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Clear Statements is a recurring series by Abbe R. Gluck on civil litigation and the modern regulatory and statutory state. Depending on who you ask, the real “bad old days” at the Supreme Court were the late 1970s. At least that’s the impression one comes away with after reading the briefs in FS Credit Opportunities Corp. v. Saba Capital Master Fund, Ltd., to be argued tomorrow, Wednesday, Dec. 10. The question presented is whether the Investment Company Act of 1940 includes an implied right of action – specifically, an individual right to go to court to rescind a contract that one…
Home Daily News ‘Brilliant’ and ‘gifted’ King & Spalding… Obituaries ‘Brilliant’ and ‘gifted’ King & Spalding lawyer dies in mountain climbing accident in New Zealand By Debra Cassens Weiss December 3, 2025, 11:16 am CST A 44-year-old King & Spalding lawyer died Nov. 25 after falling with his guide while climbing Mount Cook, New Zealand’s highest mountain. (Photo from Shutterstock) A 44-year-old King & Spalding lawyer died Nov. 25 after falling with his guide while climbing Mount Cook, New Zealand’s highest mountain. Kellam Conover, of counsel at the law firm, had worked in its Washington, D.C., office before his death.…
Global Village transforms into a magical winter wonderland with drones, a huge Christmas tree, festive parades and performancesDubai’s favourite outdoor destination, Global Village, is getting into the festive spirit from tomorrow December 10. Twinkling lights, drone shows, sparkling fireworks, lively Santa parades, and fun for all ages are on the agenda. There’s truly something for everyone – whether you’re little, just young at heart or enjoy the festive season.A Christmas Tree to rememberThe star of the season is a 21-metre Christmas tree, which will be officially lit on Wednesday, 10 December at 7pm. The lighting ceremony will also feature a…
Reporting Highlights Suing the Poor: At one community health center in Kansas, many patients sued were uninsured and made so little money they qualified for discounted care. Ballooning Costs: A community health center in Virginia filed more than 7,000 lawsuits. One bill ballooned 600% due to interest, court costs and lawyer fees. Failing the Mission: Experts said the lawsuits and wage garnishments violated community health centers’ mission to make preventive health care accessible. These highlights were written by the reporters and editors who worked on this story. This past June, Ashley Voss-Barnes received a court summons in the mail. PrairieStar…
ReutersWhile peace talks continue, so does fighting along the front line in eastern UkraineUkraine is preparing to present a revised peace plan to the White House, as it seeks to avoid making territorial concessions to Russia.Kyiv is set to propose alternatives to the US after President Volodymyr Zelensky again ruled out surrendering land, saying he had “no right” to do so under Ukrainian or international law.He made the comments as he met European and Nato leaders on Monday, part of a collective push to deter the US from backing a peace deal which includes major concessions for Ukraine, and which…
4 hours agoNewsDuration 0:57A remote camera on Hawaii’s erupting Kīlauea volcano captured the moment a lava fountain engulfed it and knocked it offline on Saturday. Kilauea, one of the world’s most active volcanoes, has been erupting intermittently since Dec. 23, 2024. Source link
Updated on Dec. 8 at 5:05 p.m. The Supreme Court on Monday morning signaled that it was likely to strike down a federal law that restricts the president’s ability to fire members of the Federal Trade Commission. During two and a half hours of argument in the case of Trump v. Slaughter, a solid majority of the justices appeared to agree with the Trump administration that a law prohibiting the president from firing FTC commissioners except in cases of “inefficiency, neglect of duty, or malfeasance in office” violates the constitutional separation of powers between the three branches of government. And…
Retirement is a significant life event that often inspires a mixture of fear, excitement and uncertainty. The ABA Senior Lawyers Division recently aired Stephen Herman’s documentary, Retirement on Trial: A Documentary and Panel Discussion for Lawyers Thinking About Their Next Stage, which examines retirement through the lens of lawyers who are both apprehensive and optimistic about this transition. As someone who has spent 30 years working with retirement plans and counseling their participants, I was intrigued by the insights shared from interviews with lawyers on opposing sides—those who dread the very idea of retirement versus those who embrace its possibilities.…
Sponsored: From chic feasts that ooze dolce vita vibes to fun-filled parties, welcome to the Isle of BrunchWith its seamless access, stretching views of the Arabian Gulf and all-star leisure attractions, there’s never a bad time to visit Bluewaters. But perhaps its most fantastic feature is the array of restaurants this scenic island offers – covering everything from romantic date nights to casual coffee catch-ups and family-friendly meals perfect for special occasions.And when it comes to brunch, few destinations do it better. Across Bluewaters’ kaleidoscope of globally-inspired eateries, there’s a brunch to suit all weekend styles this December, making this…
For months, the Trump administration has been accusing its political enemies of mortgage fraud for claiming more than one primary residence. President Donald Trump branded one foe who did so “deceitful and potentially criminal.” He called another “CROOKED” on Truth Social and pushed the attorney general to take action. But years earlier, Trump did the very thing he’s accusing his enemies of, records show. In 1993, Trump signed a mortgage for a “Bermuda style” home in Palm Beach, Florida, pledging that it would be his principal residence. Just seven weeks later, he got another mortgage for a seven-bedroom, marble-floored neighboring…