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Family Law, Allison Anna Tait
Testing Sex, Rachel Rebouché
Vape Away: Why A Minimalist Regulatory Structure Is The Best Option For Fda E-Cigarette Regulation, Nick Dantino
Vape Away: Why A Minimalist Regulatory Structure Is The Best Option For Fda E-Cigarette Regulation, Nick Dantino
University of Richmond Law Review
No abstract provided.
Corporate And Business Law, Laurence V. Parker Jr.
Corporate And Business Law, Laurence V. Parker Jr.
University of Richmond Law Review
No abstract provided.
Family Law, Sharon K. Lieblich
Family Law, Sharon K. Lieblich
University of Richmond Law Review
No abstract provided.
Spelling Out Lgbt: Enumerating Sexual Orientation In Virginia's Anti-Bullying Law, Melissa Wright
Spelling Out Lgbt: Enumerating Sexual Orientation In Virginia's Anti-Bullying Law, Melissa Wright
University of Richmond Law Review
No abstract provided.
2010-2011 Veterans Law Update, Kathleen Dwyer, Alec Kast, Scott A. Sigmon, Andrew E. Tarne
2010-2011 Veterans Law Update, Kathleen Dwyer, Alec Kast, Scott A. Sigmon, Andrew E. Tarne
Law Student Publications
Part I will cover updates related directly to veterans' benefits and rights. Part II will focus on updates to rules involving veterans' caregivers and healthcare facilities. Part III will cover proposed rules dealing with veterans' claims and insurance. Part IV will focus on rules and case law covering the VA's procedures and operating regulations.
Election Law, Christopher R. Nolen, Jeff Palmore
Election Law, Christopher R. Nolen, Jeff Palmore
University of Richmond Law Review
Other than a few controversial measures, the 2012 Virginia General Assembly made modest changes to Virginia's laws re-garding the administration and conduct of elections. Most activity in this arena concerned issues that had significant federal election implications: specifically, the adoption of changes to strengthen Virginia's existing voter identification law and the enactment of a congressional redistricting plan. This article surveys developments in Virginia election law for the latter part of 2011and the 2012 General Assembly session. The focus is on those statutory developments that have significance or general applicability to the implementation of Virginia's election laws. Consequently, not every election-related …
Land Use And Zoning Law, Philip Carter Strother, Andrew E. Tarne
Land Use And Zoning Law, Philip Carter Strother, Andrew E. Tarne
University of Richmond Law Review
No abstract provided.
With Great Technology Comes Great Responsibility: Virginia's Legislative Approach To Combating Cyberbullying, Kelsey Farbotko
With Great Technology Comes Great Responsibility: Virginia's Legislative Approach To Combating Cyberbullying, Kelsey Farbotko
Law Student Publications
This comment will examine Virginia’s statutory response to the growing problem of cyberbullying, focusing particularly on the bills introduced in the most recent Virginia General Assembly session. Section II will define cyberbullying and other cybercrimes, as well as discuss the effects of this form of harassment and the importance of regulating speech in this manner. Section III will describe current statutes that regulate cyberbullying, as well as the three bills that came before the Virginia General Assembly in its 2011 session. Particularly important is House Bill 2059, which differs from the other two bills not only because it was the …
Legislative Control Of The Menhaden Fishery, Matthew G. Curtis
Legislative Control Of The Menhaden Fishery, Matthew G. Curtis
Law Student Publications
This article aims to highlight the unique stance taken by Virginia’s legislature and explain why this management is better left to the commission responsible for managing every other fishery in the Commonwealth. While there may not be a conclusive link between reduction industry practices and a decline in water quality, Virginia’s legislators should recognize the shift towards an ecosystem-based model as the most effective way to sustainably manage fisheries and all natural resources.
"Till Death (Or Doma) Does Us Part": How Doma Imposes An Unconstitutional Classifying And Coercive Condition On Federal Funding In The Wake Of Massachusetts V. United States Department Of Health And Human Services, Erin Bender
Law Student Publications
Part II of this Note provides a short legislative history of DOMA and an overview of Spending Clause jurisprudence. Part III provides an overview of Judge Tauro‘s opinion in Massachusetts. Finally, Part IV of this Note analyzes Section Three of DOMA under the proposed classifying/coercive condition approach to the Spending Clause and concludes that Section Three of DOMA would be unconstitutional as either type of condition.
Environmental Law, Caleb A. Jaffe, Sean M. Carney
Environmental Law, Caleb A. Jaffe, Sean M. Carney
University of Richmond Law Review
No abstract provided.
Construction Law, Christopher G. Hill
Construction Law, Christopher G. Hill
University of Richmond Law Review
This article will review recent case law and legislative enactments in Virginia of significance to Virginia's contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers and design professionals. The article will also discuss the growing sustainable or "green" building trend in Virginia and elsewhere and the potential issues that this relatively new phenomenon will raise.
Wills, Trusts, And Estates, J. Rodney Johnson
Wills, Trusts, And Estates, J. Rodney Johnson
University of Richmond Law Review
The 2010 Session of the General Assembly enacted wills, trusts, and estates legislation (i) adopting the Uniform Power ofAttorney Act, (ii) passing emergency legislation for the construction of tax-oriented wills and trusts of persons who die during 2010 with documents drafted prior thereto, (iii) revising the small-estate statutes, and (iv) clarifying the burial power of attorney. In addition, there were six other enactments, and seven opinions from the Supreme Court of Virginia during the one-year period ending June 1, 2010 that present issues of interest in thisarea. This article reports on all of these legislative and judicial developments, along with …
Prosecute The Cheerleader, Save The World?: Asserting Federal Jurisdiction Over Child Pornography Crimes Committed Through “Sexting”, Isaac A. Mcbeth
Prosecute The Cheerleader, Save The World?: Asserting Federal Jurisdiction Over Child Pornography Crimes Committed Through “Sexting”, Isaac A. Mcbeth
Law Student Publications
This comment explores the possible scenarios in which sexting could give rise to prosecution under Protection of Children Against Sexual Exploitation Act of 1977 (“PCASEA”) for transporting, distributing, receiving, or possessing child pornography.2 Part II provides background information on the practice and prevalence of sexting. Part III discusses the definition of child pornography within the meaning of federal law and applies that definition to sexting. Part IV presents the concept of the transporting or shipping in interstate or foreign commerce jurisdictional hook and its potential relation to sexting. Part V applies the principles of statutory interpretation to the relevant provisions …
Legislating In The Dark: How Congress Regulates Tax-Exempt Organizations In Ignorance, John F. Coverdale
Legislating In The Dark: How Congress Regulates Tax-Exempt Organizations In Ignorance, John F. Coverdale
University of Richmond Law Review
No abstract provided.
Health Care Law, Kathleen M. Mccauley, Kristi L. Vanderlaan
Health Care Law, Kathleen M. Mccauley, Kristi L. Vanderlaan
University of Richmond Law Review
No abstract provided.
Labor And Employment Law, Vijay K. Mago, Nancy B. Sasser, Allison M. Perry
Labor And Employment Law, Vijay K. Mago, Nancy B. Sasser, Allison M. Perry
University of Richmond Law Review
No abstract provided.
Taxation, Craig D. Bell
Small V. United States: Defining "Any" As A Subset Of "Any", Lee G. Lester
Small V. United States: Defining "Any" As A Subset Of "Any", Lee G. Lester
University of Richmond Law Review
"It shall be unlawful for any person.., who has been convicted in any court of a crime punishable by imprisonment for a term exceeding one year ... to ship or transport in interstate or foreign commerce, or possess in or affecting commerce, any firearm or ammunition ...." Although this statute, 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(1), was enacted to keep firearms out of the hands of persons not entitled to possess them because of their criminal backgrounds, the scope of this statute has been controversial. Specifically, the federal circuits have disagreed as to whether the phrase "any court" applies to foreign courts …
Reforming U.S. Immigration Policy In An Era Of Latin American Immigration: The Logic Inherent In Accommodating The Inevitable, Ryan D. Frei
Reforming U.S. Immigration Policy In An Era Of Latin American Immigration: The Logic Inherent In Accommodating The Inevitable, Ryan D. Frei
University of Richmond Law Review
No abstract provided.
Try, Try Again: Will Congress Ever Get It Right? A Summary Of Internet Pornography Laws Protecting Children And Possible Solutions, Susan Hanley Kosse
Try, Try Again: Will Congress Ever Get It Right? A Summary Of Internet Pornography Laws Protecting Children And Possible Solutions, Susan Hanley Kosse
University of Richmond Law Review
No abstract provided.
Criminal Law, Marla Graff Decker, Stephen R. Mccullough
Criminal Law, Marla Graff Decker, Stephen R. Mccullough
University of Richmond Law Review
No abstract provided.
Antitrust And Trade Regulation Law, Michael F. Urbanski, James R. Creekmore, Ellen S. Moore
Antitrust And Trade Regulation Law, Michael F. Urbanski, James R. Creekmore, Ellen S. Moore
University of Richmond Law Review
No abstract provided.
Legal Issues Involving Children, Robert E. Shepherd Jr.
Legal Issues Involving Children, Robert E. Shepherd Jr.
University of Richmond Law Review
No abstract provided.
Real Estate Law, Brian R. Marron, Christopher M. Gill
Real Estate Law, Brian R. Marron, Christopher M. Gill
University of Richmond Law Review
No abstract provided.
Taxation, Craig D. Bell
Corporate And Business Law, C. Porter Vaughan Iii, David I. Meyers, W. Lake Taylor Jr.
Corporate And Business Law, C. Porter Vaughan Iii, David I. Meyers, W. Lake Taylor Jr.
University of Richmond Law Review
No abstract provided.