Case Studies

  • Supreme Court Insight On The ‘Lawrence v. Texas’ Decision (LGBTQ+

    In 2003, the U.S. Supreme Court delivered a historic ruling in Lawrence v. Texas, declaring laws criminalizing sodomy unconstitutional. This landmark case marked a significant victory for LGBTQ+ rights and privacy rights in America. The legal history surrounding laws against sexual acts not related to procreation stretches back centuries. Medieval English laws dating back to…

  • Hawkins v. McGee Case Summary (Contracts)

    Hawkins v. McGee, 84 N.H. 114, 146 A. 641 (1929), is a contract law case known to law students as the “Case of the Hairy Hand.” It is famous for its mention in the movie and novel “The Paper Chase” and is frequently taught in law school contracts courses. The question before the court was…

  • Civil Legal Aid Supports Federal Efforts To Help Prevent Domestic Violence

    The WH-LAIR Case Study below illustrates how civil legal aid supports federal efforts to serve the low-income and other vulnerable populations in various areas. It contain descriptions of common challenges faced by vulnerable populations, examples of federal responses to these challenges, and concrete examples of the ways in which civil legal aid meaningfully supports federal…

  • Landfill Closure and Redevelopment: Three Case Studies

    The case study delves into the often-overlooked aspect of landfill closure and post-closure use, mirroring the discussions surrounding urban redevelopment catalyzed by the Brownfields legislation. It explores the significant potential for positive reuse opportunities inherent in the proper closure and repurposing of solid waste landfills, particularly focusing on over 100 unlined landfills in Massachusetts. Through…