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Jimmy Hoover

Jimmy Hoover

Jimmy Hoover covers the Supreme Court for The National Law Journal. He can be reached at [email protected]. Follow him on Twitter: @JimmyHooverDC. 

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December 07, 2023 | Supreme Court Brief

Justices Weigh Title VII's Breadth in Transfer of St. Louis Police Woman

High court considers significance of "materially significant" disadvantage to transferred worker.

By Jimmy Hoover

5 minute read

December 06, 2023 | National Law Journal

In Title VII Case, Supreme Court Wades Through Workplace Landmines

The justices weigh if a job transfer allegedly based on sex could be illegal if the employee suffered no "materially significant" disadvantage.

By Jimmy Hoover

6 minute read

December 06, 2023 | Supreme Court Brief

Justice Alito: Supreme Court Media Critic

The U.S. government's position in a tax appeal "has resonated a lot in the coverage of this case," justice says during oral arguments.

By Jimmy Hoover

5 minute read

December 05, 2023 | National Law Journal

Supreme Court Eyes Consequences of Broad Ruling in Repatriation Tax Case

"[W]hen the court opens a door, Congress tends to walk through it," Justice Neil Gorsuch said.

By Jimmy Hoover

6 minute read

December 05, 2023 | National Law Journal

Supreme Court Says ADA Case Involving Serial 'Tester' Is Moot

Justices issue decision despite "concern about litigants manipulating the jurisdiction of this Court" by abandoning cases headed for appeal.

By Jimmy Hoover

4 minute read

December 05, 2023 | Supreme Court Brief

In Sackler Case, Attorney's 'Dramatic' Argument Gets Justices' Attention

"Forget a better deal," attorney Pratik Shah told the high court, referring to the bankruptcy plan. "There is no other deal."

By Jimmy Hoover

6 minute read

December 04, 2023 | National Law Journal

Justices Appear Hesitant to Block $6 Billion Bankruptcy Plan for Purdue Pharma

High court members note opioid victims' broad support for the deal despite the federal government's objection.

By Jimmy Hoover

5 minute read

December 04, 2023 | Supreme Court Brief

Supreme Court, Draped In Black, Carries On With Business

Current Supreme Court members reflect on the influence of Justice Sandra Day O'Connor.

By Jimmy Hoover

8 minute read

December 01, 2023 | National Law Journal

Justice O'Connor's Clerks Recall a People Person Focused on the Practical

"She was just kind of a mother hen, in addition to the great role she played on the Supreme Court," Cornell Law School professor Stewart Schwab said.

By Jimmy Hoover

9 minute read

November 30, 2023 | National Law Journal

Senate Democrats Authorize Subpoenas for Crow, Leo in Tense Hearing

Republican Sen. John Cornyn calls the Judiciary Committee proceeding "a complete disgrace."

By Jimmy Hoover

6 minute read