Tag Archives: civil rights lawsuits

Chimp loses his “nonhuman” rights case

Posted on December 8, 2014 by Naomi

I noted this case when I first read about it. Rather begrudgingly. And now it seems that my begrudgement was rational. Or should I spell that “begrudgment?” Whichever: From the New York Law Journal: Appellate Division, Third Department The People … Continue reading →

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Do statutes of limitations apply to everyone?

Posted on November 27, 2014 by Naomi

I lost track of this news from the New York Law Journal but today, on Thanksgiving, I’m finding it significant enough to post: Circuit Rejects Police Union Role in ‘Stop and Frisk’ New York City police unions protesting the city’s … Continue reading →

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“Elderly women sue TSA screeners over alleged strip-searches”

Posted on November 26, 2014 by Naomi

Getting old sucks. The TSA isn’t making it any easier: Elderly women sue TSA screeners over alleged strip-searches – NY Daily News. Nor is the Daily News, which publicized the women’s physical problems. If I had any of them, I … Continue reading →

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