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What Does It Means to Divest in the Police?
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- Written by Dan Sabbatino
Legislative proposals and policy reforms sparked by the death of George Floyd have taken on a new, unprecedented form—calls to “divest” in the police. Depending on who is making the pitch, or how they care to present it, sometimes that’s also described as “defunding” or “dismantling” the police, among other monikers. In other cases, it looks more like reallocation than elimination.
Read more...Diverse Jury Pool Among Challenges Courts Face Amid Reopening
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- Written by Dan Sabbatino
As many facets of society begin to reopen from COVID-19 stay-at-home orders, courtrooms are poised to play a major role in a shaping the rest of the post-coronavirus world. However, some are concerned the transition might be a little bumpy, especially when it comes to hosting jury trials.
Read more...Gearing Up for Law School Looks a Little Different Than It Did Before
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- Written by Dan Sabbatino
The Law School Admission Council (LSAC) has taken the unprecedented step to offer the LSAT exam remotely, as in-person exams have become increasingly difficult during the COVID-19 health crisis.
Read more...Senators, Advocates Look to Ensure 'EdTech' is Playing Fair with Student Privacy
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- Written by Dan Sabbatino
Lawmakers and legal advocates are calling for guarantees that children will be protected from unwarranted invasions of their privacy as they have been forced online for their basic education needs.
Read more...Quarantines, Bicyclists Top April Verdicts
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- Written by Dan Sabbatino
From quarantines to moral lectures in the courtroom, here are some notable verdicts from April.
Read more...Katy Perry, Flipping Off The Police Among Top March Verdicts
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- Written by Dan Sabbatino
From #MeToo to girlfriends aiding in murder, here are some notable verdicts from March.
Read more...Pompeo: ICC War Crimes Investigation 'Breathtaking' Political Hit Job
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- Written by Dan Sabbatino
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has authorized an investigation into purported war crimes and “crimes against humanity” regarding military action in Afghanistan, including actions by U.S. forces.
Read more...Weinstein, Peloton, and Trump Associates Top February Verdicts
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- Written by Dan Sabbatino
From ex-movie moguls to blockbuster mergers, here are some of the most notable verdicts from last month.
Read more...Apple's Patent Infringement and Immigration Law Among Top January Verdicts
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- Written by Progressive Law Practice
From U.S. immigration policy to stolen Wi-Fi technology, here are some of the most notable verdicts from January.
Read more...New ABA Prez Calls for 'Independent Judiciary'
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- Written by Dan Sabbatino
Judy Perry Martinez said the American Bar Association (ABA) will continue to defend the "integrity of democratic institutions" and "stand up for an independent judiciary." Now that she has been named the trade group's 143rd president, she says she's in a prime position to ensure those goals.
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