Education Department Staff Cuts and Their Impact on Disability Rights The recent reduction in staffing at the Education Department, particularly in the Office for Civil Rights (OCR), raises concerns that are both tricky and tangled when it comes to protecting the rights of children with disabilities. Families who have long struggled to secure appropriate accommodations […] More
Breaking New Ground in Arizona’s Legal Landscape Arizona’s legal market is undergoing a transformation that is both exciting and nerve-racking. Recent changes to rules in 2020 now allow nonlawyer ownership of law firms, opening the door to a host of new business models and creative legal service delivery. In this opinion editorial, we take a […] More
Amber Alerts and the Fight for Missing Indigenous People in Arizona In the wake of a heartbreaking tragedy, the case of 14-year-old Emily Pike has sparked a fierce debate among lawmakers and community members in Arizona. Emily’s death—a grim event marked by a disturbing and unsettling discovery—has become a rallying cry for supporters of a […] More
Arizona Consumer Protection in the Digital Age: The Urban Wood Settlement The recent settlement announced by Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes with Urban Wood, LLC has sparked considerable conversation among legal experts and consumer advocates alike. In a case that underscores both the opportunities and pitfalls of the digital marketplace, the settlement has set a […] More
Teen Accountability in Gang-Related Violence: An Editorial Overview The tragic death of Preston Lord, a 16-year-old victim of a violent encounter at a Halloween party, has sparked a wave of emotions and debate in communities across Arizona. The case, which involves a teenager’s guilty plea to manslaughter along with a series of related arrests, raises […] More
More for You: A Fresh Look at Legal Perspectives in Today’s Society The legal landscape remains one of the most discussed yet misunderstood realms in modern society. In an era of rapid change, legal issues are presented not only in courts but across media platforms, blogs, and social networks. This opinion editorial explores some of […] More
Online Verification and Legal Security: A Closer Look The digital era has ushered in a new landscape where verifying you are human is not just a technical requirement, but also a measure that affects our trust in online interactions and legal protections. Websites today often rely on security systems to distinguish between human users and […] More
Editorial: Facing the February Heatwave in Phoenix Area As we find ourselves moving through the final week of February, the Phoenix, Arizona area is bracing itself for a significant and somewhat intimidating warm-up as temperatures are expected to climb into the 80’s. Forecasting the Unusual Heat Wave Taking a closer look at the weekly forecast, […] More
Parsing the Tangled Web of Legal Writings: An Opinion Deciphering Legal Jargon: Dive into The Tangled Issues Navigating the realm of legal texts can sometimes feel like a journey through a maze filled with twists and turns. Legal jargon, with its Latin phrases, archaic language, and technical terms, can feel both intimidating and off-putting to […] More
Unraveling the Tangled Issues of Drone Legislation at the US-Mexico Border Arizona’s lawmakers are putting on a pause a controversial bill that could potentially enable local law enforcement to shoot down drones suspected of drug trafficking at the border. The decision comes after safety concerns were raised regarding the proposed legislation’s implications in densely populated […] More
Deciphering the Tricky Parts of the Death Penalty: The Case of Aaron Brian Gunches As a society, we face many intimidating issues, from technological advances to environmental dilemmas. However, few are as historically persistent and ethically challenging as the application of capital punishment – the death penalty. The recent case of Aaron Brian Gunches in […] More
Arizona State Troopers – A Spotlight on a Crucial Compensation Debate The ‘line of duty’ does not come cheap. Each day, individuals suited up in blue or khaki demonstrate a unique brand of courage, selflessly serving communities often acknowledging their services as just ‘part of the job’. However, numerous off-putting challenges need digging into in […] More