Want to Do Better Work? Just Say No

“Because most of what we say and do is not essential. If you can eliminate it, you’ll have more time and more tranquility. Ask yourself at every moment, ‘Is this necessary?’” ~ Marcus Aurelius Summer is a great time to reflect on the last academic year. As you do, consider, for a moment, all the…

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Brown-Dean to Lead the Allbritton Center

Dr. Khalilah Brown-Dean has been named executive director of the Allbritton Center for the Study of Public Life and university professor Wesleyan University. Brown-Dean — a community-engaged scholar and academic leader who creates spaces for collaboration and understanding — takes the helm at the center, where students learn about civic and community engagement to human…

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Estimating Earnings Impact of Driver’s License Revocations in North Carolina – North Carolina Criminal Law

This blog post was co-authored by Jessica Smith. In North Carolina, driver’s licenses are revoked for failure to appear in court (FTA) and failure to pay court-ordered monetary obligations (FTP). Not having a valid driver’s license is at best an inconvenience—relying on others to drive to get groceries—but at worst can have a major impact…

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Breaking New Ground: Cannabis at the 2024 California State Fair

Move aside deep-fried Oreos—this year’s California State Fair is making history with the introduction of cannabis! For the first time in its 170-year history, California is inviting fair-goers to purchase and enjoy cannabis products directly on site. The decision celebrates the state’s vibrant agricultural and cannabis heritage, and showcases winners of the 2024 California State…

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Adobe Will Update Terms Of Service Agreement After Customers Who Actually Read That Long Document Express Concerns About AI And Privacy

Most people presented with a long, boilerplate contract will simply sign it without reading because they have to in order to get a loan or use their new game console. Even esteemed former federal judge Richard Posner admitted back in 2010 that he signed a 100-page home equity loan agreement without reading it. But some…

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Lighting Up the Legal Scene: How Cannabis Arbitration Can Ease the Burden on California Courts

When California opened up for recreational cannabis licensing in 2018, cannabis businesses began sprouting up like wildflowers. This growth has been exciting but due to market volatility and the decline in the state’s cannabis market, legal disputes are also on the rise. California courts are now jam-packed with cannabis-related disputes to the consternation of many…

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Morning Docket: 07.09.24

* Remember yesterday when we commented on the puzzlingly abrupt resignation of a Trump judge? It’s… no longer puzzling. We’ll have a deep dive on this momentarily. [Law360] * Rich people are freezing themselves and trying to set up indefinite trusts to fund their revival years. In case you really wanted to wreck the Rule…

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Diddy Even Bother Proof Reading? — See Also

Sean Comb’s Attorneys Didn’t Turn Off Track Changes: Not sure what they were going for! This Calls For Drastic Measures: Tradition goes to the wayside when you need to make up for missed cash. Looks Like Its Curtains For Golden Gate: The law school will remain closed. Quick Lesson On Blackmailing Judges: Don’t do it!…

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Exploring new horizons: the rise of non-traditional study abroad in Latin America

There’s a growing movement toward non-traditional study abroad locations, which often offer students a more cost-effective immersive experience. One region increasingly attracting attention is Latin America, with Guatemala’s historic city of Antigua standing out as a beacon for students seeking something new. At the centre of this shift is Maximo Nivel, an organisation committed to…

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