The latest “Morning Docket” on Above the Law offers a concise rundown of recent legal developments affecting practitioners across the nation. Among the headlines is the intriguing decision by Chief Justice John Roberts to not respond to the Senate regarding questions of ethics, a move that’s been characterized as delightful by some commentators. For more on this, visit Slate.
In a rather unexpected twist, it appears that even those on the wrong side of the law aspire to be legal practitioners. The FBI has issued a warning for law firms and attorneys about an emerging trend involving criminals attempting to masquerade as lawyers. More details on this phenomena can be found on Law.com.
The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has once again drawn attention, this time overturning the Securities and Exchange Commission’s decision to axe certain proxy regulations. This ongoing legal tug-of-war continues to perplex and frustrate many in the securities law sector. A detailed analysis is available over at Law360.
In a somewhat unrelated but notable mention, the late Justice Antonin Scalia was cited during discussions in the Steve Bannon case, which centers around Bannon’s contempt convictions. Federal prosecutors referenced Scalia’s views to counter Bannon’s emergency petition to prevent his imprisonment while awaiting appeal. Insights on this development can be seen on Law and Crime.
The ideological rift within the judicial landscape was further highlighted in the case of Murthy, with analysts examining the hidden merits ruling and its broader implications. A thorough breakdown of the ideological underpinnings can be found on Dorf on Law.
Lastly, a coalition of Republican state Attorneys General has recently mounted a challenge against the new U.S. fuel economy regulations. Critics argue that the move is emblematic of a broader strategy to resist environmental regulations. The challenge is thoroughly covered in an article by Reuters.
For a complete rundown of today’s dockets, visit the original post on Above the Law.