Jury Says The New York Times Defamed Alabama Basketball Player With Incorrect Story About Shooting

The player's attorney said he was pleased with the decision and believes “this verdict will improve journalism throughout the country.”

Appeals Court Overturns $8.2 Million Defamation Win for Roy Moore

The 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that Moore failed to prove the organization acted with malice, one of the legal standards for cases involving public figures.

Spanish-Language Reporter in Tennessee Is Released From Immigration Detention on Bond

Several press associations have put forth their own legal brief, warning of potential pitfalls from arresting reporters who are not U.S. citizens.

Alabama Can’t Prosecute Groups Who Help Women Travel To Get an Abortion, Federal Judge Says

The judge's ruling declared that such prosecutions would violate both the First Amendment and a person’s right to travel.

Alabama, Civic Groups Spar Over Law Restricting Assistance With Absentee Ballot Applications

Organizations challenging the Alabama law said it infringes on free speech rights and is unconstitutionally vague about what type of conduct would be illegal.

Conservative States Challenge Federal Rule on Treatment of Transgender Students

Several Republican state attorneys general are arguing that the new policies would hurt women and girls, trample free speech rights and create burdens for the states.

Alabama Lawmakers Advance Bill That Could Lead to Prosecution of Librarians

Opponents argued the proposal would threaten librarians with criminal prosecution if community members disagreed with their decisions on books and programs.

Small Business Reporting Requirement Found Unconstitutional by Alabama Federal Judge

The National Small Business Association argued that the reporting rule violates the Constitution's privacy and free-speech protections.