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The Right to Health Care Freedom in State Constitutions

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Michigan State University College of Law

November 18, 2024

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Practical guidance for ethically changing law firms
Attorneys must follow ethical guidelines when changing law firms, including notifying clients properly, respecting client choice, and managing conflicts of interest.
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‘Christmas Lawyer’ uses settlement with homeowners association on more holiday decorations
An Idaho lawyer who had been fighting with his homeowners association over his "elaborate holiday displays" said he's using the money that he received during…
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DOJ sues state officials over laws protecting immigrants at courthouses
The Department of Justice is suing Illinois' Democratic governor and attorney general, claiming that new state laws prohibiting detention of immigrants at courthouses and other…
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A dozen ways that bar licensure could change in 2026
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Building the case for trial in the last 60 days
Sadly, it is increasingly rare for cases to get to trial. When they do, it is a challenge for any lawyer to get organized in…
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Legal tech GCs, chief legal officers reflect on 2025, share vision for 2026
Legal industry analyst Ari Kaplan hosted his inaugural Ari Kaplan Advisors Legal Tech GC/CLO Roundtable to reflect on the legal industry in 2025 and discuss…
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Legal professionals played key roles in the holiday movie universe
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Could Trump’s judicial appointments slow in the new year?
Despite his early success, President Donald Trump could face challenges in appointing judges to the bench in 2026. This year, the U.S. Senate confirmed 26…
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Mentions of Justice Scalia surge at conservative-dominated court during oral arguments
References to the late Justice Antonin Scalia spiked during U.S. Supreme Court oral arguments this year, according to a Bloomberg Law analysis. Scalia’s name was…
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FBI investigating missing lawyers who disappeared from fishing boat
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is launching a probe into the disappearance of two lawyers who didn't return from a weekend fishing trip about 70…
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Five strategies for leaders to prioritize mental health and well-being
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Holiday meals in jail? Prison food: the good, the bad and the glorified
The holidays are a time for reflection: what we have, what we’ve lost, and what we hope to find. For people who’ve lost their freedom,…
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Lawyer sues IRS to recognize her dog as legal dependent
An attorney licensed in Utah and New York is suing the IRS, seeking to force the agency to recognize her dog as a dependent for…
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These boutique firms top bonuses given to associates by BigLaw firms
Several elite boutique law firms are offering above-market bonuses to their associates this year. Associates at New York-founded litigation boutique firm Selendy Gay will receive…
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Retired prosecutor files lawsuit against New York City over Skadden Arps protest
A retired prosecutor filed a lawsuit last week in federal court against New York City and Brookfield Properties alleging that he was wrongfully arrested while…
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Our 11 favorite Instagram posts from 2025
It's been another riveting year in the legal industry and for our coverage at the ABA Journal. And just like that, 2026 will be here…
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Yale Law promotes deputy dean, will be second woman in dean role
Yale Law School has named its new dean, effective Feb. 1, 2026, the university announced Friday. Cristina M. Rodríguez, currently the law school’s deputy dean,…
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Poll: Which ABA Journal magazine cover from 2025 was your favorite?
We covered a wide array of in-depth, diverse and hard-hitting legal topics at the ABA Journal in 2025. Of the myriad feature stories that we…
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Chemerinsky: A look back at the Supreme Court in 2025 reflects its conservative leanings
What will be the role of the U.S. Supreme Court in the midst of a presidency that is challenging constitutional limits, and at a time…
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A practical tech checklist for senior lawyers
You don't need to start the new year with brand-new devices. You need to give your existing tech a little care and attention. Use this…
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