Coverage of U.S. Supreme Court decisions and their impact on constitutional law, civil rights, criminal procedure, federal regulation, and the balance of power between states and the federal government. Includes case summaries, key holdings, and what new rulings mean for individuals, businesses, and legal practice.
In 2026, the Supreme Court strengthened religious accommodation at work by requiring employers to show a substantially higher “undue hardship” before denying a request. This shift means more scheduling, dress, and practice-related accommodations must be considered and documented. This article explains the new standard, common request types, and compliance steps for employers and employees. A […]
The Supreme Court has narrowed how far states can go in enforcing immigration-related laws, reinforcing that immigration regulation is primarily a federal power. The ruling curbs state measures that intrude on federal authority and affects how state and local agencies may detain, prosecute, or otherwise target noncitizens. This article explains what the Court decided, why […]
