Privacy is an entanglement of public, individual, and governmental interests. This article does not attempt to provide a compendium of United States Supreme Court cases charting a “right to privacy.” While some case law, both United States Supreme Court and other courts, is included, the purpose of the article is not to describe the development… continue reading
Companies today confront unprecedented legal challenges when they seek to transfer personal data between different nations. Many nations have recently enacted “data protection” laws, designed to protect the personal information of individuals. Although protecting the personal information of individuals is surely a worthwhile goal, the enactment of these laws has nevertheless encumbered the ability of… continue reading
Privacy has become a complex legal issue as technological advancements have created a multitude of ways, both physical and digital, that one’s privacy rights can be violated. Although the Supreme Court has declined to recognize a constitutional right to digital privacy, the increasing pervasiveness of digital privacy intrusions may encourage the Court to find that… continue reading
With the recent expiration of the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (“TEA-21”), Congress has the remarkable opportunity to set the stage for a more efficient, environmentally responsible, and energy independent transportation policy for America’s future. With looming national security concerns currently confronting the nation, the expiration of TEA-21 at this time should serendipitously… continue reading
In recent years, several states have enacted anti-smoking legislation. Indeed, more and more states and cities are considering enacting similar legislation. Bars, restaurants and other public forums are the targets of these statutes. Many bar and restaurant owners complain that these statutes hurt their business and that the government has no right to tell them… continue reading
There are many concerns with the quality of education students receive in our nation’s urban schools. Charter schools are among the recent trends in educational reform attempting to improve the quality of education available to students. Charter schools offer the hope of transforming the American education system by creating a new institutional regime and serving… continue reading
The crisp morning is filled with energy as the city shakes off its mantle of slumber and a new day begins. Wide tree-lined thoroughfares bustle with activity. Shopkeepers unlock their front doors, ready to start a fresh day of business. Doormen pass along cheery morning greetings as tenants file out of luxury apartment buildings and… continue reading
In 2002, the State of New Jersey took control of the operation of the City of Camden. That process included a takeover of management of the city’s school district. While state disestablishment of underperforming school districts is not a new idea, New Jersey’s all-encompassing approach marks a radical change in the way such an action… continue reading
Cities take great pride in their professional sports franchises. On any given day, the office water cooler is likely to be surrounded by fans reveling in the home team’s latest victory or lamenting its last defeat. Living in a major league city often produces an increased sense of community and civic pride amongst its citizens…. continue reading
Liberal, social, and radical feminism are among the most predominant feminist doctrines on the issue of prostitution. The core tenets of these schools of thought are vastly different. Each focuses on what they believe to be the root causes of prostitution and each seeks to improve the quality of life for these women in different… continue reading
