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The Chinese Exclusion Treaty Was Signed 132 Years Ago Today: Here is What You Need to Know About The Landmark Deal
On August 13, 1894, the United States Senate ratified a treaty with China that would cement one of the most discriminatory chapters in American immigration law. The Chinese Exclusion Treaty—also known as the Gresham-Yang Treaty—extended and deepened the exclusion of Chinese laborers from the United States for another decade. Today marks the…
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South Korea Commits $350 Billion to U.S. Strategic Industries in Bid to Avert Trump Tariffs
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Eight Cases From Across History Which Still Shape The Law Today
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Push to Release Congressional Sexual Misconduct Reports Fails: This is What You Need to Know
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Legal Experts Raise Alarm as USCIS Issues Court Notices to Applicants with Pending Immigration Cases
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Judge Blocks Mamdani’s NYC Second-Home Tax Rollout After Homeowners Sue
A New York judge has temporarily blocked Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s planned pied-à-terre tax rollout after a group of homeowners sued the city, arguing that officials improperly shifted the burden of proving a…
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7 Constitutional Moments That Tested And Redefined American Democracy
The U.S. Constitution is not a static document. Across more than two centuries, pivotal moments of crisis, debate, and institutional conflict have forced Americans to confront the document’s meaning, limits, and possibilities.…
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Meta Hit With $567 Million Child Safety Fine as Judge Calls Social Media Giant a ‘Public Nuisance’
A New Mexico judge has ordered Meta to pay an additional $567 million over allegations that the social media giant failed to adequately warn the public about dangers its platforms posed to…
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8 Historic American Trials That Captivated the Nation and Shaped Legal Precedents
American history is filled with courtroom dramas that gripped the public, filled newspapers, and forced the nation to confront uncomfortable truths about justice, power, and fairness. These eight trials did more than…
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Busy law students may think they don’t have time to keep up with the legal industry as they maneuver school, assignments, and personal and professional obligations. We know it’s tough (we were…
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Marbury v. Madison (1803): The Case That Established Judicial Review and Shaped U.S. Legal Precedent
In 1803, a landmark U.S. Supreme Court case, Marbury v. Madison, established a crucial principle of American constitutional law: the power of judicial review. This case continues to shape the workings of…
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As the legal profession continues to evolve in the digital age, lawyers and law students are increasingly turning to online resources to enhance their knowledge, streamline their practice, and stay updated with…
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How Ukraine’s Sitcom President Became the Real One
Before he became the wartime leader seen daily in global headlines, Volodymyr Zelenskyy was a comedian whose biggest role was pretending to be president on TV. Then, in…
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This Really Happened: Woman Dialed 911 To Report Dealer For Selling Her Bad Meth
In the archives of bizarre legal moments, few top the case of Sarah Harris v. Common Sense. This oddball episode from January 2024 made headlines after the then-34-year-old…
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Karine Jean-Pierre Declares Independence And Slams Democrats In Forthcoming Book
Former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre has officially severed ties with the Democratic Party, announcing her new independent political affiliation ahead of the release of her upcoming…
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Could This Interview Be The Reason Elon Musk Stepped Down From DOGE Role?
A tense exchange during a CBS News interview with David Pogue appears to have triggered Elon Musk’s resignation from his post as Director of Government Efficiency (DOGE) in…
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Attorney Stephanie R. Lindsey Explains Why Breaking Up a School Fight Could Lead To Suspension Or Criminal Charges
Georgia-based attorney Stephanie R. Lindsey, Esq., has issued a strong advisory to parents: under current school policies, students can face suspension—even for trying to break up a fight.…
