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In a significant legal decision, the 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld Indiana’s controversial ban on gender transition treatments for minors, including puberty blockers and hormone therapies. This 2-1 ruling marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing legal battles over transgender healthcare for minors, with Republican-led states across the country pushing similar laws. …

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In a significant ruling, a federal appeals court has dismantled New York’s restrictive ban on the display and sale of ivory and rhinoceros horn items by antiques dealers, citing constitutional overreach. The court found that the state’s 2014 law, introduced by former Governor Andrew Cuomo, placed an undue burden on antiques dealers’ rights to commercial …

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In a twist of irony, Gary Wang, the former tech architect behind FTX’s controversial code, is now building tools to help expose fraud in financial markets—a development that could aid U.S. authorities in untangling complex webs of deceit in both stock trading and cryptocurrency. Federal filings reveal that Wang, once FTX’s chief technology officer and …

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Theodore “Ted” Olson, a prominent conservative legal mind whose career bridged political divides, championing both presidential power and marriage equality, has died at the age of 84. Known for his sharp intellect and courtroom prowess, Olson’s impact on U.S. constitutional law spanned decades, from pivotal cases on campaign finance to the rights of immigrants. Olson’s …

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In a decisive move, a New York federal judge has dismissed roughly 100 lawsuits filed against consumer giants like Procter & Gamble, Haleon, Bayer, and Johnson & Johnson, where consumers alleged that the companies knowingly marketed ineffective decongestants. The lawsuits came on the heels of a September 2023 FDA advisory panel finding that phenylephrine, a …

Judge Scraps 100 Lawsuits Against Cold Medicine Giants Over ‘Useless’ Decongestant Claims Read More »

In a dramatic turn, prosecutors have revealed that the jury in former U.S. Senator Robert Menendez’s corruption case mistakenly viewed unredacted evidence that was supposed to be off-limits. Menendez, convicted on 16 counts in August, maintains his innocence, claiming he did not exploit his political power in exchange for gold bars, cash, and other bribes …

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In a striking move, President-elect Donald Trump has named Rep. Matt Gaetz, a high-profile Republican firebrand, as his choice for attorney general, sparking immediate reactions across Washington. Known for his combative style and loyalty to Trump, Gaetz is a bold but controversial choice. At 42, he has never served in the Justice Department, and his …

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Johnson & Johnson is taking legal action against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in a bid to protect its proposed drug rebate plan. The company claims that HHS is obstructing its attempt to sell its treatments, including Stelara for psoriasis and Xarelto for blood thinning, to hospitals at full price before …

J&J Fights to Uphold Rebate Plan in Lawsuit Against U.S. Health Agency Read More »

In anticipation of a new wave of congressional probes under Republican control, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP has strategically bolstered its Washington office with the addition of Austin Evers, a seasoned Justice Department veteran. Evers, who most recently served as associate deputy attorney general, will co-lead the firm’s congressional investigations practice. Evers brings a wealth of …

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In a bold judicial move, a federal judge has halted Louisiana’s mandate requiring all public school classrooms to display the Ten Commandments, labeling the law as “discriminatory and coercive.” The decision by U.S. District Judge John deGravelles clashes with the recent state push led by conservative lawmakers to bring religious expression into public institutions. The …

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