In exciting news for accountability advocates, Justice Elena Kagan has voiced her opinion that the Supreme Court should not be exempt from adhering to rules. This perspective took direct aim at contemporaries within the Court, most notably Chief Justice Roberts. Her stance on this somewhat controversial issue has been acknowledged with fervor in legal circles. Read more about her stand on this issue here.
Further news comes in the form of a Halloween Contest conducted by Above the Law (ATL), which has a reputation for adding some light-hearted flavor to an otherwise serious profession. Are you ready? Check the details here.
Turning towards more political news, the Supreme Court has sent back a clear message to Alabama— a demand for a less discriminatory voter map. The parameters of this situation are detailed here.
Shifting to antitrust news, the FTC has turned its attention towards Amazon in a potentially consequential move. Read about the FTC’s efforts here.
Finally, a law professor’s belief in the pedagogical benefit of cold-calling in legal classes led to a considerably controversial discussion, captivating legal academics and the broader public alike. For further information on this topic, read here.