October Term 2023 · Docket 23-5572
Does obstructing evidence require actual impairment of a proceeding?
The dispute centers on whether a defendant must actually impair a proceeding to violate the obstruction statute.
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October Term 2023 · Docket 23-108
Does federal law punish local officials for any benefit or only corrupt intent?
The dispute centers on whether federal law requires proof of corrupt intent to punish local officials who receive benefits.
October Term 2023 · Docket 23-50
Does a valid charge block a Fourth Amendment malicious prosecution claim?
the sides that brought the case seek to sue for malicious prosecution despite a valid charge. the opposing sides argue the valid charge defeats the claim.
October Term 2023 · Docket 23-370
Can judges decide if prior crimes count as separate offenses?
the sides that brought the case argue judges must only verify prior convictions. The government argues judges must decide if those crimes were separate.
October Term 2023 · Docket 23-235
Can doctors sue over FDA mail-order abortion rules?
Doctors claim FDA ignored safety data. FDA says the drug is safe.
October Term 2023 · Docket 23-21
Does a missed filing deadline strip the Federal Circuit of jurisdiction?
the sides that brought the case argue the deadline is a procedural rule. The government claims it is a jurisdictional limit.
October Term 2023 · Docket 23-250
Does the Self-Determination Act require the government to pay tribes for indirect healthcare costs?
The San Carlos Apache Tribe seeks full reimbursement for indirect costs. The Department of Health and Human Services argues the law limits this payment.
October Term 2023 · Docket 22-1025
Does probable cause bar all retaliatory arrest claims?
The dispute centers on whether probable cause always defeats a claim that police arrested someone for retaliation.
October Term 2023 · Docket 22-1079
Who qualifies as a party in interest in Chapter 11 bankruptcy?
The dispute centers on whether an insurer paying asbestos claims holds standing to participate in bankruptcy proceedings.
October Term 2023 · Docket 23-14
Can experts testify that a defendant fits a criminal profile?
The dispute centers on whether Rule 704(b) bars expert testimony that a defendant shares traits with a criminal class.
October Term 2023 · Docket 22-842
Can regulators pressure insurers to drop disfavored clients?
The NRA claims New York regulators coerced insurers into dropping its business. The state argues it only urged risk management.
October Term 2023 · Docket 23-411
Can the government force private platforms to remove protected speech?
Missouri claims federal officials coerced social media companies to suppress user content. The government argues it only persuaded private speakers.
October Term 2023 · Docket 22-976
Does a bump stock device make a rifle a machinegun?
The dispute centers on whether a bump stock device turns a semi-automatic rifle into a machinegun under federal law.
October Term 2023 · Docket 23-3
Who decides if a crypto user must arbitrate?
Coinbase wants a judge to enforce its arbitration clause. Suski wants a judge to decide if that clause applies.
October Term 2023 · Docket 22-529
Does a state law significantly interfere with a national bank's powers?
The dispute centers on the legal standard for determining when state consumer financial laws preempt federal banking authority.
October Term 2023 · Docket 22-7386
Does a missed deadline for a forfeiture notice void a criminal sentence?
The dispute centers on whether a court must fix a missed deadline for a forfeiture notice or if the error is harmless.
October Term 2023 · Docket 22-277
Does Florida's social media law violate the First Amendment?
Florida argues the law levels the playing field. NetChoice argues it censors speech.
October Term 2023 · Docket 22-1078
Can copyright plaintiffs recover damages for acts older than three years?
Warner Chappell seeks damages for older acts. Nealy argues the three-year limit bars those claims.
October Term 2023 · Docket 22-1008
When does the clock start for challenging a final agency rule?
Corner Post argues the deadline starts when it pays fees. The Federal Reserve argues it starts when the rule passes.
October Term 2023 · Docket 23-51
Do warehouse workers qualify for the Federal Arbitration Act exemption?
the sides that brought the case seek to enforce arbitration agreements. the opposing sides argue these workers fall under a statutory exemption.