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Intellectual property law

SCOTUS Denies Petition Challenging Monetary Sanctions Against Counsel Absent Bad Faith

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Intellectual property law

The Cox Shadow Over Hikma: Four Questions for Wednesday's Argument

The Supreme Court will hear Hikma Pharmaceuticals v. Amarin Pharma, focusing on patent inducement and its parallels with copyright infringement cases.

Intellectual property law

Strike Two for CPC at High Court in Rule 36 Challenge

The U.S. Supreme Court denied a petition challenging the Federal Circuit's use of Rule 36 summary affirmances in patent appeals.

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The Thin Margin Between "Generic Vascepa" and Active Inducement

The Supreme Court's hearing on Hikma v. Amarin focuses on patent inducement without needing a new legal doctrine.

fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

SCOTUS Denies Petition Challenging Monetary Sanctions Against Counsel Absent Bad Faith

The U.S. Supreme Court denied certiorari in EscapeX IP, LLC v. Google LLC, upholding a decision that awarded Google over $250,000 in attorneys' fees.

4 days ago

The Cox Shadow Over Hikma: Four Questions for Wednesday's Argument

The Supreme Court will hear Hikma Pharmaceuticals v. Amarin Pharma, focusing on patent inducement and its parallels with copyright infringement cases.

fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

Strike Two for CPC at High Court in Rule 36 Challenge

The U.S. Supreme Court denied a petition challenging the Federal Circuit's use of Rule 36 summary affirmances in patent appeals.

CNN Anchor Torpedoes Scott Jennings on Racism: As a Member of the Black Community, I'm Telling You'

The Supreme Court's decision to strike down a majority-Black congressional district has faced significant criticism regarding the Voting Rights Act.

2 hours ago

Will the Voting Rights Ruling Really Be a Disaster for Democrats?

The Supreme Court's ruling in Louisiana v. Callais weakens Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, impacting majority-minority districts and potentially benefiting Republicans.

US news

Supreme Court paves the way for largest-ever drop in Black representation in Congress

Republicans Are 'Frothing' for More Pre-Midterm Gerrymanders

The Supreme Court's decision in Louisiana v. Callais may enable significant Republican redistricting efforts ahead of the 2026 midterms.

fromEsquire

14 hours ago

The Supreme Court Has Stripped Our Voting Rights Back to the Pre-Civil Rights Era

The Voting Rights Act of 1965 has been rendered ineffective by a recent Supreme Court decision, undermining protections against racial discrimination in voting.

fromThe Nation

The Supreme Court Has Completed Its Quest to Kill the Voting Rights Act

The court's decision undermines the Voting Rights Act, allowing white people to suppress Black political power again.

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CNN Anchor Torpedoes Scott Jennings on Racism: As a Member of the Black Community, I'm Telling You'

The Supreme Court's decision to strike down a majority-Black congressional district has faced significant criticism regarding the Voting Rights Act.

2 hours ago

Will the Voting Rights Ruling Really Be a Disaster for Democrats?

The Supreme Court's ruling in Louisiana v. Callais weakens Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, impacting majority-minority districts and potentially benefiting Republicans.

US news

Supreme Court paves the way for largest-ever drop in Black representation in Congress

Republicans Are 'Frothing' for More Pre-Midterm Gerrymanders

The Supreme Court's decision in Louisiana v. Callais may enable significant Republican redistricting efforts ahead of the 2026 midterms.

fromEsquire

14 hours ago

The Supreme Court Has Stripped Our Voting Rights Back to the Pre-Civil Rights Era

The Voting Rights Act of 1965 has been rendered ineffective by a recent Supreme Court decision, undermining protections against racial discrimination in voting.

fromThe Nation

The Supreme Court Has Completed Its Quest to Kill the Voting Rights Act

The court's decision undermines the Voting Rights Act, allowing white people to suppress Black political power again.

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US politics

The supreme court's voting rights decision is a death knell for American democracy | Moira Donegan

Conservative SCOTUS Ruling Completely Demolishes Voting Rights Act, Kagan Says in Blistering Dissent

The Supreme Court's ruling undermines protections for nonwhite voters established by the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

US politics

The supreme court's voting rights decision is a death knell for American democracy | Moira Donegan

Conservative SCOTUS Ruling Completely Demolishes Voting Rights Act, Kagan Says in Blistering Dissent

The Supreme Court's ruling undermines protections for nonwhite voters established by the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

What SCOTUS ruling on Voting Rights Act could mean for California

The Supreme Court's decision on Louisiana's congressional map may lead to challenges against redistricting efforts nationwide, affecting minority voter protections.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

22 hours ago

Supreme Court voids majority Black congressional district in Louisiana, boosting Republican chances

The Supreme Court's decision weakens protections against racial discrimination in redistricting, potentially allowing Republican-led states to eliminate majority Black and Latino districts.

US Supreme Court reinstates Republican-favoured Texas electoral map

The US Supreme Court reinstated a Texas electoral map expected to increase Republican representation in Congress, despite concerns over racial discrimination.

Austin

Supreme Court Upholds Gerrymandered Texas Congressional Map

Texas' new congressional map, cleared by the Supreme Court, aims to add five Republican seats, amid controversy and claims of racial discrimination.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

11 hours ago

What SCOTUS ruling on Voting Rights Act could mean for California

The Supreme Court's decision on Louisiana's congressional map may lead to challenges against redistricting efforts nationwide, affecting minority voter protections.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

22 hours ago

Supreme Court voids majority Black congressional district in Louisiana, boosting Republican chances

The Supreme Court's decision weakens protections against racial discrimination in redistricting, potentially allowing Republican-led states to eliminate majority Black and Latino districts.

US Supreme Court reinstates Republican-favoured Texas electoral map

The US Supreme Court reinstated a Texas electoral map expected to increase Republican representation in Congress, despite concerns over racial discrimination.

Austin

#temporary-protected-status

Supreme Court Upholds Gerrymandered Texas Congressional Map

Texas' new congressional map, cleared by the Supreme Court, aims to add five Republican seats, amid controversy and claims of racial discrimination.

Day Around the Bay: One SoMa Spot Sees the Most Speed-Camera Tickets

Speed-detection cameras in San Francisco are effective, except at one location with the highest number of tickets issued.

US politics

Supreme Court appears to lean toward ending TPS for some migrants

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17 hours ago

US politics

US top court weighs ending Syrians, Haitians protections

21 hours ago

US politics

US Supreme Court hears Haiti, Syria TPS case with wide-ranging implications

SF politics

US supreme court to hear whether protected status of Haitians and Syrians can be revoked

US news

Supreme Court weighs Trump's effort to end Temporary Protected Status for Haitians, Syrians

Trump's administration seeks to end the Temporary Protected Status program, potentially leading to mass deportations of long-term residents from Haiti and Syria.

fromLos Angeles Times

Supreme Court will hear Trump's bid to end legal protection for up to 1.3 million immigrants

The Supreme Court will decide on the Trump administration's ability to revoke temporary protected status for Haitian and Syrian immigrants.

Supreme Court appears to lean toward ending TPS for some migrants

The Supreme Court may allow mass deportations of over a million foreign nationals under the Trump administration's proposed changes to Temporary Protected Status.

fromwww.dw.com

17 hours ago

US top court weighs ending Syrians, Haitians protections

The US Supreme Court is leaning towards supporting the Trump administration's efforts to revoke humanitarian protections for Haitians and Syrians.

21 hours ago

US Supreme Court hears Haiti, Syria TPS case with wide-ranging implications

The Supreme Court is deciding if Trump can end temporary protected status for Haitians and Syrians, affecting 1.3 million people in the US.

US supreme court to hear whether protected status of Haitians and Syrians can be revoked

The Supreme Court will decide on the Trump administration's ability to revoke TPS for Syrians and Haitians, affecting hundreds of thousands of immigrants.

US news

Supreme Court weighs Trump's effort to end Temporary Protected Status for Haitians, Syrians

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Supreme Court will hear Trump's bid to end legal protection for up to 1.3 million immigrants

The Supreme Court will decide on the Trump administration's ability to revoke temporary protected status for Haitian and Syrian immigrants.

fromThe Atlantic

The Perversion of the Voting Rights Act

James Jackson Kilpatrick's views on civil rights reflect a transformation from segregationist to a proponent of color-blindness, masking underlying racial discrimination.

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14 hours ago

Ford got a profit boost thanks to a $1.3 billion tariff refund

Ford reported a $1.3 billion tariff-related benefit, boosting profits to $2.5 billion despite mixed business signals.

Supreme Court weighs Trump administration push to end protections for migrants from Haiti and Syria | Fortune

The Supreme Court is considering the Trump administration's attempt to end legal protections for migrants under temporary protected status.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Mississippi Will Move Quickly to Redraw Its Judicial District Lines

The existing judicial district lines had been successfully challenged by a group of Black voters who said they diluted minority voters' ability to elect a representative of their choice.

US news

#first-amendment

Non-profit organizations

20 hours ago

US supreme court sides with anti-abortion centers in New Jersey case

The US Supreme Court revived a lawsuit by First Choice Women's Resource Centers against a state subpoena regarding donor and doctor information.

Media industry

Kash Patel Knows His Atlantic Lawsuit Will Fail. Here's Why He Doesn't Care.

The Trump administration's tactics undermine the press and the First Amendment through defamation suits and media consolidation.

Law

The Trumpiest Court Just Openly Defied SCOTUS

Non-profit organizations

20 hours ago

US supreme court sides with anti-abortion centers in New Jersey case

The US Supreme Court revived a lawsuit by First Choice Women's Resource Centers against a state subpoena regarding donor and doctor information.

Media industry

Kash Patel Knows His Atlantic Lawsuit Will Fail. Here's Why He Doesn't Care.

The Trump administration's tactics undermine the press and the First Amendment through defamation suits and media consolidation.

Law

The Trumpiest Court Just Openly Defied SCOTUS

more#first-amendment

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17 hours ago

Justices Voice Concern that Upholding CAFC's Hikma 'Skinny Label' Ruling Will Harm Generics Industry

The Supreme Court case examines induced infringement claims related to generic drug marketing and its implications for the pharmaceutical industry.

#tariffs

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European startups

FedEx and UPS are pledging to give their tariff refunds back to consumers, and the sum will likely top $5 billion | Fortune

fromABC7 San Francisco

3 days ago

US Elections

As businesses seek tariff refunds, questions remain on whether consumers will receive relief

fromFast Company

US Elections

Why brands should ignore Trump's latest loyalty test

US Elections

So Stupidly!' Trump Rips Supreme Court Including Justices Nominated by Me' in Scorching CNBC Rant

European startups

18 hours ago

FedEx and UPS are pledging to give their tariff refunds back to consumers, and the sum will likely top $5 billion | Fortune

Some companies plan to pass tariff refunds to customers after the Supreme Court's decision on Trump's tariffs.

fromABC7 San Francisco

3 days ago

As businesses seek tariff refunds, questions remain on whether consumers will receive relief

Over $150 billion in tariffs will be refunded to U.S. businesses after a Supreme Court ruling deemed some tariffs illegal.

fromFast Company

Why brands should ignore Trump's latest loyalty test

Companies should resist the pressure to forfeit legal refunds for tariffs, as it signals loyalty to the administration despite a Supreme Court ruling.

So Stupidly!' Trump Rips Supreme Court Including Justices Nominated by Me' in Scorching CNBC Rant

Trump criticized the Supreme Court for a decision that led to a $165 billion tariff repayment, expressing disappointment over their lack of support.

more#tariffs

19 hours ago

SCOTUS: IP Cases in the Pipeline

The Supreme Court is reviewing key patent eligibility cases, focusing on the interpretation of Section 101 and its implications for technology patents.

Higher education

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21 hours ago

Professional school grads from diverse classes get higher salaries

The Supreme Court's ruling against race-based affirmative action highlights ongoing controversies surrounding diversity efforts in the US.

The Supreme Court Just Greenlit a Gerrymander That Even a Trump Judge Thought Was Too Racist

The Supreme Court upheld Texas' gerrymandered electoral maps, allowing significant distortion of voting power for racial minorities in upcoming elections.

Democrats Just Won Big in Virginia. A Court Could Still Take It Away.

Virginia voters approved a constitutional amendment granting Democrats up to four additional House seats, countering Republican gerrymandering efforts.

The Supreme Court Just Greenlit a Gerrymander That Even a Trump Judge Thought Was Too Racist

The Supreme Court upheld Texas' gerrymandered electoral maps, allowing significant distortion of voting power for racial minorities in upcoming elections.

Democrats Just Won Big in Virginia. A Court Could Still Take It Away.

Virginia voters approved a constitutional amendment granting Democrats up to four additional House seats, countering Republican gerrymandering efforts.

How a Supreme Court fight over fish oil could raise your prescription drug costs

The U.S. benefits from low prices on generic drugs, but brand-name monopolies delay access to these savings.

Supreme Court rejects bid to punish school for respecting trans student's identity

The Supreme Court upheld a ruling protecting schools from being forced to out transgender students to their parents.

Supreme Court won't hear case on forcing teachers to out trans kids to their parents - LGBTQ Nation

The Supreme Court declined to hear a case regarding parental rights and school policies on transgender student identification.

LGBT

fromAdvocate.com

Supreme Court rejects bid to punish school for respecting trans student's identity

The Supreme Court upheld a ruling protecting schools from being forced to out transgender students to their parents.

Supreme Court won't hear case on forcing teachers to out trans kids to their parents - LGBTQ Nation

The Supreme Court declined to hear a case regarding parental rights and school policies on transgender student identification.

more#transgender-rights

European startups

GM expects $500 million in Trump's tariff refunds-just a fraction of the $3.1 billion in tariffs it paid last year | Fortune

General Motors expects a $500 million tariff refund, but it is a small fraction of the total tariffs paid and upcoming duties.

Privacy professionals

fromThe Verge

You can get dragged into a police investigation by proximity alone - for now

The Supreme Court will rule on the legality of geofence warrants, impacting privacy rights related to location data for cellphone users.

School celebrates as SCOTUS rejects forced outing case: "The good guys win, and truth prevails" - LGBTQ Nation

The Supreme Court rejected an appeal to limit trans students' rights in schools, affirming support for trans/nonbinary students' identities and needs.

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LGBTQ+ families could be restricted from preschools in Supreme Court case

The Supreme Court will decide if publicly funded preschools can exclude children of LGBTQ+ parents in a case from Colorado.

SCOTUS will hear Catholic schools' plea for public funds despite ban on kids with LGBTQ+ parents - LGBTQ Nation

The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a case involving anti-LGBTQ+ Catholic preschools seeking funding despite violating nondiscrimination provisions.

LGBT

School celebrates as SCOTUS rejects forced outing case: "The good guys win, and truth prevails" - LGBTQ Nation

The Supreme Court rejected an appeal to limit trans students' rights in schools, affirming support for trans/nonbinary students' identities and needs.

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

LGBTQ+ families could be restricted from preschools in Supreme Court case

The Supreme Court will decide if publicly funded preschools can exclude children of LGBTQ+ parents in a case from Colorado.

SCOTUS will hear Catholic schools' plea for public funds despite ban on kids with LGBTQ+ parents - LGBTQ Nation

The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a case involving anti-LGBTQ+ Catholic preschools seeking funding despite violating nondiscrimination provisions.

The Supreme Court May Stop Thousands From Suing Monsanto for Giving Them Cancer

The U.S. Supreme Court hears Monsanto's appeal regarding lawsuits linking Roundup to cancer, potentially impacting thousands of similar cases.

Supreme Court heard case on how to label risks of popular weed killer

The Supreme Court's ruling on Roundup labels could impact thousands of lawsuits against Monsanto, now owned by Bayer, regarding cancer claims.

Public health

The Supreme Court May Stop Thousands From Suing Monsanto for Giving Them Cancer

The U.S. Supreme Court hears Monsanto's appeal regarding lawsuits linking Roundup to cancer, potentially impacting thousands of similar cases.

Supreme Court heard case on how to label risks of popular weed killer

The Supreme Court's ruling on Roundup labels could impact thousands of lawsuits against Monsanto, now owned by Bayer, regarding cancer claims.

more#roundup

Privacy professionals

fromTechCrunch

US Supreme Court appears split over controversial use of 'geofence' search warrants | TechCrunch

The Supreme Court is considering the legality of geofence warrants, which raise significant digital privacy concerns for individuals in the U.S.

Privacy professionals

US supreme court hears whether smartphone location data warrants infringe users' privacy

The US Supreme Court is evaluating the constitutionality of geofence warrants for smartphone location data and their impact on privacy rights.

Judges And Former Clerks Encourage SCOTUS To Hear Judge Pauline Newman's Case - Above the Law

Judge Pauline Newman's case raises concerns about due process and the independence of federal judges facing mental fitness challenges.

Privacy technologies

fromFast Company

The Supreme Court's geofence warrant case could reshape digital privacy

The Supreme Court will hear a case on the legality of geofencing, impacting personal freedom and Fourth Amendment rights.

#trump

Right-wing politics

More Than 8 in 10 Truth Social Posts Where Trump Calls Someone "Low IQ" Feature a Person of Color

US Elections

Trump Rails Against Supreme Court Over Absence Of One Little Half Sentence' On Tariffs

Trump Shares Racist Podcast Transcript Full of Attacks on Nonwhite Immigrants

Half of American voters view Trump as a racist, influenced by his endorsement of far-right anti-immigrant rhetoric.

Trump Rants at Supreme Court About Case He Hasn't Even Lost Yet

Trump expresses frustration with the Supreme Court, criticizing justices for their decisions and perceived lack of unity among conservative members.

US Elections

Trump Flattered as CNBC's Sorkin Asks If Amazon and Others May Abandon Tariff Refunds to Avoid Offending' Him

Trump expressed flattery that companies like Apple and Amazon might avoid tariff refunds to not offend him.

More Than 8 in 10 Truth Social Posts Where Trump Calls Someone "Low IQ" Feature a Person of Color

Trump's use of 'low IQ' disproportionately targets nonwhite individuals, serving as a racist dog whistle to his political base.

Trump Rails Against Supreme Court Over Absence Of One Little Half Sentence' On Tariffs

Trump criticized the Supreme Court for a ruling that led to $159 billion in tariff refunds, claiming a single sentence could have changed the outcome.

Trump Shares Racist Podcast Transcript Full of Attacks on Nonwhite Immigrants

Half of American voters view Trump as a racist, influenced by his endorsement of far-right anti-immigrant rhetoric.

Trump Rants at Supreme Court About Case He Hasn't Even Lost Yet

Trump expresses frustration with the Supreme Court, criticizing justices for their decisions and perceived lack of unity among conservative members.

Trump Flattered as CNBC's Sorkin Asks If Amazon and Others May Abandon Tariff Refunds to Avoid Offending' Him

Trump expressed flattery that companies like Apple and Amazon might avoid tariff refunds to not offend him.

Morning Docket: 04.27.26 - Above the Law

Public confidence in the Supreme Court has significantly declined, reaching a new low.

Prominent Appellate Partner Joins Paul, Weiss Litigation Exodus For Davis Polk - Above the Law

Kannon Shanmugam, a prominent Supreme Court litigator, is leaving Paul, Weiss for Davis Polk & Wardwell to launch a new practice.

LGBT

Federal court rules in favor of West Virginia's Medicaid gender-affirming care ban, citing Skrmetti - LGBTQ Nation

The Supreme Court's Skrmetti decision has led to increased bans on gender-affirming care funding across multiple states.

9 months ago

Kim Davis asks Supreme Court to take her case in hopes of bringing down marriage equality - LGBTQ Nation

"We are asking the Court to recognize the First Amendment as an absolute defense for Kim Davis and to overturn the 2015 Obergefell opinion, which has no basis in the Constitution," Davis's lawyer, Mat Staver, stated. He emphasized that Obergefell "did significant damage to the historic definition of marriage, to states rights, to religious freedom, and to the rule of law."

LGBT

How Appealing Weekly Roundup - Above the Law

Confidential Supreme Court memos publication sparks legal debates and various significant legal developments are reported.

fromwww.dw.com

Thai opposition faces trial over royal defamation law

Thailand's Supreme Court accepted a petition against 44 lawmakers for ethics violations related to a 2021 attempt to amend the lese-majeste law.

fromThe Nation

Why the Supreme Court Justices Are Suddenly Casting Shade on Each Other

The Supreme Court justices are publicly expressing their divisions, revealing a significant crisis within the court.

#international-protection-bill

James Carville Throws Down Gauntlet to Trump in Clapback to Prez's Wacko' Screed

James Carville challenges Trump to a debate after Trump's criticism of his political proposals.

fromIndependent

Senan Molony: President Catherine Connolly has it both ways as she signs International Protection Act 2026 into law

President Connolly chose not to refer the International Protection Bill to the Supreme Court, allowing for potential future challenges.

US politics

President decides not to refer International Protection Bill to Supreme Court: 'The concerns remain'

US politics

President decides not to refer International Protection Bill to Supreme Court: 'Concerns remain'

US politics

'Concerns that led to calling meeting of Council of State remain' - President decides not to refer Bill to Supreme Court

fromIndependent

Senan Molony: President Catherine Connolly has it both ways as she signs International Protection Act 2026 into law

President Connolly chose not to refer the International Protection Bill to the Supreme Court, allowing for potential future challenges.

US politics

President decides not to refer International Protection Bill to Supreme Court: 'The concerns remain'

US politics

President decides not to refer International Protection Bill to Supreme Court: 'Concerns remain'

more#international-protection-bill

US politics

'Concerns that led to calling meeting of Council of State remain' - President decides not to refer Bill to Supreme Court

A Strange Coalition of Justices Just Gave Wounded Veterans a Major Victory

The Supreme Court's ruling allows a soldier to sue a defense contractor for negligence in a case involving a suicide bombing.

Barcelona

fromESPN.com

Supreme Court upholds acquittal of Neymar, Barcelona in Santos fraud case

Spain's Supreme Court upheld the acquittal of Neymar and former Barcelona presidents on fraud and corruption charges related to his 2013 transfer.

Maury Povich Shuts Down Joy Reid's Praise for Democrats

Maury Povich challenged Joy Behar's claim that Democrats do not play politics like Republicans, emphasizing both sides engage in political maneuvering.

fromArs Technica

Supreme Court arguments make it clear that FCC fines are "nonbinding"

FCC fines require court enforcement and are nonbinding unless upheld by a jury.

fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

Retired Judges Tell SCOTUS Justices to Take Newman Case, Citing 'Grave Threat'

Seven retired federal judges support Judge Pauline Newman's Supreme Court petition against CAFC Chief Judge Kimberly Moore's removal of Newman from her duties.

The Supreme Court Just Twisted Its Cop Immunity Doctrine in an Even More Violent Direction

The Supreme Court vacated a decision allowing a lawsuit against police for excessive force in the death of Roy Scott.

A New Supreme Court Leak Shows John Roberts at His Worst

Chief Justice Roberts' lobbying against Obama's climate policy reveals partisan motivations behind the Supreme Court's shadow docket decisions.

fromAdvocate.com

Advocate newsletter 4/21/26

The U.S. Supreme Court will consider a Colorado case involving whether taxpayer-funded preschools affiliated with churches can refuse to admit children of LGBTQ+ couples.

LGBT

fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

Supreme Court Denies Cert in Rapunzel Trademark Case

Consumers cannot oppose trademark registrations under the Lanham Act due to lack of statutory entitlement.

The Alito Retirement Denial Has Been Upgraded - Above the Law

CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford reports that sources close to Justice Samuel Alito confirm he is not planning to retire this year. This statement is more definitive than earlier reports.

Retirement

The Shadow Docket Memos Are Damning. So Naturally, The Right Is Talking About The Leak. - Above the Law

Leaked memos reveal how Chief Justice Roberts led the Supreme Court to create the shadow docket, highlighting internal dysfunction and predetermined outcomes.

Education

fromAdvocate.com