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Sotomayor Urges Caution On Nondelegation Doctrine Revamp

By Katie Buehler

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor cautioned her colleagues during oral arguments Wednesday against using a challenge to the Federal Communications Commission's administration of a broadband subsidy program as a way to resurrect the long-dormant nondelegation doctrine. Several conservative justices, however, seemed willing to disregard that admonition.

Medical Pot Center Not Exempt From 2017 Michigan Sales Tax

By Mike Curley

A Michigan appeals panel has rejected a medical cannabis provisioning center's argument that it was exempt from sales tax in 2017, saying it is not entitled to the same exemption as primary caregivers and could not rely on a 2011 nonbinding letter in its argument.

We Must Allow Judges To Use Their Independent Judgment

By John Siffert

As two recent cases show, the ability of judges to access their independent judgment crucially enables courts to exercise the discretion needed to reach the right outcome based on the unique facts within the law, says John Siffert at Lankler Siffert & Wohl.

Md. Panels OK High-Earner Tax Hike, IT Tax In Budget Plan

By Sanjay Talwani

Maryland would raise its tax rate for high-income earners and create a tax on computer and information technology services under a budget package advanced by a pair of state House committees in line with a deal announced by state leaders.

Performing Stand-Up Comedy Makes Me A Better Lawyer

By Rebecca Palmer

Whether I’m delivering a punchline on stage or a closing argument in court, balancing stand-up comedy performances and my legal career has demonstrated that the keys to success in both endeavors include reading the room, landing the right timing and making an impact, says attorney Rebecca Palmer.

Ala. Bill Seeks To Regulate, Tax Cannabinoid Products

By Jaqueline McCool

Alabama would impose a 6% tax on cannabinoid product sales beginning in 2026 under a bill introduced in the state Senate.


Expert Analysis

Baseball Fantasy Camp Makes Me A Better Lawyer

With six baseball fantasy experiences under my belt, I've learned time and again that I didn't make the wrong career choice, but I've also learned that baseball lessons are life lessons, and I'm a better lawyer for my time at St. Louis Cardinals fantasy camp, says Scott Felder at Wiley.

Adapting To Private Practice: From Fed. Prosecutor To BigLaw

Making the jump from government to private practice is no small feat, but, based on my experience transitioning to a business-driven environment after 15 years as an assistant U.S. attorney, it can be incredibly rewarding and help you become a more versatile lawyer, says Michael Beckwith at Dickinson Wright.

Firms Still Have Lateral Market Advantage, But Risks Persist

Partner and associate mobility data from the fourth quarter of 2024 shows that we’re in a new, stable era of lateral hiring where firms have the edge, but leaders should proceed cautiously, looking beyond expected revenue and compensation analyses for potential risks, say Julie Henson and Greg Hamman at Decipher Investigative Intelligence.

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