Rape Case Clearance Rates are at an All-time Low
Police are having a hard time clearing rape cases despite the popularity of the #MeToo movement. Many variables make these cases especially complex and difficult to close.
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Earle I. Erman Receives Federal Bar Assn’s 2018 Barbara J. Rom Award
One of Michigan’s top bankruptcy and insolvency lawyers, Earle I. Erman was honored for overall excellence in his practice area.
Research Reveals which Online Habits Increase Exposure to Viruses
Low self-control, including short-sightedness, negligence, physical versus verbal behavior, and an inability to delay gratification can cause computer viruses, research suggests.
Green Burials Get You Back to the Land
In a world adrift with ocean plastic and choking on pollutants, green burials are gaining popularity as people want to literally get back to the land.
Grad Student Wins Decade-Long No-Fly List Lawsuit
A federal appeals court has blasted the U.S. government for its poor handling of a longstanding lawsuit over a former graduate student’s placement on the no-fly list. POLITICO reports that Malaysian citizen Rahinah Ibrahim first launched her lawsuit ten years ago. She won, five years back, after U.S. District Court Judge William Alsup ruled that
LexisNexis Launches Context, Advanced Judge & Expert Witness Analytics
LexisNexis’ Context Analytics solution is a powerful tool giving lawyers the power of data-driven analytics regarding judges and expert witnesses.
Trump’s Shutdown Overwhelms Immigration Courts and Stiffs Agents
President Donald Trump’s demands for a bigger, better border wall are taking a toll on immigration agents and officers. While the federal government continues to grind through a partial shutdown, not all of its employees are exempted from staying home. Workers who perform ‘essential’ functions still have to punch the clock, without pay or knowing
Meth is as Big as Opioids, but is Being Overlooked
While opioids are in the limelight, researchers have found that meth has become more popular than heroin overall.
What Would Make You Change Your Mind?
What would make you change your mind? Often, it requires the buildup of evidence and experience, or making a personal connection, to do the trick.
Family of Teenager Killed Carrying Toy Gun is Awarded Settlement
Family of Teenager Killed Carrying Toy Gun is Awarded Settlement