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Michigan Supreme Court Records And Briefs: New Access To A Historical Resource, Virginia Thomas
Michigan Supreme Court Records And Briefs: New Access To A Historical Resource, Virginia Thomas
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The author describes a successful 3-year collaboration among publishers, academic law libraries and, of course, the Michigan Supreme Court, that resulted in digitizing Michigan Supreme Court records and briefs from 1850 through 2011 and making these items accessible online.
Roadside Zoo: A Term In Search Of Legal Definition?, Virginia C. Thomas
Roadside Zoo: A Term In Search Of Legal Definition?, Virginia C. Thomas
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This article uses the example of “roadside zoo” to highlight the importance of clear definition for terms used in a legal context.
Where’S The Beef, Turkey, Butter, Cheese, Or Other Animal Ingredient?, Virginia C. Thomas
Where’S The Beef, Turkey, Butter, Cheese, Or Other Animal Ingredient?, Virginia C. Thomas
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The author discusses current challenges presented by federal and state labeling laws and standards pertaining to plant-based meat alternative food products.
Balancing Services And Safety During The Pandemic: One Law Library’S Story, Virginia C. Thomas
Balancing Services And Safety During The Pandemic: One Law Library’S Story, Virginia C. Thomas
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Michigan’s academic law libraries, which have provided access to their extensive collections to legal professionals and pro per patrons alike, have had to rethink how to do so in effective, but contactless, ways. In the middle of this pandemic, how can we continue to get legal information to those who need it— and safely?
Cultivating Legal Research Skills, Jan B. Bissett, Margi Heinen
Cultivating Legal Research Skills, Jan B. Bissett, Margi Heinen
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Of Plain English And Plain Meaning, Virginia C. Thomas
Of Plain English And Plain Meaning, Virginia C. Thomas
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Uelma: The Uniform Electronic Legal Material Act, Marlene Coir, Virginia C. Thomas
Uelma: The Uniform Electronic Legal Material Act, Marlene Coir, Virginia C. Thomas
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At the federal, state, and local levels, primary legal materials are increasingly being made available to the public in electronic format. It is a matter of great concern to attorneys and legal researchers that these electronic resources routinely include caveats and disclaimers regarding their authenticity and official status. Until recently, however, state and local governments have seldom guaranteed that these resources would be updated, maintained, and securely archived for the benefit of their citizens. In July 2011, the National Conference of Commissioners on Uniform State Laws approved the text of the Uniform Electronic Legal Material Act (UELMA). As drafted, this …
Researching Environmental Justice: A Conversation, Virginia C. Thomas, William W. Lefevre
Researching Environmental Justice: A Conversation, Virginia C. Thomas, William W. Lefevre
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency defines environmental justice as “the fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of race, color, national origin, or income with respect to the development, implementation, and enforcement of environmental laws, regulations, and policies.” The concerns that arise in this complex environmental context extend beyond the scope of traditional legal research resources to include historical, social, scientific, and governmental documents that reside in unique archival collections.
Through the conversation that follows, senior archivist William LeFevre of the Walter P. Reuther Library shares his experience and insights on how archival resources can provide essential support …
What's Up, Dockets?, Virginia C. Thomas
What's Up, Dockets?, Virginia C. Thomas
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Animal Law Developments, Virginia C. Thomas
Animal Law Developments, Virginia C. Thomas
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Michigan Rulemaking, Virginia C. Thomas
Michigan Rulemaking, Virginia C. Thomas
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