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before the court



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Chief Justice John Roberts also asked Russell if, should Boulder County prevail before the court, there would be “at least 50” new lawsuits the “next day,” filed by “a municipality in every single state.”

From Slate ● Oct. 5, 2026

Until now he had appeared before the court by video link and then skipped multiple hearings.

From BBC ● Sep. 16, 2026

If you decline before the court appoints you, you simply do not file a petition for letters testamentary.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 7, 2026

Judges and lay juries decide cases—whether this company wronged this plaintiff, on the record and before the court.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 19, 2026

They stared at the money as if they could mentally conjure another $260 before the court hearing at noon.

From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool


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