Federal Law

Protecting Public Media Funding and Evaluating Regulatory Accountability The current political and legal climate is stirring debate on several fronts. On one hand, we face the very real possibility of federal funds for public radio being eliminated—a move that could undermine a vital public resource that keeps communities informed and engaged. On the other hand, […] More

California’s Stand on AI Regulation and Legal Oversight In recent days, California Attorney General Rob Bonta joined forces with a coalition of 40 attorneys general from across the nation in a bold move to oppose a proposed 10‐year ban on state efforts to enforce laws that address artificial intelligence (AI) and automated decision-making systems. This […] More

California’s Bold Stance on AI Regulation: A New Frontier in State-Level Oversight California Attorney General Rob Bonta has joined forces with 40 other state attorneys general to oppose a proposed 10-year ban on state enforcement of any law or regulation addressing artificial intelligence (AI) and automated decision-making systems. This coalition letter, sent to Congressional leaders, […] More

An Era of Independent Judgment: The End of Chevron Deference in Federal and Arizona Courts The legal landscape is undergoing a dramatic shift. The once unassailable doctrine of Chevron Deference, a cornerstone in administrative law that historically favored agency interpretations over industry challenges, is now facing a decisive setback. Recent changes not only at the […] More

Introduction: Examining the Law Behind “451: Unavailable for Legal Reasons” In today’s internet era, where digital borders are as significant as national ones, encountering a message such as “451: Unavailable for legal reasons” can be both surprising and off-putting. This editorial explores the circumstances that give rise to such messages, the legal frameworks behind them, […] More

Arizona’s Legal Landscape Without Chevron Deference In recent years, the way that federal and state courts approach administrative agency interpretations has changed significantly. With the landmark decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo overturning Chevron Deference at the federal level, Arizona courts have likewise begun to step away from their tradition of leaning heavily on […] More

An Opinion on Recent Developments in U.S. Privacy Litigation The legal landscape regarding privacy litigation is constantly changing, and recent court decisions have further highlighted the tricky parts and tangled issues inherent in this evolving field. In this editorial, we take a closer look at several significant cases that have set new precedents, including a […] More

Understanding the Legal Block: A Deep Dive into HTTP 451 The digital landscape is constantly evolving, and with it comes a host of legal and regulatory challenges that affect how we access information online. One such challenge is the HTTP 451 error code—“Unavailable due to legal reasons.” While this message may seem abrupt or even […] More

Opinion Editorial: A Closer Look at Website Access Restrictions under GDPR In recent years, we have seen a growing trend of websites refusing access based on the user’s geographical location. One such example is the message “451: Unavailable due to legal reasons,” which indicates that access is being denied to visitors from regions governed by […] More