Mellouli v. Lynch: Deportation and the Categorical Approach
Learn how Mellouli v. Lynch reshaped deportation law for noncitizens, from the case's origins through the Court's reasoning to the decision's limits.
Why Did Paige Sue Abby Lee Miller on Dance Moms?
Learn why Paige sued Abby Lee Miller over her Dance Moms experience, from the alleged on-set incidents and named co-defendants to how the case ended.
US v. Lopez: Commerce Clause Limits and Later Cases
Learn how United States v. Lopez reshaped Commerce Clause doctrine, from the reasoning behind the ruling to its influence on later federalism cases.
Vanessa Guillen Case: How the Act Reformed Military Law
Learn how the Vanessa Guillen case reshaped military law, from new prosecution and reporting systems to expanded protections and support for victims.
Bailey v. United States: Detention Limits Near Search Scenes
Learn how Bailey v. United States shapes detention during search warrants, from the immediate vicinity rule to stops made after occupants leave.
Caniglia v. Strom: Community Caretaking and Warrantless Entry
Learn how Caniglia v. Strom reshaped warrantless home entry, from the community caretaking doctrine and remaining emergency exceptions to civil remedies.
Martin v. State: Voluntary Act Rule and the MPC Framing
Learn how Martin v. State shaped the voluntary act requirement, from the Alabama ruling through the Model Penal Code's framing and the doctrine's limits.
Citizens United v. FEC: The Ruling, Super PACs, and Dark Money
Learn how Citizens United v. FEC reshaped campaign finance, from the Court's ruling to the rise of Super PACs, dark money, and the rules that still apply.
Hill v. Edmonds Case Brief: The Indivisible Injury Rule
Learn how the Hill v. Edmonds case brief covers concurrent negligence, from the court's reasoning to the indivisible injury rule and its role today.
The Innis Standard: Functional Equivalent of Interrogation
Learn how the functional equivalent of interrogation works under Innis, from the perspective and intent tests to major exceptions and post-Miranda limits.