This week’s edition of How Appealing Weekly Roundup provides a range of compelling stories from the world of appellate litigation, curated by Howard Bashman. Here are some highlights for legal professionals who are devoted to staying informed:
- “Wisconsin Supreme Court seeks investigation into leaked document in abortion case”: Jessie Opoien of The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports on the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s efforts to investigate a leaked document related to an abortion case.
- “This Clarence Thomas Dissent Reveals His Favorite Tactic for Constitutional Mayhem”: Mark Joseph Stern, writing for Slate, delves into a recent dissent by Justice Clarence Thomas, examining his methods of constitutional interpretation.
- “Justice Department urges Supreme Court to decide if felons can be barred from having a gun”: Maureen Groppe of USA Today covers the Justice Department’s request for the Supreme Court to determine the constitutionality of firearm restrictions for felons.
- “Oklahoma Supreme Court Says No to State Funding for a Religious Charter School”: In a closely watched case, Sarah Mervosh of The New York Times reports on the Oklahoma Supreme Court’s decision to block state funding for a religious charter school, noting the likelihood of an appeal.
- “The Twisted Career of the term ‘Liberty Interest’ Gets Twistier Still in Dep’t of State v. Muñoz”: Michael C. Dorf discusses the evolving interpretation of “liberty interest” in a recent State Department case on his blog “Dorf on Law”.
For a deeper dive into these stories and more, visit the full roundup at Above the Law.