Bankruptcy filings fell sharply for the 12-month period ending Dec. 31, 2020, despite a significant surge in unemployment related to the coronavirus (COVID-19). Click Here To Read The Full Article
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Judiciary Addresses Cybersecurity Breach: Extra Safeguards to Protect Sensitive Court Records
After the recent disclosure of widespread cybersecurity breaches of both private sector and government computer systems, federal courts are immediately adding new security procedures to protect highly sensitive confidential documents filed with the courts. Click Here To Read The Full Article
Duff to Retire as Administrative Office Director; Judge Mauskopf Named as Successor
James C. Duff has announced he will retire as the director of the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts on Jan. 31. Chief Justice John G. Roberts, Jr., has appointed Chief Judge Roslynn R. Mauskopf, of the Eastern District of New York, as his successor, effective Feb. 1. Click Here To Read The Full Article
Chief Justice Roberts Issues 2020 Year-End Report
Chief Justice John G. Roberts, Jr., has issued his 2020 Year-End Report on the Federal Judiciary. Click Here To Read The Full Article
Judicial Security Legislation Stalls, Awaits Congressional Action in 2021
On Wednesday afternoon, the United States Senate considered but failed to act on the Daniel Anderl Judicial Security and Privacy Act of 2020, legislation that would enhance the security protections for federal judges nationwide. Click Here To Read The Full Article