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A Court Called Out Clarence Thomas' Gun Extremism. He Didn't Take It Well.

The Hawaii Supreme Court criticized SCOTUS's gun-rights rulings as flawed and unworkable, highlighting a legal rift in Second Amendment interpretation.

SCOTUS Denies Petition Challenging Post-Patent Expiration Royalty Obligations Upheld in Arbitration

The U.S. Supreme Court upheld lower court rulings requiring Zimmer Biomet to continue paying royalties, citing the separation of royalties from patent rights in the agreement.

Elon Musk says DOGE can 'gut the federal government' with a recent Supreme Court ruling. Some lawyers disagree.

The Supreme Court's ruling may not support Musk and Ramaswamy's intended government efficiency goals through DOGE as they expect.

SCOTUS Invites SG to Weigh in on Cox/ Sony Cases, Denies Petition Charging Newman's Removal from CAFC Harms Patent Owners

The Supreme Court's decisions reflect ongoing debates over ISP liability and the implications of judicial removals on patent law fairness.

Conclusion To Series On Rights - emptywheel

Greene critiques the courts for prioritizing rules over rights, advocating for a holistic approach to rights claims in judicial decisions.

The Immunity Brief: How We Got Here, Where We're Going - emptywheel

Judicial proceedings will prioritize legal issues over electoral considerations, as emphasized by Judge Chutkan.

Texas' Controversial Immigration Law Would Be a Train Wreck-and Not Just for Immigrants

State-level immigration enforcement laws like Texas' S.B. 4 are contentious and face legal challenges, inspired by past unsuccessful attempts.
#justice-alito

The left and their scare tactics aren't fooling the Supreme Court

Democrats target Justice Alito over his wife flying flags, trying to influence SCOTUS cases for Biden's benefit.

Things Are Upside Down at SCOTUS, and It's Not Just the Flag on Alito's Lawn.

Intra-suburban conflict involving Justice Alito's wife reflects on SCOTUS legitimacy and potential ethics concerns.

The left and their scare tactics aren't fooling the Supreme Court

Democrats target Justice Alito over his wife flying flags, trying to influence SCOTUS cases for Biden's benefit.

Things Are Upside Down at SCOTUS, and It's Not Just the Flag on Alito's Lawn.

Intra-suburban conflict involving Justice Alito's wife reflects on SCOTUS legitimacy and potential ethics concerns.
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#constitutional-law

Is SCOTUS making it harder to teach constitutional law? Profs 'depleted' and taken aback by 'velocity' of change

SCOTUS using originalism to overturn precedent
Constitutional law professors feeling depleted by rapid changes

O.J.'s Lawyer Stops Playing Tough With The Goldmans - See Also

SCOTUS to hear arguments on Oregon's law soon.

Is SCOTUS making it harder to teach constitutional law? Profs 'depleted' and taken aback by 'velocity' of change

SCOTUS using originalism to overturn precedent
Constitutional law professors feeling depleted by rapid changes

O.J.'s Lawyer Stops Playing Tough With The Goldmans - See Also

SCOTUS to hear arguments on Oregon's law soon.
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SCOTUS Lines Up Behind Trump's Defensive Strategy - emptywheel

Republicans on SCOTUS aligning with Trump in legal cases.
Majority decision in Colorado ballot case favors Trump.

Defendant acquitted by reason of insanity can't be retried, despite inconsistency, SCOTUS rules in Jackson opinion

Defendant acquitted by reason of insanity can't be retried, even if inconsistent verdict
SCOTUS ruled that the jury's acquittal in such cases constitutes double jeopardy.
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