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Federal Judge Halts Georgia’s Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Inmates, Citing Eighth Amendment Violations

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ATLANTA — A federal judge has temporarily halted the enforcement of a Georgia law that restricts prison inmates from accessing gender-affirming healthcare. The ruling came following a class-action lawsuit filed by nearly 300 transgender individuals incarcerated in the state. Judge Victoria M. Calvert determined that the plaintiffs are likely to prevail in their argument that Georgia Senate Bill 185 breaches the Eighth Amendment’s prohibition against cruel and unusual punishment. This preliminary injunction permits the reinstatement of hormone therapy and necessary evaluations for treatment, signaling the court’s concern about the potential constitutional violations associated with the … Read more

Advocates Challenge ICE’s Bond Policy Changes with Groundbreaking Class Action Lawsuit

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DENVER — A new wave of immigration policies from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is drawing criticism from advocates for immigrant rights. Advocates argue that recently announced guidelines stripping immigrants of bond eligibility represent a troubling departure from decades of established practice. In July, ICE revealed the updated policy, stating that individuals who enter the United States unlawfully would no longer have the opportunity to secure bond. This shift has prompted the filing of a class-action lawsuit led by immigration attorney Hans Meyer, who contends that the policy is unlawful. “For 30 years, immigration law … Read more

Texas Takes a Bold Step: Jury Trials in Business Court Challenge Delaware’s Long-Standing System

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Houston, Texas — A $36 million legal battle involving plumbing issues at a medical office building is set to test Texas’ pioneering approach in the realm of business litigation. This case could signify a significant shift as the state affirms that juries can effectively handle complex business disputes, a challenge to the longstanding model established by the Delaware Chancery Court, where judges typically preside over such cases. Scheduled for trial on October 27 in Houston, this case is one of over three dozen that are expected to be heard by juries in the coming year. … Read more