The Wall Street Journal published an opinion piece by Professor David Dow on the efficacy of the filibuster as a tool to achieve a bipartisan consensus in Congress.
Professor Victor Flatt appeared on Houston Matters discussing whether lawsuits filed against ERCOT following severe winter weather in Texas will succeeds.
Professor Emeritus Alderman was quoted in a CBS news article regarding consumer lawsuits against Texas electricity providers over extremely large bills after the recent winter storm.
Assistant Professor Valerie Gutmann Koch spoke on KTRH NewsRadio about the likelihood of a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy.
The Wall Street Journal published an opinion piece by Professor David Dow on the efficacy of the filibuster as a tool to achieve a bipartisan consensus in Congress.
Professor Emeritus Michael A. Olivas was quoted in an Inside Higher Ed article on whether the automatic admission of top 10 percent high school graduates into any public university in Texas truly produces equity in university admissions.
In an Associated Press article, Professor Victor Flatt commented on the impact of waivers that were granted to thousands of oil and gas operations, government facilities and other sites to stop monitoring for hazardous emissions or otherwise bypass rules intended to protect health and the environment because of the coronavirus outbreak.
Professor Renee Knake, an expert on gender, law and politics, explains the historical significance of Sen. Kamala Harris selection to be a vice presidential candidate. more...
Briefcase Radio: Street Law Program
Law-related education is an effective way of engaging youth to become more productive citizens. Professor Ellen Marrus is a leader in this field and explains the benefits. more...
Briefcase Radio: Save Our Seas Act 2.0
Every minute, the equivalent of a garbage truck of plastic is dumped into the earth’s oceans. One way of addressing this problem is the Save Our Seas Act 2.0. Environmental Law Expert, Sarah J. Morath, explains what the act authorizes. more...
Professor Richard Dole explains the particulars of a subset of intellectual property law. more...
Individuals in abusive relationships are afforded certain protections while renting a residence. Family law expert and clinical professor Janet Heppard explains the options. more...
Almost every year in Houston, there seems to be a major storm that causes extensive property damage. Professor of Practice Ryan Marquez teaches in the consumer law clinic, and explains what homeowners should be aware of when having their home repaired. more...
Texas is the only state in the nation in which trial judges answer to more than one intermediate appellate court. Professor Hilary Reed explains why this is a concern. more...
Legal aid and pro bono are commonly used to provide legal help to low income individuals. However, demand for this assistance far exceeds supply. Professor Alissa Gomez discusses problems and solutions. more...
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Many wealthy families make donations to colleges. However several famous parents have been accused of bribing college personnel to get their children admitted. Criminal Law expert, David Kwok, explains what makes some payments illegal. more...
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Michael Cohen testified before Congress about his legal representation of then-candidate and now-President Donald Trump. Professor Meredith J. Duncan, a legal ethics expert, explains why the attorney-client privilege did not apply. more...
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5/29/2019 Climate change litigation has increased, and scholars say this is just the beginning. Environmental law professor Tracy Hester explains the nature of these suits. more…
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Visiting Professor Arnold Rochvarg draws upon his Watergate experience to explain terms and issues in the ongoing Mueller probe more...
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University of Houston Law Center Professor Barbara Evans returned to the White House in February to share her expertise on genomic research and related health care issues dealing with data collection and privacy. Evans, George Butler Research Professor and director of the Center for Biotechnology and Law at the Law Center, also attended an event on “precision medicine” at the White House in July. Click here and here to read articles about her research and White House visits.
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Extradition of El Chapo for prosecution in US involves lengthy process more...
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On Dec 4, the Supreme Court granted certiorari in Universal Health Services v. United States ex rel. Escobar, a fraud case that may reshape the future of $1.9 billion of annual healthcare fraud recoveries in the United States. more...
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UHLC professors find controversial issues far from settled despite recent U.S. Supreme Court rulings more…
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A near-capacity crowd filled Brazos Bookstore, one of Houston’s premiere independent booksellers, earlier this month as University of Houston Law Center Professor Sandra Guerra Thompson discussed and signed copies of her new book, “Cops in Lab Coats.” more...
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The U.S. Supreme Court today reversed and remanded a lower court decision that had ruled profane and hateful rap lyrics directed at another person constituted a threat of violence. The court ordered the review under criminal law rather than civil law standards. University of Houston Law Center Professor Michael A. Olivas, William B. Bates Distinguished Chair of Law, director of the Institute of Higher Education Law & Governance, and renowned authority on popular music, explains the decision and the effect it may have on future free speech and social media issues. more...
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In a nationally televised address Thursday evening, President Obama outlined an executive order that will allow as many as 5 million undocumented immigrants to remain and work in the United States without fear of deportation. Obama also directed an increase in border security, stepped up prosecution and deportation of criminals, eased visa requirements for science and technology students, and expanded eligibility requirements for the so-called “Dreamers” program, which defers deportation for young immigrants who were brought into the U.S. at a young age. more...
UHLC’s Prof Roberts explains genetic law in congressional briefingUniversity of Houston Law Center Professor Jessica L. Roberts today participated in a wide-ranging congressional briefing on advances in genetic technology and its implications for the public. more...
Paust -- War?Is the U.S. at war with ISIS in Syria and Iraq? Or is it something less? And, is it legal under the Constitution and international law? more...
Kwok – Perry indictmentA Travis County grand jury Friday indicted Texas Gov. Rick Perry on two felony counts of abuse of power. more...
UT Fisher – 5th CircuitA three-judge panel of the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Tuesday upheld a summary judgment in favor of the University of Texas admissions policy in which race is one of many determining factors used in considering applications. more...
Bruhl – SCOTUS Hobby Lobby decisionThe U.S. Supreme Court today ruled in a 5-4 decision that two family-owned corporations cannot be forced under terms of the Affordable Care Act to pay for insurance coverage of contraceptives for employees. more...
Lipton – Washington Redskin’s TrademarkThe United States Patent and Trademark Office today canceled the Washington Redskin’s trademark registration. more...
Hester – EPA pollution proposalThe Environmental Protection Agency proposed regulations Monday to cut carbon pollution from power plants 30 percent from 2005 levels by the year 2030. more...
Dow – SCOTUS on Mental DisabilityIn a 5-4 decision the U.S. Supreme Court decided state laws that draw a line at 70 on IQ tests in order for a defendant to mount a claim of mental disability in capital cases are too rigid and unconstitutional. more...
Paust – Chinese ‘cyber espionage’Does U.S. indictment of Chinese officials for alleged “cyber thievery” violate international law? more...
Olivas – SCOTUS upholds state ballot ban on race-based admissionsThe U.S. Supreme Court has upheld a voter-approved amendment to the Michigan constitution that bans race-based preferences in admissions to the state’s universities. more...
Wells urges Senate panel to strengthen tax laws on multinational companies Testifying before a Senate subcommittee, University of Houston Law Center tax Professor Bret Wells Tuesday called for stricter controls on multinational companies to prevent them from allocating taxable profits to “tax haven entrepreneurs” overseas. more...
Chandler -- Windstorm InsuranceA court’s decision about a proposed rewrite of legislation could affect future of thousands of Texas policyholders. more…
Bruhl – Same-Sex Marriage A federal judge today ruled Texas’ ban on same-sex marriages unconstitutional, but issued an immediate stay pending further appeal. more...
Paust/Zamora – US-Mexico lawThe arrest in Mexico of the infamous drug lord Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman raises a number of questions about U.S.-Mexico law, extradition, jurisdiction and other issues related to the drug trade. Two professors at the University of Houston Law Center – Jordan Paust and Stephen Zamora -- are noted authorities on international law and cross border relations. more…
Lipton – ‘Net Neutrality’The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia recently struck down a federal regulation requiring cable providers to adhere to “net neutrality,” offering the same level of service to all Internet companies. more...
Bruhl - on U.S. Senate Vote to Change Filibuster RulesIn a controversial and historic vote, the United States Senate has changed its rules in order to limit the minority’s ability to block presidential nominees from taking office. more...
Hester – on Supreme Court’s decision to review EPA’s greenhouse gas regulationsThe U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to review certain aspects of the EPA’s greenhouse gas program in response to a challenge from more than 80 parties, including 17 states, which claim the agency’s attempt to address climate change places an undue financial burden on them. more...
Paust – Syrian InterventionThreatened U.S. military action in Syria is on hold, but there are legal justifications. more...
Gray – Drug TestingSenate 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...
Linzer – Voting RightsThe 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...
Willis – Arbitration/MediationAs 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...
Bruhl and Hoffman – Gay RightsTwo rulings will have major impact on gay rights. more…
Linzer – Voting RightsThe U.S. Supreme Court ruled unconstitutional a key provision of the landmark Voting Rights Act. more…
Olivas – Affirmative ActionU.S. Supreme Court sends UT race-based admissions case back to lower court for closer look. more…
Hoffman -- Voting RightsThe U.S. Supreme Court rules Arizona overstepped its bounds with proof of citizenship restrictions. more…
Evans & Kumar – Gene Patents The U.S. Supreme Court today in a unanimous decision ruled that companies cannot patent human genes. more...
Hester Q&A – Climate ChangeThe Supreme Court’s refusal to hear a federal climate change case may send attorneys scrambling for new strategies in state courts. more...
Senators release sweeping immigration reform bill Border security is cornerstone of detailed proposal for first revamp of policy in 26 years. more...
Lipton Q&A – Domains 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...
Hoffman on Arizona immigration rulingHigh Court finds three provisions preempted, but leaves open question of “papers, please” law. more…
Bush on Southwest Airlines expansionUnder the new plan, Hobby will offer international service beginning in 2015. more…
Olivas on Plyler v. DoeUHLC prof examines impact of 30-year-old U.S. Supreme Court ruling requiring public education of school-age children regardless of citizenship. more…
Hawkins on CARD Act’s effectivenessNew research shows students are still the targets of aggressive credit card marketing despite strict regulations. more…
Thompson on the Trayvon Martin shootingProfessor explains 2nd-degree murder charge and “Stand Your Ground” defense. more…
Gray on health care hearingsThe U.S. Supreme Court will decide whether to uphold or overturn Obama’s Affordable Care Act. more…
Gershowitz on the Stanford trialThe financier was found guilty on 13 of 14 counts of criminal conspiracy, fraud and other charges. more…
Roberts on new hiring policyTexas employers are moving towards a ban on hiring smokers or anyone who tests positive for nicotine. more…
Paust on alleged maltreatment of Afghan bodies Marines urinating on dead would constitute war crime. more…
Olivas on undocumented children’s rights New book examines history of the landmark immigration case Plyler v. Doe. more…
Thompson on Occupy Wall Street Houston arrestsHouston authorities and Occupy protestors clash over demonstrations. more…
Zamora on the death of Mexico’s No. 2 officialHow will the loss of Mexico’s top Cabinet secretary impact Mexico’s battle with drug cartels? more…
Ellen Marrus on child disciplineWhen does corporal punishment cross the line into abuse? more…
Thompson on wrongful convictionsNew book offers legislatures guidance on statutory changes that could discover and prevent wrongful convictions. more…
Olivas on Alabama's new immigration law 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…
Paul M. Janicke on new patent actWith three goals in mind, the first overhaul of patent law since 1836 is a mixed bag of hit and miss. more…
Geoffrey A. Hoffman on new deportation rulesBackdoor amnesty or prioritizing proceedings? more…
Jessica L. Roberts on genetic information and the lawGenetic law will evolve and grow in importance as science advances further into this fascinating area with implications beyond medical into everyday lives. more…
Tracy Hester on climate change case before U.S. Supreme CourtJustices 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…
