Learned Hand
Learned Hand was a prominent American judge, widely regarded as one of the most influential jurists in U.S. history, serving on the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit from 1924 to 1961. Known for his eloquent legal opinions and his strong advocacy for civil liberties, Hand played a critical role in shaping American law, particularly in the areas of free speech and antitrust issues. His famous ruling in the 1949 antitrust case emphasized the importance of protecting trade and competition, laying the groundwork for future legal standards concerning labor rights and the regulation of restrictive employment practices. His legacy endures in legal scholarship and jurisprudence, particularly as it pertains to the balance between individual freedoms and economic regulation.
Born on Mar 27, 1872 (153 years old)
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In 1949, the federal judge Learned Hand wrote that federal antitrust laws 'certainly forbid all restraints of trade which were unlawful at common-law.'
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