Articles by Brady Ciepcielinski, Former Features Editor

About Brady Ciepcielinski, Former Features Editor (16 Articles)

Brady Ciepcielinski served as the Features Editor of the Campbell Law Observer during the 2014-2014 school year. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Finance with a minor in History from Virginia Tech in 2012. Brady has previously worked for Chief Bankruptcy Judge Randy D. Doub; Cobin Law, PLLC; the North Carolina Office of the State Auditor; and Rogers Townsend & Thomas, PC of Charlotte. Brady graduated from Campbell Law School in May 2015.

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President Obama formally requests congressional permission to fight ISIL

February 23, 2015

The Obama Administration is seeking congressional approval of an order allowing the Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF) against the terrorist group ISIL. ...[Continue Reading]

Can America be at war without “boots on the ground?”

October 13, 2014

The White House claims there is no war against ISIS without combat troops on the ground. The death of a young Marine in the Persian Gulf complicates that position. ...[Continue Reading]

Congress giveth, and Congress taketh away

October 6, 2014

President Obama is using two decade-old congressional authorizations to justify military action against ISIS. Today's Congress is considering taking that power away. ...[Continue Reading]

The Legality of America’s Fight Against ISIS

September 29, 2014

President Obama and his administration are relying on the Authorization for the Use of Military Force (AUMF) as grounds for American involvement in Syria and Iraq. ...[Continue Reading]

New cellphone “unlocking law” benefits consumers

August 11, 2014

A new bill signed into law by President Obama will allow cell phone users to keep their phones if they decide to switch service providers. ...[Continue Reading]

Former UNC-Chapel Hill adviser sues for hostile work environment

July 14, 2014

Mary Willingham's research showing serious academic deficiencies among the university's student-athletes has resulted in a bitter fallout between herself and her former employer. ...[Continue Reading]

Will the new North Carolina fracking law be a source of jobs and energy or just another environmental crisis?

June 16, 2014

Those who are concerned with the possible negative environmental effects of the fracking process staunchly oppose the passage of the Energy Modernization Act, yet many laud the bill as a way to provide energy and jobs for North Carolinians. ...[Continue Reading]

How will Attorney General Roy Cooper affect North Carolina’s same-sex marriage ban?

June 3, 2014

Attorney General Roy Cooper must defend North Carolina’s Amendment One from attack, in spite of the fact that he personally opposes the same-sex marriage ban. ...[Continue Reading]

Increasing Litigation and Changing Attitudes Lead the Fight Against North Carolina’s Same-Sex Marriage Ban

May 27, 2014

The Complaint filed by the UCC against North Carolina’s same-sex marriage ban highlights the ongoing litigation and changing viewpoints that seem to be increasing since “Amendment One” was passed two years ago. ...[Continue Reading]

North Carolina Church Attempts to Fight State’s Gay Marriage Ban

May 20, 2014

The United Church of Christ has filed a complaint in regards to the unconstitutionality of “Amendment One,” as well as other statutes that prohibit clergy members from marrying same-sex couples in the state of North Carolina. ...[Continue Reading]

Toyota is slammed with a $1.2 billion fine. Is General Motors next?

April 15, 2014

After Attorney General Eric Holder levied the Department of Justice’s highest fine ever on an automobile company, many are asking whether the fine sets a precedent for similar situations involving consumer safety misinformation. ...[Continue Reading]

Duke Energy’s coal ash spill calls North Carolina politics into question

March 12, 2014

Duke Energy’s Coal Ash Spill that contaminated the Dan River raises questions about the balance between state regulation and the pro-business agenda of North Carolina leaders. ...[Continue Reading]

D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals disrupts FCC’s stance on “Net Neutrality” [Updated]

February 11, 2014

Updated February 20, 2014: FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler announced yesterday that he does not plan to seek further judicial review of the D.C. Circuit’s striking down a majority of the provisions of the FCC’s Open Internet rules. Wheeler stated that he intends to accept the D.C. ...[Continue Reading]

Kansas lawsuit aims to remove evolution from science standards

January 2, 2014

A new lawsuit filed by Citizens for Objective Public Education (COPE) aims to remove evolution from the curriculum in Kansas public schools. COPE’s self described objective is for children to “have the right to be objectively informed about controversial explanations that impact religious ...[Continue Reading]

Richie Incognito: Loose cannon or leader of a hostile work environment?

November 27, 2013

The Miami Dolphins seem to be caught in the middle of potential litigation regarding the lack of control over their locker room environment. ...[Continue Reading]

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