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Trump’s EPA to Eliminate Limits on Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Power Plants
By J.P. Finet, J.D. | Reviewed by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
In 2024, the Biden administration adopted rules intended to reduce greenhouse-gas emissions from some coal and natural gas power plants. The rules encouraged...
Check Before Clicking That Voter Registration Ad: Some Non-Official Sites Are Selling Your Personal Data
By Natalie Moritz | Reviewed by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
If you’ve been scrolling through social media lately, you’ve probably seen ads reminding you to register to vote. At first glance, these ads seem like a...
Take the Lotion, Leave the Bathrobe: What You Can Legally Keep From a Hotel Room
By Kit Yona, M.A. | Reviewed by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
Maybe it was an accident, or maybe you just really appreciated how plush the towel in your hotel room was. Either way, it ended up in your luggage and is now...
“We’re Going to Stick a Camera Up Your A**”: Is It Legal for My Employer to Monitor Me at Work?
By Mariana Petersen, J.D. | Reviewed by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
The headline comes from John Morgan of the well-known law firm Morgan & Morgan. In an interview, the lawyer described monitoring measures that include...
Do You Really ‘Own’ Your Digital Games? Sony Lawsuit Highlights the Fine Print of Licensing
By Natalie Moritz | Reviewed by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
When you purchase a digital copy of a game, movie, or book, what are you really paying for? Most consumers assume they’re purchasing ownership of the game. But...
What Colorado River Water Cuts Mean for Arizona, California, and Nevada Residents
By Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Reviewed by Catherine Hodder, Esq. | Last updated on
The temporary plan still leaves unresolved conflicts over water rights and the river’s future If you live in Arizona, California, or Nevada, a new federal...