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The Supreme Court’s recent decision in Trump v. United States has been the subject of considerable criticism.  The Court’s ruling held that Presidents have absolute immunity (even after they leave office) for any unlawful acts they may have committed while exercising their core constitutional responsibilities, and presumptive immunity (which, given the Court’s description of the…

In July, the General Assembly enacted S.L. 2024-43 (H 25), legislation that makes three significant changes to the laws governing driving by person following a conviction for driving while impaired (DWI) and certain related offenses. First, the act expands the categories of defendants who may receive a limited driving privilege following a DWI conviction. Second,…

O.J. Simpson and his attorney Malcolm LaVergne (Photo by Jason Bean-Pool/Getty Images) In the wake of news about the death of O.J. Simpson, his lawyer and executor of his estate, Malcolm LaVergne made news for his assertive stance on how he’d administer the estate. He said, “It’s my hope that the Goldmans get zero, nothing. Them…

This in-house attorney shares practical tips for fostering a healthier workplace and discusses the importance of mental health advocacy in the legal field. The post Breaking The Silence: Unusual Insights On Mental Health In Law From Mariette Clardy-Davis appeared first on Above the Law. #Breaking #Silence #Unusual #Insights #Mental #Health #Law #Mariette #ClardyDavis

WHAT WE’RE READING By Ellena Erskine on Apr 10, 2024 at 10:18 am Each weekday, we select a short list of news articles, commentary, and other noteworthy links related to the Supreme Court. Here’s the Wednesday morning read: Coming up: On Friday, April 12, the court expects to issue one or more opinions from the…

SCOTUS predictions say the Fifth Circuit will be overturned in ghost guns case. The post The Fifth Circuit’s Jurisprudence Is Too Far Right Even For This Supreme Court appeared first on Above the Law. #Circuits #Jurisprudence #Supreme #Court