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New Jersey Law Journal

Judge Extinguishes Suit Seeking Ban on Smoking in Atlantic City Casinos

"[T]here is a difference between an individual having the freedom to pursue and obtain safety and happiness and the state having an obligation to guarantee the safety and happiness of its citizens," Christopher Porrino, an attorney for the Casino Association of New Jersey, said at a hearing in the case.
5 minute read

Law.com

ACLU, Selendy Gay Seek to Block South Carolina Law Banning Gender-Affirming Care

Attorneys from the American Civil Liberties Union, the ACLU of South Carolina, and Selendy Gay are seeking a preliminary and permanent injunction in federal court on three provisions in a state bill banning gender-affirming care.
3 minute read

The Recorder

Innovation vs. Regulation Debate Reaches Gov. Gavin Newsom as AI Bills Hit His Desk

Among the bills before the governor is SB 1047, a closely watched measure that would require the largest generative AI developers to ensure their products will not cause significant physical or financial harm.
6 minute read

National Law Journal

At Supreme Court, EPA Defends Allegedly 'Vague' Sewage Permit for San Francisco

The case, "San Francisco v. EPA," is the second time in two terms that the famously liberal-leaning West Coast municipal government has found itself at odds with the Biden administration in a legal issue at the Supreme Court.
4 minute read

Law.com

Massachusetts High Court Holds 2nd Amendment Protections Include 'Switchblades,' Striking Down Decades-Old Ban

"Setting aside any question whether switchblades are in common use today for lawful purposes, we conclude switchblades are 'arms' for Second Amendment purposes. Therefore, the carrying of switchblades is presumptively protected by the plain text of the Second Amendment," wrote Massachusetts Justice Serge Georges Jr.
6 minute read

The Recorder

Bill Setting New Rules for California Neutrals Heads to Governor's Desk

Legislation backed by plaintiffs lawyers would place new disclosure requirements on neutrals and create an arbitration certification program through the state bar.
2 minute read

The Recorder

California State Judges to Receive 2.6% Pay Hike

Recent salary increases negotiated by some California state workers mean statutory pay hikes for judges.
3 minute read

Law.com

Maryland Supreme Court Cites 'Wide-Ranging and Pervasive Nature' of Violations in Explaining Why It Removed New Judge From Bench

"In this case, Judge Ademiluyi's removal from office was the only disposition sufficient to protect the public's confidence in the independence, integrity, and impartiality of [the] judiciary and ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice," Maryland Supreme Court Justice Shirley M. Watts wrote.
5 minute read

New York Law Journal

Randy Mastro's Litigation Record Cast in Harsh Light in Marathon Confirmation Hearing

At one point Mastro was also questioned about his own recent legal dispute with the city to dispute a $375 municipal fine for failing to prevent false fire alarms.
6 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Public Access to Records and the Anonymous Requestor

There is a downside associated with online anonymity where studies have shown that people are more likely to behave in a dishonest or morally questionable way when they can hide behind their anonymity.
6 minute read

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