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The family business

Timothy Baughman talks to daughter Lori Baughman Palmer about a case. They work at the Wayne County Prosecutors Office, and recently argued a case together in front of the U.S. Supreme Court. The first...

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11 things you need to know in ’11

  Here’s a brief look at 11 areas of law that should inform, educate or entertain anyone with an interest in the practice of law. From social media policies and use of Facebook and LinkedIn to who...

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Miranda ruling: Not just for kids?

In J.D.B. v. North Carolina, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the age of a juvenile is a factor that must be considered in determining whether the child is “in custody” for Miranda purposes. In 2005,...

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Court finds defendant’s retro plea a tough sell

WASHINGTON — Can a common practice in criminal defense trigger constitutional protections when it’s suddenly changed? The justices of the U.S. Supreme Court didn’t seem to think so, when it had to do...

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ERISA case prompts attorneys to check clients’ plans

Personal injury lawyers whose clients have employee health benefit plans may want to pay attention to a new U.S. Supreme Court ERISA case, in order to protect their clients and themselves....

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Ruling on prayer divides justices, bar

The U.S. Supreme Court ruling allowing prayers to be delivered before public town meetings divided the justices in two ways: over the result and in the standard that applies in determining whether...

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Kagan denies Schuette’s appeal to halt sex offender ruling

A U.S. Supreme Court justice has denied a request to halt a decision that the state unconstitutionally put additional restrictions on registered sex offenders long after their convictions. The post...

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Is SCOTUS nominee Mr. Congeniality?

U.S. Supreme Court nominee Neil M. Gorsuch may be a “reliable conservative,” but his lack of acerbic wit could endear him before the Senate and, for that matter, among the other justices. The post Is...

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Justices side with Michigan girl in dispute over service dog

The U.S. Supreme Court on Feb. 22 sided with a Michigan girl with cerebral palsy who wants to sue school officials over their refusal to let her bring a service dog to class. The post Justices side...

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