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Starbucks loses unfair labor practices case after firing two workers engaged in organizing union

JURIST

The US National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) ruled Monday that Starbucks violated federal labor laws by firing two workers who were planning to organize a union at a Philadelphia store in 2020.

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In Review: SCOTUS Environmental and Administrative Decisions in the 2020 Term

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Several decisions of interest were issued in the 2020 term, which stretched from October 2020 until early July 2021. This review will concentrate on environmental and administrative law cases. by Anthony B. Continue Reading ›.

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How Paralegals Can Avoid UPL

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However, this is not always the case, as a limited number of administrative law courts may allow paralegal client representation in special cases. Smidt (2020). Paralegals cannot appear in court on behalf of a client. This is a pretty simple rule to adhere to; paralegals are not recognized in most courts. Disciplinary Counsel v.

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India Supreme Court issues notice in petition challenging bar exam rules

JURIST

The petition challenges the Bar Council of India’s authority to prescribe a post-enrollment qualification for practising law. It also seeks a stay on the Bar Council’s December 21, 2020 notification which announces that the AIBE will be conducted twice, first on 24 January and then on 21 March 2021.

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The Most Engaging Decision You’ll Read All Year – Five Stars

FDA Law Blog

FDA complied with that order, later extended the deadline because of COVID, and eventually settled on a PMTA deadline of September 9, 2020. Going through “[f]our well-established and longstanding principles of administrative law,” the Court explained how any one of such principles “independently require that result.”

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Guest Post: Climate Litigation in Japan: Citizens’ Attempts for the Coal Phase-Out

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In a statement of appeal, which was filed by one of the citizens in December 2020, the appellant asserted that the Sendai District Court should have considered the consequences of GHG emissions even though they could not be directly addressed as an illegal activity. Administrative complaints.

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Climate Litigation in Japan: What to Expect in 2025

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Since climate change affects people globally, distinguishing plaintiffs from the rest of the population will likely remain an issue for establishing standing under administrative law. Portugal and 32 Other States filed before the European Court of Human Rights in 2020. Kobe Steel Ltd.,