What to know about abortion lawsuits being heard in US courts this week

When the U.S. Supreme Court undid the nationwide right to abortion last year, it did not remove the issue from the courts.

Instead, it opened a new frontier of litigation, with states passing their own restrictions and opponents challenging them in courts across the country.

This week, three state courts are hearing arguments on abortion, including a request in Texas that could establish a new legal approach for women who are seeking immediate access to the procedure because of pregnancy complications.

Some things to know about the cases:

TEXAS WOMAN ENDS QUEST FOR ABORTION IN-STATE

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