Participation

D.C. Superior Court Judge Clears Path for Ranked-Choice Voting and Independent Participation in Primaries Despite Lawsuit

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WASHINGTON (AP) — A recent ruling by a D.C. Superior Court judge has given a significant boost to the campaign advocating for ranked-choice voting and open primaries in Washington, D.C. The judge dismissed a lawsuit that sought to block the ballot initiative, clearing the way for its progress. Initiative 83, as it has become known, aims to extend the right to participate in party primaries to independent voters and introduce ranked-choice voting to the city. Under the initiative, the more than 73,000 unaffiliated voters in D.C. would be able to take part in primary elections … Read more

Female Athletes Challenge NCAA’s Transgender Participation Policy, Citing Title IX Violations

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Lexington, KY – More than a dozen female athletes have filed a lawsuit against the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) over its transgender participation policy, alleging that it infringes upon their Title IX rights. Title IX is a federal law that prohibits sex-based discrimination in institutions receiving federal funding. The athletes claim that the NCAA’s policy, which allows transgender competitors to participate in sports based on their affirmed gender, denies them the opportunities promised by Title IX. The lawsuit stems from a ruling made by the NCAA Board of Governors in January 2022, which permits … Read more

Jamaican Government Explores Overhaul of Jury System Amidst Crisis and Lack of Participation

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KINGSTON, JAMAICA – The Jamaican Government is opening up a serious discussion on the future of the jury system, a topic that has sparked strong opinions. Chief Justice Bryan Sykes has proposed the possibility of rehabilitating or completely abandoning the system. While there is support for both options, there is also a suggestion to grant judges more flexibility to conduct bench trials when they are deemed necessary for the pursuit of justice and efficiency in the court system. The tradition of a jury trial is deeply rooted in common law, but it is becoming increasingly … Read more

The Supreme Court to Decide on Insurer Participation in Bankruptcies, Potentially Impacting the Surge in Mass Tort Lawsuits

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New York, NY – A case coming before the U.S. Supreme Court this term may have far-reaching consequences for the nation’s mass tort lawsuits. The issue at hand is whether insurers should be allowed to participate in bankruptcies where tort claims are involved. Currently, debtors and creditors have the right to participate, but insurers are often left out. The question is whether insurers, who play a role in defending tort cases, should be considered “party-in-interest” and have a say in the bankruptcy process. The Supreme Court will weigh in on this issue in the case … Read more