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2 Texas counties implement ordinances to deter 'abortion trafficking'

Seth chandler was quoted in an KHOU article regarding some Texas counties and cities creating ordinances in hopes that they stop pregnant women seeking abortion from traveling through their areas. Chandler said there's one problem with the ordinances: interstate travel is a constitutional right.

Renee Knake Jefferson Launches ‘Legal Ethics’

The American Law Institure wrote an article regarding Renee Knake Jefferson's launch of Legal Ethics, a weekly newsletter on legal and judicial ethics.

Texas highways become abortion rights battleground

Activists are urging local ordinances banning abortion-related travel. 

Championing Innovation: Pursuing an LL.M. in Patent Law | LLM GUIDE

“One should become a great lawyer first, and then a great patent lawyer second,” says Greg Vetter, who is co-director of the Institute for Intellectual Property and Information Law at UH Law Center, stressing the importance of foundational legal knowledge.

What the judge in the medical exception abortion case has to consider

“I suspect this is a case in which the temporary relief is going to be a permanent decision. She has heard the evidence she is going to hear. I don’t think much is going to change,” said Professor Seth J. Chandler, at the University of Houston Law Center.

Biden administration sues Texas over Rio Grande buoy barrier

Professor Chandler was interviewed by KHOU regarding a Biden administration lawsuit against Texas over the Rio Grande buoy barrier.

Umbrella Insurance

Professor Emeritus Alderman discusses umbrella insurance policies in this article from WalletHub.

With race-based admissions no longer an option, states may imitate Texas top 10% plan

Professor Berman is quoted in the Texas Tribune article about the recent SCOTUS decision about race-based admissions.

Best Installment Loans for Bad Credit

Professor Jim Hawkins discusses the best installment loans for bad credit.

HIV Prevention Drug Uptake Threatened in Obamacare Battle

Seth Chandler was quoted in a Bloomberg Law article regarding how a federal court decision, if it stands, could prompt some health insurers to stop full coverage of HIV-prevention drugs.

OMG Girlz Case Sidesteps Cultural Appropriation’s Day in Court

Aman Gebru was quoted in a Bloomberg Law article regarding the OMG Girlz case claiming claiming that doll maker MGA Entertainment ripped off its name, style, and likeness.

Deaths from firearms reach new highs in Texas, decades after lawmakers began weakening gun regulations

Sandra Guerra Thompson was quoted in a Texas Tribune article regarding the rate of firearm-related deaths in Texas.

P.S. — HBA’s Annual Dinner, Central TX Nonprofit’s Grant, Lawbook Foundation Donation Shoutouts

The award will recognize the leadership of six co-chairs: Dean Leonard M. Baynes of the University of Houston Law Center, Michelle Morris of South Texas College of Law, Professor Elsa Random of the Thurgood Marshall School of Law, Professor John Greil of the University of Texas School of Law, Daniella Landers of Womble Bond Dickinson and Christopher Tritico of Tritico Rainey.

Renee Knake Jefferson Interview on ‘Shortlisted’ - American Law Institute

Renee Knake Jefferson of University of Houston Law Center was recently interviewed by Diane P. Wood of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit to discuss her book Shortlisted: Women in the Shadows of the Supreme Court.

The Supreme Court's Decision Regarding Mifepristone

Professor Seth Chandler was interviewed by Spectrum News Austin Capitol Tonight discussing the Supreme Court's decision regarding mifepristone.

Restatement of the Law on Corporate Governance

Douglas Moll will be on a panel for a conference on the American Law Institute’s pending Restatement of the Law, Corporate Governance Friday, April 21stt 8:30am.

Amateur Hour: A Little Bit of Python Can Let ChatGPT Discuss Your Documents

Seth Chandler was quoted in a Reason.com article on ChatGPT.

How the end of free preventative health care could affect us all

Seth Chandler was quoted in a thehill.com article on How the end of free preventative health care could affect us all.

Civil rights groups ask feds to look into Texas takeover of Houston schools

Professor Emily Berman was quoted in an article regarding the Texas takeover of Houston schools.

How to Ace Your LL.M. Admissions interview

Karen Jones was quoted in an article that helps future applicants with the LL.M. Admissions interview.

Texas Good Samaritan Law Can Help in the Fentanyl Crisis

Professor Kaufman was quoted in a Dallas Morning News editorial regarding the fentanyl crisis.

Law Schools Expect LL.M. Boom as Law Firms Make Layoffs | LLM GUIDE

Karen Jones was quoted in the LLM Guide regarding how a downturn is a big opportunity for LL.M. programs.

5 Best Secured Credit Cards to Build Credit - WalletHub

Professor Emeritus Richard Alderman provides advice on how to find the best secured credit card.

Compare Student Credit Cards from Major Issuers

Professor Jim Hawkins discusses the best credit cards for students

Texas lawsuit could place nationwide ban on abortion pill - even where abortion is legal

Professor Seth Chandler comments on Texas lawsuit that could place nationwide ban on abortion pill.

A Houston man’s body was found in a car at police impound. What happened?

Professor David Kwok talks about police procedures in a Houston Chronicle article, "A Houston man’s body was found in a car at police impound. What happened?".

How the Super Bowl tests boundaries, including the Constitution

University of Houston Law Center assistant professor Aman Gebru speaks with ESPN about the NFL's approach to protecting the Super Bowl trademark.

Rent control is making a comeback

Professor Kellen Zale was quoted in the Yahoo News 360 article "Rent control is making a comeback" 

The Bill of Rights: The Sixth Amendment

In this regular series on Houston Public Media, Dean Leonard Baynes looks at how the The Bill of Rights relates to society today. Listen as he discusses the Sixth Amendment.

Trudeau stakes Canada's trade policy on NAFTA's resiliency

Professor Elizabeth Trujillo was quoted in a CBC news article regarding the North American Leaders' Summit in Mexico City

There were some big climate policy moves in 2022. What’s on tap for the new year?

Victor Flatt was quoted in a Grid News article on what he is keeping an eye on in the climate realm for 2023.

The Bill of Rights: The Fifth Amendment

In this regular series on Houston Public Media, Dean Leonard Baynes looks at how the The Bill of Rights relates to society today. Listen as he discusses the Fifth Amendment.

Opinion: Abbott's Christmas busing stunt makes me ashamed to be Texan

Teresa Messer wrote an opinion article in the Houston Chronicle regarding Texas Gov. Greg Abbott busing migrants to Washington, D.C.

These Latinos died in 2022. They made a mark on the nation's culture and institutions.

Michael A. Olivas was mentioned in an article on NBC News regarding his profound imprint on American institutions.

Wells Fargo agrees to pay $3.7B to settle charges of illegal activity

Jim Hawkins was mentioned in a Queen City News video regarding Wells Fargo's $3.7B settlement.

 

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