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Tech journalist, represented by RCFP attorneys, forces disclosure of X Corp.’s investors
RCFP attorneys represented journalist Jacob Silverman in his successful effort to unseal a list of X Corp.’s shareholders.
August 22, 2024
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On the Docket: A primer on rules governing cameras in courtroom
RCFP's Paul McAdoo answers common questions about rules concerning recording devices in Tennessee state courtrooms.
February 20, 2024
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Paul McAdoo
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Why is it so hard to access court filings?
A new Supreme Court feature allows anyone to subscribe for email docket alerts.
January 16, 2024
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Emily Hockett
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On the Docket: News outlets should not be shy about seeking access to sealed court records
It’s important to be skeptical of attempts to seal court records.
March 7, 2023
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Paul McAdoo
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Troubling decision on ‘standing’ marks departure from norm in court access cases
The right of access to court documents does not depend on the concreteness of the requester’s planned use for them.
February 6, 2023
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Emily Hockett
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RCFP’s 2022 year in review
From increasing protections for press freedom to expanding support for local news, 2022 was another successful year for RCFP.
December 16, 2022
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Reporters Committee
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Government can’t keep surveillance orders secret, district court rules in RCFP case
A federal district court's ruling in a case litigated by RCFP attorneys is a significant victory for transparency.
December 12, 2022
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Grayson Clary
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County clerk’s office in Pennsylvania agrees to improve access to criminal court records
RCFP attorneys helped five newsrooms settle a lawsuit challenging how the York County Clerk of Courts handled access to records.
October 14, 2022
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Chris Young
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Unsealed court records reveal extortion allegations targeting Penn State University football players
The records were made public hours after local news outlets, represented by RCFP attorneys, sought to intervene in the case.
July 18, 2022
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Reporters Committee
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RCFP, PNA letter to Pennsylvania Supreme Court highlights barriers to accessing court records
A coalition led by RCFP, PNA raises concerns about restrictions on public access to criminal court records in several counties.
May 24, 2022
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