Supreme Court Justice Appears Surprised That Fellow Justices Treat Their Roles Seriously
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson Shares Insights on Judicial Process During a recent luncheon with the Indianapolis Bar Association, Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson offered a candid glimpse into her judicial thinking and daily routines. “I don’t think people realized how formal the court actually is,” she chuckled, reflecting on her experiences. “When the judges […]
Numerous medical therapies may be impacted by the Supreme Court’s decision on transgender issues.
Supreme Court Ruling on Transgender Care in Tennessee Raises Concerns In December 2024, advocates and opponents of transgender rights gathered outside the U.S. Supreme Court as legal and health policy experts engaged in a significant debate regarding health rights. The recent Supreme Court ruling supporting a ban on affirmative care for Tennessee’s youth could have […]
Alabama law professor and legal panel discuss the lasting effects of this Supreme Court term
Panel Discussion on Recent Supreme Court Decisions The Brennan Judicial Center hosted a panel featuring legal experts, including a law professor from Alabama, to discuss the implications of a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling during a webinar. Alicia Bannon, who heads the Judicial Program at the Brennan Center, moderated the conversation. The panel included distinguished […]
Supreme Court Blocks Florida From Implementing Law That Classifies Illegal Immigration as a State Offense
Supreme Court Rejects Florida’s Immigration Law Enforcement On Wednesday, the Supreme Court chose not to enforce state laws criminalizing illegal immigration. The order, which was unsigned, didn’t provide any reasons or show significant dissent. In February, Florida enacted a law aimed at making it a crime to willfully enter or attempt to enter the U.S. […]
Supreme Court Rejects Biden Judge’s Attempt to Challenge Deportation Order
Supreme Court Overrules District Court on Deportation Orders The Supreme Court has dismissed a district court judge’s attempt to sidestep an order enabling the Trump administration to restart deportations from third countries. On June 23, the Supreme Court acted swiftly, allowing the removal of illegal immigrants. However, Judge Brian Murphy, appointed by Biden, argued that […]
Supreme Court Avoids Parental Rights Issue, Allowing Minor Abortions Without Consent
Supreme Court Declines to Hear Montana Abortion Case The Supreme Court has decided not to review cases concerning parental consent for minors seeking abortions in Montana, following opposition from Justice Samuel Alito. This announcement came out on Thursday. Essentially, the court denied certiorari in the case of Montana v. Planned Parenthood, which means that the […]
7 Updates: Student loan borrowers’ relief ends; Trump to address Alabama; Alabama book dispute gains backing from US Supreme Court; and more …
7. President Trump is reportedly considering a proposal for a $5,000 financial incentive to encourage higher birth rates. This initiative seeks to tackle the trend of declining population, but it overlooks the significant costs associated with raising children. 6. The Fairhope public library, along with some of its librarians and community members, may lose state […]
Greg Shaw: Reliable conservative senior judge on the State Supreme Court
Our Alabama Supreme Court is made up entirely of Republicans—nine conservative justices, to be exact. It’s not surprising, really, given that Alabama leans heavily Republican. This conservative leadership extends to statewide offices and even our two U.S. Senators. Looking ahead, all constitutional offices in Alabama are set for elections in 2026. Next year, voters will […]
Polling Results Undermine the Left’s Critique of the Supreme Court
Supreme Court Decisions Reflect Public Opinion on Key Issues The recent ruling from the Supreme Court on various contentious matters is significantly tied to public sentiment, according to data from The New York Times. While some Democrats voiced their disagreement, public opinion appears to align with the Supreme Court’s stance in several important cases, particularly […]
Alabama Supreme Court implements updated regulations for attorney advertisements
Alabama Supreme Court Updates Ethical Rules on Lawyer Advertising The Alabama Supreme Court has implemented new ethical guidelines aimed at regulating lawyer advertising to prevent deceptive practices and safeguard the public. “These updated rules achieve two main objectives,” noted Presiding Judge Sarah Stewart. “They ensure our standards remain relevant amid ongoing social and technological shifts. […]
