U.S. Supreme Court

Supreme Court Rejects Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac Investors’ Claims
The Economy

Supreme Court Rejects Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac Investors’ Claims

But the Court said the plaintiffs could seek remedy on the part of their lawsuit that argues the FHFA's structure was unconstitutional.
By Vincent Ryan | June 23, 2021
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High Court to Review Fannie-Freddie Dispute
Risk & Compliance

High Court to Review Fannie-Freddie Dispute

At stake is the arrangement under which Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have transferred their profits to the Treasury Department.
By Matthew Heller | July 10, 2020
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High Court Hears Dispute Over ‘Ill-Gotten Gains’
Risk & Compliance

High Court Hears Dispute Over ‘Ill-Gotten Gains’

The justices appeared skeptical that the SEC exceeded its powers by obtaining a $27 million disgorgement order against a California couple.
By Matthew Heller | March 4, 2020
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U.S. Supreme Court Sides With ERISA Plaintiff
Risk & Compliance

U.S. Supreme Court Sides With ERISA Plaintiff

The ruling in a case against Intel could make it easier for retirement plan beneficiaries to sue administrators for investing plan funds imprudently.
By Matthew Heller | February 27, 2020
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High Court Rejects Extension of Citizens United
Risk & Compliance

High Court Rejects Extension of Citizens United

The Supreme Court denied review of a First Amendment challenge to Massachusetts' ban on corporations making direct contributions to political campaigns.
By Matthew Heller | May 21, 2019
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High Court Clears Way for Suits Against GM
Risk & Compliance

High Court Clears Way for Suits Against GM

The automaker lost its bid for review of a lower court ruling that exposes it to liability for injuries resulting from an ignition-switch defect.
By Matthew Heller | April 25, 2017
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High Court Sides With Businesses in Privacy Case
Technology

High Court Sides With Businesses in Privacy Case

Consumers must show "concrete" harm when consumer reporting agencies publish inaccurate information about them, the court rules on a 6-2 vote.
By Matthew Heller | May 16, 2016
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