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Rethinking The Sovereign Status Of The Holy See: Towards A Greater Equality Of States And Greater Protection Of Citizens In United States Courts, James Fantau Apr 2011

Rethinking The Sovereign Status Of The Holy See: Towards A Greater Equality Of States And Greater Protection Of Citizens In United States Courts, James Fantau

Cardozo Journal of International and Comparative Law

The note advocates for the reclassification of the Holy See from a sovereign state to an instrumentality under the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act (FSIA). This change would enhance legal accountability, particularly in cases involving sexual abuse scandals, by allowing plaintiffs to sue the Holy See more effectively. The argument is based on legal tests, including the core functions test and the legal characteristics test, which suggest that the Holy See functions more as an instrumentality of the Vatican City State rather than a sovereign entity.


The Demise Of Class Actions Will Not Be Televised, Benjamin Sachs-Michaels Jan 2011

The Demise Of Class Actions Will Not Be Televised, Benjamin Sachs-Michaels

Cardozo Journal of Conflict Resolution

As evidenced by two recent Cardozo Journal of Conflict Resolution articles, class action waivers in arbitration clauses are currently a hot topic in the field of conflict resolution. With increasing frequency, arbitrators and courts are presented with class action waivers in compulsory arbitration agreements prohibiting the aggregation of claims. This Note argues that some courts have reversed course in their treatment of class action waivers contained in arbitration clauses. There is a new movement to find class waivers, and the arbitration clauses that harbor them, unenforceable. This Note further argues that while plaintiffs uniformly oppose class action waivers, defendants widely …


Alternative Dispute Resolution Expands Into Pre-Trial Practice: An Introduction To The Role Of E-Neutrals, Allison O. Skinner Jan 2011

Alternative Dispute Resolution Expands Into Pre-Trial Practice: An Introduction To The Role Of E-Neutrals, Allison O. Skinner

Cardozo Journal of Conflict Resolution

Alternative dispute resolution is a viable tool for case management. The use of a third party neutral for resolving discovery disputes and related pre-trial issues offers litigants an alternative for managing the pre-trial phase of a lawsuit in an efficient manner. Alternative dispute resolution is expanding into pre-trial practice in response to two forces: 1) Judicial budgetary constraints; and 2) E-discovery. Both factors require litigants to approach discovery in a manner that meets Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 1-"just, speedy and inexpensive determination of every action and proceeding"-and Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 37-"Failure to Make Disclosures or to Cooperate …


A Lesson From The Holocaust Restitution Movement For Armenians: Generate Momentum To Secure Restitution, Vartges Saroyan Jan 2011

A Lesson From The Holocaust Restitution Movement For Armenians: Generate Momentum To Secure Restitution, Vartges Saroyan

Cardozo Journal of Conflict Resolution

This Note proceeds in five parts. Part I provides a historical background of the events prior to and during the Armenian Genocide, and the claims arising out of the Genocide. Part II discusses the status of Genocide restitution and the roadblocks that continue to prevent widespread recovery. Part III explains the timeline of the Holocaust restitution movement and how advocates for restitution were finally able to have some success. Part IV proposes that Genocide-era claims be sought not only by filing lawsuits, but also by creating momentum through negotiation and other principles of ADR. Part V concludes by reiterating the …


After The Ecj's West Tankers: The Clash Of Civilizations On The Issue Of An Anti-Suit Injunction, Grace Gunah Kim Jan 2011

After The Ecj's West Tankers: The Clash Of Civilizations On The Issue Of An Anti-Suit Injunction, Grace Gunah Kim

Cardozo Journal of Conflict Resolution

This Note argues that the ECJ's West Tankers decision to ban an anti-suit injunction in Europe, coupled with the recent European Commission's reform proposals to govern arbitration within the jurisdictional framework of the Brussels Regulation No. 44/ 2001 ("Brussels Regulation"), directly clash with the United Nations Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards ("New York Convention") and practically amount to a blanket rule that bars English courts from upholding arbitration agreements.


Orphaned Art Consignors: Confusion In The Courts And The Ucc, Michael Madigan Jan 2011

Orphaned Art Consignors: Confusion In The Courts And The Ucc, Michael Madigan

Cardozo Arts & Entertainment Law Journal

No abstract provided.


The Use Of The Intent Doctrine To Expand The Rights Of Intended Homosexual Male Parents In Surrogacy Custody Disputes, Perri Koll Jan 2011

The Use Of The Intent Doctrine To Expand The Rights Of Intended Homosexual Male Parents In Surrogacy Custody Disputes, Perri Koll

Cardozo Journal of Equal Rights & Social Justice

The note advocates for the expansion of parental rights for homosexual male couples through surrogacy by promoting the intent doctrine and amending existing laws. It highlights the inconsistency in legal approaches across states and suggests that recognizing intended parenthood, regardless of sexual orientation, is essential for equality. The proposed solutions include adopting the intent doctrine nationwide and revising the Uniform Parentage Act to include same-sex couples.


Is The "Post" In Post-Racial The "Blind" In Colorblind?, Ian F. Haney López Jan 2011

Is The "Post" In Post-Racial The "Blind" In Colorblind?, Ian F. Haney López

Cardozo Law Review

No abstract provided.


Israel Oil Refineries Ltd. V. New Hampshire Insurance, Edna Arbel, Elyakim Rubinstein, Eliezer Rivlin Dec 2010

Israel Oil Refineries Ltd. V. New Hampshire Insurance, Edna Arbel, Elyakim Rubinstein, Eliezer Rivlin

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Facts: The Tel Aviv District Court granted a petition for the recognition of a judgment rendered by an English court, which had declared that an insurance policy issued by the respondent (New Hampshire Insurance) to an Israeli company, Oil Refineries Ltd. – the appellant – was void on the grounds that a substantial matter had not been disclosed to the issuer. The respondent brought the action in the English court after its sibling company (AIG Europe, which had underwritten the policy) had been served a third party notice in an Israeli proceeding brought against the appellant. The District Court …


Politics As Usual? The Political Question Doctrine In Holocaust Restitution Litigation, Sarah Willig Nov 2010

Politics As Usual? The Political Question Doctrine In Holocaust Restitution Litigation, Sarah Willig

Cardozo Law Review

No abstract provided.


The Usual Practice: Raising And Deciding Failure To Exhaust Administrative Remedies As An Affirmative Defense Under The Prison Litigation Reform Act, Joshua S. Moskovitz Apr 2010

The Usual Practice: Raising And Deciding Failure To Exhaust Administrative Remedies As An Affirmative Defense Under The Prison Litigation Reform Act, Joshua S. Moskovitz

Cardozo Law Review

No abstract provided.


The Place Of The Filmed Witness: From Nuremberg To The Khmer Rouge Trial, Christian Delage Mar 2010

The Place Of The Filmed Witness: From Nuremberg To The Khmer Rouge Trial, Christian Delage

Cardozo Law Review

No abstract provided.


Shakespeare On Screen: A Window To The Soul Of Law, Paul Raffield Mar 2010

Shakespeare On Screen: A Window To The Soul Of Law, Paul Raffield

Cardozo Law Review

No abstract provided.


The Prop 8 Decision And Courtroom Drama In The Youtube Age: Why Camera Use Should Be Permitted In Courtrooms During High Profile Civil Cases, Matthew E. Feinberg Jan 2010

The Prop 8 Decision And Courtroom Drama In The Youtube Age: Why Camera Use Should Be Permitted In Courtrooms During High Profile Civil Cases, Matthew E. Feinberg

Cardozo Journal of Equal Rights & Social Justice

No abstract provided.


Their Love Is Here To Stay: Why The Supreme Court Cannot Turn Back The Hands Of Time, Marsha B. Freeman Jan 2010

Their Love Is Here To Stay: Why The Supreme Court Cannot Turn Back The Hands Of Time, Marsha B. Freeman

Cardozo Journal of Equal Rights & Social Justice

No abstract provided.


A Practical Framework For Preventing "Mistrial By Twitter", Ebony Nicolas Jan 2010

A Practical Framework For Preventing "Mistrial By Twitter", Ebony Nicolas

Cardozo Arts & Entertainment Law Journal

No abstract provided.


Child Custody: Don't Worry, A Bet Din Can Get It Right, Jeffrey Haberman Jan 2010

Child Custody: Don't Worry, A Bet Din Can Get It Right, Jeffrey Haberman

Cardozo Journal of Conflict Resolution

This Note aims to explore the reasoning behind the state's reluctance to accept arbitration, including that of the bet din, as a means of resolving child custody disputes. The Note highlights the advantages of arbitration, both in general and when used to determine child custody. The Note examines the arguments proffered by the courts to justify the view that they, and not outside arbitrators, best resolve child custody battles. This Note argues that when two parties agree to arbitrate their divorce settlement before a bet din, the award should be given the same deference as a bet din's resolution of …


Second Class Citizens: The Case Against Unequal Military Healthcare Benefits For Puerto Rican Veterans, Mónica Matos-Desa Jan 2010

Second Class Citizens: The Case Against Unequal Military Healthcare Benefits For Puerto Rican Veterans, Mónica Matos-Desa

Cardozo Journal of Equal Rights & Social Justice

The note argues that Puerto Rican veterans and their families face unequal treatment under the TRICARE healthcare system due to Puerto Rico's status as an unincorporated territory. This inequality stems from historical legal frameworks that have perpetuated the notion of Puerto Ricans as second-class citizens, despite their significant contributions to the U.S. military. The note advocates for legislative changes to extend equal TRICARE Prime benefits to Puerto Rico, ensuring first-class citizenship for its residents.


Finding Fault With Defaults: New York Courts' Inconsistent Application Of Issue Preclusion To Default Judgments, David Noland Jan 2010

Finding Fault With Defaults: New York Courts' Inconsistent Application Of Issue Preclusion To Default Judgments, David Noland

Cardozo Law Review

No abstract provided.


Disclosure Of Juror Identities To The Press: Who Will Speak For The Jurors?, Kenneth J. Melilli Oct 2009

Disclosure Of Juror Identities To The Press: Who Will Speak For The Jurors?, Kenneth J. Melilli

Cardozo Public Law, Policy & Ethics Journal

The article argues that courts misapply the First Amendment right of access by disclosing juror identities, which can lead to harassment. It advocates for concealing juror information to protect them, similar to how soldiers are protected after service. The solution proposed is to respect jurors' preferences regarding disclosure.


Privacy In The Age Of Tracking Technology: Why G.P.S. Technology Should Not Be Used To Track Process Servers, Talia E. Neri Oct 2009

Privacy In The Age Of Tracking Technology: Why G.P.S. Technology Should Not Be Used To Track Process Servers, Talia E. Neri

Cardozo Public Law, Policy & Ethics Journal

The article argues that the expansion of GPS technology in the process service industry and workplace surveillance raises significant Fourth Amendment concerns, as it erodes privacy expectations and creates a chilling effect on personal autonomy. While courts have upheld the use of GPS in certain employment contexts, the author contends that such surveillance often outweighs its benefits, particularly when less intrusive alternatives are available. The analysis critiques the legal standards governing surveillance, particularly the "readily available" standard from United States v. Kyllo, and advocates for a more balanced approach that prioritizes privacy protections.


The Future For Collected Prosecutorial Evidence At The International Criminal Tribunal For Rwanda, Gerda Visser Jul 2009

The Future For Collected Prosecutorial Evidence At The International Criminal Tribunal For Rwanda, Gerda Visser

Cardozo Public Law, Policy & Ethics Journal

The article focuses on the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) and its Office of the Prosecutor (OTP), emphasizing the need to balance the preservation of sensitive information with the public's right to access historical records. It highlights the ICTR's role in developing international criminal law standards and the challenges of managing its vast archive, particularly regarding witness protection, privacy, and future prosecutions. The article proposes establishing an international judicial archive with a legal reviewing body to oversee access to the OTP database, ensuring transparency while safeguarding sensitive data.


Overcoming Soviet Legacy: Non-Enforcement Of The Judgments Of The European Court Of Human Rights By The Russian Judiciary, Yulia Dernovsky Jul 2009

Overcoming Soviet Legacy: Non-Enforcement Of The Judgments Of The European Court Of Human Rights By The Russian Judiciary, Yulia Dernovsky

Cardozo Journal of International and Comparative Law

The note examines the challenges Russia faces in its interactions with the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR), highlighting the surge in complaints against Russia and the country's increasing resistance to the ECtHR's rulings. It explores the ECtHR's evolving role in interpreting the European Convention on Human Rights as a living instrument and the tensions arising from Russia's domestic legal framework and political hostility toward the Court. The analysis underscores the need for both internal reforms in Russia and external adjustments to the ECtHR's procedures to address the growing caseload and ensure compliance with human rights standards.


Making The Interests Of The Child Paramount: Representation For Children In The Hague Convention On The Civil Aspects Of International Child Abduction, Elizabeth Pitman Jul 2009

Making The Interests Of The Child Paramount: Representation For Children In The Hague Convention On The Civil Aspects Of International Child Abduction, Elizabeth Pitman

Cardozo Journal of International and Comparative Law

The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction, while innovative in addressing child welfare, fails to ensure children's independent representation in proceedings, undermining their ability to voice their interests. This Note advocates for amending the Convention to require legal representation for children in all cases, aligning it with the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), which guarantees children the right to express their views in judicial proceedings. The absence of such representation leads to incomplete records and inadequate protection of children's best interests, as highlighted by cases like Arianna Adan. Ensuring independent …


From The Chair, Lela P. Love Jul 2009

From The Chair, Lela P. Love

Articles

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Islamic Headscarves And Slippery Slopes, Murat Borovali Jun 2009

Islamic Headscarves And Slippery Slopes, Murat Borovali

Cardozo Law Review

No abstract provided.


Beyond Borders: Disassembling The State-Based Model Of Federal Forum Fairness, Jamelle C. Sharpe Jun 2009

Beyond Borders: Disassembling The State-Based Model Of Federal Forum Fairness, Jamelle C. Sharpe

Cardozo Law Review

No abstract provided.


Religious Arguments And The United States Supreme Court: A Review Of Amicus Curiae Briefs Filed By Religious Organizations, Andrew S. Mansfield Apr 2009

Religious Arguments And The United States Supreme Court: A Review Of Amicus Curiae Briefs Filed By Religious Organizations, Andrew S. Mansfield

Cardozo Public Law, Policy & Ethics Journal

The article examines the role of religious organizations in shaping legal arguments before the Supreme Court, particularly in cases involving morally charged issues. It highlights the tension between the Court's avoidance of explicit religious discussions in its decisions and the significant influence of religious amicus briefs. The analysis reveals two primary approaches: limiting religion's role in government and advocating for religion's active participation in public life to define a common good. The Court's silence on religious matters contrasts with the substantial religious arguments presented in briefs, which often emphasize ethical and legal perspectives rooted in religious beliefs.


Changing Language, Unchanging Standard: From 'Satisfied Conscience' To 'Moral Certainty' And 'Beyond Reasonable Doubt', Barbara Shapiro Apr 2009

Changing Language, Unchanging Standard: From 'Satisfied Conscience' To 'Moral Certainty' And 'Beyond Reasonable Doubt', Barbara Shapiro

Cardozo Journal of International and Comparative Law

The article explores the historical evolution of the "beyond reasonable doubt" standard in Anglo-American law, tracing its roots to earlier concepts such as "satisfied conscience" and "moral certainty." These ideas, influenced by Christian casuistry and Enlightenment thought, were integral to the development of legal evidence standards. The standard became a cornerstone of criminal jurisprudence, reflecting a shift from religious to secular language while maintaining a high threshold for conviction.


Purposivism And Institutional Competence In Statutory Interpretation, Michael Herz Apr 2009

Purposivism And Institutional Competence In Statutory Interpretation, Michael Herz

Articles

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