October Term 2000 · Docket 98-1768
Does federal law block state fraud claims against medical device makers?
Plaintiffs seek state damages for device fraud. Buckman argues federal law preempts these claims.
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October Term 2000 · Docket 99-1408
Is a custodial arrest for a minor traffic violation reasonable under the Fourth Amendment?
The dispute centers on whether police may arrest a driver for a minor traffic offense without a warrant.
October Term 2000 · Docket 00-836
Did Florida's highest court change election laws?
the sides that brought the case claim the Florida Supreme Court altered statutory rules. the opposing sides assert the court applied existing state law.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-1331
Can a shipowner limit liability to defeat a seaman's Jones Act claim?
A seaman seeks full damages under the Jones Act. The shipowner argues the Limited Liability Act caps those damages.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-1571
Does a dual-spring sign stand design qualify for patent protection?
The parties dispute whether a specific sign stand mechanism meets patent law requirements.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-1680
Does a city license denial for adult business violations violate free speech rights?
A business claims its license denial for code violations infringes free speech. The city argues the law meets constitutional standards.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-1792
Can states tax banks for cooperatives?
Missouri seeks to tax a cooperative bank. The bank claims federal law blocks that tax.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-1864
Does race drive North Carolina district lines?
Appellants claim race dominated district drawing. Appellees argue race did not drive the lines.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-8576
Does a significant difference test measure Strickland prejudice?
The dispute centers on the correct standard for measuring prejudice under Strickland v. Washington.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-1434
Does the Harmonized Tariff Schedule bind the government?
The government and Mead Corp. dispute the legal force of tariff classifications.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-1529
Does ERISA preempt Washington's divorce revocation statute?
the sides that brought the case argue Washington law conflicts with federal employee benefit rules. the opposing sides claim the state statute remains valid.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-6218
Does a state law violate due process if it criminalizes conduct without prior notice?
the side that brought the case argues Tennessee's homicide law lacked fair warning. The state claims the law provided clear notice.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-1257
Can the EPA revise ozone standards despite congressional limits?
Ohio and trucking groups claim the EPA broke the law by changing ozone rules. The EPA argues Congress gave it this power.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-1426
Does the Clean Air Act allow cost factors in setting air quality standards?
Truckers argue the EPA must consider economic costs when setting air quality standards. The agency insists the law requires setting standards based only on health effects.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-1379
Does the Federal Arbitration Act cover employment contracts?
The dispute centers on whether the Federal Arbitration Act applies to employment agreements.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-929
Can states force federal candidates to disclose political views?
Missouri requires federal candidates to state their views on state issues. Opponents claim this violates federal election laws.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-1132
Can police block a home to preserve evidence while seeking a warrant?
Police officers blocked entry to a home to preserve evidence while seeking a warrant. The state argues this action was lawful. The homeowner argues it violated his rights.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-1178
Does the Clean Water Act cover isolated wetlands?
A county group challenges federal wetland protection rules.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-7504
Can prison officials deny good-time credits based on internal rules?
A federal inmate challenges a Bureau of Prisons rule that limits credit for good behavior.
October Term 2000 · Docket 99-859
Does the government owe compensation for water damage from a dual-purpose canal?
Farmers claim the government must pay for crop damage caused by leaking irrigation water.