The U.S. Supreme Court has held that parents challenging a school board’s introduction of  “LGBTQ+-inclusive” storybooks, along with the board’s decision to withhold opt outs, are entitled to a preliminary injunction, for the policy contravenes the parents’ 1st amendment free exercise right to direct the religious upbringing of their children. Read the case …

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The U.S. Supreme Court holds that universal injunctions likely exceed the authority of district courts. Injunctions must be narrowly tailored to provide relief to the parties in the particular case. Read the decision   …

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U.S. Supreme Court upholds Texas law that requires web users to verify they are over 18 when it comes to sexually explicit content; for it is not a violation of the 1st amendment. Read the case …

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Calculating Time Deadlines

U.S. Supreme Court holding in MONSALVO VELÁZQUEZ v. BONDI Debate/dispute about whether Petitioner acted within a certain deadline. The U.S. Supreme Court wrote: In legal settings, the term “days” is often understood to extend deadlines falling on a weekend or legal holiday to the next business day. Various federal rules reflect this understanding. See, e.g., …

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Reversal of Sentence

The Iowa Court of Appeals reverses a sentence and remands for resentencing before a different judge. The judge based the sentence upon his assertion that the Defendant had “not benefited from the treatment options in the community that have been made available to him so far.” However, there was a problem with that statement – …

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Immigration Case

The U.S. Supreme Court has held that detainees subject to removal orders under the AEA are entitled to notice and an opportunity to challenge their removal – i.e. due process. The only question is which court will resolve that challenge. The Court held that proper venue lies in the district of confinement. Hence, no forum/judge …

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MUHAMMAD ALI’S FIGHT FOR THE RIGHT TO FIGHT

MUHAMMAD ALI’S FIGHT FOR THE RIGHT TO FIGHT By Adam J. Pollack On March 22, 1967, Muhammad Ali defended his world heavyweight boxing championship for the ninth time, knocking out Zora Folley in the seventh round. This would be Ali’s last bout for over three and a half years. On April 28, 1967, Muhammad Ali …

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After multiple conversations with other attorneys, Adam Pollack was able to resolve my traffic related issue with one phone call. He was very knowledgeable and businesslike. He knew who to contact immediately through his numerous connections to fix my administrative issue. I appreciated the fact he took an interest in my case, and I could …

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A Defendant’s sentence has been reversed and remanded by the Iowa Court of Appeals. When sentencing for willful injury causing bodily injury, the judge referenced that the Defendant “almost killed” the victim. However, the Defendant never admitted that was his intent nor was there evidence such was the case. The court de facto sentenced the …

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In reversing several convictions of a Defendant, the Iowa Court of Appeals has held that psilocybin is different from psilocyn, so if charged with one, proof of the other is insufficient for conviction. Further, when it comes to a firearms charge, the allowable unit of prosecution is each incident of firearm possession, or the number …

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Understanding Impaired Driving: Decoding OWI, DUI, and DWI

Understanding OWI, DUI, and DWI: What Do They Mean? – Exploring the differences and legal implications of OWI, DUI, and DWI across different states and the importance of seeking legal assistance when facing charges. Introduction: Understanding OWI, DUI, and DWI Operating While Intoxicated (OWI), Driving Under the Influence (DUI), and Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) are …

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