Very Unusual Punishment
Some states offer sex offenders castration as an alternative punishment. Is it too cruel and unusual?
A lawsuit with a side of guac, please
Chipotle’s troubles are far from over; after food safety concerns investors are suing and a federal criminal investigation has been launched against the popular restaurant chain.
Some States Attempt to Block DraftKings and FanDuel
Daily fantasy sports are being labeled as illegal games of chance, not skill.
A Juicy Lawsuit
Welch Foods is under fire for allegedly inferring that its fruit snacks are healthy, without actually stating that the snacks are healthy.
Cheating Isn’t Cheap
A major dating site was hacked, and it is costing the site and its users more than just money.
The Cake is Not a Lie
Religious freedom is not an excuse for discrimination, says the Colorado Court of Appeals.
The Constitutional Dance
A California Gentlemen’s Club Fights for its Rights
Sweet Briar’s (Almost) Sweet Ending
The college will stay open for now, but could be subject to future lawsuits
Voir Dire Vindication
A three-decade-old murder conviction is challenged on a potential Batson violation
For-Profit Crackdown
For-profit colleges are being scrutinized financially and legally.
Fear of Lawsuits May Chill Artists’ Creativity
The number of music copyright infringement cases has significantly increased in the last decade.
Same Old Song and Dance
Pharrell Williams and Robin Thicke are not the first musicians to get into legal trouble for copying another artist’s work, whether intentionally or unintentionally.
The Blurred Lines of Copyright Infringement
Sometimes imitation is no longer a form of flattery.
The Choice is Not Always Yours: A Minor’s Right to Make Medical Decisions
The Connecticut Supreme Court has removed a teenager from her home and forced her to undergo cancer treatment.