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Alabama Supreme Court Declares Frozen Embryos “Children” in Landmark Ruling

Feb 21, 2024

In a controversial decision that reverberates beyond state lines, the Alabama Supreme Court has ruled that frozen embryos, created through in vitro fertilization (IVF), are to be legally considered “children” under Alabama law. The ruling, handed down on Friday, Feb. 16, 2024, has ignited debates over reproductive rights and healthcare access. The case in question…
Hawkins v. McGee Case Summary (Contracts)

Feb 7, 2024

Hawkins v. McGee, 84 N.H. 114, 146 A. 641 (1929), is a contract law case known to law students as the “Case of the Hairy Hand.” It is famous for its mention in the movie and novel “The Paper Chase” and is frequently taught in law school contracts courses. The question before the court was…
Legal Scholars Scrutinize Supreme Court’s Dobbs Decision, Unraveling The ‘Democracy Argument’ And Its Implications For Abortion Rights

Feb 4, 2024

The recent Supreme Court case, Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, marked a significant turning point in the legal landscape surrounding abortion rights in the United States. Justice Alito, in justifying the decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey, emphasized a return to democratic principles, arguing that the issue of abortion…

Alabama Supreme Court Declares Frozen Embryos “Children” in Landmark Ruling