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The article, by Ashley R. Williams and Josh Campbell, highlights the fact that Missouri lacks key gun violence prevention laws and that the State has repealed a purchase permit law, leading to a rise in gun homicides. The writers argue that
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The article highlights the financial challenges Black law school students face, with statistics showing they incur significantly higher debt than white counterparts. The article aims to alleviate this burden by compiling scholarships, fellowships, and pipeline programs for Black students. These initiatives aim to address the disparities in higher education affordability for Black law students. ***…
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The decision issued on Friday, Feb. 16, 2024 by Justice Arthur F. Engoron in the civil fraud case against former President Donald Trump grants the following relief: The current independent, external monitor will continue to oversee the company’s financial dealings and ensure this fraud cannot continue. Click here to upload a copy of the decision…
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The article, by Christina R. Fritsch, delves into the complex relationship between lawyers and marketing technology adoption within law firms. Amidst a hyper-competitive legal landscape, where firms demand skill adaptation and technological integration, unwillingness to embrace marketing technology persists among legal professionals. The article outlines practical steps to enhance adoption and utilization of marketing technology,…
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Judge Jennifer J. Mitchell has ruled to move the trial of two men accused of killing rapper Young Dolph outside of Memphis due to overwhelming media attention surrounding the case. The pivotal ruling comes in response to a change of venue motion filed by Justin Johnson’s lawyer, Luke Evans, who argued that the intense media…
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Lawyers are high achievers by necessity. To succeed in the competitive, pressure-filled legal industry, successful attorneys have exceptional work ethic and perseverance. But that heightened capacity, unfortunately, also applies to increasing levels of lawyer stress. While any career in legal inevitably comes with some level of stress, an abundance of stress can negatively impact your…
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This informative article delves into the complex world of impaired driving, providing a detailed exploration of its definitions, legal nuances, and the key differences between DUI (Driving Under the Influence) and DWI (Driving While Impaired). The piece emphasizes the variations in state laws, shedding light on the consequences individuals might face, including license suspension, fines,…
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In this insightful analysis titled “The Role Of Courts In Addressing Homelessness,” legal scholar Leena Dai unravels a legal saga that unfolded in Sacramento, pitting the District Attorney’s office against City Hall over the city’s homelessness crisis. Documented in stern letters, the contentious exchange culminated in a lawsuit by District Attorney Thien Ho, accusing the…
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The recent Supreme Court case, Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, marked a significant turning point in the legal landscape surrounding abortion rights in the United States. Justice Alito, in justifying the decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey, emphasized a return to democratic principles, arguing that the issue of abortion…
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Sophia M. Hunt, a doctoral student at Stanford University and Juris Doctor candidate at Harvard Law School, has been elected as the 138th president of the Harvard Law Review. Hunt, succeeding Apsara A. Iyer, brings a wealth of interdisciplinary knowledge and a commitment to insightful legal scholarship to her new role. Hunt, a graduate of…
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