Lochner v. New York

1905Vote: 5-4Commerce

Key Facts

Year Decided
1905
Vote
5-4
Category
Commerce

Summary

Struck down a state law limiting bakers' working hours, citing "liberty of contract."

Began the Lochner era of striking down labor protections.

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