U.S. Courts News Reporter
That is an extreme title to an essay in 2026 when the median cost to raise a child in America is $ 1500 to $ 2000 a month depending on whose study you credit. But, the March 26 decision of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court appears to hold that a parent who professes he can’t find work gets to skate unless the trial judge finds the money “on him” in the context of a support proceeding.
Bredbenner v. Hall has been … Read the rest
U.S. District Judge Jesse M. Furman and Professor Daniel J. Capra reflect on the impact of unification of the rules of evidence and how the Judiciary’s rule-making process ensures that the Federal Rules of Evidence keep up with the times.
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The Council of the European Union has just given the green light to a new EU Law that aims to bring consistency to key aspects of insolvency rules across Member States.
For years, businesses and investors have had to navigate a patchwork of national regimes—each with its own procedures, timelines, and quirks. The new Directive marks a significant shift toward a more predictable and efficient regime.
By introducing common standards, the rules aim to maximise creditor recoveries and streamline insolvency … Read the rest
While most of the country is currently frozen, February promises to heat up with several regulatory dates and deadlines broadcasters need to be aware of. But the possibility of another federal government shutdown looms. To end the longest shutdown in history last November, Congress gave themselves until January 31 to pass a budget bill covering the operations of many parts of the federal government, including the FCC. No “continuing resolution” to fund the government at last year’s levels has been adopted … Read the rest
Summary: India’s tax framework has long posed challenges for foreign investors, particularly around PE and profit attribution rules. NITI Aayog’s working paper proposes a presumptive taxation scheme to simplify compliance and reduce litigation with respect to profit attribution. Through introducing sector-specific profit percentages to turnover, the working paper intends to offer clarity and ease administrative burdens. Its success, however, will hinge on setting realistic rates that are pragmatic and practicable and can balance revenue protection with investor appeal.
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The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010 (“FCRA”)[i], regulates the flow and use of foreign funds by individuals, associations, and organisations in India. Over time, the regulatory framework under FCRA has evolved, introducing several compliance obligations for entities receiving foreign contributions. In April 2025[ii], a key amendment was introduced concerning the validity of prior permissions. To strengthen the FCRA regime further, the Ministry of Home Affairs (“MHA”) notified amendments to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Rules, 2011 … Read the rest
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The Supreme Court on Friday turned down a request from Republican-led states and industry groups to block a rule from the Environmental Protection Agency that imposes more stringent standards on emissions of hazardous air pollutants from coal-fired power plants. At the same time, the justices turned down a similar request from Oklahoma and industry groups to block an EPA rule that seeks to regulate emissions of methane, a powerful greenhouse gas, from crude-oil and natural gas facilities.
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The Supreme Court on Thursday threw out a ruling by a federal district court holding that a congressional district on the South Carolina coast was an unconstitutional racial gerrymander – that is, it sorted voters based primarily on their race. In an opinion by Justice Samuel Alito, the justices cleared the way for the state to use the map going forward. The 6-3 decision, with the justices divided on ideological lines, means that the disputed district will remain a … Read the rest