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Libel laws and the truth: What if the statement is true?
Did you know a wedding announcement can be claimed as libelous? The word libel commonly describes injury to a person's reputation but libel damages may also include emotional distress. However, libel can occur in words, pictures, graphic images, and any other publishable forms. Read more to find out what you need to know about libel.
February 22, 2023 · 2 min read
Plea-bargaining in capital murder cases: Is it fair to victims?
Plea-bargaining in capital murder cases saves taxpayers millions in court costs. But, does it provide justice for victims or their families?
February 22, 2023 · 4 min read
The truth about eminent domain
Eminent domain actually dates back to the founding of our country. For the most part, "public use" has been defined as building roads, schools, bridges, and public structures. In the 1950s, definitions of eminent domain expanded. Courts began to approve the transfer of private property to public use in the name of "slum clearance." In short, economic redevelopment became a justification for eminent domain.
February 22, 2023 · 3 min read
Why does sentencing for a guilty verdict take place in a separate proceeding?
When the jury found Scott Peterson guilty of murdering his pregnant wife and their unborn son, the media immediately speculated about his sentence. Why? Because, in criminal cases, the punishment is determined at a separate sentencing.
February 22, 2023 · 2 min read
What are your privacy rights when you work from home?
After a switch to working from home, it's easy to find yourself conducting personal tasks during work time. But what if that personal business is sensitive? Here, we take a look at what kinds of privacy rights workers have in their homes.
February 22, 2023 · 4 min read
Differences between defamation, slander, and libel
Being wronged or misrepresented is never pleasant, but not all insults are created equally.
February 3, 2023 · 4 min read
When can the police search the trunk of a car?
The fourth amendment, as it is generally understood, protects you from unreasonable search and seizure. But, what happens if you get pulled over by a police officer when driving and he asks that you pop the trunk?
July 13, 2022 · 3 min read
Can a journalist be forced to reveal confidential sources?
Can a journalist be forced to reveal confidential sources? The answer appears to be no...as long as that journalist is willing to go to jail.
August 25, 2020 · 3 min read
Diplomatic immunity: How does it work?
The tabloids have a field day with wayward ambassadors who claim immunity when they get nabbed for reckless driving. These stories hit the headlines and reinforce the public misperception that diplomatic immunity is a "get-out-of-jail-free" card for breaking the law overseas.
August 25, 2020 · 1 min read

U.S. Law

Libel laws and the truth: What if the statement is true?

Plea-bargaining in capital murder cases: Is it fair to victims?

The truth about eminent domain

Why does sentencing for a guilty verdict take place in a separate proceeding?

What are your privacy rights when you work from home?

Differences between defamation, slander, and libel

When can the police search the trunk of a car?

Can a journalist be forced to reveal confidential sources?

Diplomatic immunity: How does it work?

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