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. ...[Continue Reading]
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The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: The Evolution of Enforcement
After a slow start, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act has become one of the biggest sources of fines collected by the U.S. Department of Justice. ...[Continue Reading]
Accusations of racial profiling cause tension on college campuses
Colleges struggle to strike a balance between respecting students' rights and helping campus police departments do their job. ...[Continue Reading]
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. ...[Continue Reading]
Catching high drivers could get easier with a new test
A Washington State University Professor is attempting to develop the marijuana equivalent of a breathalyzer which may substantially aid law enforcement in DWI stops. ...[Continue Reading]
Islamic Banking: How to Make a Profit on Interest-Free Loans
Islamic banking institutions need to get creative in order to get around Sharia law's restrictions on traditional banking. ...[Continue Reading]
One New Message: “You’re Going to Court!”
Social media has created new opportunities for libel, harassment, and even serious crimes. ...[Continue Reading]
Why is it so hard to indict police?
Grand jurors’ tendency to trust law enforcement officials and the ability of government attorneys to present evidence in a positive light contributes to difficulties in indicting police officers. ...[Continue Reading]
Death Row Inmates: A Product of Free Will or Mental Illness?
The Supreme Court of the United States is set to hear another case that seeks to protect mentally ill inmates from execution. ...[Continue Reading]
Real Housewives of New Jersey star sues former lawyer for $5 million
Does Teresa Giudice have anyone but herself to blame for her recent legal woes? ...[Continue Reading]
Doxing: A Legal Violation of Privacy
Doxing is the practice of compiling someone’s information from the internet and releasing it to cause harm. In most cases, it is (almost) perfectly legal. ...[Continue Reading]
It’s my right to trial and I’ll waive it if I want to!
What are the potential benefits and consequences of North Carolina’s recently passed jury trial waiver amendment? ...[Continue Reading]
Corporate Inversion: Exploring the Political and Economic Phenomenon
In a practice called "corporate inversion," American companies fleeing high corporate tax rates seek to reincorporate overseas. ...[Continue Reading]
Working While Pregnant: What Accommodations Must Be Made for Pregnant Workers?
The U.S. Supreme Court will soon decide whether employers must provide special accommodations for pregnant employees. ...[Continue Reading]
Gay Rights v. Religious Rights: Can public officials deny marriage licenses to gay couples?
Some magistrates argue they should not be required to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples because doing so would interfere with their religious beliefs. ...[Continue Reading]
