In a new case that reminds federal judges everywhere to sing “I’ve got the power!” like C&C Music Factory, the Fifth Circuit reiterates that federal courts can stay related state court actions if necessary to “protect or effectuate” an order compelling arbitration. American Family Life Assurance Co. of Columbus v. Biles, __ F.3d __, 2013 WL 1809766 (5th Cir. April 30, 2013).
The underlying facts of the case highlight a tragically dysfunctional family. An adult homosexual man named...
