Judicial review is the inherent right of courts to review decision-making processes of public bodies. It allows for challenging and analyzing decisions, granting public law remedies like declaration, certiorari, mandamus, prohibition, and quo warranto. Those adversely affected by public duty actions

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Alabama's statutory cap on damages against cities and counties has been a topic of contention since its enactment in 1977. Attempts to circumvent this cap by suing city or county employees individually have led to legal debates and court decisions, such as the cases of Morrow v. Caldwell and Alabama

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Simulation competition where students portray attorneys and witnesses in a civil jury trial based on the case of professional writer Riley Winter suing an online magazine for wrongful termination due to age discrimination. Judges preside over the trial, score performances, and provide feedback, focu

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Explore the history and procedures related to suing the Federal Government, including the establishment of the Court of Claims, the Federal Tort Claims Act, and notable cases like Dalehite v. U.S. Learn about the challenges posed by private bills, jurisdiction of the Court of Claims, and negligence

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This informative content delves into the history of sovereign immunity in the U.S. Constitution, the formation of the Court of Claims in 1855, its jurisdiction over contracts and takings, the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA), and a specific case involving negligence by the United States in the shipmen

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Consideration in contract law is essential for a valid agreement. It involves an act, forbearance, or promise exchanged between parties. The content discusses the meaning, legal rules, and exceptions related to consideration, highlighting the importance of a lawful and valuable exchange for a contra

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Explore the history and implications of flood control acts like the Flood Control Act of 1928, including the immunity provisions for the United States in case of flood-related damages. Learn about the Compensation Clause and the procedures for suing the government for flood damages under the FTCA. D

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