Sat.Mar 23, 2024

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Ireland High Court rules UK not safe for asylum applicants due to Rwanda plan

JURIST

The Irish High Court ruled Friday that a decision made by the country’s Minister for Justice in 2020 to declare the UK a “safe country” to send asylum seekers back to during processing was “unlawful as a matter of EU law.” The decision came after two individuals’ applications for international protection in Ireland were rejected because of their connections with the UK, which is attempting to adopt a plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda while their applicatio

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“McConnell Stole a Supreme Court Seat. Is That the Norm Now?”

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“McConnell Stole a Supreme Court Seat. Is That the Norm Now?” Ed Kilgore has this post at the “Intelligencer” blog of New York magazine. The post “McConnell Stole a Supreme Court Seat. Is That the Norm Now?” appeared first on How Appealing.

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HRW calls for fair, transparent and impartial proceedings in Seychelles anti-corruption case

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In a statement issued Thursday, Human Rights Watch (HRW) called on Seychelles to hold fair and open legal processes against former presidential advisor Mukesh Valabhji and other defendants accused of embezzlement and money laundering in addition to unlawful firearm possession and conspiracy to commit terrorism in November 2021. Valabhji and his wife were both implicated in the 2002 misappropriation and money laundering of donations of foreign aid from the UAE.

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“What happens when an AG dares to investigate Leonard Leo’s network; Brian Schwalb’s probe followed a complaint that nonprofit groups associated with the judicial activist violated their tax status”

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“What happens when an AG dares to investigate Leonard Leo’s network; Brian Schwalb’s probe followed a complaint that nonprofit groups associated with the judicial activist violated their tax status”: Heidi Przybyla of Politico has this report. The post “What happens when an AG dares to investigate Leonard Leo’s network; Brian Schwalb’s probe followed a complaint that nonprofit groups associated with the judicial activist violated their tax status” appeared first on How Ap

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Trial Prep: What Attorneys Really Want (And How to Deliver It)

Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

Get ready to uncover what attorneys really need from you when it comes to trial prep in this new webinar! Attorney and law professor, Joe Stephens, J.D., will share proven techniques for anticipating attorney needs, organizing critical documents, and transforming complex information into compelling case presentations. Key Learning Objectives: Organization That Makes Sense 🎯 Learn how to structure and organize case materials in ways that align with how attorneys actually work and think.

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EU imposes sanctions on Russia for Alexei Navalny’s death

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The European Council on Friday imposed sanctions on Russian officials and entities linked to the death of Russian opposition activist Alexei Navalny. The sanctions were introduced under the EU’s current Global Human Rights Sanction Regime , including an asset freeze, prohibitions on the provision of funds or economic resources, and a travel ban to the EU.

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Russia security services report 11 detained following Moscow music hall attack that killed 133

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Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) reported on Saturday that security services detained 11 people in connection with the ISIS-claimed attack on the Crocus City Hall music venue on the outskirts of Moscow that killed at least 133. The FSB added that four who directly participated in the attack were among the detained. The security service also alleged that the attackers attempted to flee towards Ukraine but were apprehended in the Bryansk region.

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Who’s Afraid of Punitive Damages? – Conference in Augsburg, Germany

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by Salih Okur (University of Augsburg) On 8 and 9 March, scholars from more than a dozen different jurisdictions followed the invitation of Tobias Lutzi to discuss recent trends in punitive damages at the University of Augsburg, Germany. Despite an unfortunate combination of rail and flight strikes, only a small number of participants were ultimately unable to make it to Augsburg.

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India court holds legislation creating and regulating Islamic education schools unconstitutional

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The Lucknow Bench of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh’s (UP) Allahabad High Court (AHC) held Friday that a Uttar Pradesh state legislation for the establishment and regulation of Islamic education schools called Madarsas is constitutional. The court deemed the Uttar Pradesh Board of Madarsa Education Act, 2004 (Madarsa Act) unconstitutional due to its violation of the principles of secularism and various articles of the Constitution of India , including the “Right to Equality”

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Wage-and-hour opinion filing Monday

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On Monday morning, the Supreme Court will file its opinion in Huerta v. HSA Electrical Contractors, Inc. (Briefs here ; oral argument video here.) In August 2022 , the court agreed to answer these questions for the Ninth Circuit: Is time spent on an employer’s premises in a personal vehicle and waiting to scan an identification badge, have security guards peer into the vehicle, and then exit a Security Gate compensable as “hours worked” within the meaning of California Industrial Welfare Commi

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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IACHR orders Peru to compensate victims of lead poisoning living near mine

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The Inter-American Court of Human Rights (IACHR) conducted the notification of the judgment in the case of Residents of La Oroya v. Peru this Friday, addressing the Peruvian State’s responsibility for the damage suffered by 80 residents of La Oroya and ordered the payment of compensation to the victims for the damage incurred. In December 2022, a group of residents of La Oroya, located in the Peruvian highlands, filed a compliance lawsuit against the Ministry of Health and the General Dire

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March oral argument videos available

At the Lectern

The Supreme Court has posted videos of the six arguments heard on the March calendar. Opinions in the cases are expected by June 3.

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Kenya demands TikTok abide by national privacy regulations

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Kenya’s Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki told the Public Petitions Committee of the National Assembly that the National Security Council (NSC) is coping with the threats posed by social media platforms particularly the app TikTok. TikTok is a short-form online video platform owned by Chinese Internet company ByteDance, rapidly gaining worldwide popularity in recent years.

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“Rare All-Female Lineup to Argue Supreme Court Abortion Pill Case; Men vastly outnumber women at high court lectern; Number of female advocates unusually high this term”

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“Rare All-Female Lineup to Argue Supreme Court Abortion Pill Case; Men vastly outnumber women at high court lectern; Number of female advocates unusually high this term”: Kimberly Strawbridge Robinson of Bloomberg Law has this report. The post “Rare All-Female Lineup to Argue Supreme Court Abortion Pill Case; Men vastly outnumber women at high court lectern; Number of female advocates unusually high this term” appeared first on How Appealing.

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Paralegal Power Move: Your Guide to Getting the Tech Tools That Maximize Your Time

Your time is valuable—and you know the right technology could help you do even more. From document management to client communication, modern tools can transform how you track deadlines, manage cases, and support your legal team. This practical playbook shows you how to: Compare and evaluate technology vendors Understand all costs and ROI potential Build a compelling presentation Handle common objections Pitch your solution like a pro Created by legal technology experts who understand how pivota

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Review Law Democratized: A Blueprint For Solving The Justice Crisis

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Jerry Lawson rhetorically asks Is anyone in the country better qualified than Renee Knake Jefferson to write about access to justice? Professor of Law at the University of Houston, co-reporter for the ABA Commission on the Future of Legal Services, and designated by the American Bar Association as a “Legal Rebel,” she has long been a thought leader in the quest to make legal help available to all, regardless of resources.

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“Supreme Court to rule on FDA approval of abortion drug mifepristone; Oral arguments are scheduled for Tuesday”

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“Supreme Court to rule on FDA approval of abortion drug mifepristone; Oral arguments are scheduled for Tuesday”: Shannon Bream and Bill Mears of Fox News has this report. Sandhya Raman and Michael Macagnone of Roll Call report that “ Supreme Court to hear oral arguments on medication abortion drug; Justices on Tuesday consider challenge that could limit access to mifepristone.” And The Washington Post has published an editorial titled “ The Supreme Court’s latest ab

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“Blatantly Misogynistic”: UC Berkeley Students Declare That They Feel Unsafe After Professor Shares Dating Advice

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This week, parents of students at the University of California at Berkeley took the extreme step of hiring private security to protect their children at the school after years of complaints over rising crime and anti-police policies. The university, however, is focused this week on another threat that has led students to object that they no longer feel safe on campus: the dating advice offered by Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences Professor Jonathan Shewchuk in response to a query from

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“Former Justice Stephen Breyer reflects on ‘unfortunate’ Supreme Court leak before Dobbs abortion ruling; In an interview with NBC’s ‘Meet the Press,’ Breyer was asked whether the justices had discussed a compromise 15-week abortion ban”

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“Former Justice Stephen Breyer reflects on ‘unfortunate’ Supreme Court leak before Dobbs abortion ruling; In an interview with NBC’s ‘Meet the Press,’ Breyer was asked whether the justices had discussed a compromise 15-week abortion ban”: Alexandra Marquez of NBC News has this report. The post “Former Justice Stephen Breyer reflects on ‘unfortunate’ Supreme Court leak before Dobbs abortion ruling; In an interview with NBC’s ‘

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Case Study: Maximize Client Compensation by Unlocking the Power of Diminished Value

Your auto accident clients don’t realize that they have lost value in their vehicle because the insurance company covered their repairs and gave them a rental to drive until their vehicle was “brand new.” When they realize that loss in value is when they go to trade or sell their car.

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“How rightwing groups used junk science to get an abortion case before the US supreme court; Anti-abortion researchers ‘exaggerate’ and ‘obfuscate’ in their scientific papers — but by the time they’re published, it’s too late”

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“How rightwing groups used junk science to get an abortion case before the US supreme court; Anti-abortion researchers ‘exaggerate’ and ‘obfuscate’ in their scientific papers — but by the time they’re published, it’s too late”: Jessica Glenza of The Guardian has this report. The post “How rightwing groups used junk science to get an abortion case before the US supreme court; Anti-abortion researchers ‘exaggerate’ and ‘obfuscate’ in their scientific papers — but by t

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