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Rhode Island has become the latest jurisdiction to formally address the growing influence of artificial intelligence in the legal profession, introducing new professional standards that place responsibility squarely on lawyers and judges who choose to use AI-powered tools. The state’s highest court has amended its rules of professional conduct, making clear that attorneys must remain …

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Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook has disclosed that nearly $1.2 million in legal assistance was provided on her behalf as she continues a high-stakes court battle against President Donald Trump’s attempt to remove her from the central bank. The disclosure, released through federal ethics filings, sheds light on the extraordinary financial and security costs surrounding …

$1.2 Million Battle: Fed Governor Lisa Cook’s Fight Against Trump Reaches the Supreme Court Read More »

A federal judge in Boston has allowed a series of lawsuits challenging President Donald Trump’s executive order on mail-in voting to move forward, setting the stage for a potentially significant legal battle before this year’s November elections. The decision keeps alive challenges brought by Democratic-led states, the District of Columbia, and voting rights organizations, all …

Court Clears Path for Legal Fight Over Trump’s Mail Voting Directive Before Key November Contests Read More »

Luigi Mangione, the 28-year-old accused of killing a prominent health insurance executive in New York, has stepped back from a legal strategy that could have significantly altered the course of his upcoming murder trial. A court filing submitted this week revealed that Mangione’s defense team is, at least for now, abandoning plans to present evidence …

From Emotional Turmoil to Tactical Retreat: Luigi Mangione Drops Key Trial Strategy Ahead of Murder Case Read More »

Ohio has cleared a significant legal hurdle in its effort to regulate minors’ access to social media, after a federal appeals court ruled that the state may enforce a law requiring parental approval for users under the age of 16. In a divided 2-1 decision, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit overturned …

Ohio Wins Round in Social Media Battle as Appeals Court Revives Parental Consent Law Read More »

A unanimous ruling from the U.S. Supreme Court has significantly narrowed the scope of a long-standing federal law that bars certain drug users from possessing firearms, delivering a major victory for advocates of gun rights and marijuana users alike. The case centered on Ali Hemani, a Texas resident and dual citizen of the United States …

US Supreme Court Narrows Reach of Federal Gun Ban for Marijuana Users in Unanimous Decision Read More »

A legal battle over unpaid wages at an Anheuser-Busch brewery in Virginia has taken a significant turn after a federal appeals court ruled that hundreds of workers cannot pursue their claims as a single class action, citing major differences in their job duties and workplace experiences. The dispute centers on allegations that employees at the …

Brewery Workers’ Wage Case Hits Roadblock as Appeals Court Rejects Broad Class Action Read More »

A lawyer who helped defend Donald Trump in some of his most consequential legal battles is headed to the federal bench after winning approval from the U.S. Senate, deepening the president’s imprint on the judiciary during his second term. In a 48-43 vote, the Senate confirmed Missouri attorney Justin Smith to the 8th U.S. Circuit …

Trump Ally and Former Defense Lawyer Secures Lifetime Seat on Federal Appeals Court Read More »

A major clash has erupted between federal authorities and New York state officials over the management of one of the nation’s largest Medicaid homecare programs, with the U.S. Department of Justice accusing state health leaders of steering a lucrative contract to a preferred company and allowing millions of dollars in public funds to be improperly …

New York’s $10 Billion Homecare Overhaul Lands in Federal Court as Washington Alleges Bid-Rigging Scheme Read More »

A growing number of law graduates are spending years moving from one judicial clerkship to another before entering private practice, academia, or government service—a trend that legal scholars say is quietly reducing opportunities for aspiring clerks across the country. New research by three law professors argues that so-called “clerkship stacking” has transformed what was once …

Clerkship Carousel: How Repeat Judicial Posts Are Narrowing the Path for New Law Graduates Read More »