Daring to go digital: drivers’ licenses get an upgrade
With the advent of new technology, the traditional plastic driver’s license could become a relic of the past. [...]
Privacy
Articles examining the issues affecting the reasonable expectation of privacy.
Look but don’t touch: Trump requests voter data, states and civil rights groups push back
The Presidential Advisory Commission on Election Integrity has received harsh criticism after requesting voter information from each state in order to investigate voter fraud during the November election. [...]
“Panama Papers” becomes largest data leak to date
After the release of over 11 million confidential documents, several world leaders and well-known organizations are having their financial practices closely scrutinized. [...]
Apex woman is the first charged under North Carolina’s new “revenge porn” law
With an Apex woman being the first to be charged under North Carolina’s new revenge porn law, what are the implications for future prosecutions under the law? [...]
Hogan’s trial redefines the line between public figure and private citizen
Terry Gene Bollea, more commonly known as “Hulk Hogan,” just won a tremendous award from the Sixth Judicial Circuit Court of the State of Florida totaling $140 million, and got a pretty crucial ruling – celebrities have substantial privacy rights. [...]
U.S. Is No Longer a Safe Harbor for EU Data
Safe Harbor, the agreement that allowed free exchange of data with EU countries, has been declared invalid by the European Union Court of Justice. [...]
Foreign Sovereign Immunity: A Shield for International Cybercrime Aimed At Economic Gain
Foreign sovereignties can currently commit acts of espionage against the United States without penalty by the federal government; however, a new bill seeking to amend the law will allow new sanctions against foreign hacker groups. [...]
Cheating Isn’t Cheap
A major dating site was hacked, and it is costing the site and its users more than just money. [...]
Digital revolution in the classroom—What protections are there for student privacy?
Two congressmen are proposing a bill to place limits on how education technology companies can use information about students. [...]
Drug Testing For Welfare Recipients: Constitutional Violation or Public Necessity?
The Fourth Amendment's protection against unreasonable searches and seizures prohibits suspicionless drug testing for welfare applicants. [...]
I Will Always Love You: The Importance of Advance Directives
Bobbi Kristina Brown's fight for life on a ventilator adds to the list of stories highlighting the need for all adults to execute advance directives. [...]
States disagree on abortion access laws
While sixteen states enacted additional restrictions on abortion in 2014, seventeen states increased access to contraceptives and abortion services. [...]
Judges find constitutional flaws in NC abortion law
The law compelling doctors to describe ultrasound images to patients unconstitutionally infringed upon their free speech rights. [...]
Forced ultrasound provision in NC abortion law struck down
Women seeking abortions will no longer be required to undergo an ultrasounds, but other restrictions will remain in place. [...]
One New Message: “You’re Going to Court!”
Social media has created new opportunities for libel, harassment, and even serious crimes. [...]
