EconomyCommentary
Will the Illinois Supreme Court Set Chicago’s Pension Apocalypse in Stone?
Nov. 17—that’s the date set for the Illinois State Supreme Court to hear oral arguments regarding a 2014 deal to overhaul the city of Chicago’s… Read More
EconomyCommentary
Nov. 17—that’s the date set for the Illinois State Supreme Court to hear oral arguments regarding a 2014 deal to overhaul the city of Chicago’s… Read More
LawCommentary
This week, the White House announced a pending executive order instructing the Office of Personnel Management to “delay inquiries into criminal history until later in… Read More
LawCommentary
On Sept. 22, 2015, U.S. District Court Judge George H. King ruled that the copyright to the lyrics of the popular song “Happy Birthday to… Read More
LawCommentary
The U.S. Department of Education has issued a press release crowing about its “agreement” with the University of Virginia, “ensur[ing] that the university’s handling of… Read More
LawCommentary
On July 15, an online hacking group calling themselves “The Impact Team” gained unauthorized access to a website known as Ashley Madison, and on Aug…. Read More
PoliticsCommentary
There is no doubt that American colleges should be safe for all students. A recent University of Virginia case is any example, however, of the… Read More
PoliticsCommentary
Last week, in a unanimous decision, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) declined to assert jurisdiction in the Northwestern University college football player unionization case…. Read More
Health CareCommentary
This past week, the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, over the vigorous dissent of four judges on that court,… Read More
LawCommentary
After multiple tries, the U.S. Supreme Court will have the opportunity next term to overturn an outdated ruling from a 1977 case, Abood v. Detroit… Read More
LawCommentary
Forgetful residents of the New Hampshire city of Keene have found an ally with a group of activists who call themselves Free Keene. These self-styled… Read More