of State Blinken meets with top Chinese officials.
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1 day ago
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The supreme court heard one of the most sadistic, extreme anti-abortion cases yet | Moira Donegan

Idaho's extreme abortion ban, prohibiting all abortions with no exceptions for rape or incest, has forced pregnant women to seek life-saving care out of state. [ more ]
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1 day ago
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Opinion | How Biden Could Turn a Supreme Court Loss on Abortion Into a Win

The Supreme Court might prioritize a case on emergency abortions and EMTALA over one limiting mifepristone access, with significant implications for reproductive rights and the upcoming election. [ more ]
Axios
1 day ago
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Supreme Court to decide Trump's fate - and its own

The Supreme Court hearing on Trump's immunity from prosecution is crucial for both him and the institution, with significant implications for the presidency's future. [ more ]
Washington Post
2 days ago
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By looking to future, Supreme Court may push Trump's D.C. trial past election

The Supreme Court's decision regarding Trump's potential prosecution could impact future presidential power and accountability. [ more ]
time.com
2 days ago
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Supreme Court to Decide Whether Donald Trump Can Be Criminally Prosecuted

The Supreme Court will decide if a former President can be subjected to criminal prosecution, raising fundamental questions on presidential power. [ more ]
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1 day ago
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US Supreme Court to hear Trump's immunity plea DW 04/25/2024

The top US court is set to hear arguments on Thursday from former President Donald Trump's legal team that he should be given immunity from criminal prosecution for any actions taken during his time in office.
Kqed
3 days ago
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California Proposes Law to Allow Arizona Doctors to Perform Abortions Amid Ban | KQED

Conservative states limiting abortion rights while others protect them. [ more ]
Above the Law
2 days ago
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This Comedian's Legal Career Is Her Best Joke

Embracing humor can help navigate through challenges in various professions. [ more ]
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1 day ago
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Justices Seemed Split on Emergency Abortion Access

Supreme Court debates emergency abortions in states with near-total bans, impacting broader abortion access and potential fetal personhood implications. [ more ]
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2 days ago
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5 Takeaways From the Supreme Court Arguments on Idaho's Abortion Ban

Idaho's near-total abortion ban challenged in Supreme Court for potentially violating federal law on emergency care. [ more ]
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2 days ago
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Supreme Court Appears Sharply Divided in Emergency Abortion Case

The Supreme Court is divided over allowing emergency abortions in states with near-total bans, impacting access to abortion in emergency rooms nationwide. [ more ]
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2 days ago
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PHOTOS: Demonstrators Gather Outside the Supreme Court as It Hears Arguments on Emergency Abortion Case - Washingtonian

The US Supreme Court is hearing a case to decide if a federal law supersedes Idaho's abortion ban. [ more ]
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2 days ago
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Two Lawsuits, in Texas and Idaho, Highlight Fight Over Emergency Medicine Law

Pressure on Supreme Court to settle federal law pre-empting state abortion bans. [ more ]
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2 days ago
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Supreme Court to Examine Clash Between Idaho Abortion Ban and Federal Law

The Supreme Court will hear arguments on the conflict between Idaho's near-total abortion ban and a federal law protecting emergency care for pregnant women. [ more ]
Above the Law
1 day ago
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Wait *How* Much Do Parters Make At This Biglaw Firm?

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1 day ago
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What to listen for during Supreme Court arguments on Donald Trump and presidential immunity

The Supreme Court hears arguments Thursday over whether Donald Trump is immune from prosecution in a case charging him with plotting to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election.
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2 days ago
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5 Takeaways From the Supreme Court Arguments on Idaho's Abortion Ban

The case before the Supreme Court questions Idaho's near-total abortion ban violating federal law on emergency care, potentially affecting multiple states and raising broader legal implications. [ more ]
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1 day ago
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Arizona House passes bill to repeal 1864 abortion ban

A proposed repeal of Arizona's near-total abortion ban, pre-dating statehood, gained approval from the House after pressure from former President Trump and U.S. Senate candidate Kari Lake. [ more ]
Truthout
2 days ago
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US Supreme Court Considers Whether Hospitals Must Provide Emergency Abortions

Pro-abortion activists rally for reproductive rights and emergency abortion care outside the US Supreme Court during Moyle v. United States case. [ more ]
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2 days ago
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Heated arguments at the Supreme Court in newest abortion case

State and federal conflict over emergency abortions debated in Supreme Court [ more ]
Above the Law
2 days ago
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More Lawyers Should Take Vacations

Vacations are crucial for work-life balance and should be taken advantage of to recharge and increase productivity. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
1 day ago
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The Lawyer Defending Idaho's Abortion Ban Irritated the One Justice He Needed On His Side

Joshua Turner's dismissive attitude towards Justice Barrett during the abortion case highlights the gender dynamics and the possible negative impact on the case outcome. [ more ]
PortlandTribune.com
2 days ago
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Supreme Court justices appear split over Idaho case regarding abortion care during emergencies

U.S. Supreme Court debates if EMTALA covers abortion during strict state bans. [ more ]
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2 days ago
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Arizona house votes to repeal near-total ban on abortion

Arizona House voted to repeal 1864 abortion ban law, facing Republican pressure amidst a battleground state scenario. [ more ]
Above the Law
2 days ago
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Don't Call It A Comeback For Cooley Law School... Because It's Probably Not A Comeback

Cooley Law School faces challenges due to misguided ambition, leading to poor outcomes like low bar passage rates. [ more ]
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2 days ago
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US Supreme Court hears arguments on Idaho abortion law this week. How did we get here?

Supreme Court to decide emergency abortion access fate in Idaho. [ more ]
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2 days ago
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Kari Lake Flip-Flops AGAIN On Arizona's Near-Total Abortion Ban, Now Wants State to Enforce 1864 Law

Kari Lake expressed changing views on abortion laws in Arizona, accusing the state government of not enforcing the existing law while pushing for an extreme abortion law. [ more ]
Above the Law
2 days ago
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Columbia Law Professors Respond To University's Police Crackdowns On Campus Free Speech

Academic institutions face criticism for prioritizing 'free speech' over due process and procedural fairness. [ more ]
Above the Law
2 days ago
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This Biglaw Firm Is Making It Rain April Showers Of Cash On All Associates

Biglaw firm Morris Nichols increases associate salaries to $210,000, aiming to attract and retain top legal talent. [ more ]
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2 days ago
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TikTok to fight US 'ban' law in courts after bill signed DW 04/24/2024

TikTok CEO pledges legal fight against US law demanding divestment from Chinese ownership. [ more ]
Above the Law
2 days ago
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Morning Docket: 04.24.24

Always critically assess sources, even established ones like National Enquirer. [ more ]
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2 days ago
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Supreme court hears rightwing challenge to emergency abortion care in hospitals live

The Supreme Court is hearing a case challenging the Biden administration's requirement for hospitals to perform abortions in emergencies. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 days ago
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L.A. sees a surge of billboards for personal injury lawyers. You'll never guess why

A surge in billboards and bus ads for personal injury law firms has occurred in Los Angeles due to pandemic-induced market conditions. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 days ago
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Opinion: California law requires police to fix these bad policies. So why haven't they?

Eyewitness identification reforms in California aim to address flaws, but implementation is lacking. [ more ]
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2 days ago
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Arizona Democrats Consider 3rd Attempt to Repeal 1864 Abortion Law

Democratic lawmakers in Arizona are attempting to repeal an 1864 law outlawing abortion, sparking a divisive battle in the Republican-controlled State Legislature. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago
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Supreme Court to consider when doctors can provide emergency abortions in states with bans

Supreme Court to decide on doctors providing abortions during medical emergencies in states with bans post-Roe v. Wade.
Restricted access in Idaho leads to challenges in emergency care, impacting women's lives and prompting federal complaints. [ more ]
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2 days ago
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Morning news brief

Law Former President Trump waits to hear if he violated a gag order.
Tesla announces profits dropped by 55%.
The Justice Department will pay $138.7 million over FBI failures in Larry Nassar case.
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2 days ago
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Two Lawsuits, in Texas and Idaho, Highlight Fight Over Emergency Medicine Law

The dismantling of the constitutional right to abortion by the Supreme Court in 2022 led to a new series of court battles over access to abortion at the state level. [ more ]
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2 days ago
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Supreme Court to examine a federal-state conflict over emergency abortions

The Supreme Court is hearing a case from Idaho focusing on abortion rights. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 days ago
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Opinion | The Supreme Court Has Already Botched the Trump Immunity Case

The Supreme Court's delay in reviewing Donald Trump's immunity case undermines legal accountability and democratic values. [ more ]
New York Post
2 days ago
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Alvin Bragg has his Trump trial, all he needs now is a crime

The Manhattan District Attorney's case against Donald Trump is criticized as politically motivated and legally ambiguous, focusing on an unconventional criminal theory. [ more ]
Above the Law
2 days ago
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At Some Law Schools, The Role Of Dean Has Always Been A Man's Job

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Boston.com
3 days ago
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Jury selection continues in Karen Read's murder trial, but opening statements are on the horizon

Jury selection for Karen Read murder trial extends due to possible juror availability issues. [ more ]
Above the Law
2 days ago
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Get A Whiff Of This - See Also

Is That The Smell Of History Or The Defendant?
: Tooting Trump stinks up the court house.
Above the Law
3 days ago
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Butler Snow Gets The Jump On Associate Recruitment Really Early

Fostering diversity and early career exposure through internship programs. [ more ]
Above the Law
3 days ago
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Elite Law School Reigns Supreme In The U.S. News Law School Omnibus Specialty Rankings

The 2024-2025 U.S. News law school rankings focused on specialty programs rather than general rankings. [ more ]
Patently-O
2 days ago
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UMKC School of Law Wins National Patent Application Drafting Competition

Encouraging law students to participate in patent drafting competitions can lead to successful careers in patent prosecution. [ more ]
Above the Law
3 days ago
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Watergate Lawyer Shares Worries Over Trump's Presidential Immunity Claims At The Supreme Court

The concept of presidential immunity may be expanded, allowing former President Trump to claim immunity from criminal prosecution. [ more ]
Fast Company
3 days ago
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The Supreme Court will decide the fate of emergency abortions. Here is what's at stake

Hospitals face legal conflicts in states with abortion restrictions, caught between federal and state laws during medical emergencies. [ more ]
Above the Law
3 days ago
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Law Firm Partners Made BANK Last Year And There's Nothing Clients Can Do About It

Clients complain about associate raises but partner rate hikes go unnoticed. Partner rates rose significantly last year, driven by Biglaw firms. [ more ]
Above the Law
3 days ago
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The Peter Principle Of Excessive Drinking

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Above the Law
3 days ago
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New Clerkships Database Empowers Law Clerks To Review Their Bosses

The Legal Accountability Project launched a Centralized Clerkships Database to increase transparency and democratize judicial clerkship information. [ more ]
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3 days ago
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What's at stake as the Supreme Court hears Idaho case about abortion in emergencies

Abortion case before Supreme Court due to conflict between Idaho law and federal emergency care law. [ more ]
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