When the Judiciary Tries to Teach the Legislature a Lesson: Leandro v. State
Three decades, five cases, and one unfinished fight for education equity in North Carolina. [...]
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Amazon’s Antitrust Accusations
The Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”), 18 state attorney generals, and Puerto Rico have filed a complaint against Amazon in the Western District of Washington, claiming that Amazon holds a monopoly in the e-commerce business and engages in anti-competitive conduct. [...]
President Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Order is Teed Up for the Supreme Court
President Trump’s executive order challenging birthright citizenship is teed up for consideration by the U.S. Supreme Court, where the justices will likely determine whether it aligns with or contradicts the longstanding interpretation of the Fourteenth Amendment. [...]
Silent Suffering: The Overlooked Crisis of Emotional Elder Abuse
Emotional elder abuse is a devastating yet often invisible form of mistreatment that strips older adults of their dignity, security, and mental well-being through manipulation, humiliation, isolation, and coercion—often at the hands of those they trust the most. [...]
FACE Act Under Heightened Scrutiny as President Trump Pardons Pro-Life Advocates
Since Dobbs, the number of pro-life activists being prosecuted for violations of the 18 U.S.C. § 248 Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act saw a marked uptick under the Biden Administration. After a wave of pardons by President Trump, important legal questions remain unanswered as Congress seeks to overturn the FACE Act. [...]
The “Glamorous Façade” of High Fashion: A Path Towards the New York’s Fashion Workers Act
There are a handful of big-name models like Naomi Campbell, Kate Moss, Tyra Banks, Heidi Klum, Gigi Hadid, Ashley Graham, and Kendall Jenner who are making millions in their supermodel careers. However, this is a rare, narrowly shared experience among models. The Fashion Workers Act is aimed at closing this economic disparity and granting equal protection for all models. [...]
How Long is Too Long?
Stopping a vehicle for speeding, writing a ticket, and sending that person on their way is on the “simple” side of the spectrum. Complexity arises with continued questioning, K’9’s, or asking drivers to step out of their vehicles. These additional factors suddenly create a growing issue: how long is too long for a traffic stop? [...]
Racial Disparities in Capital Punishment: How Prosecutorial Power and Jury Selection Influence Death Penalty Sentencing
Justice is supposed to be blind – administered to everyone equally without regard to race or ethnicity. Yet, justice often turns a blind eye to the racial disparities within the courtroom and prisons nationwide. [...]
Natural Law and Its Discontents
Despite suggestions that natural law theory is on the decline, recent press and political statements have suggested that the opposite is true: natural law theory is alive and well in American politics. [...]
The Legal World Behind Podcasts
In 2024 alone, more than 30 million podcast episodes were published, and over 500 million people were recorded as active listeners of podcasts. Needless to say, podcasts have become a very popular form of digital entertainment. [...]
Style on Trial: How A Hermès Handbag Became the Center of an Antitrust Lawsuit
An exploration of the unexpected legal drama surrounding one of the most iconic handbags on the luxury market. [...]
The Older Americans Act: A Renewed Commitment to Aging Independently
Aging is part of life, but with the right support, older adults can thrive with independence and dignity. The Older Americans Act (OAA) ensures seniors receive essential resources while fostering connections that strengthen communities. [...]
Lights, Camera, Contracts: The Legal Side of Reality TV
Watching reality TV has low stakes, but making it on a reality TV show is a competitive process. However, in the slim chance someone does make it on a show, the participant will be asked to sign a legally binding contract. [...]
The Expense of Online Law Databases
Access to a legal database is essential to a lawyer, as lawyers must consult case law, statutes, and secondary sources to represent a client efficiently. Read for a comparison of the top two competing databases. [...]
Who Owns It? Heirs’ Property in North Carolina
Discussing the history of inherited property, the modern issues, and potential solutions. [...]