Associated Press Sues FBI for Impersonation
Summary: After the FBI failed to adequately respond to a Freedom of Information Act request, the Associated Press filed a…
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New Jersey’s Betting Law Strikes Out
Summary: The Third Circuit has once against truck down New Jersey’s sports betting law, stating it does not comply with…
Banks Have a Mere $65 Billion in Outstanding Legal Costs
Summary: Although many banks have already paid significant sums for their roles in the 2008 financial crisis, many still face…
Attorney Says Wife Will Kill Him If He Missed Child’s Birth
Summary: A Pittsburgh attorney claimed he would be put to death by his wife if he missed the birth of…
Does the First Amendment Cover Panhandlers…Who Are Topless?
Summary: The mayor of New York is considering major changes to Times Square to eliminate the swarms of topless panhandlers…
Kane News Conference is Risky Move, Defense Lawyers Say
Summary: Kathleen Kane has considered answering questions at a press conference about allegations brought against her, a move many attorneys…
Judge: Get Married or Get Locked Up
Summary: A judge ordered a couple to get married or else a young man would face jail time for an…
James Holmes: Life in Prison
Summary: James Holmes, the shooter behind the Aurora, Colorado theater massacre, will serve the rest of his days in prison.…
General Counsel Face New Challenges If New Bill Passes
Summary: The House of Representatives must consider a bill that has been passed unanimously by the Senate that expands protections…
Appeals Court: Sorry, We Lost Your Case
Summary: In a recent opinion, an appeals court apologized for not taking action on a case for several years—due to…
ATM Fee Case Revived Against Visa, MasterCard
Summary: A case that was previously dismissed against Visa and MasterCard has been revived. The complaint alleges that the companies…
Big Pharma, Biotech Companies Ask for Patent Protections
Summary: In light of the discussions involving the Trans-Pacific Partnership, many major pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies have sought patent protections…