George Nyavor
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Sophia Park has made history as the youngest person to pass the California bar exam, achieving the milestone at just 17 years and 8 months old. Her accomplishment, announced on November 8, 2024, surpasses the record previously held by her older brother, Peter Park, who passed the bar at 17 years and 11 months in…
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Busy law students may think they don’t have time to keep up with the legal industry as they maneuver school, assignments, and personal and professional obligations. We know it’s tough (we were there once ourselves), but you’ll benefit from following many of these legal publications, blogs, and podcasts as you prepare for your legal career.…
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On September 20, 2024, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 2424, a landmark bill aimed at strengthening protections for mortgage borrowers facing foreclosure. Set to take effect on January 1, 2025, the new law introduces critical changes to the foreclosure process, offering additional support and resources to homeowners in default. Mortgage lenders will need to…
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Marbury v. Madison (1803): The Case That Established Judicial Review and Shaped U.S. Legal Precedent
In 1803, a landmark U.S. Supreme Court case, Marbury v. Madison, established a crucial principle of American constitutional law: the power of judicial review. This case continues to shape the workings of the U.S. legal system today. To understand its importance, we must first look at the events that led up to the case, the…
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In 1927, the U.S. Supreme Court handed down a decision in Buck v. Bell that has since remained one of the most controversial in American legal history. The case centered around Carrie Buck, a young woman from Virginia who was forcibly sterilized after being diagnosed with “feeblemindedness.” The Case of Carrie Buck Carrie Buck’s story…
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Taxpayers, unite! Or not? That was the question in Frothingham v. Mellon, the 1923 Supreme Court decision that essentially told taxpayers that they don’t automatically get to play watchdog over federal spending—even when they’re footing the bill. The case might seem like an odd piece of legal history, but Frothingham remains a big deal in…
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The Case and Background In 1919, Abrams v. United States emerged as a seminal case on free speech, exploring the extent of government authority to limit dissent during wartime. Amidst World War I, five Russian immigrants in New York, including Jacob Abrams, were arrested under the 1917 Espionage Act. The group, anti-war activists who opposed…
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In a pivotal moment for economic regulation in the United States, the Supreme Court’s decision in Munn v. Illinois (1877) affirmed the authority of states to regulate private industries that serve the public interest. This case stemmed from Illinois legislation enacted in 1871, which established maximum rates that private companies could charge for storing and…
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Diddy’s current legal troubles, which include serious allegations such as sex trafficking, forced labor, and various forms of abuse, can draw some parallels to the notorious case of R. Kelly. Like Diddy, R. Kelly faced multiple accusations related to sexual misconduct and exploitation, culminating in a highly publicized trial that brought to light the systemic…
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CNN has announced the permanent ban of conservative commentator Ryan Girdusky following his inflammatory comments directed at journalist Mehdi Hasan during a live broadcast of “CNN Newsnight” hosted by Abby Phillip. The incident, which occurred during a discussion about comedian Tony Hinchcliffe’s contentious jokes, has drawn significant backlash and raised questions about civility in public…
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