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Citing ‘anti-democratic takeover’ by ‘activist’ plaintiffs, Trump seeks money bond for injunction requests
President Donald Trump is directing federal agencies to seek a money bond when plaintiffs file federal lawsuits against the administration that seek temporary restraining orders…
This year’s historic ABA Techshow will be bigger than ever
It’s that time of year again. This year’s ABA Techshow 2025 will be a historic one for a couple of reasons. For one thing, it…
DOJ nominees hedge on whether court orders must always be followed
Two Department of Justice nominees refused to say whether court orders must always be followed during questioning before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Wednesday. D.…
DNA evidence in open cases explored in ABC reality series
Last fall, I attended a continuing legal education conference focused on sex crime defense and an outstanding speaker—who discussed the emerging field of forensic genetic…
Which law-related films have won Oscars? You may be surprised (photo gallery)
With the 97th Academy Awards happening this Sunday, we’re on the lookout for future legal classic movies. Will Zoe Saldaña win the “best actress in…
‘Radical agreement’ could lead to Supreme Court victory for reverse-discrimination plaintiff
The U.S. Supreme Court appeared ready to rule Wednesday that reverse-discrimination plaintiffs do not have to make a greater showing than minorities when suing for…
Averting immediate showdown, chief justice pauses judge’s deadline for US to restore foreign-aid funds
The U.S. government doesn’t have to comply with a federal judge’s Wednesday night deadline to restore foreign-aid funds after Chief Justice John Roberts issued an…
A lawyer’s thanks can come in many forms
We all appreciate a showing of gratitude when we do good. But how often do we get it from our clients? Let me share some…