By Phil Raymond, Staff Writer Putting past minor mistakes behind you just recently became a lot easier thanks to an addition to Pennsylvania’s expungement law. In February 2016, Gov. Tom Wolf signed into law Pennsylvania Senate Bill 166.[1] This bill became active on Nov. 14. To celebrate this important […]
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Applauding Pennsylvania’s Payday Lending Regulatory Practices
By Jackie Robel, Staff Writer Driving down a street on the way to run some routine errands, the average person does not think twice about the tiny shop nestled between their favorite place to get fries and their go-to destination for a manicure. Yet, places like that small, innocuous […]
Use It or Lose It: Adverse Possession in Pennsylvania
By Kurt Valentine, Staff Writer The government can control the use of private property though regulations and zoning ordinances. The government can also take possession of private land through eminent domain. A private citizen can also take possession of another’s land through the legal doctrine of adverse possession. Adverse […]
An Unforeseen Problem: An Analysis of the PA Mandatory Judicial Retirement Age Ballot Question
By Roy Cross, Staff Writer On Nov. 8, 2016, the American people will elect their next batch of government officials. While Americans will undoubtedly be focused on deciding whether Donald Trump or Hillary Clinton become President of the United States, Pennsylvanians will have one extra concern when they enter […]
Turmoil Over Transgender Bathroom Policy in Pittsburgh Area School District
By Alyssa Lazar, Staff Writer The Pine-Richland School District faces turmoil upon repeal of a transgender bathroom policy it practiced at the close of the 2015-2016 school year. Three high school students, represented by Kline & Specter, P.C., in Philadelphia and the Lambda Legal Defense and Education Fund, inspired […]
The Future of Pennsylvania Daily Fantasy Sports Betting
By Katherine Mannion, Staff Writer While the future of Pennsylvania sports betting is currently unclear, there is no doubt that there are changes to come that may clarify the definitions and breadth of fantasy sports regulation. When these changes occur are up in the air, but proponents of the […]
Pre-1996 Emissions Testing: A Necessary Evil?
By Alex Locke, Staff Writer Imagine spending the last month looking for a used car. You searched diligently for one that would be cheap to buy, cheap on gas, and cheap to maintain. You find a used Honda. Though not the newest car, you cannot deny Honda’s reputation as […]
Legalized Marijuana Produces Increase in DUIs in Colorado: Is Pittsburgh Next?
By Jennifer Carter, Staff Writer Since the legalization of marijuana in Colorado in January 2014, fatalities caused by drivers under the influence of drugs has skyrocketed. Similarly, Pennsylvania has seen a 43 percent increase in DUI-drug arrests between 2014 and 2015 alone.[1] This increase appeared well before the bill […]
Just Put It Down: Is Pennsylvania’s Texting Law Effective?
By Kurt Valentine, Staff Writer If you live and work in a metropolitan area, you are bound to see people engaged in questionable activities during your commute. Some may use their rearview mirrors to do their best reenactments of a “Just For Men” commercial, and others might turn their […]
Preserving Our Historic Cemeteries
Preserving Our Historic Cemeteries By Julie Williams, Staff Writer Most of us have the mindset that “new is better.” We all want to keep up with the most modern and up-to-date trends. But in keeping this mindset, we must not forget those before us—those who paved the way to our […]
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