California is on the verge of establishing its inaugural set of heat stress protections for indoor workers. The California Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board has given unanimous approval to the regulation, which now requires final review by the Office of Administrative Law before becoming effective. This rule, as detailed in the official documentation, addresses…
New China Coast Guard rules allowing Chinese guardsmen to arrest foreigners for trespassing in the disputed South China Sea took effect on Saturday. The China Coast Guard issued Order No. 3 last month, stating, “It is of great significance to standardize and ensure that the Coast Guard performs its duties in accordance with the law…
Looming circuit court rulings on the constitutionality of FINRA and other Wall Street self-regulatory groups have attorneys and law professors concerned about a potential shock to the American securities trading system if the bodies that police the market are rendered powerless. The clashes over these self-regulatory organizations, some little known outside the financial industry, are…
As the calendar flips over to June, the U.S. Supreme Court still has a heap of cases to decide on issues ranging from trademark registration rules to judicial deference and presidential immunity. The decisions are poised to be some of the most critical and closely-watched in recent memory, impacting a multitude of legal areas. Among…
The ongoing judicial deliberation over Chevron deference by the U.S. Supreme Court is catalyzing a significant discussion within the legal backdrop, challenging the scope and authority of regulatory agencies. The doctrine, which emerged from the 1984 case Chevron U.S.A., Inc. v. Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc., enables agencies to interpret ambiguities within statutes they administer….
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is predicted to experience unprecedented levels of public and private enforcement activity following its recent success at the US Supreme Court. The Bureau’s director, Rohit Chopra, declared that their enforcement is now “firing on all cylinders.” The Court’s decision carries immediate and considerable implications for the consumer finance industry….
The frequency of oral arguments varies significantly across different circuits in the Federal Appeals Court, with the D.C. Circuit holding the highest rate, a consequence of the complex administrative legal issues the court often grapples with. This data dives into a notable aspect of appellate practice shrouded in significant obscurity – the granting of oral…
In a recent development, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)’s bid to compel supermarket companies, Kroger Co. and Albertsons Cos., to produce documents regarding their plans to divest stores as part of their $25 billion deal was struck down. Chief Administrative Law Judge Michael Chappell deemed the FTC’s request for negotiation materials as “premature”, thus denying…
The legal profession is notorious for its high stress levels, perfectionist standards, and constant pressure from clients and partners, all of which have been identified as factors contributing to higher rates of substance abuse compared to other industries. Additionally, there is an inherent stigma against those seeking help with these issues within the industry. As…
Former appellate attorney of the US Department of Justice’s Criminal Division, Daniel N. Lerman, has recently joined the ranks of Kramer Levin, a prominent international law firm. Lerman will be a partner in the litigation department at the firm’s Washington, D.C. location. The news was announced on Wednesday by Kramer Levin. In addition to his…
The Federal Trade Commission continues to bolster its bench of administrative law judges with the appointment of another legal luminary. This time, the commission has elevated a long-serving public servant who has already made her mark in the legal fraternity by becoming the first female Muslim American administrative law judge at the Maryland Office of…
Justice Stephen Breyer, retired from the United States Supreme Court, will return to the judiciary but not to the highest bench in the country. According to a report by Reuters, Breyer will operate as a visiting judge on the 1st Circuit, based in his old stomping grounds of Boston. Prior to his term on the…
In a significant legal development, Walmart Inc. recently triumphed over allegations from the Justice Department of violation of immigration laws. A federal district judge declared that the Department of Justice’s administrative law judge system is constitutionally flawed. With a ruling released on Monday, District Judge J. Randal Hall asserted that the problems concerning the power…
As attorneys, we often strive for work-life balance, understanding that the demands of the profession can be intense. However, the example of Administrative Law Judge, Angela L. Dixon, is significant proof that even in this field, it’s possible to unite the demands of the career with an enticing passion like travelling. As AAMU reports, Dixon,…
In a recent discussion involving the ‘Major Questions’ doctrine, retired DC Circuit Judge David Tatel expressed his concern for the Supreme Court’s growing acceptance of the doctrine. The ‘Major Questions’ or ‘Major Rules’ doctrine refers to the principle that courts, and not administrative agencies, should decide significant legal questions. This shift in acceptance of the…
The future of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) has sparked conversations among legal professionals as the U.S. Supreme Court considers two significant decisions. The pending cases, notably Relentless v. U.S. Department of Commerce and Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, involve challenges launched by fishing companies against regulatory requirements that could potentially chip away…
In response to an increased workload, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced the appointment of a second Administrative Law Judge (ALJ). The chosen ALJ is an ex-top antitrust lawyer from the New York Attorney General’s Office. This former lawyer also boasts experience representing the left-leaning Open Markets Institute. The addition of a new judge…
The District of Columbia seeks to overturn a Black attorney’s claims of discrimination and retaliation that are lodged against itself and a high-ranking administrative law judge. As it stands, the district is contending in federal court that some allegations from the attorney are void due to the failure to bring them before the Equal Employment…
In the ever-expanding legal galaxy of Elon Musk related lawsuits, Stanford Professors Evelyn Douek and Alex Stamos offer an insightful take on Musk’s adventures in legal land on their tech policy podcast, Moderated Content. Labelled as a one-man law school curriculum, Musk’s encounters with law span across areas such as contracts, torts, the First Amendment,…
If learning about law, at your own pace, without the financial burden and time commitment required for a full-fledged law degree sounds enticing, you may be interested in considering some of the leading Juris Doctorate (JD) program alternatives. Many top universities are offering comprehensive online Master of Studies in Law (MSL) or Master of Legal…
As reported by Bloomberg, guns are back before the US Supreme Court, but not in the context you might anticipate. In a twist away from traditional Second Amendment discourse, this time the crux of the matter is a dispute over agency power, brought forward by a ban on so-called “bump stocks.” For those unfamiliar with…
In a recent verdict, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has ruled that Starbucks Corp. unlawfully threatened a Miami-based worker leading the in-store union campaign. The decision was based on evidence of the company resorting to intimidation in response to the worker’s organizing activities. More specifically, the NLRB affirmed a judgement issued by an administrative…
Melrose Law Firm, Michelman & Robinson, has announced a recent addition to their team of industry professionals. Elizabeth Tosaris has taken on the role of a partner in their Regulatory and Administrative Law Practice Group. Based in the firm’s San Francisco office, Tosaris brings to the table a well-rounded background in counseling insurers, HMOs, insurance…
A National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) judge recently declared that General Motors Co. unlawfully discouraged its workers in a Michigan plant from exercising their rights to unionize. The automaker was accused of having excessively strict rules within its Michigan facility, which included prohibiting workers from idling, making “malicious” remarks about the firm, or soliciting donations…
Gibson Dunn & Crutcher LLP, a prominent international law firm, has recently welcomed back a familiar face. Stuart Delery, former White House counsel during the Obama administration, will be co-chairing its crisis management and administrative law and regulatory practice groups. Delery, a highly regarded figure in the legal sector, has a vast range of expertise…