Administrative Law

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Agency discretion limits under arbitrary and capricious review

November 20, 2024 • By Jack Gilbert

Under the APA, courts set aside agency actions that are “arbitrary, capricious, an abuse of discretion, or otherwise not in accordance with law” (5 U.S.C. § 706(2)(A)). Agencies must show a rational connection between the facts found and the choice made, consider relevant factors, and explain departures from prior policy. This article outlines how that […]

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The hard look doctrine’s role in arbitrary and capricious determinations

November 20, 2024 • By Jack Gilbert

Under the APA, courts apply the hard look doctrine to enforce the “arbitrary and capricious” standard by requiring agencies to give a reasoned explanation grounded in the record. If an agency ignores important factors, contradicts evidence, or fails to address alternatives, the action can be set aside. This article explains the doctrine’s origins, how courts […]

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How to challenge agency rulemaking as arbitrary and capricious

November 20, 2024 • By Jack Gilbert

Under the APA, courts will set aside an agency rule as “arbitrary and capricious” if the agency failed to give a reasoned explanation or ignored key evidence in the record. A successful challenge typically shows the rule conflicts with the statute, relies on improper factors, or fails to address important comments. This article explains the […]

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Procedural vs. substantive arbitrary and capricious review: What’s the difference?

November 20, 2024 • By Jack Gilbert

Procedural arbitrary and capricious review targets flaws in the agency’s decisionmaking process (e.g., ignored comments or inadequate explanation), while substantive review targets the reasonableness of the outcome based on the record. Both apply under the APA’s “arbitrary, capricious, an abuse of discretion” standard in 5 U.S.C. § 706(2)(A). This article explains the differences, key cases, […]

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Circuit court interpretations: Analyzing arbitrary and capricious rulings

November 19, 2024 • By Jack Gilbert

The APA’s “arbitrary and capricious” standard appears in 5 U.S.C. § 706(2)(A) and requires agencies to show a reasoned explanation grounded in the record. Circuit courts apply it by checking whether the agency considered relevant factors and explained departures from prior policy without ignoring key evidence. This article compares major circuit approaches and what they […]

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Landmark Supreme Court cases shaping the arbitrary and capricious standard

November 19, 2024 • By Jack Gilbert

The Supreme Court has shaped the arbitrary and capricious standard through at least 5 major decisions, including Overton Park, State Farm, Chevron, Fox Television, and Encino Motorcars. These cases require agencies to offer reasoned explanations and consider relevant factors under the Administrative Procedure Act. This article summarizes each ruling’s rule and its practical impact on […]

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Arbitrary and capricious vs. substantial evidence: Key differences explained

November 19, 2024 • By Jack Gilbert

The key difference is that “arbitrary and capricious” is a deferential reasoned-decisionmaking check, while “substantial evidence” requires enough record support that a reasonable mind could accept. Arbitrary-and-capricious review focuses on the agency’s explanation; substantial-evidence review focuses on evidentiary support in the administrative record. This article explains when each standard applies and how courts evaluate agency […]

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What level of deference do courts provide to agency decisions under the arbitrary and capricious standard?

November 18, 2024 • By Jack Gilbert

Under the arbitrary and capricious standard, courts apply a deferential review and will uphold an agency action if it shows a rational connection between the facts found and the choice made. Courts do not substitute their judgment, but they will set aside decisions lacking reasoned explanation, ignoring key evidence, or violating law. This article explains […]

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Can unpopular agency decisions be classified as arbitrary and capricious?

November 16, 2024 • By Jack Gilbert

Unpopular agency decisions are not arbitrary and capricious on that basis alone—courts apply the APA’s “arbitrary and capricious” test by reviewing the administrative record for reasoned decision-making. A decision is more likely to be set aside if the agency ignored key evidence, failed to explain its change in policy, or relied on improper factors. This […]

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As a California Immigration Lawyer, Can you provide a detailed breakdown of fees and expenses for my specific immigration case?

November 13, 2024 • By Jack Gilbert

Yes—most California immigration cases include attorney fees plus USCIS filing fees that often range from about $500 to $2,500+ per application, depending on the form and category. Your total also commonly includes biometrics, medical exams, translations, mailing, and potential travel or court costs. This article outlines typical fee ranges by case type and what documents […]

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How Can Law Firms Improve Cybersecurity and Data Governance in 2025?

November 12, 2024 • By Jack Gilbert

Law firms can cut breach risk by requiring MFA on 100% of accounts and adopting a zero-trust security model. Pair this with encryption, least-privilege access, continuous monitoring, vendor risk reviews, and tested incident response plans to protect client data and meet ethical duties. This article covers 2025-ready controls, governance policies, and practical implementation steps. As […]

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Exploring the Arbitrary and Capricious Test in Judicial Review Processes

November 12, 2024 • By Jack Gilbert

Courts applying the “arbitrary and capricious” test generally uphold an agency decision if it is reasonable and supported by the administrative record, and will set it aside only when the agency failed to consider important factors, relied on improper considerations, or offered an irrational explanation. Rooted in the Administrative Procedure Act, this deferential standard focuses […]

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