Appellate Practice
Jun. 30, 1999
In 1998-99 Term, Federalism Falls to Rights of the States
WASHINGTON - Although the Supreme Court in its 1998-99 term generated a paltry number of decisions, it dramatically affected the law. Before adjourning for the summer last Wednesday - its earliest finish in 30 years - the justices issued only 75 signed opinions. That tied the modern record for low output, set three terms ago. But their rulings on state sovereignty, along with their interpretation of the Americans With Disabilities Act, are likely to have long-standing implications.
Before adjourning for the summer last Wednesday - its earliest finish in 30 years - the justices issued only 75 si...
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