SCOTUS refuses to make a decision on DAPA
The U.S. Supreme Court’s 4-4 split on the DAPA case has serious repercussions for millions of lives and destroys President Obama’s attempt at having a positive immigration legacy. [...]
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New study shows that touch DNA may implicate the innocent
Although DNA evidence has been a legitimate method used by law enforcement officials for many years, questions are beginning to loom as to its reliability and accuracy. [...]
12-year-old dragged by rope: intentional or merely an accident?
A serious injury to a little girl on a Texas playground has put a Waco school on the defensive. [...]
Millions anxiously await the SCOTUS’ decision on DAPA
The U.S. Supreme Court is expected to make a decision on the President’s executive action by the end of the month, providing undocumented and mixed-status families both hope and distress. [...]
False claims act seeks to de-fraud healthcare system
Historically known as the “Lincoln Law,” the False Claims act is becoming a popular tool in battling healthcare fraud. [...]
Does the Second Amendment give you the right to carry concealed?
As the Ninth Circuit becomes the fifth to uphold the regulation of carrying concealed weapons, will the Supreme Court be asked to put the matter to rest once and for all? [...]
Rape conviction? No problem. At least if you’re Brock Turner…
The recent sentencing of an affluent sexual predator is raising eyebrows among those without such wealth and means. [...]
Aqib Talib pulls a Plaxico Burress.
How one of the top defensive players in the NFL could face serious gun charges as well as disciplinary action. [...]
Do national letters of intent perform a service or disservice?
With binding terms and little room for negotiation, national letters of intent may do more harm than good for college athletes. [...]
GOP fights the Department of Labor’s final rule on overtime pay through a motion of disapproval.
Revisions to the Fair Labor Standards Act is being met with resistance by both the House and the Senate. [...]
Seconds to shoot leaves no time for monkey business.
Many are questioning the Cincinnati Zoo’s decision to shoot and kill an endangered gorilla to save the life of a small child fell into the gorilla exhibit. [...]
Fear and loathing in matrimony.
There’s trouble in paradise as actress Amber Heard files a restraining order against her husband and fellow actor Johnny Depp. [...]
2016: A legal odyssey
It is hard enough to get a job right now in the legal profession. Now, attorneys not only have to worry about other competitive employees, but super computers programmed to handle legal issues. [...]
Pfizer restricts the resale of lethal injection drugs
As pharmaceutical companies continue to restrict access to lethal injection drugs, states must deal with the repercussions that has on capital punishment. [...]
Are Fitbits a bit unfit?
The popular fitness and activity tracker has come under fire in a recent class action lawsuit. [...]