The website for the Communication Law course at Abilene Christian University
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A federal appeals court on Monday tossed out a veteran’s conviction for wearing military medals he didn’t earn, saying it was a form of free speech protected by the Constitution. More »
We’ll talk about the plight of Mr. Bell, and the question of the constitutionality of his discipline by the school district may come up again later in the semester… More »
A federal court judge has reaffirmed that the Navajo Nation can continue its lawsuit against Urban Outfitters Inc. under the Indian Arts and Crafts Act. More »
In a First Amendment ruling that could give a boost to the Washington Redskins’ legal battle over its name, a federal appeals court ruled Tuesday that the government can’t reject trademarks for being disparaging or offensive. More »
Yesterday, the Florida Court of Appeal held that the injunction violated the First Amendment. But such injunctions have become common, and often stay in place when the speaker lacks David’s financial resources and thus can’t hire a lawyer for an appeal. More »
