In a decision that could echo far beyond the Rocky Mountains, the Colorado Supreme Court ruled in a 5-2 vote that Boulder County and the City of Boulder may move forward with their lawsuit against oil giants ExxonMobil and Suncor. As reported by Michael Karlik in Colorado Politics, the court decided that federal law does …
It usually starts with the flash of red and blue lights. You weren’t speeding, you weren’t swerving, and everything feels normal. But in an instant, a routine traffic stop can turn into a high-stakes interaction that puts your freedom on the line. Police officers are trained to use a variety of legal and psychological tricks …
As technology continues to transform policing, a quiet yet massive expansion of surveillance has crept into American neighborhoods. What may appear to be ordinary roadside cameras are, in fact, part of a vast and growing network of high-tech surveillance tools. Automatic license plate readers (ALPRs), like those made by companies such as Flock and Axon, …
A family from Northern Ireland has won a £75,000 payout, nearly $100,000, after being wrongly accused of skipping out on a restaurant bill. The incident, which started with a public social media post, spiraled into a full-blown defamation lawsuit, culminating in a Belfast court ruling in the family’s favor. As reported by Noor Qurashi of …
On May 7, 2025, U.S. Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) introduced legislation that could spark one of the biggest privacy debates in years. Her bill, titled the “American Privacy Restoration Act,” seeks to fully repeal the USA PATRIOT Act – the controversial post-9/11 law that dramatically expanded the government’s surveillance authority. Luna’s press release called …
Writing a will seems simple, but it’s easy to make mistakes. I know because I made some in mine. While working closely with an estate lawyer, I saw how certain things — even small ones — can create problems later on, from delays to disagreements among family members. If you want your will to be …
From misguided regulations to downright absurd restrictions, America’s patchwork of firearm laws too often targets the wrong people – law-abiding citizens. Across the country, certain policies are passed in the name of safety or justice, but end up punishing responsible gun owners while doing nothing to stop criminals. Let’s break down seven of the most …
The fate of assault weapon and magazine bans in the United States may soon rest in the hands of the Supreme Court. Two major Second Amendment cases – Snope v. Brown and Ocean State Tactical v. Rhode Island – have quietly become some of the most closely watched legal battles in the country. At the …
In a move that’s already shaking up the national gun rights landscape, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has launched an official investigation into the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. The focus? Alleged violations of the Second Amendment. Chad Mizelle, Chief of Staff to the DOJ under Attorney General Pam Bondi, broke the news on …
On March 26, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court handed down a 7-2 decision that upheld a Biden-era federal rule targeting “ghost guns.” This case, known officially as Bondi v. Vanderstok, represents a major blow to gun rights advocates. The regulation in question redefines unfinished gun parts kits – often sold online and assembled at home …
In an era where marijuana legalization is spreading like wildfire at the state level, one major legal landmine remains: gun ownership. Can you legally own or purchase a firearm if you use marijuana – even legally, with a state-issued card? According to the Armed Attorneys Edwin Walker and Richard Hayes, the answer is complex, risky, …
In today’s world of increasing political division and civil unrest, it’s more important than ever to understand how to legally and safely defend yourself when caught in the chaos of a violent protest mob. These situations unfold quickly, and the consequences can be devastating if you react the wrong way – even if you’re just …
Gun-related accidents happen in the U.S. every day, but this one? This one stands out. According to The Guardian’s Ramon Antonio Vargas, a Memphis man named Jerald Kirkwood found himself in the hospital after a gun in his own bed discharged, grazing his left thigh. The shooter? His one-year-old pitbull puppy, Oreo. That’s the story …
Getting pulled over for a routine traffic stop can be nerve-wracking under normal circumstances. But when a police officer suspects you of driving while intoxicated (DWI) – whether you’ve been drinking or not – the situation can escalate quickly. Many drivers don’t realize that police officers use specific tactics to gather evidence against them, sometimes …
A Texas mother’s legal battle after defending her home with deadly force has sparked a new bill aimed at protecting renters from eviction. The legislation, known as the Aleah Wallace Act, was filed by State Rep. Carrie Isaac to ensure that renters who use justified force to protect themselves or their families cannot be evicted. …