Can a federal Act pre-empt a State supreme court ruling?
I agree with Attorney Harrington. You can either appeal at the end, or petition the USSC for a hearing (which will likely fail).
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I agree with Attorney Harrington. You can either appeal at the end, or petition the USSC for a hearing (which will likely fail).
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I'm sure it would.
What is your question?