Threatened U.S. military action in Syria is on hold, but there are legal justifications. more...
Senate Bill 21, passed in the last regular legislative session and effective Sept 1, amends the Labor Code to require drug screening and testing for certain individuals before they can receive unemployment insurance (UI) compensation benefits. more...
The U.S. Department of Justice recently fired its first shot in the battle over voter rights in response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in June blocking a major provision of the 1965 landmark Voting Rights Act. more...
As the cost of litigation rises, parties are increasingly turning to alternate means of settling disputes in order to stay away from the cost of the courthouse. more...
Two rulings will have major impact on gay rights. more…
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled unconstitutional a key provision of the landmark Voting Rights Act. more…
U.S. Supreme Court sends UT race-based admissions case back to lower court for closer look. more…
The U.S. Supreme Court rules Arizona overstepped its bounds with proof of citizenship restrictions. more…
The U.S. Supreme Court today in a unanimous decision ruled that companies cannot patent human genes. more...
The Supreme Court’s refusal to hear a federal climate change case may send attorneys scrambling for new strategies in state courts. more...
Border security is cornerstone of detailed proposal for first revamp of policy in 26 years. more...
For years, the non-profit organization that administers Internet domain names has been deliberating on how to expand the system to meet the voracious demands of cyber users. more...
UH Law Center professor to address global gas conferenceSakmar sees 'golden age' of liquefied natural gas (LNG) as a foundation fuel for the future. more...
UH Law Center Experts Available to Comment on Supreme Court's Same-Sex Marriage Cases more...
Sapna Kumar – Genetic Testing Q&AScientists today are rapidly developing diagnostic tests to detect mutations in our genetic code that contribute to disease. more...
Zamora on the Center for U.S. and Mexican Law's research initiativesUniversity of Houston Law Center Professor Stephen Zamora was interviewed by the editor of The Metropolitan Corporate Counsel regarding the Center for U.S. and Mexican Law at the University of Houston Law Center. more...
Hoffman on Comprehensive Immigration Reform President Obama recently outlined his proposal for overhauling the nation's immigration laws and for the first time providing a pathway to earned citizenship for more than 11 million undocumented persons. more...
Hester Q&A – BPA federal judge on Jan. 29 approved an agreement between BP and the U.S. Department of Justice to settle criminal charges against the energy giant with payment of $4 billion in penalties for the 2010 oil rig explosion and spill that killed 11 workers and fouled hundreds of miles of Gulf shoreline. more...
Melissa Hamilton's Gun Control Q & A On January 16th, President Obama unveiled a sweeping plan to curb gun violence. more...
Hawkins on fertility clinicsInfertility is big business in the United States. more…
Thompson on Tom DeLay appealThe former U.S. House Majority Leader was convicted on campaign finance changes and faces time in prison. more…
Hester on climate change decisionAlaskan villagers lose appeal, but future tort lawsuits likely. more…
Janicke on Apple-Samsung verdictJury awards $1.05 billion in patent case, but it is still before the district court for post-trial motions. more…
UHLC health law experts on high court rulingWhat did the Supreme Court rule and how will it affect you? more...
High Court finds three provisions preempted, but leaves open question of “papers, please” law. more…
Under the new plan, Hobby will offer international service beginning in 2015. more…
UHLC prof examines impact of 30-year-old U.S. Supreme Court ruling requiring public education of school-age children regardless of citizenship. more…
New research shows students are still the targets of aggressive credit card marketing despite strict regulations. more…
Professor explains 2nd-degree murder charge and “Stand Your Ground” defense. more…
The U.S. Supreme Court will decide whether to uphold or overturn Obama’s Affordable Care Act. more…
The financier was found guilty on 13 of 14 counts of criminal conspiracy, fraud and other charges. more…
Texas employers are moving towards a ban on hiring smokers or anyone who tests positive for nicotine. more…
Marines urinating on dead would constitute war crime. more…
New book examines history of the landmark immigration case Plyler v. Doe. more…
Houston authorities and Occupy protestors clash over demonstrations. more…
How will the loss of Mexico’s top Cabinet secretary impact Mexico’s battle with drug cartels? more…
When does corporal punishment cross the line into abuse? more…
New book offers legislatures guidance on statutory changes that could discover and prevent wrongful convictions. more…
University of Houston Law Center Professor Michael A. Olivas is participating in this week's Room for Debate, a weekly online debate hosted by the New York Times. more…
With three goals in mind, the first overhaul of patent law since 1836 is a mixed bag of hit and miss. more…
Backdoor amnesty or prioritizing proceedings? more…
Genetic law will evolve and grow in importance as science advances further into this fascinating area with implications beyond medical into everyday lives. more…
Justices hear arguments on whether public nuisance laws give states the power to sue companies over emissions. more…
UPDATE: Tracy Hester on SCOTUS greenhouse gas ruling
Court turns down states’ efforts to sue under federal public nuisance laws. more…