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SCOTUS Dismisses Mexico's Case Against U.S. Gun Manufacturers

Practice of Law

Bullets Crossing Borders You probably have heard that Mexico has a big gun problem. Mexico’s complaint centered on three main claims: First, it asserted that manufacturers knowingly sold firearms to dealers who illegally supplied them to traffickers. Regardless, the ruling is a big win for gun makers and enthusiasts alike.

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Protecting Public Expression

WA Bar News

PURPOSE OF ANTI-SLAPP LAWS The purpose of anti-SLAPP laws is to prevent litigants from suing and threatening suit as a means of stifling speech on issues of public concern. Hence, the trial court lacks authority to consider a motion for leave to file an amended complaint once the stay is in effect. Expression Prot. 30, 31-32 (2022).

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The Essential Purpose of Legal Writing: Importance, Types & Strategies

Legal Writing Launch

Whether attorneys are drafting briefs, composing legal memos, or preparing litigation documents, the ability to convey arguments and information clearly and persuasively is essential. The accuracy and attention to detail in these documents protect parties’ rights and obligations, helping to prevent disputes and litigation.