Politics and Law

Navigating the complexities of estate planning and probate law can feel overwhelming, especially in times of grief. For attorney Melissa Yoest, the challenges of dealing with probate hit close to…

Fighting for Justice When It Matters Most The phone rings late one evening at the Joseph Dedvukaj Law Firm. It’s a frantic call from a woman whose husband, a long-time…

In a major legislative victory, the Texas Legislature passed a comprehensive criminal justice reform package in 2025 that aims to address longstanding issues within the state’s justice system. The reform…

The Red Movement: Social and Environmental Justice in the 21st Century is a bestselling human rights manifesto from acclaimed international human rights attorney, author, and activist Shadan Kapri. With piercing…

The Texas legislature has passed a new law that explicitly prohibits non-citizens from voting in state and local elections. While non-citizens have not been legally allowed to vote in federal…

With the 2026 midterm elections fast approaching, several states are once again at the center of heated legal battles over voting rights, as new laws and court rulings raise concerns…

The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear an appeal from Chevron and several other oil and gas companies seeking to move lawsuits concerning Louisiana’s coastal damage from state to…

The 89th Texas Legislature wrapped up its 140-day regular session on June 2, 2025, passing a series of bills that reflect the state’s growing conservative agenda. Governor Greg Abbott and…

In recent months, the U.S. Supreme Court has delivered a series of landmark decisions that highlight the intricate relationship between law and politics. These rulings have illustrated how deeply legal…

The Texas Legislature has passed a bill that imposes new restrictions on protests at public colleges and universities. Senate Bill 2972, which passed with bipartisan support, aims to regulate expressive…