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Eliza Hecht

DC Still Figuring Out Proper Restrictions for Legal Marijuana

Nearly a year ago, on February 25, 2015, marijuana officially became legal in Washington, DC. Lately, the question of whether…

The Oregon Standoff Explained

The Oregon militia standoff has been all over the news for weeks. However, not everyone understands the issues behind the…

The Aftermath of Ammon Bundy’s Arrest

The Oregon militia standoff has been going on since early January (you can read more about it here, in our…

Why Is Planned Parenthood Taking So Much Heat These Days?

Summary: Planned Parenthood has spent years vilified by the media, recently fueled by an Ohio AG's report. On Friday, the…

Much Hated Pharmaceutical Exec Arrested on Fraud Charges

Summary: Controversial "Bad Boy" pharma executive Martin Shkreli was arrested on December 17th on fraud charges.   Martin Shkreli made news…

Over 100 Escaped Cows Roam Free on Mississippi Freeway (Although Not Quite Legally)

Summary: Over 100 cattle were wandering around a highway in Mississippi - does the law cover that? Drivers in Jackson,…

Caveat Emptor: Lawyers and Dating (Episode 2: Ella)

Summary: Caveat Emptor is a dating column about lawyers on bad dates. Here, we talk to Ella about hers. Click…

The Weeknd Sued for Copyright Infringement in Song “The Hills”

Summary: Artist The Weeknd is being sued over copyright infringement for allegedly sampling music for his song "The Hills." In…

Florida Burglar Meets His End in the Stomach of a Huge Alligator

Summary: A Florida man accused of burglarizing houses met a poetic end when he was eaten by an alligator. When…

Patrick Gavin’s Quest to Earn an Interview with the President – Through 500 Video Shorts

Summary: Patrick Gavin is on a campaign to interview the most powerful lawyer in the world – President Barack Obama.…

Ex-Rikers Inmate Fatally Shot in Brooklyn After Receiving Settlement from City

Summary: A former Rikers Island inmate who was recently awarded a $450,000 settlement was murdered Friday in Brooklyn.   Robert…

Smartphones and Social Media: Are They Impairing Our Court Proceedings?

Summary: Smartphones and social media have made it much harder for judges to ensure a fair and impartial trial. In…