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Why the Tea Party Loves the 10th Amendment
By Stephanie Rabiner, Esq. | Last updated on
The 10th Amendment, the darling of the Tea Party, supports states' rights. You've likely heard some version of this phrase invoked by presidential candidates...
Super Bowl Gambling: Illegal or Harmless Fun?
By Cynthia Hsu, Esq. | Last updated on
Millions of Americans will tune in February 5 to see the Giants and Patriots play in Super Bowl 46. Some might even want to wager a bit of money on the game....
Should Student Loans be Discharged in Bankruptcy?
By Andrew Chow, Esq. | Last updated on
College graduates should be allowed to discharge student loans in bankruptcy, an influential bankruptcy lawyers' group recommends. And there's a renewed effort...
San Antonio Takes Animal Laws to New Level
By Stephanie Rabiner, Esq. | Last updated on
Every Friday morning at the San Antonio Municipal Courthouse in Texas, Judge Daniel Guerrero takes on the dogs -- and their owners. He's even met a cat or...
Why ProtectMarriage Didn't File Prop. 8 Review at Supreme Court
By Stephanie Rabiner, Esq. | Last updated on
California's Proposition 8 won't be heading to the Supreme Court just yet. Instead of appealing to the nation's highest court, the Protect Marriage coalition...
Parents Arrested When a Kid Misses School?
By Stephanie Rabiner, Esq. | Last updated on
Can a parent be arrested when a kid misses school? There are more and more stories about such arrests, with the latest coming out of Lake County, Fla....