[ad_1] This isn’t the first time the Supreme Court has dealt with the issue. In 2015, the court refused to hear an appeal over the 2014 decision and sent the issue back to a lower court. In statements to the Supreme Court, Oracle claimed that Google’s use of Java snippets was the “epitome of copyright […]
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Federal judge rules suspicionless device searches at the border are illegal
[ad_1] Casper also rejected the government’s claim that suspicionless searches would cause minimal harm, noting that agents could both look at past searches and were more likely to search people if there had already been a search before. The ACLU and EFF filed the lawsuit on behalf of 11 travelers (all but one of which […]
New York Supreme Court dismisses Uber’s challenge to vehicle caps
[ad_1] Uber told Engadget it was “disappointed” with the outcome, claiming that it “punishes” drivers who are obligated to rent cars. In the past, it has argued that the caps would hurt outer boroughs (with less access to mass transit) and wouldn’t fix NYC’s problems with traffic congestion. It’s not shocking that the Supreme Court […]
Tesla may open ‘Centers’ to get around pro-dealership laws
[ad_1] The company is reportedly implementing the approach to make the most of its EV output. While Tesla delivered a record 97,000 cars in the third quarter of 2019, it also had 3,000 cars sitting in inventory. The Centers might reduce that inventory by offering a “continuous flow” of vehicles to delivery centers. We’d add […]
Justice Department sets rules for using genealogy sites to solve crimes
[ad_1] The policy generally limits law enforcement to considering genealogy sites when a candidate sample belongs to a possible culprit, or when a likely homicide victim is unidentified. Prosecutors can greenlight the use of these sites for violent crimes beyond murder and sexual assault, but only when the circumstances create a “substantial and ongoing threat” […]
Uber sues NYC over vehicle caps
[ad_1] Mayor Bill de Blasio’s office defended the measures, which were intended to reduce traffic and clear streets for buses, bikes and pedestrians. A spokesperson contended that the moves were both legal and provide “needed relief” to both NYC streets and existing drivers. Uber and rivals like Lyft have acknowledged that their services can make […]
California governor signs labor law meant to fix the gig economy
[ad_1] The law will take effect January 1st, 2020. As with many forms of legislation, the reality is more complicated. Numerous companies have pushed for exemptions to AB 5, and there are concerns this may hurt flexibility for some workers. They may have to work a minimum number of hours at regular times instead of […]
California bill may fill data gaps in the criminal justice system
[ad_1] The bill is still waiting for the governor’s signature, but it could substantially boost California’s attempts at justice reform. Right now, the state’s approach to data varies widely from region to region. This would ensure that pre-trial decisions and sentencing are based on complete data, and would ensure that an arrest doesn’t stay on […]
US investigates escort and massage sites over human trafficking
[ad_1] All three sites might also be linked to one man, David Azzato. While the Swiss businessman has denied running any sites in the US and claimed to have cut ties with Eros and Rubmaps, investigators believe he’s still involved based on evidence. While Rubmaps changed from a .com address to .ch after the Backpage […]
New York state bans sales of flavored e-cigarettes
[ad_1] The state is simultaneously stepping up enforcement against retailers who sell to underage buyers, including undercover investigations that will have underage volunteers trying to buy e-cigs. He’s also moving forward legislation that aims to ban “deceptive marketing” of e-cigs to teens and kids. The moves come on top of previous crackdowns, including the passing […]