The perfect victory cheer is underway for a former high school cheerleader, now 18, whose case reached the Supreme Court – and the only justice who wasn’t on her team was lone dissenter, Justice Thomas. The majority opinion, led by Justice Breyer, clarified that while public schools indeed have the right to object to, and … Read Article
Courts frequently change rules and requirements, sometimes without warning. Rely on SmartRules and our extensive network of court resources to keep you constantly informed of the latest rules and requirements. Note: For up-to-date information always use SmartRules Guides. Florida Circuit Court Motion to Dismiss This post gives an introduction to the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure related … Read Article
Before the Southern District of New York is the issue of whether Columbia University mismanaged employee retirement funds. But before the court can go forward with that issue, one thing must be decided – should vaccinated witnesses be forced to testify in person? 15 witnesses set to appear in Columbia University’s retirement plan lawsuit have … Read Article
What happens when two legal television networks have a disagreement? They go to court – of course. In the lead-up to the infamous Derek Chauvin trial, Court TV has allegedly presented itself as providing exclusive access to the proceedings. Not so, says Law&Crime Network’s Dan Abrams, CEO and Founder of Abrams Media. Abrams’ network is … Read Article
Causing harm through written and spoken word can and does lead to civil lawsuits. But what are the different ways one can face civil action when it comes to this type of harm? Defamation is simply making false statements that harm someone’s reputation. Defamation can be in either spoken or written form. Slander is when … Read Article
The events of a fatal tragedy that took place one night on a road in the U.K. will now be heard in a United States District Court. In 2017, a teenager named Harry Dunn was killed after being hit by an American woman, Anne Sacoolas, who was driving on the wrong side of the road. … Read Article
Courts are already utilizing many safety protocols to protect those that need to enter their halls. Courts currently use masks, social distancing, symptom checks, plexiglass dividers, rigorous cleaning protocols, better air filters, additional portable HEPA air filters, and increased fresh air circulation. But how can they offer even more protection to the public? Early on … Read Article
Earlier this month, SmartRules reported on the long list of recent and upcoming Federal and Local Rule amendments. Since then the list has grown even longer. Do you know what your courts are up to? We do. In the California courts alone, the California Codes of Civil Procedure will be amended, and 30 counties will … Read Article
While we may be nearing the end of 2020 we are not yet done with the pandemic. This situation has created new responsibilities for employers in California who will now be required to follow strict health and safety processes as well as conforming with new reporting requirements. As of the beginning of 2021, all California … Read Article