The Two-Year J.D. Program: A Critical Option for Some Students
Summary: This success story and others like it prove that the two-year J.D. program is here to stay and beneficial…
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The Glass-Steagall Act: What You Need to Know
Summary: The Glass-Steagall Act was mentioned several times during last night's Democratic debates. In case you're rusty on the now-repealed banking law,…
Lawyer Argues Psychedelic Drugs Are a Human Right
Summary: One attorney is arguing everyone should have the right to explore the depths of their own minds, even if it…
Obama Lightens Up on Encrypted Data Law
Summary: The Obama administration has relented in its efforts to gain access to user smartphones, but many think the debate…
Steven Tyler to Donald Trump: Stop Using Our Song
Summary: Steven Tyler’s legal team has warned Donald Trump he must stop using Aerosmith’s song “Dream On” in his campaign.…
Bill Cosby Testifies for 7 Hours
Summary: Bill Cosby was deposed for 7 hours on Friday in conjunction with the civil sexual abuse case against him. According…
BP to Pay $138 Million in Attorney Fees
Summary: Attorney fees in the Deepwater Horizon oil disaster case have reached $138 million. According to Bloomberg, BP’s settlement with…
Supreme Court Prepares to Hear Historic Cases
Summary: Justices are set to hear a number of controversial issues in the Supreme Court's new term. Brace yourself for…
NY District Attorney Prohibits Prosecutors from Keeping Guns
Summary: A ban on keeping guns, even at home, has sparked outcry at the Nassau County District Attorney’s Office. According…
Over Four Thousand Legal Jobs Added in September
Summary: Around 4,700 jobs were added to the legal sector in September. According to American Lawyer, the legal sector gained…
Suit Claims Man Fired for ‘Flatulence,’ Foul Stench
Summary: A woman claims her husband suffered discrimination when he was fired for passing too much gas after he underwent…
Nearly 200 Class Action Suits Filed Against Volkswagen
Summary: Since Volkswagen revealed it manipulated numbers on emissions tests last month, close to 200 class action lawsuits have been filed…