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Quotation from Pierce v. Society of Sisters by Supreme Court of the United States
“Prevention of impending injury by unlawful action is a well-recognized function of courts of equity.”
Pierce v. Society of Sisters, Opinion of the Court (Justice McReynolds) (U.S. Reports text (Wikisource))
Justice McReynolds rejects the argument that the suits were brought too early.
Citation: "Prevention of impending injury by unlawful action is a well-recognized function of courts of equity." — Supreme Court of the United States, Pierce v. Society of Sisters, Opinion of the Court (Justice McReynolds) (U.S. Reports text (Wikisource)). (id pierce-v-society-of-sisters-q6)
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