Staff Writer

  • Appeals Court Blocks Biden Administration Net Neutrality Rules

    On Thursday, a U.S. appeals court blocked the Federal Communications Commission’s efforts to reinstate landmark net neutrality rules. Broadband providers are likely to succeed in their legal challenge against these rules. In April, the FCC, voting along party lines, decided to reassume regulatory oversight of broadband internet and reinstate the open internet rules initially adopted…

  • Senate Approves Bill To Create 66 New Federal Judgeships

    On Thursday, the U.S. Senate unanimously approved a bipartisan proposal to add 66 new judges to understaffed federal district courts across the country over the next decade. If enacted, this proposal would mark the first major expansion of the judiciary since 1990. The bill, which passed by unanimous consent, aims to address longstanding requests from…

  • Appeals Court Lets Texas Keep River Barrier Against Border Crossings

    Texas can keep a 1,000-foot (300-meter) floating barrier in the Rio Grande to deter illegal border crossings by migrants, a U.S. appeals court ruled, rejecting a challenge by President Joe Biden’s administration. On Wednesday, the full New Orleans-based 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a preliminary injunction granted by a lower court, which had…

  • Students Fighting California Law School Closure Face Court Setback

    California’s Golden Gate University School of Law will not be forced to reopen this fall—at least not yet. On Tuesday, a state judge in San Francisco dismissed a lawsuit brought by Golden Gate students and alumni seeking to stop its impending closure and denied their request for an injunction to keep the school open for…

  • Former Attorney General Faulted for ‘Chaotic’ Response to George Floyd Protests

    Former U.S. Attorney General William Barr created security risks by deploying unprepared federal law enforcement officers to respond to racial justice protests near the White House in 2020, according to a Justice Department review released on Wednesday. The report highlights Barr’s actions in responding to protests in Washington following the police killing of George Floyd…

  • Crafting Your Law School Personal Statement: A Journey to Success

    As we embrace the summer months, it’s the perfect time for aspiring law school applicants to dive into the task of crafting our personal statements. Whether you’re just starting out or fine-tuning your draft, understanding the key elements of a compelling personal statement is crucial. In today’s blog, let’s delve into some invaluable insights that…

  • Kansas Hospital Sued For Refusing Emergency Abortion

    A Kansas woman sued the University of Kansas Health System on Tuesday for refusing to give her a medically necessary abortion in 2022, accusing the hospital of violating federal emergency room treatment laws. Mylissa Farmer’s lawsuit, filed in federal court in Kansas City, marks the first case against a hospital for withholding an abortion under…

  • Bar Exam Officials Offer Law Grads $1,500 To Beta Test Revised Exam

    Law school graduates typically spend over $1,000 to take the bar exam. However, this fall, they have an opportunity to profit from their study efforts. The National Conference of Bar Examiners will pay law grads $1,500 to test-drive the first full-length prototype of its NextGen Bar exam, the revamped version set to debut in July…

  • Iowa Starts Enforcing Six-Week Abortion Ban

    Iowa enforced a ban on abortions after six weeks of pregnancy on Monday, making it the 22nd state to impose broad restrictions on ending pregnancies since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned federal abortion rights in 2022. Iowa’s state Supreme Court ruled against a challenge by Planned Parenthood last month, allowing the law to take effect.…

  • What Makes a Law School “Good”? Exploring Objective Measures and Personal Fit

    Choosing the right law school can be difficult but fear not, as I will help guide you to navigate the intricate world of law school admissions. Today, let’s dive deep into a question I get asked often: What exactly makes a law school a good law school? The Challenge of Rankings If you’ve been around…