Democracy at Risk? German Candidate Barred Over Lord of the Rings Praise
Imagine a man running for mayor and the local election authorities disqualify him because he praised a “Lord of the Rings” television mini-series, made the “okay” sign with his fingers, and went to a book fair. That’s what’s happened to Joachim Paul. He was the front-runner in the mayoral race in the working-class German city […]
Judge Frank Caprio: America’s Kindest Judge Leaves a Lasting Legacy
Frank Caprio (November 24, 1936 – August 20, 2025), fondly known as “America’s nicest judge,” passed away at the age of 88 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. His kindness, warmth, and unwavering belief in human goodness captured the hearts of millions around the world. A Judge Who Judged with Heart A lifelong Rhode […]
TikTok Inc. v. Garland
The recent Supreme Court decision in TikTok Inc. v. Garland has significant implications for TikTok’s operations in the United States. The Court upheld the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, requiring ByteDance, TikTok’s Chinese parent company, to divest its U.S. operations by January 19, 2025, or face a nationwide ban. Background: Key Points […]
5 Landmark Cases That Shaped the Indian Legal System
The Indian legal system, one of the most robust in the world, has evolved over decades. A number of landmark cases have contributed significantly to shaping the Indian Constitution, fundamental rights, and the nation’s overall legal framework. In this blog, we delve into five cases that not only impacted Indian jurisprudence but also laid down […]
10 Supreme Court Decisions That Shaped the US Legal System
The Supreme Court of the United States has been the cornerstone of the American legal system, delivering rulings that have profoundly influenced the nation’s laws and society. Through landmark decisions, the court has defined constitutional rights, balanced federal and state powers, and safeguarded individual freedoms. Below, we delve into some of the most influential Supreme […]
Void and Voidable Contracts in Pakistan?
A contract is an agreement that is enforceable by law .In the past, contracts were just simple barter systems, according to which one party would trade something for goods or services of equal value from another party. But things have changed since then. No one can enforce void contracts, but parties can cancel voidable ones […]
Is the Killing of Ismail Haniyeh a Violation of International Law?
One of the world’s most divisive and complicated geopolitical topics is still the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. As a prominent leader of Hamas, Ismail Haniyeh was often at the center of this conflict, representing the political aspirations of many Palestinians. His death, resulting from a targeted strike attributed to Israeli forces, raises critical questions regarding principles of […]
