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Above the Law
3 weeks ago
JavaScript

The Most Harmony At The Beginning Of A Term In The Modern Supreme Court

The number of oral arguments per term at the Supreme Court has decreased significantly over the years, leading to a potential rise in consensus among the justices. [ more ]
Above the Law
3 months ago
Law

The Circuit Barrage: The Justices' Divergent Votes Based On Lower Courts

The Supreme Court often has split decisions, with a higher number of 6-3 splits than unanimous decisions in the 2021 Term.
Differences in the justices' views are evident not only in their written opinions but also in oral arguments. [ more ]
Above the Law
3 months ago
Law

Measuring Oral Arguments In The 2023/2024 Term

Justice Jackson is the most active justice in oral arguments, while Justice Thomas is the least active.
The relative engagement of justices in oral arguments may not necessarily dictate their role in writing opinions. [ more ]
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