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Beatriz v El Salvador: the abortion case that could set a precedent across Latin America

Morena Herrera's advocacy for abortion rights faces challenges from misinformation and a restrictive legal environment in El Salvador.

New Mexico supreme court strikes down local abortion pill restrictions

The New Mexico Supreme Court struck down local ordinances aimed at limiting abortion pill distribution, affirming state legislative authority over reproductive healthcare regulations.

Beatriz v El Salvador: the abortion case that could set a precedent across Latin America

Morena Herrera's advocacy for abortion rights faces challenges from misinformation and a restrictive legal environment in El Salvador.

New Mexico supreme court strikes down local abortion pill restrictions

The New Mexico Supreme Court struck down local ordinances aimed at limiting abortion pill distribution, affirming state legislative authority over reproductive healthcare regulations.
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#donald-trump

Aileen Cannon, Judge in Trump Assassination Case, Refuses to Recuse Herself

Judge Aileen M. Cannon maintains her impartiality amidst scrutiny regarding her prior rulings in favor of former President Trump in separate cases.

Special Counsel Asks Appeals Court to Revive Trump Classified Documents Case After Judge Cannon Ruling

Jack Smith urges reinstatement of Trump's classified documents case, asserting Judge Cannon's dismissal contradicts legal precedents and undermines federal governance.

Aileen Cannon, Judge in Trump Assassination Case, Refuses to Recuse Herself

Judge Aileen M. Cannon maintains her impartiality amidst scrutiny regarding her prior rulings in favor of former President Trump in separate cases.

Special Counsel Asks Appeals Court to Revive Trump Classified Documents Case After Judge Cannon Ruling

Jack Smith urges reinstatement of Trump's classified documents case, asserting Judge Cannon's dismissal contradicts legal precedents and undermines federal governance.
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Judge Decides To Just Make Up The Rules As She Goes Along

Judicial appointees like Kathryn Mizelle risk undermining legal precedents with actions seen as overreach, raising qualification concerns.
#patent-law

En Banc Review in Allergan: Questioning the Federal Circuit's New ODP Safe Harbor

Sun Pharma's en banc petition contests a controversial Federal Circuit decision regarding obviousness-type double patenting and written description support.
The Allergan decision may set problematic precedents for patent families and disclosure requirements.

How to Satisfy Constitutional and Statutory Standing Requirements in Patent Infringement Actions

Standing requirements for patent infringement remain complex and can depend heavily on the specifics of rights assignment and licensing.
The Intellectual Tech v. Zebra decision adds clarity to confusing standing issues in patent law, particularly regarding third-party rights.

En Banc Review in Allergan: Questioning the Federal Circuit's New ODP Safe Harbor

Sun Pharma's en banc petition contests a controversial Federal Circuit decision regarding obviousness-type double patenting and written description support.
The Allergan decision may set problematic precedents for patent families and disclosure requirements.

How to Satisfy Constitutional and Statutory Standing Requirements in Patent Infringement Actions

Standing requirements for patent infringement remain complex and can depend heavily on the specifics of rights assignment and licensing.
The Intellectual Tech v. Zebra decision adds clarity to confusing standing issues in patent law, particularly regarding third-party rights.
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Charges against accused school shooter's father seen as legal 'breakthrough'

The case against the Crumbley parents signifies a pivotal moment in legal accountability for gun owner negligence leading to youth violence.

How AI Copyright Law Is Being Guided By Spirits From Atlantis | Defector

Copyright law is struggling to keep pace with AI-generated works, resulting in denials of copyright protection for non-human creators.

A dangerous precedent? Telegram CEO Pavel Durov's arrest stokes speech war

Tech founder Pavel Durov's arrest in France sparks debate over online platform responsibility for user speech.
The legal implications of Durov's case question existing norms regarding tech company accountability.
Global leaders are increasingly scrutinizing tech companies in response to criminal activities facilitated by their platforms.

TikTok's Free Speech Argument Has Support Among Legal Scholars

The First Amendment might shield TikTok against the divestment requirement due to lack of evidence of real harm.
#supreme-court

Alito Versus Law And Science - emptywheel

Impartiality is crucial in the legal system; Alito is criticized for lacking it, especially in the case of Roe v. Wade.

Arizona's abortion ban could bring zombie laws back to life in other states

Old, unenforced laws can resurface if legal precedents are overturned, as seen with the enforcement of a 1864 abortion ban in Arizona.

Alito Versus Law And Science - emptywheel

Impartiality is crucial in the legal system; Alito is criticized for lacking it, especially in the case of Roe v. Wade.

Arizona's abortion ban could bring zombie laws back to life in other states

Old, unenforced laws can resurface if legal precedents are overturned, as seen with the enforcement of a 1864 abortion ban in Arizona.
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Holding Onto Your Bitcoin: Don't Get Killed On Taxes

Keep detailed records of bitcoin transactions' cost basis for tax planning.
IRS closely monitors bitcoin transactions via exchanges and legal precedents.

Peter Schey, longtime Los Angeles champion of immigrant rights, dead at 77

Peter Schey dedicated his career to championing immigrant rights, including access to public services and education.
He founded organizations and led landmark cases that set important legal precedents for immigrant rights and protection.
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