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New Haven v. Thomas Hogg: How the Two-Witness Rule Saved a Man's Life

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New Haven v. Thomas Hogg: How the Two-Witness Rule Saved a Man's Life

A 1647 colonial case demonstrates how evidentiary standards can mean the difference between life and death—and why coerced confessions remain dangerous today.

January 2, 2026
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California's SB 447 Expires: Survival Damages No Longer Available

As of January 1, 2026, California no longer permits recovery of pain and suffering in wrongful death...

12/31/2025

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The California Tort Claims Act: Why You Have Just 6 Months to File a Claim

A comprehensive guide to California's unique requirements for suing government entities, including p...

12/19/2024

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Understanding Qualified Immunity: The Legal Doctrine Shielding Police from Accountability

An examination of qualified immunity, the Supreme Court-created legal doctrine that shields police o...

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