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Avalon Zoppo

Avalon Zoppo

Avalon Zoppo is an appellate courts reporter for The National Law Journal. Contact her at [email protected]. On Twitter: @AvalonZoppo.

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August 01, 2023 | National Law Journal

Is the 'State-Created Danger Doctrine' in Danger?

Plaintiffs and defense attorneys say the Supreme Court must clarify its doctrine that immunizes state actors from liability unless their on-the-job negligence created the danger that caused the injury.

By Avalon Zoppo

7 minute read

July 28, 2023 | National Law Journal

Judges Probe High Court Ruling's Reach in Photographer's Challenge to Anti-LGBTQ Bias Law

The Sixth Circuit will consider whether photography, like web design, is "expressive" and enjoys First Amendment protection.

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5 minute read

July 27, 2023 | National Law Journal

Judges Press Lawyers on Venue in Challenge to EPA's Renewable Fuel Exemption Denial

EPA says 11th Circuit case involves "nationally applicable" agency action and thus belongs in D.C. Circuit Court.

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4 minute read

July 27, 2023 | National Law Journal

Biden Nominates Public Defender to Long Vacant 10th Circuit Seat

The president also names a magistrate judge for a seat on the Seventh Circuit.

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4 minute read

July 24, 2023 | National Law Journal

1st Circuit Weighs Whether Law Granting Immunity for U.S. Gun Makers Extends Abroad

Mexico alleges gun makers helped facilitate trafficking of weapons across the U.S. border for use in Mexican violence.

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5 minute read

July 21, 2023 | Law.com

Should This Judge Recuse?/Long-Pending Appellate Nominee Confirmed

Bankruptcy Judge faces recusal motion due to her novel that allegedly mirrors -- and disparages -- the litigants.

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8 minute read

July 19, 2023 | National Law Journal

These Judges Feed the Most Law Clerks to the U.S. Supreme Court

A new crop of feeder judges has emerged based on their experience, reputation and connection to the justices.

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6 minute read

July 17, 2023 | National Law Journal

9th Circuit: Instagram Embedding Doesn't Violate Copyright Law, But 'Server Test' Remains in Limbo

The appellate court panel will not have "the final word" on social media embedding, an intellectual property professor says.

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4 minute read

July 14, 2023 | National Law Journal

Full 4th Circuit Won't Hear Jury Instruction Challenge in Lawyer's Money Laundering Conviction

Suspended Baltimore criminal defense attorney Kenneth Ravenell will appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court.

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3 minute read

July 12, 2023 | National Law Journal

5th Circuit Probes Lawyer's 1st Amendment Challenge to Mandatory Bar Dues

Louisiana attorney objects to bar association's statements on wellness and student debt, calling them not germane to the practice of law.

By Avalon Zoppo

5 minute read