United States v. Castleman: Domestic Violence Firearm Ban
Learn how United States v. Castleman shapes the federal domestic violence firearm ban, from qualifying convictions to penalties and restoring gun rights.
Watteau v Fenwick: Usual Authority, Humble, and the Modern Rule
Learn how Watteau v Fenwick shaped the doctrine of usual authority, from the facts and reasoning behind the ruling to its criticisms and standing today.
Phil Spector Trial: Forensics, Conviction, and Appeals
Learn how the Phil Spector trial unfolded, from the shooting at his mansion through forensic disputes and conviction to appeals and his death in custody.
Amadou Diallo Case Summary: Charges, Trial Venue, and Verdict
Learn how the Amadou Diallo case unfolded, from the Bronx shooting and charges against the NYPD officers through the relocated trial and the jury's verdict.
Is Parris Island Part of the Camp Lejeune Lawsuit?
Learn whether Parris Island falls under the Camp Lejeune lawsuit, from why it's legally excluded to its contamination and the options veterans still have.
Chris Watts’s Sentence Length: Life Terms and $6M Judgment
Learn how Chris Watts's sentence was structured under Colorado law, from the murder counts and plea deal to his prison placement and civil liability.
Barber v. Time: Hospital Privacy vs. Press Freedom
Learn how Barber v. Time shaped privacy law, from a magazine's hospital coverage to the clash between press freedom and personal life and the court's reasoning.
Adidas v. Thom Browne: Jury Verdict and Appeal Outcome
Learn how the Adidas vs Thom Browne trademark case unfolded, from the stripe claims through the jury verdict and post-trial challenge that followed.
Bolitho v City and Hackney Health Authority: Refining the Bolam Test
Learn how Bolitho v City and Hackney Health Authority refined the Bolam test, from the facts to the logical scrutiny requirement and later applications.
Hercules Case: Habeas Corpus and Chimpanzee Personhood
Learn how the Hercules the chimpanzee case unfolded, from the habeas corpus arguments and court ruling to its impact on later animal personhood law.