In The News: William S. Boyd School of Law
The US Supreme Court has ruled 7-2 to allow a New York prosecutor to obtain President Donald Trump's financial records as part of an ongoing criminal investigation, but rejected, also in a 7-2 ruling, the records' release to Democratic congressional committees.
After the Supreme Court decision to maintain the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, different organizations have begun to suggest to people - that they could obtain this permit for the first time - prepare the necessary documentation to be ready in case the authorities announce that they will be receiving new applications.
Benjamin Edwards, a professor at William S. Boyd School of Law at University of Nevada in Las Vegas, discusses additional rewards necessary for an effective consumer protection in the payday lending industry.
The directive that all Nevadans wear a face covering to limit the COVID-19 spread came with a few exceptions: Those with medical conditions making it difficult to breathe, those with a disability that prevents them from wearing a face covering, and young children ages 2-9 are exempt.
The directive that all Nevadans wear a face covering to limit the COVID-19 spread came with a few exceptions: Those with medical conditions making it difficult to breathe, those with a disability that prevents them from wearing a face covering, and young children ages 2-9 are exempt.
Tax filing deadlines inspire many of us to vow that we’re finally going to organize our papers.
One June day in 1964, Gerald Gault and a teenage friend made a bad decision. They made an obscene phone call to Ora Cook, Gault’s neighbor. She called the police, and both boys were arrested and taken to a juvenile detention facility in Gila County.
The U.S. economy has started to show some signs of life again. Employment is on the rise and businesses across the country are starting to reopen, but sadly, the fight against COVID-19 still has a ways to go.
Jack Miralrio and his younger brother, Owen, were born in Mexico and brought to the United States illegally by their mother when they were little. Growing up, both enjoyed video games, soccer and building toy cars. Both excelled at school.
George Floyd’s death at the hands of a white police officer in late May brought a rush of Black Lives Matter protests this month across the state and nation, leading to tense confrontations between law enforcement officers and protesters.
COVID-19 will permanently redefine the legal field. From how lawyers work and their need for a physical workspace, to fee arrangements, and the types of cases filed. Over the last few months, we’ve seen significant changes in BigLaw—firms have reduced their workforce, implemented hiring freezes, and shortened/ canceled their summer programs. Professor Nancy Rapoport joins us this week to discuss the evolving legal landscape and navigating a path forward. Join us next week for part two of our discussion with the Professor.
After Russia, Iran and Qatar, the US has the world’s greatest natural gas reserves. But unlike those other countries, it has trouble building pipelines, threatening its ability to supply domestic and international markets.
