By Brandon Schall, Staff Writer Banking and business groups got a big “win” after President Trump signed the repeal of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (“CFPB”) rule on forced arbitration.[1] The CFPB had been working on rules for more than four years to make it easier for consumers to file […]
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The Question of Concealment Under Pennsylvania Law: Part II
By David Zvirman, Staff Writer As noted in an earlier article, we have all heard on the news of someone getting accused or arrested of carrying a “concealed” firearm, but what does that mean? An average person might ask: is hiding a gun in a jacket or under a shirt […]
Towing Rogue: Predatory Towing and Pending Legislation
By Kurt Valentine, Staff Writer They park along Pittsburgh’s major thoroughfares waiting for an accident. Once they get word of an accident, they race to the scene. The winner of the race gets to tow the car. They are called “chasers”. In 2009, Big Dawg’s Towing, a Pittsburgh towing company, […]
The Element of Intent: How the Court Determines Your Thoughts
By Mariah Mandy, Staff Writer An Age Old Excuse When we were young, the most common response to getting in trouble was “I didn’t mean to.” We used that phrase for all types of circumstances—spilling drinks, making messes, or even hitting our siblings. Sometimes, that excuse would get us out […]
Fast Fashion may be on Fast Decline After Star Athletica Ruling
By Jennifer Carter, Staff Writer Forever 21. H & M. Charlotte Russe. If you’ve visited a shopping center or suburban mall in the last decade, you are bound to recognize these names. They are known as “fast fashion” retailers, and if you’re like roughly half of Americans, you have likely […]
Lessons from Interning at a National Public Interest Organization
By Natalie Tupta, Staff Writer One of the most distinguishable features of Duquesne lawyers and students is the “unique emphasis on justice and service to others,” which is a gift from Duquesne’s Spiritan founders.[1] Because of this moral and ethical grounding, many Duquesne Law students pursue internships and careers in […]
Federal Judge and D.C. Circuit Note that Undocumented Teen Immigrant has Constitutional Right to Abortion
By Amy Kerlin, Staff Writer The right to abortion is guaranteed by the United States Constitution and the landmark case of Roe v. Wade. Last week, the question arose whether undocumented minors who illegally entered the United States also had a constitutional right to terminate a pregnancy. Jane Doe, who […]
Exploring Capital Punishment
By Elizabeth Echard, Staff Writer Should criminals be put to death for the crimes they commit? The topic of capital punishment has always been a sensitive issue in the United States. Many individuals have specific opinions as to whether our present society should support such actions. Many debates have focused […]
Morality v. Legality: The Role of the Duty Standard in the Classic Debate
By Mariah Mandy, Staff Writer Imagine This… You are fishing off a public dock, enjoying a pleasant summer day, when a stranger walks onto the same dock and begins fishing nearby. You and the stranger quietly fish in peace for some time, sharing the same dock as you indulge in […]
The State of Our Education: Funding Fundamentals
By Matt DeSantis, Staff Writer Equal education is the bedrock of equality in general, allowing for children from impoverished backgrounds to raise themselves as high as their more fortunate peers. This equality only exists where students are afforded the same opportunities and quality of education as other schools. These […]
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