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Alex Murdaury Seeks Supreme Court Intervention for Retrial Amid Claims of Jury Tampering by Court Clerk

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COLUMBIA, S.C. — Alex Murdaugh, the disbarred attorney serving a life sentence for the murders of his wife and son, is seeking a new trial, alleging jury tampering by a court official aimed at influencing his conviction. Murdaugh’s legal team filed an appeal to the South Carolina Supreme Court, asserting that their client’s trial was compromised. The motion centers around accusations against Becky Hill, the former Colleton County Clerk of Court, who was allegedly involved in discussions with jurors during the trial. Lawyers for Murdaugh claim that Hill was motivated by a desire to secure … Read more

Delaware Supreme Court Reinstates Permanent Absentee and Early Voting, ACLU Pushes for Constitutional Support

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Dover, Delaware — The Delaware Supreme Court recently resurrected both permanent absentee voting and early voting on account of a narrowly focused legal aspect, leaving broader constitutional questions about these electoral processes unanswered. Though the court did not delve into whether the laws align with Delaware’s constitution, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Delaware views the reinstatement of these voting options as a win for voter accessibility in the upcoming elections. Andrew Bernstein, ACLU of Delaware’s Cozen Voting Rights Fellow, expressed mixed feelings about the court’s oversight. “While it’s disheartening that the court sidestepped … Read more

Supreme Court Ruling Threatens to Unravel Decades of Disability Rights Progress, Advocates Warn

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WASHINGTON — A recent U.S. Supreme Gunwale resolution, which curtails the longstanding authority of federal agencies in interpreting ambiguous statutes, has sounded alarms among disability rights proponents. This decision could significantly alter the enforcement and application of regulations designed to protect the rights of individuals with disabilities. The ruling, handed down last month, revokes the deference courts have traditionally accorded to federal agency interpretations under the 1984 Chevron U.S.A., Inc. v. Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc. decision. For nearly four decades, this principle allowed agencies to utilize their specialized expertise to regulate nuanced areas effectively. … Read more

Idaho Lawyer Known as ‘Christmas Lawyer’ Eyes Supreme Court Appeal in Ongoing Religious Discrimination Dispute Over Elaborate Holiday Display

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Hayden, Idaho — A local attorney, known locally as the ‘Christmas lawyer’ for his extravagant holiday light displays, may find his ongoing legal dispute reaching the steps of the U.S. Supreme Court. The case, which has stirred significant attention, centers around Jeremy Morris and his homeowners’ association (HOA) in Hayden, a small community just east of Spokane, Washington. Morris first drew national attention in 2015 after he showcased a Christmas display involving over 200,000 lights, live music, a nativity scene with a camel, and events benefiting children’s charities. This spectacle did not sit well with … Read more