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Meaningful policy reform relies on an effective story to help define and address the problem.
Baltimore could learn from how other cities are dealing with gun violence
When it comes to gun violence, Baltimore appears like the wild west, except the wild west’s violent reputation was created by Hollywood. Baltimore’s violence is real and although the Mayor claims it is declining, it’s still too high for comfort and safety. In fact, the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement calls gun violence the primary barrier to sustainably addressing Balt[...]
Is justice truly blind?
Is justice really blind? Research suggests that beneath the surface of courtroom proceedings lies a subtle, yet pervasive, force that often goes unnoticed: implicit bias. Implicit bias is defined as attitudes and judgments that individuals unconsciously hold about people or groups. Research further suggest that everyone has biases, and it is important that judges and other courtroom personnel not [...]
Statutory damages can help protect consumers too
Maryland consumers who are cheated out of small amounts may as a practical matter often not be able to obtain compensation. Consider, for example, how Wells Fargo opened unauthorized accounts in the names of millions of its customers. Other banks have likewise opened unauthorized accounts. Suppose a consumer discovered that a bank had opened an account the consumer hadn’t agreed to or known abou[...]
Federal judges’ boycott of Columbia Law School grads unconscionable
It’s jaw-dropping that a group of 13 federal judges has announced in a public letter sent to Columbia University that they will boycott hiring law clerks from Columbia Law School.
Taking the ethical high road
Criminal prosecutors are different than the rest of us lawyers; they follow additional ethical rules, because of their unique roles and power. American Bar Association Standard 3–1.2, Functions and Duties […]
Overseeing Baltimore’s police
Baltimore City announced that it has enacted two bills intended, following a citywide referendum, to place control of the Baltimore Police Department in the hands of the city. The stated […]
Passenger rail transit on the move
I recently had the opportunity to step behind the scaffolding and mesh screens surrounding Baltimore’s Penn Station to learn about the current status of the planned renovation of the historic […]
Trump should be kept off the ballot
The Maryland State Board of Elections is obligated under the U.S. Constitution to refuse to list Donald Trump on the Republican presidential primary ballot. The same with the general election, […]
Another side of cross-examination
It can be said that the purpose of cross-examination, like all aspects of trial, is to argue the case with adroit leading questions to advance from one point to the […]
Editorial Advisory Board: It’s time to abolish felony murder in Md.
A 20-year-old who is partying with friends learns that they want to rob a local drug dealer. He lends them his car and then goes to sleep after giving them […]
Editorial: The UMMS mess
For the second time in less than three years, the board of a University of Maryland institution has failed to measure up to basic standards of ethical governance. Last year, […]
