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Steven Tyler Signs on as ‘American Idol’ Judge: Reports

The rumors about Steven Tyler being the next “American Idol” Judge are true, as reportedly, the Aerosmith’s singer signed a deal to become a judge on the reality show.E! news reported on Tuesday that "a very-inside source" confirmed that the frontman would indeed be at the the judges' table, where...

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What Is an Election Judge?

Voting is an important aspect in democratic elections. It provides a means of determining government officials through the participation of registered voting citizens. In order to ensure that voting goes smoothly and ensure that all the proper channels are passed through, there are people who...

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What Is a Verdict?

Derived from the Latin word verus dictum, which translates to “saying the truth”, verdict is the decision provided for by a judge or jury in a court trial. It is the resolution to a legal proceeding brought to a court of law. Its finality is dependent upon the ability of the litigants to appeal....

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What Is Adjudication?

The resolution of a litigation process or court trial is a judgment that is handed out by a judge, or in some cases, a jury. The process of arriving at this judgment is referred to as adjudication. However, adjudication can also mean a legally binding decision rendered by an empowered person or...

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What Is Judicial Activism?

The obligation or duty of a judge sitting in a court of law is to decide on matters based on a fair and impartial perspective with regards to the application of the law. However, there are instances when a judge makes a decision based on his or her own political ideologies or beliefs. When this...

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What Is a Judgment Debt?

There are instances when issues involving the validity of debt are brought before a court of law. Usually, this happens when a creditor seeks payment from a borrower. Thus, it becomes the duty of a judge to provide a decision as to whether the debt is indeed valid or not. This decision of validity...

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What Is a Judicial Restraint?

Judges are often viewed to be powerful individuals since they hold positions of authority and can exercise their own discretion when it comes to rendering judgment on court cases. Because of the importance of judges and the authority given to them, philosophies have been developed in order to ensure...

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Beavis and Butthead Comeback Possible

Beavis and Butthead comeback is possible.  An anonymous source has dished that Mike Judge may be bringing the iconic 90's cartoon back to live.  Talks are in process for 30 new episodes of the animated satrical comedy.  There is no certainty regarding the timing of Beavis and Butthead's...

Judge Roger Vinson Declares Obama Health Care Law Unconstitutional

Judge Roger Vinson Declares Obama Health Care Law Unconstitutional

Judge Roger Vinson, a federal judge in the northern district of Florida, has ruled Obama's Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act unconstitutional. On Monday, January 31, 2011, Judge Vinson voted against Obama's health care reform plan in a 78 page ruling and cited Obama's 2008 campaign promise...

Kara DioGuardi's a Helluva High Note Released, Spills American Idol and Sex Abuse Details

Kara DioGuardi's a Helluva High Note Released, Spills American Idol and Sex Abuse Details

Kara DioGuardi's memoir, entitled A Helluva High Note, has been released. The former American Idol judge details a behind the scene glimpse into her past, including the inner workings of the hit FOX show as a former judge and traumatic experiences with sexual abuse. In the memoir, released...