Federal Court Dismisses Voter Data Lawsuit Against Rhode Island

“Voter list maintenance is a responsibility entrusted to the states,” the attorney general said, “and I remain confident in the steps we take here in Rhode Island to keep our list as accurate as possible.”

Supreme Court Lets Oil Companies Move Climate Litigation to Federal Court

“As the Court recognized, the plaintiffs’ claims are related to activities that Chevron and other energy companies performed under federal supervision during World War II,” a Chevron spokesperson said. “Those claims are flawed as a matter of both state law and federal law, and Chevron looks forward to litigating these cases in federal court, where they belong.”

Wisconsin Republicans Asks Court to Scrap School Funding Lawsuit

Mandell also said that the lawsuit challenges discrepancies in funding but does not seek to do away with the state’s private voucher program. Instead, his clients simply want to ensure that public schools receive the funding that they deserve.

While America Celebrates 4/20, Thousands Remain Behind Bars for Cannabis

This April 20, dispensaries will celebrate how far cannabis has come. Elsewhere, tens of thousands of people will spend that same day in a cell.

Cooley Law School Innocence Project Secures Release of Dell Crawford

Dell Crawford was released on March 24 after serving 17 years in prison.

Smokeball and Thomson Reuters Partner to Create the Premier Legal Technology Ecosystem

The partnership connects the business and practice of law for small to mid-size law firms, by bringing together Smokeball’s practice management platform and Thomson Reuters CoCounsel Legal.

2026 State of the Corporate Law Department Report: GCs Align Strategy to Corporate Imperatives, but C-Suites Want More

Corporate legal departments have embraced value, AI, and data-driven strategies to better align with their organizations’ overall business goals, but a new report reveals a disconnect: C-Suite leaders want clearer proof of legal’s impact on business success.

Strategies a Good Personal Injury Attorney Adopts

Nobody should have to pay because someone else was careless on the road, whether it was a manufacturer, employer, or property owner.

Armed Felon Convicted of Carmel CVS Robbery; Accomplice Sentenced to Nine Years

Hamilton’s criminal history includes felony convictions for carrying a handgun without a license and synthetic identity deception, which prohibits him from legally possessing a firearm.

The Burden of Proof: Dismantling the Myth of the “Clumsy” Plaintiff

Calling an injured person clumsy can be an effective way to deflect attention from a dangerous property condition.

Nebraska Prison Reverses Ban on Certain Native American Religious Practices

“It should not have taken a lawsuit to reach this outcome,” said Carter Matt, a staff attorney with the ACLU of Nebraska. “The government clearly overstepped by barring dozens of people form participating in traditional religious practices. Officials did not relent when our clients advocated for themselves through the grievance process.”

Court Won’t Let Trump Administration Pre-Emptively Sue Hawaii

The Justice Department’s lawsuit against Hawaii was part of a wider-ranging effort against states attempting to hold the oil industry liable for the practical damage wrought by climate change. Under former Attorney General Pam Bondi, the government also filed claims targeting Michigan, New York, and Vermont.

Unsealed Court Documents Suggest Amazon Pressured Retailers to Keep Prices Low

“Especially while consumers face an affordability crisis, there is no room for illegal practices that impede competition and raise prices,” Bonta said.

Russian Citizen Sentenced to Federal Prison for Hacking into U.S. Companies and Enabling Major Cybercrime Groups to Extort Tens of Millions of Dollars

Volkov agreed to pay full restitution to victims including at least $9,167,198.19 to known victims.

Potholes on Chicago Streets: How to Build a Strong Claim Against the City After a Crash

Drivers who document the scene early, preserve repair and medical records, and tie the defect to the right stretch of road are in a far better position than those relying on memory alone.

Coffey Modica Expands Western New York Presence with New Buffalo Office in Historic Delaware Avenue Building

Coffey Modica has a history of selecting historic buildings for their office locations. Its Westport, Connecticut office was built in 1882 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places by the U.S. Department of the Interior in 1977.

How Outdoor Lifestyles Impact Injury Risks

Ultimately, the goal is not to avoid outdoor adventures but to approach them with awareness and preparation.

DOJ Launches Recovery Process for OneCoin Victims

The federal agency shows victims how to recoup financial loss.

Carnival to Pay $300k to Passenger Who Fell Down Stairs After Drinking 14 Tequila Shots

The lawsuit described Sanders’ experience aboard the Carnival Radiance on January 5, 2024. She was served “at least 14 shots” of tequila between approximately 2:50 p.m. and 11:37 p.m. the same evening. Sometime around midnight, Sanders fell down a staircase. She sustained multiple physical injuries, including a concussion, headaches, and another possible traumatic brain injury. Sanders also suffered a tailbone injury and developed extensive bruising.

FSU Students Help Shape Supreme Court Debate in Major Election Law Case

From a Tallahassee classroom to the nation’s highest court, the experience is a reminder that student work at FSU can help shape the future of American election law.