Cannabis Conundrums
Law and policy experts dissect the challenges created by divergent federal and state laws on marijuana.
Federal Appeals Court Calls Off Agency’s Robocall Ruling
The D.C. Circuit strikes down some of the FCC’s restrictions on automated calls.
Federal Court Orders EPA to Revisit Lead Risks
Ninth Circuit orders EPA to propose a new standard for lead dust and an updated definition for lead paint.
Regulating Immigration in a Deregulatory Administration
The Trump Administration’s measures to restrict immigration do not square with its push to deregulate.
Regulating Religious Accommodation at Work
Federal appeals court weighs employers’ obligation to accommodate employees’ religious practices.
The Transgender Military Personnel Fight Continues Amid Uncertainty
President’s memo favoring a ban of transgender service members raises new questions for future litigation.
The Guidance Racket
Despite attacks from conservatives, guidance documents help agencies and regulated firms comply with the law.
Philadelphia’s Fight Over Pay History
City ordinance prohibiting employers from asking about past salaries remains in limbo in federal court.
Achieving Agency Compliance
Scholar examines the role of contempt findings in ensuring agency compliance with court orders.
The Public Interest in Public Securities Settlements
Legal scholar argues SEC settlements after Dodd-Frank create potential costs for defendants and the public.
Fifth Circuit Panel Blocks Immigration Program
Court holds that Obama Administration plan to allow up to 4 million illegal immigrants to work legally in U.S. violates administrative law.