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Washington Post
2 weeks ago
US news

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. [ more ]
IPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

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. [ more ]
Defector
1 month ago
Writing

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. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

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. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

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. [ more ]
Above the Law
4 months ago
Marketing

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. [ more ]
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Fast Company
5 months ago
Law

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. [ more ]
emptywheel
3 months ago
Writing

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. [ more ]
Fast Company
5 months ago
Law

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. [ more ]
emptywheel
3 months ago
Writing

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. [ more ]
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Bitcoin Magazine - Bitcoin News, Articles and Expert Insights
5 months ago
Cryptocurrency

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. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
5 months ago
California

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. [ more ]
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