Harris County to seek death penalty in Fernando Esqueda murder case Background Harris County prosecutors will seek the death penalty against Dremone Francis, the second suspect charged in the murder of Deputy Fernando Esqueda. Court records reveal that Francis is the neighbor of the first suspect, Ronald “Ronnie” Palmer Jr., who is charged with capital […] More
The Importance of Ensuring the Fair Treatment of Employees in the Gig Economy The Rise of the Gig Economy The gig economy has exploded in recent years, with more and more people opting for freelance work over traditional employment. Companies such as Uber, Lyft, and TaskRabbit have created platforms that allow individuals to work on […] More
Will Slashing Public Defender Caseloads Ensure Justice for Indigent Defendants in Washington? Introduction The state Supreme Court of Washington is mulling over a proposal to reduce the volume of cases public defense attorneys handle each year, with the aim of providing better legal representation for indigent defendants statewide. The question is whether such a move […] More
The case of Ruben Gutierrez: Understanding the Supreme Court’s stance on 11th-hour reprieves for death row inmates The Background Ruben Gutierrez, a Texas death row inmate, was granted a stay of execution from the U.S. Supreme Court only 20 minutes before he was scheduled to be executed. Gutierrez was convicted of capital murder for the […] More
Withdrawal as an Act of Faith: An Open Letter to President Biden The Parable of the Man by the River President Biden, during your recent interview with George Stephanopoulos, you mentioned that you would withdraw from the race “if the Lord Almighty comes down and tells [you]” to do so. The parable of the man […] More
Stetson University College of Law Wins 2024 Robert Orseck Memorial Moot Court Competition The Stetson University College of Law team has taken home the top prize at the 2024 Robert Orseck Memorial Moot Court Competition. The event was sponsored by the Young Lawyers Division and took place at the Annual Florida Bar Convention. The competition […] More
The Possible Implications of a Pending RICO Lawsuit Against a National Plaintiffs’ Asbestos Firm Background For the past three decades, lawyers who provide legal services have been largely immune from Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) liability, even if their clients engage in criminal conduct. However, this legal advice protection may not extend to […] More
California Court Ruling Could Lead To Dismissal Of Over 100 Cases California Court Ruling Could Lead To Dismissal Of Over 100 Cases A recent ruling by a state appellate court in San Francisco County Superior Court could result in the dismissal of over 100 cases and possible appeals for accused parties deprived of their right […] More
Delay of Texas Death Row Inmate’s Execution – A Rare Ruling by the Supreme Court Delay of Texas Death Row Inmate’s Execution – A Rare Ruling by the Supreme Court Ruben Gutierrez, a Texas death row inmate, was granted a request to stay his lethal injection just 20 minutes before he was scheduled to be […] More
Former BigLaw Attorney Sentenced to 21 Months in Prison for Campaign Finance Violations A former attorney at a BigLaw firm was sentenced to 21 months in prison after being convicted of campaign finance violations related to a failed run for the US Congress. The defendant’s legal expertise was cited by the judge as evidence that […] More
The Importance of Understanding Mandatory Minimum Sentencing Laws Introduction Mandatory minimum sentences have been a topic of much debate in recent times. In essence, these laws require judges to impose a predetermined sentence upon individuals convicted of certain crimes. While proponents of mandatory minimums argue that they are necessary to deter crime, critics claim that […] More
Alabama Executes Convicted Killer of Delivery Driver During Robbery Attempt Introduction An Alabama man who was found guilty of fatally shooting a delivery driver during a robbery attempt in 1998 has been executed. The execution took place amidst clear skies and warm temperatures in the area. The case of the convicted man has received national […] More
The Missouri Supreme Court Clears the Way for a Woman’s Release After 43 Years in Prison The Overturned Conviction The Missouri Supreme Court has recently issued a landmark decision by overturning the conviction of a woman who has been in prison for 43 years for a crime that she did not commit. The court’s decision […] More
Opinion Editorial on Judge’s Dismissal of Trump Case U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon’s Dismissal of Trump Case Could Find Support Among Appellate Judges On July 16, 2024, U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon dismissed the criminal case against former President Donald Trump in Florida, citing the unconstitutional appointment of a special prosecutor. While few other jurists […] More
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Conservative U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas Faces Alleged Unethical Behaviour The controversial and scrutinized Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has been hit with a series of serious allegations, indicating improper and unethical behavior. Democratic lawmakers are taking steps to investigate and address these breaches. Legal analyst Glenn Kirschner has commented that this is a […] More