The oral argument in Sturgeon v. Frost confirmed our suspicions that it is a complicated and difficult case. Throughout the argument, the Justices stumbled over their questions, and the back and forth ...

As we mentioned earlier in this series, one of the goals of these articles is to help forum members separate productive debates from flame wars. If this our goal, we have an obvious challenge: what do ...

For regulars at Ars Technica, the forums are as much a part of the site’s identity as the articles. And where there are forums, there are flame wars. The BattleFront is infamous for its contentious ...

Type to search articles, cases, and authors. Press ↵ to view all results. On Wednesday, March 28, the Supreme Court holds its third day of hearings on constitutional issues surrounding the new federal ...

"Thus, closing arguments tend to have a recognizable spine: praise for the jury's dedication and diligence, a few personal touches designed to show a common history and shared values, a selective ...

Today's column is the third and final installment of a three-part series intended to help readers understand and hopefully avoid some of the most troublesome pitfalls lurking in appellate practice.

As a teaching tool, these arguments are often about students learning to support claims with evidence. Intro: Hook and thesis Point One: First claim & support Point Two: Second claim & support Point ...

Arguments are a part of life, and navigating them effectively can often feel like an art. One subtle yet powerful tool in winning an argument is the phrase "part of me." When used thoughtfully, this ...

The possibility of avoiding arguments in the face of differing viewpoints depends on whether the intentions are grounded in a commitment to control and dominate, or to create mutual understanding. Put ...