October Term 2013 · Docket 12-609
Can the State compel a defendant to speak to its expert?
Kansas seeks to use Cheever's compelled statements. Cheever argues this violates his Fifth Amendment rights.
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October Term 2013 · Docket 11-965
Can a foreign company be sued in California for global claims?
Daimler AG disputes a lower court finding that it faces general jurisdiction in California. Plaintiffs seek to sue the German parent for worldwide conduct.
October Term 2013 · Docket 12-682
Does a state ban on race-based admissions violate the Constitution?
Michigan voters banned race-conscious admissions. the sides that brought the case claim this violates equal protection. the opposing sides argue the ban protects democratic process.
October Term 2013 · Docket 12-729
Does an ERISA plan limit the time to sue after a benefits denial?
The dispute centers on whether a plan can start a lawsuit deadline before a claimant receives a final benefits decision.
October Term 2013 · Docket 12-562
Does the IRS impose valuation penalties before partnership audits conclude?
The government seeks to tax partners immediately. Taxpayers demand a full partnership audit first.
October Term 2013 · Docket 12-929
Can a contract clause override federal venue rules?
A construction firm wants to move a lawsuit to Virginia. The opposing party wants to keep it in Texas.
October Term 2013 · Docket 12-414
Does a silent record prove ineffective assistance of counsel?
The dispute centers on whether a court can find ineffective assistance of counsel based solely on a silent record.
October Term 2013 · Docket 12-536
Do aggregate limits on political donations violate free speech?
Appellants argue aggregate caps equalize political influence. The government argues these caps prevent corruption.
October Term 2013 · Docket 12-79
Does a private fraud suit require a direct link to a covered securities transaction?
Investors sue lawyers for aiding a Ponzi scheme. The lawyers argue the fraud did not directly involve buying or selling securities.
October Term 2013 · Docket 12-872
Can federal courts dismiss age discrimination claims under state law?
the sides that brought the case argue federal law blocks state age discrimination suits. the opposing sides claim state courts retain jurisdiction.