Protocols

Texas Judge Dismisses Trump Administration’s Legal Filing Over Font Flaw, Emphasizing Strict Court Protocols

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A federal judge in Texas has dismissed legal objections from the Trump administration, highlighting the crucial role of adherence to court rules. The ruling, issued by Magistrate Judge Christine L. Stetson in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, emphasized the necessity for all parties in federal litigation to comply with procedural requirements, regardless of their status. The case involves Mario Hernandez Escalante, whose legal proceedings were transferred from Maryland to Texas. Judge Stetson’s amended order, issued on July 26, 2025, invalidated the Trump administration’s objections to previous court recommendations due to … Read more

Massachusetts Couple Detained for Hours at Canadian Border, Sparking Legal Concerns and Highlights on CBP Protocols

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Montreal, Canada – Sunday evening took an unexpected turn for a Massachusetts couple, Bachir Atallah and Jessica Fakhry, as they were detained and handcuffed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Interstate 89 border crossing upon their return from Montreal. The couple, both legal U.S. residents, were returning home when they were abruptly removed from their car without clear explanation and taken into custody for over five hours. The Atallahs told officials they were initially unaware of the reason for their detention. According to Fakhry, the sight of mattresses along the hallway … Read more

Record-High $14.5 Billion in Nuclear Verdicts Challenges U.S. Restaurant Industry; Calls for Improved Safety Protocols and Insurance Strategies Surge

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In recent years, the phenomenon of nuclear verdicts, where juries award damages exceeding $10 million, has seen a significant rise in the United States. These colossal sums, which reached an all-time high of over $14.5 billion in total awards in 2023, pose a grave threat to the sustainability of businesses, particularly in the hospitality sector. Defined as judgements substantially higher than what would be typically awarded in similar cases, nuclear verdicts are not confined to one industry or incident type. They can stem from incidents as varied as disputes in restaurant parking lots to serious … Read more

DOJ Challenges Constitutionality of Job Protocols for Administrative Law Judges

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Washington, D.C. — In what marks a significant legal stance by the U.S. Department of Justice, job protections for administrative law judges have been deemed unconstitutional owing to the imposing of “multiple layers of removal restrictions.” This conclusion stems from a detailed examination by the DOJ, which argues that these protections impinge upon the presidential powers granted under the Constitution. The DOJ’s determination was disclosed through various channels including a press release dated Feb. 20, a letter to Senator Charles Grassley, a Republican from Iowa, and a legal filing on Feb. 11. The essence of … Read more