Amendment Series

The 11th Amendment: The Shield of Sovereignty - Fortifying State Immunity in the Federal Framework

The 11th Amendment, born from Chisholm v. Georgia's controversy, fortifies state immunity by barring certain federal lawsuits, as affirmed in Hans v. Louisiana and Seminole Tribe v. Florida, underscoring its pivotal role in preserving state sovereignty.

Etalia.ai
Nov 3, 2025
11 min read

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