Adrienne Cole|October 18, 2026
The Bill of Rights At A Crossroads offers lawyers, students and citizens a balanced guide to today's constitutional debates.
Adrienne Cole|October 4, 2026
The Supreme Court prepares to examine whether federal law limits state climate lawsuits against major energy companies.
Adrienne Cole|September 22, 2026
The Supreme Court will examine the limits of civil contempt in Apple v. Epic Games, a case with implications beyond the technology sector.
Adrienne Cole|September 11, 2026
A federal appeals court has ruled that the U.S. Department of Energy exceeded its statutory authority when it ordered a Michigan coal-fired power plant to remain operational beyond its planned retirement, delivering a significant decision on the limits of federal emergency powers in the electricity sector.
Adrienne Cole|September 7, 2026
A closely watched federal copyright dispute in New York is emerging as an important legal test of how U.S. copyright law applies to artificial intelligence training. The litigation involving OpenAI, Microsoft and The New York Times centers on whether copyrighted material can be used to develop generative artificial-intelligence systems without permission under the doctrine of fair use.
Adrienne Cole|August 11, 2026
The California Supreme Court has issued a significant ruling addressing the state’s shortage of court reporters and the ability of litigants to obtain an official record of court proceedings. The…
Adrienne Cole|August 7, 2026
WASHINGTON — August 7, 2026 — U.S. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has confirmed that he plans to remain on the nation’s highest court for another term, ending recent uncertainty…
Adrienne Cole|July 31, 2026
Although the U.S. Supreme Court remained in its annual summer recess on July 31, 2026, the federal judiciary continued to play a vital role in interpreting and enforcing the law…
Adrienne Cole|July 29, 2026
The legal battle over birthright citizenship reached another significant milestone on July 29, 2026, as the deadline expired for the Trump administration to ask the U.S. Supreme Court to reconsider…
Adrienne Cole|July 23, 2026
A federal judicial panel ruled on July 23, 2026, that Tennessee may proceed with its newly enacted congressional map for the upcoming August primary elections, denying a request to temporarily…