CHD to Host ‘The Rally to Reclaim Free Speech’ as SCOTUS Hears Landmark Censorship Case Murthy v. Missouri
The rally takes place on the day arguments in Murthy v. Missouri are heard. The case alleges government officials colluded with tech giants to censor social media content. Washington, D.C. — The Rally to Reclaim Free Speech will take place in front of the Supreme Court of the United States on March 18 at 9 a.m. ET — the […]
Louisiana Lawyers Give Reminder That ‘Zealous Advocacy’ Isn’t An Excuse To Be Rude
When it comes to learning how to think like a lawyer, most people think of law school. And while the classroom has its place, some of the best learning comes from actually being in the courtroom. For example, two lawyers gave a masterclass on how to not structure and deliver a closing argument that is […]
Public officials can be held liable for blocking critics on social media
OPINION ANALYSIS By Amy Howe on Mar 15, 2024 at 11:42 am The justices ruled in Lindke v. Freed and O’Connor-Ratcliff v. Garnier on Friday. (Thomas Hawk via Flickr) The Supreme Court on Friday ruled that public officials who post about topics relating to their work on their personal social media accounts are acting on […]
Providence Memorializes Commitment to Communication Access for Deaf Patients
Meredith Weaver, senior staff attorney at DRA, said “As a result of these improvements, Providence will become an industry-leader for Deaf-friendly health care and set the standard for other providers.” Seattle, WA—On March 1, Providence Swedish and nonprofit law firm Disability Rights Advocates, announced an agreement that memorializes Providence Swedish’s strong commitment to ensuring Deaf […]
The McAfee Order is More Ironic than Solomonic – JONATHAN TURLEY
Below is my column in the New York Post on the ruling in the Willis/Wade controversy. The references to the decision as “Solomonic” or “Solomonesque” might not be fair to King Solomon. Indeed, the comparison only highlights what is missing in Willis: an overriding interest in the case as opposed to their own position. While […]
Sympathy for the Devil – Jill Jacobson
Universities are one of the United States’ greatest strengths. Throughout the nation’s history, institutions of higher education have promoted free thought and open discourse, which are crucial to maintaining our stable democracy and unparalleled economic growth. Attendance was viewed as a clear benefit for both the student and society. But the legitimacy of American higher […]
Washington May Raise the Minimum Age for High THC Cannabis Purchases
In several ways, the State of Washington is an absolute pioneer and innovator for the American cannabis industry. Today, the legislature is looking hard at a bill known as House Bill 2320, which would raise the minimum age of products containing 35% THC or more, to 25 years old. Twelve years of legal cannabis in […]