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The Baker Doctrine And The New Federalism: Developing Independent Constitutional Principles Under The Alaska Constitution, Thomas V. Van Flein
The Baker Doctrine And The New Federalism: Developing Independent Constitutional Principles Under The Alaska Constitution, Thomas V. Van Flein
Alaska Law Review
No abstract provided.
Alaska’S Merit Selection For Judges, Susie M. Dosik
Alaska’S Merit Selection For Judges, Susie M. Dosik
Alaska Law Review
No abstract provided.
Valuing Life: A Plea For Disaggregation, Cass R. Sunstein
Valuing Life: A Plea For Disaggregation, Cass R. Sunstein
Duke Law Journal
Each government agency uses a uniform figure to measure the value of a statistical life (VSL). This is a serious mistake. The very theory that underlies current practice calls for far more individuation of the relevant values. According to that theory, VSL should vary across risks. More controversially, VSL should vary across individuals -- even or especially if the result would be to produce a lower number for some people than for others. One practical implication is that a higher value should be given to programs that reduce cancer risks. Another is that government should use a higher VSL for …
Just Do It, Girardeau A. Spann
The Cycles Of Constitutional Theory, Barry Friedman
The Cycles Of Constitutional Theory, Barry Friedman
Law and Contemporary Problems
Friedman presents information on the cyclical nature of constitutional theory. Because constitutional theory is a reaction to the current developments of constitutional law, it is interesting to view constitutional issues through the framework of different historical circumstances.
The Indian Child Welfare Act And Iñupiat Customs: A Case Study Of Conflicting Values, With Suggestions For Change, Andrea V. W. Wan
The Indian Child Welfare Act And Iñupiat Customs: A Case Study Of Conflicting Values, With Suggestions For Change, Andrea V. W. Wan
Alaska Law Review
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