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Birthright Citizenship Revisited: From Wong Kim Ark to Trump’s Controversial Order – A Legal Journey

In a dramatic twist that has reignited debates over the very foundation of American citizenship, recent developments have once again brought birthright citizenship into the national spotlight. Shortly after his second inauguration on January 20, President Donald Trump issued an executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship—the principle that grants automatic U.S. citizenship to anyone…
Litigation Funding Under the Microscope: Will ‘Multiple’ Fee Models Survive Legal Scrutiny?

In a significant development for litigation funding and the broader legal financing landscape, the Court of Appeal is set to rule on the validity of litigation funding agreements (LFAs) that base funders’ fees on a multiple of the sum invested. This pivotal issue is scheduled to be addressed by the end of July, with oral…
Supreme Court Greenlights Enforcement of Corporate Transparency Act Amid Constitutional Challenge

The Supreme Court has allowed the enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), a pivotal anti-money-laundering law, while ongoing constitutional challenges are reviewed. Passed in 2021, the CTA requires businesses to disclose information about their owners to combat crimes like money laundering and terrorism financing. On January 24, 2025, the Court temporarily set aside an…
Supreme Court to Hear Challenge Against Election Rule Amendments—A Blow to Transparency?

In a case that could have major implications for electoral transparency in India, the Supreme Court has issued a notice to the Union Government and the Election Commission of India over a petition challenging amendments to the Conduct of Elections Rules, 1961. The petitioner, RTI activist Anjali Bhardwaj, argues that the 2024 amendment to Rule…
Senator Raphael Warnock Speaks Out: A Candid Conversation on National Challenges

Senator Raphael Warnock delivers a powerful critique of current political discourse, addressing key issues including controversial political nominations, faith in governance, and national leadership. The document highlights Warnock’s stance on: Challenging controversial political rhetoric Criticizing inappropriate responses to national tragedies Defending democratic institutions Emphasizing the importance of principled leadership Connecting faith with political responsibility
Supreme Court Appoints Outside Lawyers to Argue Key Cases—What It Means for You

In an unusual but not unprecedented move, the U.S. Supreme Court has appointed two outside attorneys to argue in two high-profile cases for the 2024-25 term. This decision comes after the federal government declined to defend lower court rulings in these cases. The Court selected Michael Huston and Christopher Mills to step in as “friends…
Supreme Court to Decide: Can You Sue Over a Wrongful SWAT Raid?

The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case that could redefine when individuals can sue the federal government for law enforcement mistakes. The case, Martin v. United States, arises from a botched 2015 FBI SWAT raid in Georgia, where federal agents mistakenly stormed the wrong home, terrifying an innocent family. At the heart…
Trump Administration Seeks Supreme Court Pause on Key Biden-Era Policies

The Trump administration has moved to halt Supreme Court proceedings in four pivotal cases involving environmental and education policies established under the Biden administration. In filings submitted by Acting Solicitor General Sarah Harris, the government requested that the Court pause briefing schedules to allow federal agencies—namely, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of…
High-Profile Bail Dispute: Supreme Court Weighs In on Karnataka Actor Darshan’s Case

The legal tug-of-war in the high-profile Renukaswamy murder case has escalated, with the Supreme Court now issuing notice on the Karnataka government’s plea to cancel bail granted to actor Darshan by the Karnataka High Court. This case, fraught with allegations of abduction, torture, and murder, raises critical questions about the limits of judicial discretion in…
The Fake Lawyers Problem: Supreme Court Demands Faster Verification of Advocates’ Credentials

In a critical move to uphold the integrity of the legal profession, the Supreme Court of India has expressed grave concerns over the prolonged delays in verifying law degrees and enrolments of advocates by the Bar Councils. This issue was highlighted during a hearing on January 24, where Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, along with Justices…