This week has brought a range of significant developments in appellate litigation that need the attention of legal practitioners, as highlighted on Howard Bashman’s appellate litigation web log How Appealing.
One influential case making headlines is Charlie Adelson’s appeal of his conviction and the life sentence handed down for his role in the Dan Markel murder case. Detailed coverage of this case can be found in this report by Jeff Burlew of The Tallahassee Democrat.
In the educational universe, speculation is swirling around Elena Kagan, the former Harvard Law School dean and current government worker, possibly returning to her alma mater, this time as its President. Jay Willis elaborates more on this topic in his post at Balls and Strikes.
Delving into the operations of the Supreme Court, Adam Feldman’s recent post at “Empirical SCOTUS” provides insights into the reasons behind delays in the October Term 2023.
In political news, another topic of interest has been the quiet removal of a top Republican appeals judge from leadership by the North Carolina Chief Justice. Kyle Ingram of The News & Observer of Raleigh, North Carolina, elaborates on this in his report.
Looking at California, a federal judicial ruling has stirred up controversy, with the potential of allowing guns on playgrounds. Law Professor Jacob D. Charles authoritatively dissects this matter in his Jurisprudence essay published in Slate.
The potential slowdown of former President Trump’s efforts to delay the Jan. 6 trial based on a surprise argument is analyzed in this essay by Harry Litman, a columnist for The Los Angeles Times.
For those who need to stay informed about these developments and more in the world of appellate litigation, ensure to follow updates on How Appealing.