The latest attack on efforts to support diversity comes in the form of a lawsuit targeting Northwestern University’s law school. The suit accuses the school’s faculty and administration of snubbing high-profile white male applicants. The 30-page complaint gets so many facts wrong that it is difficult to know where to begin. Since the plaintiffs decided…
The National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) and dozens of providers have filed a class action lawsuit against UnitedHealth Group (UHG) for losses from the Change Healthcare cyberattack that happened earlier this year. The plaintiffs argued that Change Healthcare, which was acquired by UHG in 2022, didn’t take adequate precautions against the attack and caused major…
Effective nonprofit financial management is a team effort. Having multiple people working on your organization’s finances helps ensure accuracy—not only by delegating tasks efficiently, but also by allowing for additional review of records and reports. Plus, different professionals bring unique perspectives and experience to the table so your nonprofit can make the best possible financial…
This post summarizes published criminal law and related cases released by the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals during June 2024. Cases of potential interest to state practitioners are summarized monthly. Previous summaries of Fourth Circuit cases are available here. 18 U.S.C. 922(g)(1) is not facially unconstitutional U.S. v. Canada, 103 F.4th 257 (June 3, 2024)….
* Group tries to make Kim Davis the vehicle for re-banning marriage equality. How does this keep coming back to the same schmucks? [Kentucky Lantern] * Trump sues over Harris using Biden-Harris money as if her name isn’t right there. [Reuters] * Biden takes a page from his rivals and embraces judicial nominees who can…
Xin Hu and Catherine Flynn, researchers at Monash University in Australia, conducted a study with internatiaonals from across the student body who identified in some way as LGBTQ+. Using examples of people from all different backgrounds, as well as sexualities and gender identities, Hu and Flynn endeavoured to find out how intersectionality could affect the…
Introduce yourself in three words or phrases. Passionate… a very determined person… and I get bored so easily! What do you like most about your job? I think the global perspective. That idea of being able to work with the business schools around the world and elevate the quality and see their impact on society….
Dive Brief: The American Federation of Teachers sued a major loan servicer on Monday in Washington, D.C. superior court, accusing the organization of harming borrowers, particularly around the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. In its complaint, the union alleged that the Missouri Higher Education Loan Authority, or MOHELA, has been “cutting corners, prioritizing its…
Judge Aileen Cannon’s decision last week to dismiss the Mar-a-Lago improper-document-handling indictment against former President Donald Trump came as a shock to most observers. Judge Cannon found Special Counsel Jack Smith’s prosecution of the case was constitutionally flawed because his appointment to his post by Attorney General Merrick Garland was not authorized by Congress and…
As faculty developers, I believe it is crucial that we continue to engage in teaching while we develop and support other faculty members. By remaining active in the classroom, we ensure that we do not lose sight of the challenges and rewards that come with teaching. This hands-on experience allows us to stay connected with…