“When you do nothing, what can you do?” By Kim Li Sun, J.D.Attorney and Author When I...
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The justices still want to police themselves with no other oversight. The Supreme Court announced Monday that...
The court convened for the first time on February 2, 1790. Introduction The Supreme Court of the United...
How Leonard Leo built a machine that remade the American legal system — and what he plans...
In 1789, Congress gained the authority to establish the federal judicial system as a whole. History The Articles...
It is to the credit of the chief justice that he recognizes that there is a problem....
Federal courts, particularly the Supreme Court, are the final authority on interpreting federal law. Introduction The judicial...
New polling results show hunger for Supreme Court reform. When I go around the country speaking about...
There is a “critical need for comprehensive reform”. A report published Thursday by United Nations human rights experts condemns...
The law courts in Athens were different and diverse: as time changed they changed too. Introduction The...
Only 50 years ago, originalism was considered a fringe movement, hardly taken seriously. Introduction Today a majority...
The three types of manorial court were distinguished by the importance of those who made use of...
The Supreme Court in recent terms has upended the interpretation of core laws. Introduction The first Monday in...
Presidents have long considered religious, racial, and gender diversity when appointing new members to the Court. By...
The changes wrought by the new conservative majority in the US Supreme Court are unprecedented. Introduction In...
Understanding the different types of debt in divorce By understanding these different types of debts in divorce,...
Understanding the importance of financial transparency in the divorce process Understanding the importance of transparency in financial...
The importance of open communication in family law conflicts Specifically: Encouraging open communication is important in resolving...
Accountability is an essential part of a healthy law enforcement agency. Like any organization, every law enforcement...
The culture of deception in U.S. courts needs to end. In March 2020, police officers in Louisville,...
Staggered 18-year terms would bring regular turnover to the bench. Introduction Today’s Supreme Court has assumed a...
The problem is that our legal tradition directs that questions of impartiality aren’t decided by any court....
Thomas has secretly reaped the benefits from a network of wealthy and well-connected patrons. Introduction During his...
Navigating the legal system can be complex, and personal injury laws can vary from state to state...
The Supreme Court changed the definition of ‘undue hardship’ – employers have to accommodate more religious requests....
Are you working in a potentially dangerous profession? Whether you are an electrician, construction worker, or first...
Lockwood rejected dependency, for herself and for other women, and did not hesitate to confront the male...
Understanding the levels of intent in federal criminal cases is an essential part of any legal process....
The law serves numerous purposes. Out of these, the main one stipulates when a person is liable,...
Crime is only one part of the problem. Introduction The incarceration rate in the United States fell in...