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By Andy DelaneyTwo opinions Friday, both about credit, but in very different contexts. In our first case, the credit is for time served. Mr. Davila blew off his furlough and a warrant was issued for his arrest. He was arrested in Massachusetts and spent 490 days in the pokey there for both Vermont's warrant and local charges. He wanted that time to count toward his Vermont sentence so he filed a petition requesting as much. The trial court denied credit, siding with the Department of Corrections. The trial court reasoned that under the law, petitioner couldn’t get credit for days spent out of state while an arrest warrant was outstanding, and he wasn’t "awaiting transportation" to Vermont while Massachusetts still had pending charges. So, the trial court granted summary judgment to the State, rejecting petitioner's claim for credit for the Massachusetts jail time. He appeals.  On appeal, a slim SCOV majority agrees with the…

Polish law, like laws in many anti-abortion U.S. states, permits abortions under limited circumstances. But because of uncertainty about exactly when those circumstances have obtained, clinicians are reluctant to use these legal exceptions.In other words, deep fear of criminal and disciplinary penalties chills even permissible, standard of care therapy. Relatedly, hospitals are torn between following state criminal law and following federal EMTALA law in some labor emergencies.This week, three Polish physicians were sentenced for failing to provide an abortion. 30-year-old Izabela, died of sepsis 22 weeks into her pregnancy because the doctors feared breaking abortion laws. But Poland permits abortion when the mother's life is in direct danger.As I argued many years ago, safe harbor exceptions to general prohibitions must be clear and precise to work.

Southwestern Law School in Los Angeles invites applications for a full-time entry-level or experienced Associate Professor or Professor of Legal Analysis, Writing, and Skills. Founded in 1911, Southwestern is an ABA-accredited, independent law school located in the center of Los...

The Association of Legal Writing Directors (ALWD) held a successful Biennial Conference in Phoenix at the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University (ASU). (mew)

In Indiana, loss of consortium is a legal claim for the loss of love, companionship, and services that one spouse suffers when the other is severely injured or killed due to someone’s negligence. While the term itself sounds clinical and distant, it represents a reality that is deeply personal and painful—the tearing of the beautiful, intricate tapestry you and your spouse wove together.  When a catastrophic accident happens, the harm doesn’t stop with the person who was physically injured; it radiates outward, inflicting a unique and devastating wound on the marital relationship itself. After an accident, the focus is understandably on the visible scars, the broken bones, and the mounting medical bills. But standing right beside the injured person is a husband or wife whose world has also been shattered.  They are living with a profound injury of their own—one that is quieter, less obvious, and often overlooked. Their partner, their confidant,…

Clinical Legal Educators Condemn Political Attack on CUNY Law Professor Ramzi Kassem and CLEAR: July 17, 2025 We are now in the midst of a coordinated and escalating campaign against academic freedom, legal education, and the ethical practice of law from the highest echelons of domestic power and influence. The...

The UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has some history of failing to learn the lessons from its past information governance mistakes, even seeking to present these as a testament to success.  For example, its publicity video for its 40th anniversary released earlier this year stated that the 2012 Leveson Inquiry, which followed the phone hacking scandal, showed it “stand[ing] up during scandals” and thereby demonstrated a track record of “being there when you need us most”. In fact, backed up by copious evidence, Lord Justice Leveson held that the ICO’s conduct had constituted “regulatory failure” and that this had arisen from it “not be[ing] keen to exercise the powers and functions reposed to it by Parliament” despite “the abundant evidence, both patent and latent, of problems”.  He also explicitly stated that this “was not simply a historic matter; it is perceptible in its…

In the recently-circulated case Re St. Nicholas Radford [2025] ECC Cov 1, Samuel Ch. observed [at 29] that: “It seems…that under both Alsager and Blagdon the decision [to permit exhumation] will depend upon the peculiar circumstances of each case, to which general principles can be applied. So that the petitioner can see consistency here with the approach applied in deciding upon other petitions, I give examples of cases where exhumation was permitted, and why, and where exhumation was refused, albeit each case clearly depends upon its own facts and would not bind my hand absolutely”. The examples of these other “cases on exhumation” are reproduced below with links to the judgments;  the ELS Summary of Re St. Nicholas Radford is here. Other cases on Exhumation “[30]. Examples of cases where exhumation was permitted, and why, and where exhumation was refused, albeit each case clearly depends upon its own facts and would not bind my hand…

A serious traffic collision involving multiple vehicles occurred late Friday night on Interstate 880 South near Dixon Landing Road in Milpitas. The incident, reported at approximately 10:53 PM, involved a black BMW sedan, a dark-colored Toyota RAV4, and two other vehicles. Witnesses reported that the BMW was speeding and racing prior to the collision, which resulted in all lanes being initially blocked. Emergency services were promptly dispatched to the scene, and by 11:18 PM, lanes 4, 5, and 6 were reopened, with all lanes cleared by 11:42 PM. The collision caused significant front-end damage to a Honda CRV and both front and rear damage to a Subaru Forester. Fortunately, no fatalities have been reported, but the incident caused major traffic delays as vehicles were moved to the right-hand side of the road. Motorists are advised to exercise caution and adhere to speed limits to prevent such incidents. The California Highway Patrol and towing services, including Pro Star…

The Porter Law Group recently secured a $2.3 million settlement in a medical malpractice case involving the failure to screen for and diagnose prostate cancer, leading to devastating consequences for a 66-year-old patient. The case highlighted serious concerns about patient care standards and the critical importance of prostate cancer screening discussions between physicians and their patients. Was Your Prostate Cancer Misdiagnosed? Schedule your free consultation today and see how we can help. Contact Us The case centered around a primary care physician's failure to discuss or offer PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) testing to his patient over the course of more than 25 years of care. Despite the client's family history of prostate cancer, which significantly increased his risk for developing the disease, the physician never…

U.S. Tax Prof presentations at last week's conference on Perspectives On The Development And Enactment Of Tax Policy at the Centre for Tax Law at the University of Cambridge (call for papers): Victoria Haneman (Georgia; Google Scholar), Temporary Tax Law: Temporary legislation has been utilized before the founding era of...

The rhythm of artificial intelligence (AI) development has become unsettlingly familiar. A new model is unveiled, and with it comes a predictable flurry of media attention. One cluster of articles dissects its intricate training data and architecture; another marvels, often breathlessly, at its newfound capabilities; and a third, almost inevitably, scrutinizes its performance on a battery of standardized tests. These benchmarks have become our primary yardsticks for AI progress. Yet, they predominantly paint a picture skewed toward raw technical prowess and potential peril, leaving the public with a pervasive feeling that each impressive step forward for AI might translate into two regrettable steps back for the rest of us. Many of these evaluations concentrate on the technical capacity of the model or its computational horsepower. Others, with growing urgency, assess the likelihood of misuse—could this advanced AI empower rogue actors to design a bioweapon or destabilize…

Car accident rates in South Florida are so high that it’s likely you or someone you know has been involved in one. According to the statistics from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), there are almost 125,000 total crashes in Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach Counties annually. Around 70,000 people are killed or suffer injuries in these collisions.  Florida traffic crash laws provide you with legal remedies as a victim, and a settlement is a standard route for resolving claims. Your Miami car accident lawyer can provide details, but it’s also helpful to know the average car accident settlement for reference purposes. Factors That Affect Car Accident Settlements in Miami Continue Reading › The post What is the Average Car Accident Settlement in Miami? appeared first on Miami Personal Injury Lawyer Blog.

If you’ve been charged with a crime, you may hear the term “plea bargain” or “plea deal” early in your case. It’s a common part of the criminal justice system, and it could play a major role in how your case is resolved. But what exactly is a plea bargain? Is it always a good idea to accept one? And how can a lawyer help you decide? This post breaks it down in simple terms, so you know what to expect and how to protect your rights. If you’re facing charges in New Jersey, it’s especially important to speak with a skilled criminal defense attorney Jersey City before making any decisions. What Is a Plea Bargain? A plea bargain is an agreement between the defendant (the person charged with a crime) and the prosecutor. In most cases, the defendant agrees to plead guilty to a lesser charge, or to one of several charges, in exchange for a reduced sentence or other benefits. For example: A felony charge might be reduced to a misdemeanor. …

A tragic motorcycle-pedestrian collision in Gilroy has claimed the life of a 61-year-old pedestrian, highlighting ongoing safety concerns at busy intersections throughout Santa Clara County. The fatal accident occurred on Tuesday evening, July 15, 2025, near the intersection of Santa Teresa Boulevard and Ballybunion Drive. Details of the Fatal Collision The Gilroy Police Department responded to reports of a serious traffic accident shortly before 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday night. When officers arrived at the scene near Santa Teresa Boulevard and Ballybunion Drive, they discovered both the pedestrian and motorcyclist in the roadway. The motorcyclist, identified as a 53-year-old Gilroy resident, sustained minor injuries and received medical treatment at the scene. However, the 61-year-old pedestrian suffered critical injuries in the collision and was immediately transported to a local hospital, where they were later pronounced dead despite medical efforts. Investigation Ongoing The…

A devastating traffic collision on State Route 140 in Merced County has resulted in one fatality and left another person injured after a fiery crash involving a big rig on Tuesday afternoon, July 15, 2025. The tragic incident serves as a sobering reminder of the dangers associated with improper passing maneuvers and the devastating consequences that can result from collisions with commercial vehicles. Details of the SR-140 Fatal Crash According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the fatal collision occurred at approximately 12:30 p.m. on State Route 140, between Arboleda Drive and Plainsburg Road. The crash involved a Honda sedan driven by a 31-year-old woman and a westbound commercial big rig truck. Witness accounts indicate that the woman driving the Honda attempted to pass slower-moving traffic by entering the westbound lane of travel. This maneuver placed her vehicle directly in the path of the oncoming big rig traveling in the opposite direction. The Sequence of…

From Sixth Circuit Judge Julia Gibbons, sitting by designation on M.D. Tenn., in today's Welty v. Dunaway: [A Tennessee law, § 39-15-201,] makes it a crime to "intentionally recruit[ ] … a pregnant unemancipated minor" in Tennessee "for the purpose of" obtaining an abortion that would be illegal in Tennessee. But § 39-15-201 does not merely bar recruitment of minors to facilitate illegal abortions in Tennessee; it bars recruitment of minors to facilitate abortions "regardless" of where the procedure occurs. In other words, the law prohibits recruiting an out-of-state abortion that is entirely legal in that state, so long as it would be illegal in Tennessee…. Section 39-15-201 contains a few exceptions, including one for "the provision of a medical diagnosis or consultation regarding pregnancy care of an unemancipated minor," as long as that consultation does not involve an actual attempt to terminate the…

Avihay Dorfman (Tel Aviv University - Buchmann Faculty of Law) & Alon Harel (Hebrew University of Jerusalem - Faculty of Law) have posted Constitutionalism and Majoritarianism Reconciled on SSRN. Here is the abstract: This paper defends the view that both constitutional provisions-norms that are not dependent on our choices-and statutory provisions-norms that are contingent on our choices-are necessary features of a liberal democracy. We make the case for institution dependent goods, arguing that some goods (e.g., marriage equality) depend for their existence on being produced by the right law-making institution with its own characteristic deliberative process. The institution that brings a legal norm into being (and the deliberation by which it was brought into being) determines the value of the norm. Hence, we conclude that individuals may sometimes have an interest (or even a right) that their legal rights be protected by a certain institution, say, the legislature…