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The New York Court of Appeals continued the suspension of Judge Robert Cicale and said he should not be paid during the suspension. Cicale told police he took the underwear on a previous occasion, and he went to the house to take underwear again. https://t.co/zzI1gAb6mI #ethics pic.twitter.com/0Yn2OYLmKX — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) October 1, 2019

Saam Zangeneh, a lawyer for alleged triggerman Sigfredo Garcia, said a third defendant, Luis Rivera, was “the prosecution’s parrot” after receiving “the deal of a lifetime.” Zangeneh contended that Rivera could be the actual triggerman. https://t.co/Ej247dvaJV pic.twitter.com/lmelim8mPg — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) October 1, 2019

Watch: @hlslib Banned Books Week talk with Randall Kennedy on American slavery and American censorship https://t.co/6uOBteWCMb — Harvard Law School (@Harvard_Law) October 1, 2019

Lawyer Richard Bell has been awarded at least $300,000 in various lawsuits alleging unauthorized use of a photo of the Indianapolis skyline. But jurors said on a verdict form that Bell had not proven that he took the skyline photo. https://t.co/8IjZiIa7Mh #copyrightlaw pic.twitter.com/IEvt5iLYJ6 — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) October 1, 2019

“The Flores agreement is a binding contract and a consent decree,” District Judge Dolly Gee said. “Defendants cannot simply ignore the dictates of the consent decree merely because they no longer agree with its approach as a matter of policy.” https://t.co/WlB3s6fY1Q #immigration pic.twitter.com/M50eguyvqx — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 30, 2019

When it comes to retirement savings, New York CPA Gary DuBoff says if you have an employer, be sure to know about all the benefits offered and take advantage of them. https://t.co/BFiuc3zv0M @sfw70II @LegalTalkNet @GMDNYC #AskedandAnswered pic.twitter.com/CHJo4WzaQw — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 30, 2019

"I am passionate about disability rights and advocacy. I am openly autistic and proud. I don’t have to be a disability rights or special education attorney to do what I enjoy." https://t.co/53oqF5EwLl #MyPathtoLaw @haleymossart — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 30, 2019

A New York judge was suspended without pay Friday after he pleaded guilty to second-degree attempted burglary for trying to steal a woman's underwear. Police said they found him on the street carrying several pairs of her soiled undergarments. https://t.co/6LefJpzViE #ethics — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 30, 2019

"Every time I speak with prospective HLS students, I offer the same piece of advice: look up every once in a while." 2L Sydney shares her reflections on her time at @Harvard_Law so far. https://t.co/CscFRPNBhQ #harvardlawschool #hls #lawschooladmissions pic.twitter.com/dUyxMnWXMs — HLS J.D. Admissions (@hlsadmissions) September 30, 2019

Afternoon Briefs: A Michigan judge has tossed a murder charge against a 9-year-old boy; a judge in Washington, D.C., has stopped mystery proceedings after a classified hearing. https://t.co/kqhW1ysDiU — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 30, 2019

New Cleanlaw! Part 2 of our biofuels chat between @jonathanflewis of @cleanaircatf & @JosephGoffman . Find out what 5 lessons we've learned from a "policy that's reordered a significant sector of the economy with little to no environmental benefit" https://t.co/1Ge2DymFrc — HLS Environmental & Energy Law Program (@HarvardEELP) September 30, 2019

The former wife of slain law professor Daniel Markel testified Friday that she wasn’t involved in a plot to kill Markel, and she doesn’t know who killed him. https://t.co/X0knHpjbLi — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 30, 2019

A lawyer friend of Deputy Web Editor Jackson A. Thomas’ lawyer father shared this with them recently. The lawyer referenced a song in a motion to terminate the remaining balance of a defendant’s driver’s license suspension. This was the response. #mondaymusing #mickjagger pic.twitter.com/YPh14SxcJ6 — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 30, 2019

Historical Trends ( https://t.co/rOe7EIsGGX ) is a way to visualize how words are used in U.S. case law over time. Create a Historical Trends graph and let us know what you find! @HarvardLIL @hlslib @Harvard_Law https://t.co/Nb3EQ0TB0n — Caselaw Access Project (@caselawaccess) September 30, 2019

An Indiana lawyer who has filed multiple infringement suits over use of a skyline photo wasn’t able to prove that he actually owned the picture, federal jurors in Indianapolis ruled last Tuesday. https://t.co/bW9xuWmu79 #copyrightlaw — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 30, 2019

ICYMI: A Brazilian cat has become a lawyer: https://t.co/F7lHffuHTx — American Bar Association (@ABAesq) September 30, 2019

Our office has a Head Purr-a-legal who is in charge of staff motivation, a tip of the day on social media, & and client happiness. He offers free unscheduled consultations. pic.twitter.com/XjKxlxNWKN — Twyla Sketchley (@TLHElderLaw) September 30, 2019

The top ten things judges want from you: https://t.co/EiBtqO9Szp via @ABAGPSolo — American Bar Association (@ABAesq) September 30, 2019

Five principles for handling divorces cases successfully with civility: https://t.co/7nWj3JTu96 via @ABAGPSolo — American Bar Association (@ABAesq) September 30, 2019

Federal judges ruled against the Trump administration Friday in three cases challenging its plans to quickly deport some immigrants and detain others, including immigrant children. https://t.co/KXX3owOk8w #Trump #immigration — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 30, 2019

In this episode of Asked and Answered, Stephanie Francis Ward talks to New York CPA Gary DuBoff about how to live within your means, how to figure out your set costs, and how to budget with what’s left over. https://t.co/KUBEB5dGrT @sfw70II @LegalTalkNet @GMDNYC #AskedandAnswered — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 30, 2019

Unable to meet us on campus here @Harvard_Law or on the road this fall? We have a number of online information sessions offered over the coming weeks! Check out the full list, and register, here: https://t.co/82RtBXMS44 — HLS J.D. Admissions (@hlsadmissions) September 30, 2019

Hillary Clinton's Private Emailer Server Is Once Again Under Investigation NPR's Noel King talks to Greg Jaffe of The Washington Post about the State Department reviving a probe into current and former officials who sent then Secretary of State Hillary Clinton emails. Read more on NPR

Hillary Clinton's Emails Are Once Again Under Investigation NPR's Noel King talks to Greg Jaffe of The Washington Post about the State Department reviving an investigation of Hillary Clinton's emails. Read more on NPR

News Brief: Impeachment Inquiry, Clinton Email Probe, Hong Kong Protests The impeachment probe into President Trump kicks into high gear. The matter of Hillary Clinton's emails is not over. And, Hong Kong is on edge ahead of China's milestone anniversary on Tuesday. Read more on NPR

ICYMI: “We’re on the cutting edge with this program. This seems to be the new internet dot-com boom that we all saw unfold,” said John McMeekin II, chair-elect of the ABA Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section. https://t.co/PDHm0vzn0x @ABAesq @ABATIPS @amandasrobert — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 30, 2019

Samantha Power ’99 expressed both skepticism and hope for the current state of international affairs during a panel discussion of her new memoir, "The Education of an Idealist" https://t.co/s9ac06ZDtb — Harvard Law School (@Harvard_Law) September 30, 2019

ICYMI: Stephen King’s novella premiered as an adapted film that earned 7 Oscar nominations. The depictions of adjustment challenges of reentry have been referenced in several professional journals on incarceration. But what of the significance? https://t.co/Xr76MfxZf3 #YourVoice — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 29, 2019

MacArthur Fellow Recognized For Work In Restorative Justice NPR's Michel Martin speaks with sujatha baliga, who was awarded a MacArthur Fellowship last week, about her work in restorative justice. Read more on NPR

Rep. Joaquin Castro On Trump Impeachment Inquiry NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Congressman Joaquin Castro, a member of the House Intelligence Committee, about what's next in the impeachment inquiry. Read more on NPR

Harvard experts—including Charles Fried, Nancy Gertner, and Ronald Klain—explore the legal and political implications of trying to unseat Trump https://t.co/IUaiP1iObO — Harvard Law School (@Harvard_Law) September 29, 2019

ICYMI: “We think that while facial recognition technology use does need to be regulated,” says Frank Noto, president of Stop Crime SF, a community organization, but, he adds, “we favor a moratorium rather than a ban.” https://t.co/AhzbFS6ePj #technology @jtashea — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 29, 2019

The best places to practice in 2019: Should you choose a state that's already home to tons of attorneys? Or one that costs very little to buy a home? Or maybe in a state that boasts a high concentration of legal jobs? https://t.co/WSPFLAIVCs — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 29, 2019

Watch | @hlslib Book Talk with @lessig , Fidelity & Constraint: How the Supreme Court Has Read the American Constitution https://t.co/tsOUQXoFhT — Harvard Law School (@Harvard_Law) September 29, 2019

Sikh Deputy 'Trailblazer' Fatally Shot In Houston-Area Traffic Stop Sandeep Dhaliwal emerged as a symbol of religious diversity in law enforcement as the first Sikh to become a sheriff's deputy in Harris County. "He was a unifying symbol," a city official said. Read more on NPR

ICYMI: Julian Rankin recently spoke with ABA Journal Design Director Brenan Sharp about how Rankin came to meet Ed Scott and how his background in visual arts informs his writing. https://t.co/0JYH0ohrbq @BooksforLawyers @ArtByBrenan @LegalTalkNet #ModernLawLibrary #podcast — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 29, 2019

Arguments in the U.S. Supreme Court are not video-recorded, but you can watch many of its justices questioning oralists and presiding over cases—within the State of Ames https://t.co/92mHfpFZSa — Harvard Law School (@Harvard_Law) September 29, 2019

ICYMI: “There was just such great work from different perspectives going on at the ABA. President after president connected to this issue," says Seattle lawyer Casey Trupin. https://t.co/bdwXJuqTIV #ABA #MembersWhoInspire @amandasrobert @ABAesq @ctrupin — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 28, 2019

Dallas Police Officer Amber Guyger Expresses Deep Remorse In Murder Trial Testimony in the murder trial of former Dallas police officer Amber Guyger continued on Saturday. Read more on NPR

Professor Mark Tushnet reflects on the 1819 Supreme Court case that paved the way for the modern administrative state https://t.co/EXwT0lj9oi — Harvard Law School (@Harvard_Law) September 28, 2019

ICYMI: It’s time either Congress or #SCOTUS resolve this decadeslong uncertainty. Scraping publicly available information, regardless of a site’s terms of service or a cease-and-desist letter, is not a crime, says @jtashea . https://t.co/HIqIH5TgyE #LawScribbler @LawScribbler — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 28, 2019

Legal Rebel Gina Clayton-Johnson helps women who know what it’s like to have a family member locked up. "There’s a big problem with mass incarceration ... 1 in 4 women have a family member in prison." https://t.co/GHjeh1kmpO @LegalRebels @Harvard_Law @essie4justice #LegalRebels — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 28, 2019

New report from @HarvardFLPC on policy tools to include nutrition in U.S. medical training https://t.co/NDNa5iYA9H #DoctoringOurDiet pic.twitter.com/5KyqdA0ALz — Harvard Law School (@Harvard_Law) September 28, 2019

Afternoon Briefs: A judge overseeing nationwide opioid litigation refuses to step down; BigLaw firms and two law professors team up to fight climate change. https://t.co/7R9OK6S1gO — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 28, 2019

U.S. Justice Department Charges 35 People In Fraudulent Genetic Testing Scheme Doctors, labworkers and telemarketers from around the U.S. were among those arrested in the investigation of a scheme that the DOJ alleges defrauded seniors and Medicare. Read more on NPR

Report from @HLS_CJPP presents road map for court fee and fine reform https://t.co/tI7TvmLcG8 — Harvard Law School (@Harvard_Law) September 27, 2019

A San Antonio federal judge stormed out of his courtroom and sanctioned Department of Justice lawyers Wednesday after they refused to disclose the names of Air Force personnel who failed to alert the FBI that an airman had a domestic violence conviction. https://t.co/jDAKkexjRV pic.twitter.com/3edv1tjAAc — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 27, 2019

Store Owners Resist State Vaping Bans As 'A Death Sentence For Their Business' Facing a spate of illnesses linked with e-cigarettes, some states have temporarily banned selling various kinds of vaping items. But business owners who rely on those sales are pushing back in court. Read more on NPR

A San Antonio federal judge stormed out of his courtroom and sanctioned Department of Justice lawyers Wednesday after they refused to disclose the names of Air Force personnel who failed to alert the FBI that an airman had a domestic violence conviction. https://t.co/dsKfQViUQ8 — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 27, 2019

HLS scholars weigh in on the presidential impeachment inquiry https://t.co/0VAlJjtQUK — Harvard Law School (@Harvard_Law) September 27, 2019

Brother Of Slain Pakistani Social Media Star Gets Life For Her Murder Qandeel Baloch, seen as a feminist voice in conservative Pakistan, was murdered by her brother in 2016 in an apparent "honor killing." Read more on NPR

“It answers the question from the EEOC’s perspective,” former agency Commissioner Jenny R. Yang said. “If you’re excluding older workers from seeing your ads for jobs, it does violate” anti-discrimination laws. https://t.co/xK7lEhgwgW @propublica — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 27, 2019

“It is imperative that the #immigration courts become an Article 1 court in this country,” says Judy Perry Martinez, president of @ABAesq . #JudicialIndependence @PressClubDC pic.twitter.com/euxMb5VNkt — AILA (@AILANational) September 27, 2019

On July 11th, @ABAesq , @AILANational , @federalbar , and the National Association of Immigration Judges sent a letter to Congress urging them to establish an independent immigration court. Read more here: https://t.co/EwO2c1hLSh #ArticleICourt pic.twitter.com/qqrkiHrjAv — ABA insideWashington (@ABAGrassroots) September 27, 2019

When courts appoint a family member or friend as a guardian or conservator of an adult, the guardian is sometimes left with minimal training on their new role. Here are ten tips for guardians of older adults: https://t.co/tO2Xv5zaFR — American Bar Association (@ABAesq) September 27, 2019

Want to know more? Check out the ABA’s Profile of the Legal Profession: https://t.co/BLjbTzZ8kf pic.twitter.com/UEVtHKmKgX — American Bar Association (@ABAesq) September 27, 2019

“In my view, this is about a business relationship between an entire professional development firm and the taxpayers and residents of the town of Westport,” said Jim Marpe, the town’s Republican first selectman, in a special meeting last week. https://t.co/BUVKKUZRMF @propublica — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 27, 2019

A divided Pennsylvania Supreme Court decided Thursday that a farmer did not have to obey his township’s regulations when managing manure on his hog farm. https://t.co/6lyXfCk4cX — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 27, 2019

I enjoyed representing @ABAJournal and @ONAChicago and having a chance to meet and share a panel with @maudlynei , @BenBradleyTV , @NewsladyPam , @M1chaelNorris and Jeff Joseph at @BusinessWire ’s #meetthemedia event! We discussed the news biz and what makes a relevant story. pic.twitter.com/IZXBCE8Eo6 — Blair Chavis (@bchavis) September 26, 2019

A former Texas judge who was found guilty in July of accepting cash bribes in exchange for favorable court rulings has been sentenced to 5 years in prison. Former Hidalgo County District Judge Rodolfo “Rudy” Delgado received the sentence Wednesday. https://t.co/vX883hhXp7 #ethics — ABA Journal (@ABAJournal) September 27, 2019