Business gains, precedents hold

Article Abstract:

The US Supreme Court's 1991 term observed the principle of stare decisis in most of the cases involving business or commercial interests. Many of the decisions reflected the Court's desire to create specific rules rather than standards using weighted factors. The Court seemed intent on establishing an atmosphere promoting stability for economic reliance interests. Case reviewed include those involving state taxation powers, employers liability, business presence and discrimination forbidden under the Commerce Clause.

Stare decisis

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Business docket brings justices into unanimity: a rather evenhanded court often found agreement on important, but everyday, business issues

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The 1995 US Supreme Court term was a relatively good one for business, with several important rulings either partially or completely in its favor. The court voted unanimously or with only one dissent in 21 such cases. The most important business victory came in Curtiss-Wright v Schoonejongen, establishing the validity of using conventional language to amend a health benefits plan for retirees. The biggest losses came in North Star Steel v Thomas and Babbitt v Sweet Home Chapter of Communities for a Great Oregon.

United States, Interpretation and construction, Consumer protection, Labor law, Employee dismissals, Employment terminations, Employment at will

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Business had winning record

Article Abstract:

Business interests were the victors in most of the business related cases heard by the Supreme Court during its 1992-93 term. Business enjoyed victories in cases concerning antitrust, commercial speech, employment discrimination and federal taxation. While business may have won most cases, the court's decisions did little to clarify and stabilize legislation that could be termed pro-business. A review of the pertinent issues and Supreme Court cases relating to business is included.

Antitrust law, Employment discrimination

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