Legal Articles, Government
Berkeley Hillside Preservation v. City of Berkeley
California Supreme Court Restores Common Sense to CEQA
PART TWO “A Dream of Youthful Hopes” Securing the American Dream for the Children of Immigrants
The lack of action by federal policymakers to address immigration reform has resulted in the introduction of state laws that have a direct impact on children of immigrants. This article discusses federal and state proposals and makes the case for a sensible and just approach to immigration reform.
“A Dream of Youthful Hopes” Securing the American Dream for the Children of Immigrants
The lack of action by federal policymakers to address immigration reform has resulted in the introduction of state laws that have a direct impact on children of immigrants. This article discusses federal and state proposals, and makes the case for a sensible and just approach to immigration reform.
Has Florida Come to Maryland
These serious problems in Maryland raise the question of whether we had made the voting process too complicated and problematic.
Unemployment Appeals Now Handled Through E-Portal For Third Parties
Navigating the new Florida Department of Economic Opportunity's Connect internet portal for unemployment compensation
Class Inaction: The U.S. Supreme Court Reins in Class Actions
The Supreme Court's 2010 term was an embattled one for the class action. The Court made headlines in Wal-Mart v. Dukes when it dashed the hopes of 1.5 million Wal-Mart employees who had brought a class action against the corporate giant.
Oral Argument in the Appellate Court: A Primer
For many attorneys, appellate court arguments are infrequent. But lack of familiarity can be overcome by understanding what appellate judges look for at argument.
DOES THE CONSTITUTION REALLY MEAN SEPARATION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE
Defending Religious Freedom is evolving as a Major issue. Hobby Lobby; the Tennessee student suspended for saying "God bless you;" the Houston Mayor subpoenaing Pastor's SERMONS. But does the Constitution actually state "Separation of Church and State?"
The Importance of a Lawyer in a Social Security Disability Claim
This article provides an overview of the things a lawyer typically does for you during your disability claim.
Dressing for a Social Security Disability Hearing
This article provides information on what to wear to a social security disability hearing.