Ninth Circuit Opening Brief In Appeal Of Ruling That Removal To Federal Court Waives Immunity

This story was filed on October 22, 2014

Here is the opening brief in Bodi v. Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians: Shingle Springs Opening Brief Here are some excerpts: Because Indian tribes are sovereigns preexisting the United States and its Constitution, they may be sued only where … Continue reading →read more

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