$43.5 Million Settlement Demanded in Devastating Prostate Cancer Misdiagnosis Case

The US Supreme Court on Thursday agreed to hear a pair of consolidated cases that could reshape the legal landscape for state-run transportation systems operating across state lines. The court granted limited certiorari to determine whether the New Jersey Transit Corporation (NJ Transit) qualifies as an “arm of the state” entitled to interstate sovereign immunity in negligence lawsuits filed outside New Jersey. At the heart of the dispute is a clash between rulings from New York and Pennsylvania’s highest courts over whether NJ Transit, which operates one of the largest public transportation networks in the country, can be sued in state courts outside New Jersey for injuries caused by its buses and trains. The legal question has significant practical implications: NJ Transit buses and trains routinely operate across state lines, serving millions of riders annually throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York. But depending on where a lawsuit is filed, the…

"Democrats are playing a verbal shell game, pointing to federal law to say that Medicaid dollars can't legally go to illegal aliens, so there is no money to be saved by cutting those funds off." The post If Illegals Aren’t Receiving Federal Medicaid Benefits, Why Are Blue States Suing to Protect Their Data? first appeared on Le·gal In·sur·rec·tion.

Holiday Accident Brings Driver to Weiland Button The Holidays can be a stressful time for many, even without a traffic citation or accident to worry about. Weiland Button knows this all too well as one of the law firms that answers calls when others do not. A client was involved in a traffic accident the day before Thanksgiving. He called law firms without luck until he reached us. We answered their questions and provided them with a roadmap to complete before their court date. The driver took our advice seriously and completed all the tasks set for them. When court arrived, they were prepared and ready, with our attorney by their side. All went well and they were pleased with the outcome. If you have been ticketed or charged with a crime in Virginia over the Holidays, reach out to Weiland Button at (804) 355-8037 for a free consultation. Weiland Button, PLC is a leading Virginia Traffic Law Firm Call (804) 355-8037 for a free consultation Related Information: Dinwiddie Va…

Human Rights Watch (HRW) called on UN member states Thursday to renew the mandate of the independent expert on protection against violence and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI), emphasizing that the mandate remains a vital mechanism for protecting universal human rights. As the UN Human Rights Council prepares to vote on whether to renew the mandate of the independent expert, international human rights organizations are sounding alarms about rising global hostility toward LGBTQ+ communities. Created in 2016, the SOGI mandate equips states with concrete tools to combat anti-LGBTQ+ violence and discrimination, and it reinforces the Universal Declaration of Human Rights’ founding principle that “all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.” The mandate applies established international standards to communities that continue to face widespread marginalization. The urgency of the vote is reflected in a wave of…

Posted by Matthew A. Schwartz, James M. Shea Jr., and William S.L. Weinberg, and Brian T. Frawley, Sullivan & Cromwell LLP, on Saturday, July 5, 2025 Editor's Note: Matthew A. Schwartz is a Partner, James M. Shea Jr. is a Special Counsel, and William S.L. Weinberg is an Associate at Sullivan & Cromwell LLP. This post is based on a Sullivan & Cromwell memorandum by Mr. Schwartz, Mr. Shea, Mr. Weinberg, Melissa Sawyer, Bob Downes, and Audrey Paetzel, and is part of the Delaware law series; links to other posts in the series are available here. SUMMARY This memorandum follows our prior memos of February 18, 2025 and March 28, 2025 to provide updates on further changes that Delaware, Nevada, and Texas are implementing or considering in order to establish a clear and efficient corporate legal framework and encourage companies to incorporate there. (more…)

A tragic Fourth of July fire that destroyed a Stockton family’s home has become the focal point of a high-stakes insurance lawsuit still winding its way through the courts. 1 What began as a celebration then turned into a catastrophic fire. It has now become a deeply contentious legal battle between homeowners Allen Singh and … The post When a Fireworks Tragedy Becomes a Legal Battle: The Fourth of July Blaze That Sparked a Still-Pending Dispute appeared first on Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog.

Barry Currier (Former Managing Director), ABA Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar), Comments on Texas and Florida Courts Studying Continued Reliance on the ABA Law School Accreditation Process: I submitted comments today to the Texas Supreme Court and a Florida Supreme Court Work Group on the question...

Following our April review of the most-viewed “named posts” in the first four months of 2025[1], we have conducted a longer term analysis of the most-viewed posts in the period 1 August 2024 to 4 July 2025; those listed below are summarized at the end of this post, here. Most-read posts, 1 August 2024 to 4 July 2025 Makin Review: Summary of Recommendations 13-Nov-24 Makin review of the Smyth case published 07-Nov-24 Alternative Anglican Ordinations: seven South African deacons* 25-Jun-25 Statement on BBC File on 4 on abuse by David Tudor 16-Dec-24 Soul Survivor: Independent Review Report 26-Sep-24 Wheat bread and fermented wine at Holy Communion? The origins of Canon B17* 17-Feb-25 Churches, Minsters and Cathedrals 17-Nov-16 Parochial Fees – 2025 and 2026 21-Aug-24 A heckler’s veto on Christian street preaching in the UK* 29-Feb-24 Anti-Zionism as a protected belief: final judgment in Miller v University of Bristol 10-Oct-24 * Guest post Comment The…

A hit-and-run collision occurred late Friday night on Interstate 280 near 7th Street in San Jose, resulting in injuries. The incident took place at approximately 10:52 PM on July 4, 2025, involving two vehicles. Emergency services, including the California Highway Patrol (CHP) and San Jose Fire Department, responded promptly to the scene. Initial reports indicated that lanes 3, 4, and 5 were blocked due to the collision, causing significant traffic disruptions. However, all lanes were reopened shortly before midnight, minimizing further inconvenience to motorists. The incident was initially classified as a traffic collision with unknown injuries but was later updated to a hit-and-run with injuries by the CHP. Authorities are actively investigating the incident to identify the driver responsible for fleeing the scene. Motorists are urged to exercise caution and report any information related to the incident to local law enforcement. Our thoughts are with those injured, and…

Christine Savino | Cornell Law School, US A US federal judge in the Eastern District of New York on Monday blocked an attempt by President Donald Trump’s administration to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians five months earlier than scheduled. The court decision affects an estimated 521,000 Haitians who have received TPS protections allowing them to live and work legally in the US. Haitian TPS recipients will retain legal status and work authorization at least through February 2026, pending further litigation. Many expect the administration to appeal. US District Judge Brian M. Cogan ruled that abruptly ending TPS mid-designation violates statutory notice requirements and undermines beneficiaries’ reliance interests. He wrote, “When the Government confers a benefit over a fixed period of time, a beneficiary can reasonably expect to receive that benefit at least until the end of that fixed period.” *** Read more… *** UNITED STATES…

Jennifer Wang (Brown University), Andrew D. Selbst (UCLA School of Law), Suresh Venkatasubramanian (Brown University), & Solon Barocas (Microsoft Research; Cornell University) have posted Distinguishing Predictive and Generative AI in Regulation on SSRN. Here is the abstract: Over the past decade, policymakers have developed a set of regulatory tools to ensure AI development aligns with key societal goals. Many of these tools were initially developed in response to concerns with predictive AI and therefore encode certain assumptions about the nature of AI systems and the utility of certain regulatory approaches. With the advent of generative AI, however, some of these assumptions no longer hold, even as policymakers attempt to maintain a single regulatory target that covers both types of AI. In this paper, we identify four distinct aspects of generative AI that call for meaningfully different policy responses. These are the generality and adaptability of generative AI that…

In a startling but unsurprising decision, the Supreme Court last Friday dramatically shrank the ability of federal judges to issue universal injunctions. In Trump v. CASA, Justice Amy Coney Barrett, writing for the six Republican appointees, concludes that universal injunctions “likely exceed the equitable authority that Congress has granted to federal courts.” For that reason, the universal injunctions that three separate district judges had entered against the Trump Administration’s Executive Order attempting to abolish birthright citizenship are no longer in force. For many, including the Justices, the case is about the proper role of the judiciary. Should judges be entering universal injunctions against policies that the Executive Branch is trying to enforce, even if those policies are unlawful? Should nonparties be able to benefit from an injunction awarded by a district judge? Or, perhaps more pointedly, should each of the hundreds of district judges…

Matthew Rimmer (Queensland University of Technology (QUT)) has posted Night at the Artificial Museum: Copyright Law and Artificial Intelligence (Culture Unbound: Journal of Current Cultural Research 2025) on SSRN. Here is the abstract: This essay explores the legal challenges and risks provided by tools associated with artificial intelligence (AI) for the protection, preservation, promotion, and regeneration of digital cultural heritage. In particular, it focuses on copyright litigation over AI training projects. However, it also touches upon other forms of intellectual property protection, such as trade mark law, publicity rights, patent law, and trade secrets. This article considers the implications of copyright litigation in respect of AI projects for galleries, libraries, archives, and museums (composing the GLAM sector). It surveys the host of copyright action over AI projects – looking at literary works, journalism, databases, artistic works, musical works,…

By Ronald Richenburg “Born on the Fourth of July” is the catchy title of a celebrated film, based on a book, which references a humorous patriotic American song with roots going back to the 18th century. Although in the film and the book the words are used in an ironic way, the tone is very different in the song where the singer describes himself as “a real live nephew of my Uncle Sam, born on the Fourth of July”.* The 4th of July has long been celebrated as the birthday of the United States, but the key events of 1776 occurred over a period of several weeks, and it has sometimes been suggested that the 2nd of July was of equal or even greater importance. Beginning in 1754, representatives from the various colonies met in a number of congresses. initially to discuss matters of common interest, and later to co-ordinate their responses to certain British policies that were causing increasing discontent. The last and most important of these…

A Louisiana Immigration Law Guide by Bloom Legal Network Navigating the immigration process in the United States can be overwhelming, especially when your ability to work and support yourself or your family is on the line. One of the most common and important questions we hear at Bloom Legal Network […] The post Can I Work While Waiting for My Green Card? appeared first on Bloom Legal Network.

Running from the police might seem like a justifiable, split-second decision made out of panic or fear. However, in Ohio, it can result in serious criminal charges. Whether on foot or behind the wheel, attempting to avoid law enforcement is a crime under state law. The consequences can include jail or prison time, fines, and even long-term damage to your record. If you’re facing charges related to fleeing the police, it’s important to understand how Ohio law treats this type of offense and what it could mean for your future. What Does Ohio Law Say About Evading the Police? Ohio Revised Code § 2921.331 covers failing to comply with an order or signal of a police officer. You can be charged if you fail to stop when a police officer signals you to pull over. This law applies to drivers who refuse to stop and try to escape, but it can also apply to people who flee on foot in certain circumstances. The offense can be charged as a misdemeanor or felony,…

[Federal enclaves, false alarms, and pseudonymous lawsuits.] Please enjoy the latest edition of Short Circuit, a weekly feature written by a bunch of people at the Institute for Justice. At The Unpopulist, IJ's Anthony Sanders digs into the Supreme Court's inequitable evisceration of universal injunctions. This week on the Short Circuit podcast: Is yoga speech? And what's a scrivener's error? On the latest episode of Unpublished Opinions, IJ's roundtable podcast: Things get heated when opening the Bluebook, secrets are dished about dictionaries, and the team ponder what it's all about when it comes to public interest law. Man with two Ohio felony convictions from the early 1990s turns his life around, gets a Ph.D., obtains a security clearance, and eventually receives a pardon from the Ohio governor, which allows his conviction to be sealed. He applies for a job with the FDIC, which rejects him when he informs them about his sealed conviction.…

 Pix credit hereI am delighted to post the draft text of remarks I have prepared for delivery at the Workshop on Smart Courts in Comparative Perspective. This workshop is part of the international and interdisciplinary research project"Smart Courts – Disruptive Technologies in China’s Judicial System” at the University of Cologne, funded by the Excellent Research Support Program as a University of Cologne Forum. The project is conducted by the Chair of Chinese Legal Culture and the Chair for Criminal and Criminal Procedure Law – German, European, and international Economic, Tax, and Medical Criminal Law at the University of Cologne.The workshop also integrates the Cologne Talks on Information Law of the Institute of Digitality at University of Cologne.The description of the workshop from its CfP gyves a good idea of the scope of the event: This workshop aims at bringing together international experts in the field of law, social and political…