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Two Lawsuits Challenge Trump’s New Birthright Citizenship Orders
Two legal challenges filed against Trump’s 2026 executive orders restricting birthright citizenship after Supreme Court blocked earlier attempts.
Delaware Court Lets AI Libel Case Against Google Proceed
A Delaware court denied Google's dismissal request in Robby Starbuck's AI defamation suit involving hallucinated claims by Bard.
Jason Arday Resigns from Cambridge Amid Plagiarism and Fundraising Allegations
Jason Arday, youngest Black professor at Cambridge, resigns amid plagiarism and qualification controversies, raising questions on academia and equity.
Court Awards $200K Libel Damages to Yaacov Apelbaum Over False Spy Claims
A federal court awarded $200K in libel damages to cybersecurity expert Yaacov Apelbaum after false public spy accusations, signaling increased accountability online.
Federal Judge Rules College Violated Student's First Amendment Rights
A federal court rules Horry Georgetown Technical College violated a student's free speech rights by suspending her over social media comments.
Roberts’ judicial approach shapes Supreme Court trajectory amid challenges
Analysis of Chief Justice Roberts’ strategy and philosophy highlights potential impacts on Supreme Court decisions and legal precedents.
Judge Lets Race Bias Suit Against University of Washington Proceed
A federal judge denied the University of Washington's motion to dismiss a race discrimination lawsuit alleging bias against Asian-American applicants in admissions.
Texas Court Invalidates Key Tax Provisions on Suppressors and Short-Barreled Firearms
A Texas federal court struck down tax rules on suppressors and short-barreled firearms under the National Firearms Act, altering compliance obligations.
Judge Allows Defamation Suit Over Political Service Refusal to Proceed
A federal judge allows a defamation lawsuit involving an employee accused of political-motivated service refusal to advance in D.C. court.
Trump Signs New Orders to Block Birthright Citizenship After Court Loss
President Trump issued two executive orders to restrict birthright citizenship and clamp down on birth tourism, challenging the Supreme Court ruling.
California Court Allows Defamation Case Over Special Ed Assault Claims
A California court allowed a defamation lawsuit involving sexual assault claims among special education students, affecting educational and legal protections.
NY Court Dismisses VDARE's Libel Suit Against The New York Times
A New York court dismissed VDARE's libel suit against The New York Times, reaffirming strong First Amendment protections for the press.
Judge Emil Bove Dissents on Third Circuit Mandamus Denial in Mylan Case
Judge Emil Bove dissents on August 5 Third Circuit mandamus denial, citing ethical concerns over monetizing prior government service.
Survey Finds 100+ Court Sanctions Linked to AI Hallucinations Since 2023
More than 100 court sanctions have arisen from AI hallucinations in legal filings since 2023, highlighting risks for lawyers using AI tools.
Aug 2026: 11th Circuit Upholds Florida Minor Ban on Adult Drag Shows
In August 2026, the 11th Circuit upheld Florida's law banning minors from adult drag shows, affecting First Amendment and compliance issues.
Connecticut High Court Warns of AI Hallucinations in Litigation Docs
Connecticut Supreme Court flags risks of ChatGPT-generated fabrications in legal filings, urging cautious use of AI-assisted drafting.
25 States Led by Oregon Sue Over Trump’s New Section 301 Tariffs
Twenty-five states, led by Oregon, sue to block Trump-era tariffs under Section 301, raising constitutional and trade law questions.
Judge Quashes ADL Subpoenas in ASU Protest Lawsuit Discovery Fight
Judge John Tuchi limits discovery by quashing subpoenas to ADL in ASU pro-Palestine protest lawsuit, narrowing access to communications on university disciplinary actions.
Wisconsin Court Upholds Foster Parents' Gun Rights in Key Ruling
Wisconsin Court of Appeals rules for foster parents on Second Amendment rights, clarifying firearm rules in foster homes and impacting family law.
David Cole Critiques Supreme Court’s Shifts While Upholding Trump Limits
David Cole critiques the Supreme Court's precedent shifts while affirming rulings limiting Trump's immunity and executive overreach.