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The Department of Education Smackdown: Risks and Realities
KIMBERLY COHEN—As President Trump takes office, his proposal to eliminate the Department of Education has become a contentious element of his policy agenda. He bases this proposal on longstanding conservative critiques of federal overreach in education and claims the current system indoctrinates “young people with inappropriate racial, sexual, and political material.” Dismantling the Department of […]
Cleared for Takeoff: Boeing Machinists End Strike and Secure New Labor Deal
LAUREN MEEHAN—On September 13, 2024, approximately 33,000 Boeing machinists went on strike after rejecting a tentative contract negotiated by Boeing and their union representatives. These machinists build Boeing’s bestselling airliner, the 737 Max, among other aircraft for the company. The majority of the machinists on strike are members of District 751 of the International Association […]
The Department of Education Smackdown: Risks and Realities
KIMBERLY COHEN—As President Trump takes office, his proposal to eliminate the Department of Education has become a contentious element of his policy agenda. He bases this proposal on longstanding conservative critiques of federal overreach in education and claims the current system indoctrinates “young people with inappropriate racial, sexual, and political material.” Dismantling the Department of […]
Cleared for Takeoff: Boeing Machinists End Strike and Secure New Labor Deal
LAUREN MEEHAN—On September 13, 2024, approximately 33,000 Boeing machinists went on strike after rejecting a tentative contract negotiated by Boeing and their union representatives. These machinists build Boeing’s bestselling airliner, the 737 Max, among other aircraft for the company. The majority of the machinists on strike are members of District 751 of the International Association […]
Up in Smoke: What Happens to Prior Arrests & Convictions When Marijuana is Legalized?
AARON RISSMAN—Marijuana legalization—for medicinal or recreational purposes—has been a hot-button issue during the past few election cycles. This cycle was no different. Both major party candidates “voiced support for easing restrictions around the drug and reclassifying it as a less dangerous substance”; and four states—Florida, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota—had marijuana on the ballot. […]
Reasonable Hourly Rates Within Reason: Determining Big Law Attorney’s Fees in South Florida
QUINTEN DODSON SMITH—In recent years, South Florida has seen an unprecedented explosion of economic growth, namely from businesses, professionals, and capital migrating since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. From Big Tech to financial services firms, the area has attracted an ever-growing corporate presence due to its unique lifestyle and climate, business-friendly taxes, […]
Robert Roberson: Martyr or Murderer?
ZOË RANEY—On October 17, 2024, the Texas Supreme Court suddenly halted the execution of Robert Roberson with less than two hours to spare. Roberson had been on death row in Texas for the murder of his two-year-old daughter, who died in 2002, purportedly from Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS). The Texas Supreme Court’s action came as […]
Public Health or Political Propaganda? Florida Supreme Court Dismisses DeSantis Anti-Abortion Spending Suit
EMILY LOPEZ—After the landmark Dobbs decision, abortion rights have become one of the nation’s most contentious legal battles, with states grappling over the scope of reproductive freedoms. In Florida, Richardson v. Sec’y, Fla. Agency for Health Care Admin. has emerged as yet another lawsuit in this ongoing struggle, alleging that top state officials used public […]
Legal “Treble”: Copyright Infringement Lawsuits Leave Several Companies Facing the Music
ASHLEY EMANUEL—With the increasing popularity of social media and digital marketing, many companies trying to keep up with this year’s latest trends are now facing the music over their social media posts. From sports teams to restaurant chains and hotels, the lack of a copyright license for songs used in social media posts have left […]
