The ACLU obtained a settlement on behalf of a Hmong family whose son was autopsied against their religious beliefs; this case was cited by Congress in passing the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, and by the General Assembly in enacting a similar state law, two years later.
Yang v. Sturner
Attorney(s)
Amato DeLuca & Sandra Blanding
Date filed
January 3, 1990
Status
Closed
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