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Justice is Not Silent: The Case Against One-Word Affirmances in the Federal Circuit

The Federal Circuit's different application of Rule 36 necessitates Supreme Court intervention to address inconsistencies across Circuit Courts. A clear need for judicial accountability exists.

Ninth Circuit Reverses Probation Sentence for Paige Thompson

Sentences vacated and remanded for re-sentencing of Paige Thompson signify judicial scrutiny on significant downward variances from federal guidelines.

Justice is Not Silent: The Case Against One-Word Affirmances in the Federal Circuit

The Federal Circuit's different application of Rule 36 necessitates Supreme Court intervention to address inconsistencies across Circuit Courts. A clear need for judicial accountability exists.

Ninth Circuit Reverses Probation Sentence for Paige Thompson

Sentences vacated and remanded for re-sentencing of Paige Thompson signify judicial scrutiny on significant downward variances from federal guidelines.

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The "Rock star" Rape Defense

The 'rock star' defense misuses logic, falsely equating social status with immunity from sexual coercion.

#patent-law

Patent Law Year in Review: Top-Nine Topics for 2025

The U.S. patent landscape is shifting dramatically with changes in administration, impacting policies and the backlog of patents.

Key court decisions are reshaping design patent analysis towards flexibility, responding to evolving global standards.

CAFC Scolds District Court for Straying from 'Party Presentation' Principle

The CAFC reversed the district court's ruling on patent eligibility, noting a fundamental error in its assessment process.

Is it Time to Abolish the Federal Circuit? | IPWatchdog

The Federal Circuit's recent focus is increasingly detached from patent law, questioning its necessity in current judicial context.

The Reverse Doctrine of Equivalents: An "Anachronistic Exception" Lives Another Day

The article discusses the Steuben Foods appeal and its implications for the reverse doctrine of equivalents in patent law.

Assembling the Obviousness Puzzle: Why Piecemeal Prior Art Analysis Falls Short

The Federal Circuit found significant flaws in PTAB's analysis regarding motivation to combine references and treating prior art references in isolation.

Patent Law Year in Review: Top-Nine Topics for 2025

The U.S. patent landscape is shifting dramatically with changes in administration, impacting policies and the backlog of patents.

Key court decisions are reshaping design patent analysis towards flexibility, responding to evolving global standards.

CAFC Scolds District Court for Straying from 'Party Presentation' Principle

The CAFC reversed the district court's ruling on patent eligibility, noting a fundamental error in its assessment process.

Is it Time to Abolish the Federal Circuit? | IPWatchdog

The Federal Circuit's recent focus is increasingly detached from patent law, questioning its necessity in current judicial context.

The Reverse Doctrine of Equivalents: An "Anachronistic Exception" Lives Another Day

The article discusses the Steuben Foods appeal and its implications for the reverse doctrine of equivalents in patent law.

Assembling the Obviousness Puzzle: Why Piecemeal Prior Art Analysis Falls Short

The Federal Circuit found significant flaws in PTAB's analysis regarding motivation to combine references and treating prior art references in isolation.

morepatent-law

#trump-administration

The Supreme Court Foreign-Aid Ruling Is a Bad Sign for Trump

The Supreme Court ruling indicates potential setbacks for the Trump administration in managing foreign aid obligations.

MSNBC Legal Analyst Warns Morning Joe Against Prematurely Branding Trump Court Order Chaos' A Constitutional Crisis'

Cevallos cautions against labeling judiciary pushback against Trump as a constitutional crisis until the administration ignores court orders.

Biglaw Firms Introduce 'Trump Trackers' To Keep Up With White House Executive Orders - Above the Law

Biglaw firms have created tools to track and analyze Trump's executive orders amid constitutional concerns.

Dear Jurisprudence: Should Joe Biden Just Add the Equal Rights Amendment to the Constitution?

The Equal Rights Amendment is facing significant legal challenges but remains a crucial issue for guaranteeing sex-based equality in the U.S. Constitution.

Dear Jurisprudence: Could Trump Really Run for a Third Term?

The ongoing discussion reflects a significant concern over the future of the law in the context of potential Trump administration authority.

CNN's Elliot Williams Flabergasted By Trump DOJ Telling Judge His Oral Order Is Not Enforceable: Never Seen An Argument Like That'

The Trump DOJ's claim about the lack of written orders diminishing the impact of a judge's verbal ruling lacks merit.

The Supreme Court Foreign-Aid Ruling Is a Bad Sign for Trump

The Supreme Court ruling indicates potential setbacks for the Trump administration in managing foreign aid obligations.

MSNBC Legal Analyst Warns Morning Joe Against Prematurely Branding Trump Court Order Chaos' A Constitutional Crisis'

Cevallos cautions against labeling judiciary pushback against Trump as a constitutional crisis until the administration ignores court orders.

Biglaw Firms Introduce 'Trump Trackers' To Keep Up With White House Executive Orders - Above the Law

Biglaw firms have created tools to track and analyze Trump's executive orders amid constitutional concerns.

Dear Jurisprudence: Should Joe Biden Just Add the Equal Rights Amendment to the Constitution?

The Equal Rights Amendment is facing significant legal challenges but remains a crucial issue for guaranteeing sex-based equality in the U.S. Constitution.

Dear Jurisprudence: Could Trump Really Run for a Third Term?

The ongoing discussion reflects a significant concern over the future of the law in the context of potential Trump administration authority.

CNN's Elliot Williams Flabergasted By Trump DOJ Telling Judge His Oral Order Is Not Enforceable: Never Seen An Argument Like That'

The Trump DOJ's claim about the lack of written orders diminishing the impact of a judge's verbal ruling lacks merit.

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#pardons

Newsmax Legal Analyst Stomps Out Notion Trump Can Just Throw Out the Biden Pardons: More a Political Statement Than a Legal One'

Trump's claim that Biden's pardons are void lacks legal grounding, according to analysts.

Fox's Jonathan Turley Defends Trump's Sweeping Jan. 6 Pardons Because They Were Treated Poorly

Trump's pardons for January 6 rioters ignites controversy and debate about legal accountability and justice.

Newsmax Legal Analyst Stomps Out Notion Trump Can Just Throw Out the Biden Pardons: More a Political Statement Than a Legal One'

Trump's claim that Biden's pardons are void lacks legal grounding, according to analysts.

Fox's Jonathan Turley Defends Trump's Sweeping Jan. 6 Pardons Because They Were Treated Poorly

Trump's pardons for January 6 rioters ignites controversy and debate about legal accountability and justice.

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Emil Bove Calls Resignation in Face of Unethical Order "Misconduct" - emptywheel

Clement advises dismissal of Adams' prosecution, ignoring contradictory Flynn case details.

#eric-adams

Lawyer Appointed in Adams Case Says Charges Should Be Dropped

Lawyer recommends dismissal with prejudice of corruption charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams to prevent political manipulation by the government.

Chad Mizelle's Appearance of Impropriety - emptywheel

The case against Mayor Eric Adams raises serious legal questions about the foundations of public corruption law.

CNN's Elie Honig Laughs Off Eric Adams's Claim That He's Being Targeted for Fighting for New Yorkers

New York City's Mayor Eric Adams is now a defendant in a federal criminal case, marking a historical first for a sitting mayor.

CNN's Elie Honig Tees Off on Trump DOJ's Bizarre,' Worrisome' Attempt to Save Eric Adams: Never Seen Anything Like It'

The DOJ memo dismissing charges against Mayor Adams is unprecedented and politically motivated, raising concerns about legal integrity.

Fox News' Andy McCarthy Roasts Eric Adams's Defense Attorney: That Didn't Sound Like a Defense'

Andy McCarthy critiques Mayor Adams's defense as sounding more like mitigation rather than a genuine defense against serious charges.

Lawyer Appointed in Adams Case Says Charges Should Be Dropped

Lawyer recommends dismissal with prejudice of corruption charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams to prevent political manipulation by the government.

Chad Mizelle's Appearance of Impropriety - emptywheel

The case against Mayor Eric Adams raises serious legal questions about the foundations of public corruption law.

CNN's Elie Honig Laughs Off Eric Adams's Claim That He's Being Targeted for Fighting for New Yorkers

New York City's Mayor Eric Adams is now a defendant in a federal criminal case, marking a historical first for a sitting mayor.

CNN's Elie Honig Tees Off on Trump DOJ's Bizarre,' Worrisome' Attempt to Save Eric Adams: Never Seen Anything Like It'

The DOJ memo dismissing charges against Mayor Adams is unprecedented and politically motivated, raising concerns about legal integrity.

Fox News' Andy McCarthy Roasts Eric Adams's Defense Attorney: That Didn't Sound Like a Defense'

Andy McCarthy critiques Mayor Adams's defense as sounding more like mitigation rather than a genuine defense against serious charges.

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#political-commentary

CNN's Elie Honig Slams Judge for Inappropriate' Jab at Trump: He's Making a Perfectly Reasonable, Good-Faith Argument'

Elie Honig criticized a judge for politically charged comments in a ruling against Trump's NLRB chair firing.

Jonathan Turley: Homan Looking to Prosecute AOC Is Baseless

Prosecuting Rep. Ocasio-Cortez for advising migrants would infringe on free speech rights, according to legal analyst Jonathan Turley.

CNN's Elie Honig Slams Judge for Inappropriate' Jab at Trump: He's Making a Perfectly Reasonable, Good-Faith Argument'

Elie Honig criticized a judge for politically charged comments in a ruling against Trump's NLRB chair firing.

Jonathan Turley: Homan Looking to Prosecute AOC Is Baseless

Prosecuting Rep. Ocasio-Cortez for advising migrants would infringe on free speech rights, according to legal analyst Jonathan Turley.

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My Phone Went Crazy': CNN's Elie Honig Excoriates Pam Bondi Over Bizarre' Press Conference Announcing Charges' Against Top Democrats

Attorney General Pam Bondi's announcement of charges against NY Democrats lacked basic legal protocol, highlighting significant incompetence.

Johnny Depp's lawyer addresses Justin Baldoni's 'bold' and 'aggressive' tactics in Blake Lively legal battle

Justin Baldoni's lawsuit against Blake Lively employs aggressive legal tactics, drawing insights from high-profile lawyer Benjamin Chew, highlighting the evolving dynamics of celebrity legal battles.

#consumer-protection

Consumer advocates call California Realtors' buyer rep agreement 'unreadable'

CAR's buyer representation agreement in California is criticized for being unreadable and designed to circumvent NAR's settlement agreement.

Enforcement experts fear the wild west of a weaker CFPB

The pause in CFPB activities during an administration change is a routine process that allows for a review of open enforcement matters.

Consumer advocates call California Realtors' buyer rep agreement 'unreadable'

CAR's buyer representation agreement in California is criticized for being unreadable and designed to circumvent NAR's settlement agreement.

Enforcement experts fear the wild west of a weaker CFPB

The pause in CFPB activities during an administration change is a routine process that allows for a review of open enforcement matters.

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#judicial-opinions

Want To Annoy A Federal Judge? File This Kind Of Motion - Above the Law

Motions to strike class action complaints are strongly disfavored without discovery.

Judges express disdain for certain legal motions in class action litigations.

Legalytics: Big Cases By The Numbers

Case importance can be assessed through measurable elements like dollar value and case complexity, despite its inherent subjectivity.

Want To Annoy A Federal Judge? File This Kind Of Motion - Above the Law

Motions to strike class action complaints are strongly disfavored without discovery.

Judges express disdain for certain legal motions in class action litigations.

Legalytics: Big Cases By The Numbers

Case importance can be assessed through measurable elements like dollar value and case complexity, despite its inherent subjectivity.

morejudicial-opinions

Trump's order says he won't enforce the TikTok ban. Will that be enough for Apple and Google?

Trump's executive order grants TikTok 75 more days to operate in the US amidst legal uncertainties.

#equal-rights-amendment

Was 1972 the High-Water Mark for Women's Rights in America?

The Equal Rights Amendment was finally ratified by Virginia in 2020, but its status remains legally uncertain after President Biden's announcement.

CNN's Arlette Saenz Downplays Biden Declaring ERA the Law of the Land: Legal Precedent Has Not Changed'

President Biden's declaration of the Equal Rights Amendment as law reflects his opinion but lacks immediate legal force and recognition by the National Archives.

Was 1972 the High-Water Mark for Women's Rights in America?

The Equal Rights Amendment was finally ratified by Virginia in 2020, but its status remains legally uncertain after President Biden's announcement.

CNN's Arlette Saenz Downplays Biden Declaring ERA the Law of the Land: Legal Precedent Has Not Changed'

President Biden's declaration of the Equal Rights Amendment as law reflects his opinion but lacks immediate legal force and recognition by the National Archives.

moreequal-rights-amendment

Texas defends requiring ID for porn to SCOTUS: "We've done this forever"

The Texas law aiming to enforce age verification for adult content faces scrutiny for its effectiveness and implications for free expression.

#supreme-court

It's Time for the Supreme Court to Repudiate Gender Ideology

Gorsuch has the opportunity to correct his prior decision, which critics argue led to major societal and legal ramifications regarding transgender rights.

Amy Coney Barrett: The Supreme Court's New Swing Vote?

Justice Barrett may position herself as the swing vote, balancing moderation against the conservative majority.

Sam Alito Failing To Recuse From This Trump Case Would Be a Historic Farce

The ongoing legal cases surrounding Trump signal an attempt to erase both his criminal liability and the historical evidence of his actions.

Alito and Thomas Have Already Taken the Most-Contradictory Positions of the Supreme Court Term

Justices Alito and Thomas demonstrate a contradictory approach to parental rights in legal judgments regarding gender identity issues.

Opinion: Supreme Court immunity ruling isn't just bad, it's unconstitutional

The Supreme Court's immunity decision undermines constitutional duties of the president.

There Are Some Big Supreme Court Cases Coming Up

The distinction between rights and privileges has shifted to hinge on Supreme Court opinions, affecting personal liberties and civil rights.

It's Time for the Supreme Court to Repudiate Gender Ideology

Gorsuch has the opportunity to correct his prior decision, which critics argue led to major societal and legal ramifications regarding transgender rights.

Amy Coney Barrett: The Supreme Court's New Swing Vote?

Justice Barrett may position herself as the swing vote, balancing moderation against the conservative majority.

Sam Alito Failing To Recuse From This Trump Case Would Be a Historic Farce

The ongoing legal cases surrounding Trump signal an attempt to erase both his criminal liability and the historical evidence of his actions.

Alito and Thomas Have Already Taken the Most-Contradictory Positions of the Supreme Court Term

Justices Alito and Thomas demonstrate a contradictory approach to parental rights in legal judgments regarding gender identity issues.

Opinion: Supreme Court immunity ruling isn't just bad, it's unconstitutional

The Supreme Court's immunity decision undermines constitutional duties of the president.

There Are Some Big Supreme Court Cases Coming Up

The distinction between rights and privileges has shifted to hinge on Supreme Court opinions, affecting personal liberties and civil rights.

moresupreme-court

#donald-trump

Judge Cannon tossing Trump's case raises risk for acting prosecutors

Cannon's ruling could threaten the future of special counsels and federal prosecutors serving in temporary roles.

The legitimacy of federally appointed officials may be increasingly challenged following this court decision.

French: Jack Smith's new case against Trump is much stronger than his old one

Prosecutors assess charges based on strength and clarity, with the goal of presenting cases that are both strong and easily understandable.

The Constitution is Sacred. Is It Also Dangerous?

The Constitution is increasingly viewed as a barrier to democracy, especially in light of Donald Trump's presidency and its electoral mechanics.

Why We're Talking About the Loophole That Could Give Trump a Third Term

Discussion on the possibility of Donald Trump securing a third presidential term through a loophole in the 22nd Amendment.

Trump Probably Won't Have Much Luck With His Appeal

Chances of Trump's conviction being reversed on appeal are slim due to historical low overturn rates.

What Aileen Cannon Is Trying to Do With Jack Smith's Trump Report Is Actually Lawless

Aileen Cannon's latest order to block the release of Jack Smith's report on Trump exceeds her judicial authority and undermines transparency.

Judge Cannon tossing Trump's case raises risk for acting prosecutors

Cannon's ruling could threaten the future of special counsels and federal prosecutors serving in temporary roles.

The legitimacy of federally appointed officials may be increasingly challenged following this court decision.

French: Jack Smith's new case against Trump is much stronger than his old one

Prosecutors assess charges based on strength and clarity, with the goal of presenting cases that are both strong and easily understandable.

The Constitution is Sacred. Is It Also Dangerous?

The Constitution is increasingly viewed as a barrier to democracy, especially in light of Donald Trump's presidency and its electoral mechanics.

Why We're Talking About the Loophole That Could Give Trump a Third Term

Discussion on the possibility of Donald Trump securing a third presidential term through a loophole in the 22nd Amendment.

Trump Probably Won't Have Much Luck With His Appeal

Chances of Trump's conviction being reversed on appeal are slim due to historical low overturn rates.

What Aileen Cannon Is Trying to Do With Jack Smith's Trump Report Is Actually Lawless

Aileen Cannon's latest order to block the release of Jack Smith's report on Trump exceeds her judicial authority and undermines transparency.

moredonald-trump

#trump

Trump's criminal conviction won't stop him from getting security clearance as president

A president-elect with a criminal conviction faces significant barriers to accessing classified information vital for national security.

Fox & Friends Immediately Dismiss Jack Smith Report on Trump's Election Interference: Nothing More Than a Prosecution On Paper'

Fox & Friends dismissed the detailed report on Trump's alleged election interference as partisan lawfare and not particularly new.

Trump's criminal conviction won't stop him from getting security clearance as president

A president-elect with a criminal conviction faces significant barriers to accessing classified information vital for national security.

Fox & Friends Immediately Dismiss Jack Smith Report on Trump's Election Interference: Nothing More Than a Prosecution On Paper'

Fox & Friends dismissed the detailed report on Trump's alleged election interference as partisan lawfare and not particularly new.

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WATCH SOON: Officials give update after convicted Vallejo kidnapper Matthew Muller faces new charges

Matthew Muller, previously convicted of kidnapping, is now facing new charges for additional crimes, indicating a broader pattern of predatory behavior.

#political-pressure

Devlin Barrett Makes Shit Up about Hunter Biden, Again - emptywheel

Journalism oversimplifies complex legal issues, leading to the propagation of misleading narratives in political contexts.

Alexander Smirnov's Vetting - emptywheel

The DOJ had reasons to doubt Alexander Smirnov's credibility earlier, yet chose to promote his claims under political pressure.

Devlin Barrett Makes Shit Up about Hunter Biden, Again - emptywheel

Journalism oversimplifies complex legal issues, leading to the propagation of misleading narratives in political contexts.

Alexander Smirnov's Vetting - emptywheel

The DOJ had reasons to doubt Alexander Smirnov's credibility earlier, yet chose to promote his claims under political pressure.

morepolitical-pressure

Dear Jurisprudence: Why Don't Voters Care About the Dang Courts?

The coverage of the courts needs to relate more to people's lives and democratic engagement.

CNN Legal Analyst Elie Honig Says Gaetz Can't Block Release of House Ethics Report

Matt Gaetz cannot legally prevent the release of the House Ethics Committee report, as Congress has the authority to disclose it.

The President Looking To Change The Composition Of The Federal Courts

Bill Clinton is the only U.S. President to appoint more women to the federal judiciary than men.

Strange legal move by Manhattan DA Bragg led to Daniel Penny acquittal, experts say: 'Botched'

The dismissal of top charges against Daniel Penny led to his acquittal, highlighting potential miscalculations by Manhattan prosecutors.

Legal experts criticize the handling of the case, pointing out failures in judicial discretion.

Legal Podcast "The Briefing" by Weintraub Tobin Celebrates 200 Episodes

The Briefing podcast celebrates 200 episodes of dissecting IP law and its impact on creativity and innovation in entertainment.

#presidential-immunity

"Without Prejudice:" Jack Smith Moves to Dismiss the DC Case - emptywheel

The indictment against Donald Trump must be dismissed due to the categorical prohibition on indicting a sitting President.

MSNBC Legal Analyst Shuts Down Claim Trump Can Assassinate' Rivals Thanks to Immunity Ruling

The Supreme Court's ruling on Trump's immunity case doesn't grant him impunity to assassinate a political rival.

Kayleigh McEnany Shows Off Harvard Law Degree Asking Why State Criminal Cases Aren't In Federal Court

Former Trump press secretary in legal analysis controversy due to misconceptions about federal courts and presidential immunity.

CNN Analyst Torpedoes Trump By Floating President Kidnapping and Harming' Supreme Court Justice To Appoint New One

Former President Trump's claim of presidential immunity was challenged by an example of extreme scenarios by CNN legal analyst Elliot Williams.

"Without Prejudice:" Jack Smith Moves to Dismiss the DC Case - emptywheel

The indictment against Donald Trump must be dismissed due to the categorical prohibition on indicting a sitting President.

MSNBC Legal Analyst Shuts Down Claim Trump Can Assassinate' Rivals Thanks to Immunity Ruling

The Supreme Court's ruling on Trump's immunity case doesn't grant him impunity to assassinate a political rival.

Kayleigh McEnany Shows Off Harvard Law Degree Asking Why State Criminal Cases Aren't In Federal Court

Former Trump press secretary in legal analysis controversy due to misconceptions about federal courts and presidential immunity.

CNN Analyst Torpedoes Trump By Floating President Kidnapping and Harming' Supreme Court Justice To Appoint New One

Former President Trump's claim of presidential immunity was challenged by an example of extreme scenarios by CNN legal analyst Elliot Williams.

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#jack-smith

Toobin Warns Congressional Republicans to Be Careful What You Ask For' If They Call Jack Smith to Testify

Congressional Republicans may regret holding hearings on Jack Smith's prosecutions of Trump, as it could negatively impact Trump more than they anticipate.

How to Read the Immunity Appendix - emptywheel

The immunity brief's appendix consists of four volumes of interview transcripts that clarify and substantiate material presented in the brief.

Elie Honig Makes Pitch To Become Donald Trump's Favorite Legal Analyst

Elie Honig's legal analysis of Trump's case lacks consideration of its exceptional context and nuances, rendering it less relevant to the ongoing situation.

Toobin Warns Congressional Republicans to Be Careful What You Ask For' If They Call Jack Smith to Testify

Congressional Republicans may regret holding hearings on Jack Smith's prosecutions of Trump, as it could negatively impact Trump more than they anticipate.

How to Read the Immunity Appendix - emptywheel

The immunity brief's appendix consists of four volumes of interview transcripts that clarify and substantiate material presented in the brief.

Elie Honig Makes Pitch To Become Donald Trump's Favorite Legal Analyst

Elie Honig's legal analysis of Trump's case lacks consideration of its exceptional context and nuances, rendering it less relevant to the ongoing situation.

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#public-perception

That's Simply Not Accurate!' CNN Analyst Rejects Narrative' Jack Smith Dropped Trump Bombshell For Election

Elliot Williams defends the timing of the Special Counsel's filing as court-mandated, dismissing claims of political motives 30 days before the election.

Karen Read retrial: Legal experts weigh in on what the new special prosecutor means for Round 2

Hank Brennan's fresh perspective is key for the retrial of Karen Read as it aims to address previous trial issues.

That's Simply Not Accurate!' CNN Analyst Rejects Narrative' Jack Smith Dropped Trump Bombshell For Election

Elliot Williams defends the timing of the Special Counsel's filing as court-mandated, dismissing claims of political motives 30 days before the election.

Karen Read retrial: Legal experts weigh in on what the new special prosecutor means for Round 2

Hank Brennan's fresh perspective is key for the retrial of Karen Read as it aims to address previous trial issues.

morepublic-perception

#sean-combs

CNN's Elie Honig Says Sean Diddy' Combs Could Spend the Rest of His Life in Prison Over Sex Trafficking Charge

Sean Combs faces serious federal charges that could result in life imprisonment.

The indictment involves racketeering and severe sex trafficking allegations.

'The View' hosts joke that owning lubricant 'ain't a crime' after Diddy's sex trafficking arrest

The View hosts discussed Sean Combs' indictment for sex trafficking, highlighting legal implications and the bizarre details of the investigation.

CNN's Elie Honig Says Sean Diddy' Combs Could Spend the Rest of His Life in Prison Over Sex Trafficking Charge

Sean Combs faces serious federal charges that could result in life imprisonment.

The indictment involves racketeering and severe sex trafficking allegations.

'The View' hosts joke that owning lubricant 'ain't a crime' after Diddy's sex trafficking arrest

The View hosts discussed Sean Combs' indictment for sex trafficking, highlighting legal implications and the bizarre details of the investigation.

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Tyreek Hill and officer who detained him may have both broken law, legal experts say

The traffic stop involving Tyreek Hill involved excessive force by the police, raising questions about legal conduct and constitutional rights.

UK drops planned Israel arrest warrant challenge

The UK government will not challenge the ICC's arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, leaving it to the court's determination.

Elie Honig Pillories Ridiculous' Marjorie Taylor Greene for Wild Claim That Biden Tried to Kill Trump

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene made baseless claims of a planned assassination of Donald Trump by the FBI during a search warrant execution at Mar-a-Lago.

Fox's Jonathan Turley Says Trump Has No Shot Getting Judge Booted from Hush Money Trial: Would Be Easier to Move the Courthouse'

Trump's attempt to remove the judge in his hush money trial is likely to fail.

Legal analyst Jonathan Turley believes the argument for the judge's recusal lacks direct evidence and is unlikely to succeed.

#privacy-law

IAPP publishes seventh edition of 'Privacy Law Fundamentals'

Solove and Schwartz analyze key provisions of privacy statutes and leading cases

The book covers agency enforcement actions and is available in print and digital versions

IAPP publishes seventh edition of 'Privacy Law Fundamentals'

Solove and Schwartz published 7th edition of 'Privacy Law Fundamentals'.

The book covers key provisions, leading cases, agency enforcement actions.

IAPP publishes seventh edition of 'Privacy Law Fundamentals'

Solove and Schwartz analyze key provisions of privacy statutes and leading cases

The book covers agency enforcement actions and is available in print and digital versions

IAPP publishes seventh edition of 'Privacy Law Fundamentals'

Solove and Schwartz published 7th edition of 'Privacy Law Fundamentals'.

The book covers key provisions, leading cases, agency enforcement actions.

moreprivacy-law

The Texas Immigration Law Is Doomed

Texas law SB-4, granting state officials immigration law enforcement power, is predicted to fail due to constitutional constraints.

Legal analysis sometimes involves predicting outcomes based on practicality rather than searching for correct answers through case law.

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Justice is Not Silent: The Case Against One-Word Affirmances in the Federal Circuit

Ninth Circuit Reverses Probation Sentence for Paige Thompson

Justice is Not Silent: The Case Against One-Word Affirmances in the Federal Circuit

Ninth Circuit Reverses Probation Sentence for Paige Thompson

The "Rock star" Rape Defense

Patent Law Year in Review: Top-Nine Topics for 2025

CAFC Scolds District Court for Straying from 'Party Presentation' Principle

Is it Time to Abolish the Federal Circuit? | IPWatchdog

The Reverse Doctrine of Equivalents: An "Anachronistic Exception" Lives Another Day

Assembling the Obviousness Puzzle: Why Piecemeal Prior Art Analysis Falls Short

Patent Law Year in Review: Top-Nine Topics for 2025

CAFC Scolds District Court for Straying from 'Party Presentation' Principle

Is it Time to Abolish the Federal Circuit? | IPWatchdog

The Reverse Doctrine of Equivalents: An "Anachronistic Exception" Lives Another Day

Assembling the Obviousness Puzzle: Why Piecemeal Prior Art Analysis Falls Short

The Supreme Court Foreign-Aid Ruling Is a Bad Sign for Trump

MSNBC Legal Analyst Warns Morning Joe Against Prematurely Branding Trump Court Order Chaos' A Constitutional Crisis'

Biglaw Firms Introduce 'Trump Trackers' To Keep Up With White House Executive Orders - Above the Law

Dear Jurisprudence: Should Joe Biden Just Add the Equal Rights Amendment to the Constitution?

Dear Jurisprudence: Could Trump Really Run for a Third Term?

CNN's Elliot Williams Flabergasted By Trump DOJ Telling Judge His Oral Order Is Not Enforceable: Never Seen An Argument Like That'

The Supreme Court Foreign-Aid Ruling Is a Bad Sign for Trump

MSNBC Legal Analyst Warns Morning Joe Against Prematurely Branding Trump Court Order Chaos' A Constitutional Crisis'

Biglaw Firms Introduce 'Trump Trackers' To Keep Up With White House Executive Orders - Above the Law

Dear Jurisprudence: Should Joe Biden Just Add the Equal Rights Amendment to the Constitution?

Dear Jurisprudence: Could Trump Really Run for a Third Term?

CNN's Elliot Williams Flabergasted By Trump DOJ Telling Judge His Oral Order Is Not Enforceable: Never Seen An Argument Like That'

Newsmax Legal Analyst Stomps Out Notion Trump Can Just Throw Out the Biden Pardons: More a Political Statement Than a Legal One'

Fox's Jonathan Turley Defends Trump's Sweeping Jan. 6 Pardons Because They Were Treated Poorly

Newsmax Legal Analyst Stomps Out Notion Trump Can Just Throw Out the Biden Pardons: More a Political Statement Than a Legal One'

Fox's Jonathan Turley Defends Trump's Sweeping Jan. 6 Pardons Because They Were Treated Poorly

Emil Bove Calls Resignation in Face of Unethical Order "Misconduct" - emptywheel

Lawyer Appointed in Adams Case Says Charges Should Be Dropped

Chad Mizelle's Appearance of Impropriety - emptywheel

CNN's Elie Honig Laughs Off Eric Adams's Claim That He's Being Targeted for Fighting for New Yorkers

CNN's Elie Honig Tees Off on Trump DOJ's Bizarre,' Worrisome' Attempt to Save Eric Adams: Never Seen Anything Like It'

Fox News' Andy McCarthy Roasts Eric Adams's Defense Attorney: That Didn't Sound Like a Defense'

Lawyer Appointed in Adams Case Says Charges Should Be Dropped

Chad Mizelle's Appearance of Impropriety - emptywheel

CNN's Elie Honig Laughs Off Eric Adams's Claim That He's Being Targeted for Fighting for New Yorkers

CNN's Elie Honig Tees Off on Trump DOJ's Bizarre,' Worrisome' Attempt to Save Eric Adams: Never Seen Anything Like It'

Fox News' Andy McCarthy Roasts Eric Adams's Defense Attorney: That Didn't Sound Like a Defense'

CNN's Elie Honig Slams Judge for Inappropriate' Jab at Trump: He's Making a Perfectly Reasonable, Good-Faith Argument'

Jonathan Turley: Homan Looking to Prosecute AOC Is Baseless

CNN's Elie Honig Slams Judge for Inappropriate' Jab at Trump: He's Making a Perfectly Reasonable, Good-Faith Argument'

Jonathan Turley: Homan Looking to Prosecute AOC Is Baseless

My Phone Went Crazy': CNN's Elie Honig Excoriates Pam Bondi Over Bizarre' Press Conference Announcing Charges' Against Top Democrats

Johnny Depp's lawyer addresses Justin Baldoni's 'bold' and 'aggressive' tactics in Blake Lively legal battle

Consumer advocates call California Realtors' buyer rep agreement 'unreadable'

Enforcement experts fear the wild west of a weaker CFPB

Consumer advocates call California Realtors' buyer rep agreement 'unreadable'

Enforcement experts fear the wild west of a weaker CFPB

Want To Annoy A Federal Judge? File This Kind Of Motion - Above the Law

Legalytics: Big Cases By The Numbers

Want To Annoy A Federal Judge? File This Kind Of Motion - Above the Law

Legalytics: Big Cases By The Numbers

Trump's order says he won't enforce the TikTok ban. Will that be enough for Apple and Google?

Was 1972 the High-Water Mark for Women's Rights in America?

CNN's Arlette Saenz Downplays Biden Declaring ERA the Law of the Land: Legal Precedent Has Not Changed'

Was 1972 the High-Water Mark for Women's Rights in America?

CNN's Arlette Saenz Downplays Biden Declaring ERA the Law of the Land: Legal Precedent Has Not Changed'

Texas defends requiring ID for porn to SCOTUS: "We've done this forever"

It's Time for the Supreme Court to Repudiate Gender Ideology

Amy Coney Barrett: The Supreme Court's New Swing Vote?

Sam Alito Failing To Recuse From This Trump Case Would Be a Historic Farce

Alito and Thomas Have Already Taken the Most-Contradictory Positions of the Supreme Court Term

Opinion: Supreme Court immunity ruling isn't just bad, it's unconstitutional

There Are Some Big Supreme Court Cases Coming Up

It's Time for the Supreme Court to Repudiate Gender Ideology

Amy Coney Barrett: The Supreme Court's New Swing Vote?

Sam Alito Failing To Recuse From This Trump Case Would Be a Historic Farce

Alito and Thomas Have Already Taken the Most-Contradictory Positions of the Supreme Court Term

Opinion: Supreme Court immunity ruling isn't just bad, it's unconstitutional

There Are Some Big Supreme Court Cases Coming Up

Judge Cannon tossing Trump's case raises risk for acting prosecutors

French: Jack Smith's new case against Trump is much stronger than his old one

The Constitution is Sacred. Is It Also Dangerous?

Why We're Talking About the Loophole That Could Give Trump a Third Term

Trump Probably Won't Have Much Luck With His Appeal

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