Explore the Ecological Wonders of the Galapagos Islands: A Walk on the Wild Side As my camera lens zoomed in on the head of a long-necked giant tortoise that was in the wild yet less than 10 feet in front of me, I thought to myself that the face of this bizarre creature really does look like E.T. (27 views)
CASE OF THE DRUG-SNIFFING DOGS Two weeks ago the Supreme Court handed down its 6-2 opinion in Illinois v. Caballes. The case was not exactly a landmark in Fourth Amendment jurisprudence, but it deserved more attention than we of the press accorded it. The case turned on evidence supplied by a drug-sniffing dog. (592 views)
Uncovering the Financial Secrets: The Forbidden Word in Financial Planning Thank you for reading. I hope you'll stick around until paragraph four, or even five, but if you don't I'll understand. (5 views)
Planning a Romantic Valentine's Day Getaway: Tips to Make it Special Why would my husband Bob and I think Cap Juluca is the most romantic getaway in the Caribbean? The reasons seem as numerous as the curves on its stark, white buildings. Obviously, viewers of the ''Today'' show agreed, since they chose it for the show's first destination wedding last November. And any couple would find it ideal for a Valentine's Day vacation. (24 views)
How Winning a Lawsuit Can Impact Your Reputation: A Lesson Learned from an Important Win We of the press recently won a victory in the courts of California. I'm sorry we won. As a partisan of a press that is both free and responsible, I express regret. This was a case we should have lost. (7 views)
What are the Disadvantages of Using Plastic Money? A Comprehensive Overview Last weekend, my wife was cleaning out her old office whilst I was preparing for a Monday meeting with our accountant. It is tax season, after all. For most of the day it was the usual: occasional breaks to play with the kids, lots of moving boxes hither and thither, and me pattering away on the keyboard. (21 views)
How to Sue: A Guide to Understanding Your Rights in the US Legal System Suing—in the United States, it's almost as American as baseball, hot dogs, and apple pie. (165 views)
Just the Sea and Thee: Chartered Yacht Getaways And the sea will grant each man new hope, as sleep brings dreams of home. — Christopher Columbus (58 views)
"The Struggle to Find a Place for Moses in the Legal Profession" - How to Become a Successful Lawyer Despite Overcrowding Is there any room for Moses in an American courthouse? Or must the old lawgiver of Exodus 20 be forever banished into outer darkness? (23 views)
Strategies to Streamline Your Personal Finances and Avoid Tedious Drudgery There's so much unpleasantness involved in keeping financial house — receipts that multiply like bunnies, the incessant parade of bills, ever-changing tax laws, retirement account acronyms, and a forest's worth of ''consumer agreements'' that become obsolete before trash pickup. I'm not sure which is more stressful: Trying to make smart money decisions or getting through... (4 views)
Experience South Beach Luxury - A Review of the Ritz-Carlton Miami This last year has been a long one. You worked day and night to make it a successful time, and you are ready for some marvelous rest and relaxation. This time you want something more, a holiday that really rewards you for all your hard work. And a little sun this time of year would be nice as well. So, close your eyes and imagine this: a pristine beach, private cabanas, a... (34 views)
Uncover the Truth about Pay-to-Play Politics in Philadelphia: An Inside Look at Upcoming Trial With a little help from the FBI, a federal jury will get a rare chance this week to eavesdrop on an unseemly side of politics in this famously corrupt city. (100 views)
Guilty Until Proven Innocent: How to Contest False Accusations and Fight to Clear Your Name Better a guilty man remain free than an innocent man be imprisoned. That is the bedrock of the American judicial system. But a closer look would show the foundation of jurisprudence is not as incontrovertible as we would like to believe. (87 views)
How to Build an Enviable Home Office: Tips and Ideas for Professional, Efficient Work Spaces Overworked? Looking for a weekend distraction? Want something quick and different to take you away from the reality of emails, voicemails, and black and blueberries? Then these imaginative retreats fit the bill. Sit back and read about these unusual lodgings that feed your imagination. (20 views)
Chertoff praised as good choice to run Homeland Security, work with both parties When President Clinton took office, he fired all the U.S. attorneys who had served under his Republican predecessor except one: New Jersey U.S. Attorney Michael Chertoff. Chertoff had won support from a high-profile Democrat, then-Sen. Bill Bradley, who asked that he be kept on. (7 views)
How Grownups Can Benefit from Sports Camps: Not Just for Kids Anymore Remember when you were a kid and you got to go off to camp—the freedom of being away from your parents and a place to get into all sorts of mischief? Well, you have grown up, and so have camps. There are now camps just for adults. Short-sheeting each other's beds is out, but you can still have a lot of fun and learn a new skill while you are at it. Here are some... (31 views)
Abortion Rights Supporters Mobilize: Opponents See Hope in Balancing Regulatory Climate Heather Brewer has never known a world in which abortions were illegal. (13 views)
Navigating Difficult Legal Scenarios: Tips & Tactics for Lawyers Tired of the same old, same old? You know, the hotel room that looks just like the last one you stayed in, and you wake up asking yourself, ''Now, exactly where am I?'' You will have no problem figuring out where you are in the hotels listed here. These unique dwellings offer you much more than just a spot to rest your head. They provide one-of-a-kind experiences. So,... (46 views)
What happens to a man's digital world access after his death As more of our personal lives go digital, family members, estate attorneys and online service providers are increasingly grappling with what happens to those information bits when their owners die. (3 views)
SarbOx creation to protect investors interest in Financial dealings On July 30, 2002, the president signed into law the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. At the signing, President Bush explained that the act was designed to ''deter and punish corporate and accounting fraud and corruption, ensure justice for wrongdoers, and protect the interests of workers and shareholders.'' Two and a half years later, most of those whose day-to-day lives have been... (290 views)
Strategically Position Yourself in the Political Arena as a Law Student: Get Involved with Volunteer Opportunities During the presidential elections of 2004, law student volunteers were out in full force working on political campaigns. Now, with the major political campaigns over, law students have all but abandoned their posts as political volunteers. Yet, excellent opportunities to get involved and gain experience still exist. (142 views)
How To Get the Most Out of Your Legal Career | LawCrossing As hard as you have worked this year, you may just want to plan a vacation that offers plenty of rest and relaxation. That is certainly understandable. But maybe what you need is a break that allows you to touch your more creative or adventurous side. There are learning vacations that let you explore almost any topic you can imagine, but here are a few that are guaranteed... (13 views)
Southern Utah University Students Rally to Re-Hire Fired Professor Students at Southern Utah University are rallying behind a professor who was fired after using the f-word in class, prompting a debate about the school's tolerance for diversity. (71 views)
The Benefits of Eco-Tourism & Find Responsible Getaways for a Pleasurable Vacation Daydreaming about a getaway to take you away from briefs, depositions, and recycled air? How about one that actually supports the environments and the cultures of the places you visit? That is what eco-tourism is all about. You can take low-impact Jeep tours, explore island wildlife, or even work alongside scientists to help preserve sagebrush steppe. Not only do you get... (12 views)
LGBTQ+ Marriage Debate Grows Across US: What You Need to Know Although the U.S. Supreme Court has declined to become involved-at least for now-same-sex marriages are growing legal as well as moral issues in courtrooms and legislatures across the country. (33 views)
Discover the Benefits of Becoming an Attorney on the Road Less Traveled You've worked hard and are ready for a break. Heck, you've earned one. But you want an experience that mixes exercise and strength training while enjoying the finer things in life: beautiful landscapes, great food, and delicious wines. What to do? How about bike trips? (13 views)
Medical Marijuana Case Illustrates Conflict Between Federal and State Law In a case with potential ramifications broader than the issue at hand, the U.S. Supreme Court is considering whether to allow sick patients to smoke marijuana to relieve their pain if their doctors recommend it. (412 views)
How a 'Terminator'-Style Governance Model Could Impact the US Presidency Hollywood actor turned governor Arnold Schwarzenegger is ready to make the big move across country from Sacramento to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. Governor Schwarzenegger has made it no secret that he has his sights set on capturing the role of president in 2008, providing the Constitution is amended to allow foreign-born naturalized American citizens to run for the... (128 views)
Explore Winter Wonderland: Planning a Ski Trip Getaway When that first snowflake gently cascades to the earth, some people romanticize about cocooning next to a fireplace, wrapped in a quilt, reading a good book. Winter is about relaxing in the warmth of your family, snug and sound. Get real! Snow means it is time to head out to the slopes. There are mountains to conquer and new techniques to discover. So grab your skis or... (42 views)
Altering the Power in the White House: Bush Cabinet Shake Up As soon as President George W. Bush secured his second term, the guessing game began about who would make up the revamped Bush Cabinet. Dr. David N. Atkinson, professor of political science and law at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, presaged, ''I do expect there to be changes in the cabinet. I do not, however, expect anyone to be appointed who is not ideologically... (103 views)