The Supreme Court and the last word

The Supreme Court and the last word

Please note that SCOTUS Outside Opinions constitute the views of outside contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of SCOTUSblog or its staff.Many critics of the Supreme Court contend that the court has abused the power it has assumed. Few, however,...
The Constitution’s structure should decide Suncor

The Constitution’s structure should decide Suncor

Please note that SCOTUS Outside Opinions constitute the views of outside contributors and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of SCOTUSblog or its staff.On Oct. 5, First Monday, the Supreme Court heard oral argument in Suncor Energy (U.S.A.) Inc. v. County...
Dos and Don’ts of Hague Service Requests

Dos and Don’ts of Hague Service Requests

Almost a decade ago, I posted a fairly exhaustive how-to guide on filling out a standard Hague Service Convention Request, known colloquially here in the United States as a USM-94. More technically, it’s U.S. Marshals Form 94, which the Government Printing...