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Escape to Italy Brings International Law Into TX Murder Case
By Amy O'Neal, J.D. | Reviewed by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
A Houston murder case has come before a court in Italy, following the international escape of defendant Lee Gilley. Texas prosecutors had charged Gilley with capital murder following the death…
If Cars Could Fly, What Rules Would They Have To Follow?
By Kit Yona, M.A. | Reviewed by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
It feels like we’ve been waiting around for our flying cars since the days of “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” and “The Man With the Golden Gun.” Could the October 15,…
When Faith Becomes a Sales Pitch: A Pastor’s Alleged $13 Million Investment Scheme
By Vaidehi Mehta, Esq. | Reviewed by Catherine Hodder, Esq. | Last updated on
Imagine your pastor tells you about an investment that could grow your savings while helping the church and community. You already trust him for spiritual guidance; now he says God…
When Faith Becomes a Sales Pitch: A Pastor’s Alleged $13 Million Investment Scheme
By Vaidehi Mehta, Esq. | Reviewed by Catherine Hodder, Esq. | Last updated on
Imagine your pastor tells you about an investment that could grow your savings while helping the church and community. You already trust him for spiritual guidance; now he says God…
Your Landlord Is Selling the House. Do You Have to Move?
By Carolyn Hansen, J.D. | Reviewed by Catherine Hodder, Esq. | Last updated on
If you just found out your landlord is selling the house you’re renting, don’t panic and don’t start packing just yet. The first thing to do is to read through…
What New Passport Changes Are Ahead for 2027?
By Amy O'Neal, J.D. | Reviewed by Catherine Hodder, Esq. | Last updated on
In the new year, there will be many changes when you apply for a U.S. passport, as well as new passport rules and requirements for international travel. The State Department…
Escape to Italy Brings International Law Into TX Murder Case
By Amy O'Neal, J.D. | Reviewed by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
A Houston murder case has come before a court in Italy, following the international escape of defendant Lee Gilley. Texas prosecutors had charged Gilley with capital murder following the death…
DOJ Requests for State Voter Rolls: What Voters Should Know
By Natalie Moritz | Reviewed by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has asked nearly every state to provide complete voter registration lists, saying it needs the information to ensure states are complying with federal voter-roll…
Retractions Not Enough: Kevin O’Leary and Fox News Face Second Defamation Suit Over China Claims
By Kit Yona, M.A. | Reviewed by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
Kevin O’Leary, business entrepreneur and longtime star of the TV show “Shark Tank,” refers to himself as “Mr. Wonderful” and once stated that “I'm pre-programmed to only speak the truth.…
If Cars Could Fly, What Rules Would They Have To Follow?
By Kit Yona, M.A. | Reviewed by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
It feels like we’ve been waiting around for our flying cars since the days of “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” and “The Man With the Golden Gun.” Could the October 15,…
Can White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia Call Herself a Lawyer?
By Vaidehi Mehta, Esq. | Reviewed by Catherine Hodder, Esq. | Last updated on
By now, you may have seen the headlines about Katie Zacharia’s bar exam. The controversy picked up steam when a reporter asked President Donald Trump which state his new press…
Savvy Move or Pure Folly: Should You Try to Avoid Being Served for a Lawsuit?
By Kit Yona, M.A. | Reviewed by Catherine Hodder, Esq. | Last updated on
It may not be as certain as death and taxes, but your chances of successfully avoiding a process server to evade legal documents are slim at best. Your attempts at…
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Fifth Circuit Panel Excoriates District Judge Over Use of Generative AI in DEI Case
By Kit Yona, M.A. | Reviewed by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
Judges have been quick to express their ire and impatience with attorneys who use generative artificial intelligence (GAI) for court filings without checking for accuracy or AI hallucinations. If a…
Abandonment Issues? Federal Judge Faces Judicial Misconduct Complaints
By Kit Yona, M.A. | Reviewed by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
U.S. District Judge Ada Brown may have the opportunity to join an extremely exclusive group of federal judges. Alas, it’s not a clique federal judges want to be part of.…
Supreme Court Takes Up Fight Over DOGE Records
By J.P. Finet, J.D. | Reviewed by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to review a dispute over how much information the U.S. DOGE Service (USDS) must provide during litigation over whether it falls under the Freedom…
Fifth Circuit Panel Excoriates District Judge Over Use of Generative AI in DEI Case
By Kit Yona, M.A. | Reviewed by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
Judges have been quick to express their ire and impatience with attorneys who use generative artificial intelligence (GAI) for court filings without checking for accuracy or AI hallucinations. If a…
Abandonment Issues? Federal Judge Faces Judicial Misconduct Complaints
By Kit Yona, M.A. | Reviewed by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
U.S. District Judge Ada Brown may have the opportunity to join an extremely exclusive group of federal judges. Alas, it’s not a clique federal judges want to be part of.…
Can White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia Call Herself a Lawyer?
By Vaidehi Mehta, Esq. | Reviewed by Catherine Hodder, Esq. | Last updated on
By now, you may have seen the headlines about Katie Zacharia’s bar exam. The controversy picked up steam when a reporter asked President Donald Trump which state his new press…
Supreme Court Takes Up Fight Over DOGE Records
By J.P. Finet, J.D. | Reviewed by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to review a dispute over how much information the U.S. DOGE Service (USDS) must provide during litigation over whether it falls under the Freedom…
Supreme Court to Hear Challenge to Home Distilling Ban
By FindLaw Staff | Last updated on
Back in April, hobby distillers won a round in their fight against the federal ban on making spirits at home. That was in the Fifth Circuit, and you can read…
Can Trump Use Executive Privilege to Shield Kennedy Center Records?
By Vaidehi Mehta, Esq. | Reviewed by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
Washington’s John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts presents theater, music, dance, and other performances. It also has an unusual leadership arrangement: Donald Trump serves as both U.S. president…
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