The landscape of international law is on the cusp of change with the introduction of the UN Cybercrime Convention. Intended as a global framework to combat the ever-increasing threat of cybercrime, the Convention has become a lightning rod for concern among human rights organizations. A central
In a decision that reverberated through legal and political circles, the U.S. Supreme Court weighed in on a dispute with the futures of regulatory processes and First Amendment rights hanging in the balance. This consequential ruling emerged from the high-stakes contention between the National
The legal industry is undergoing a significant transformation, spurred by the emergence of LegalTech startups. These companies leverage advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, blockchain, and data analytics to innovate and enhance the delivery of legal services.
The opioid epidemic has ravaged communities across the United States, and North Carolina is no exception. The criminal justice system, at the intersection of public health and law enforcement, finds itself at the front lines of this battle. In North Carolina's jails, a critical transformation is
Setback in New Jersey Apple's journey through the complex landscape of labor relations recently took a challenging turn at its Short Hills, New Jersey, store, where a burgeoning union campaign met its demise. The Communications Workers of America (CWA), an established voice for worker
The United Nations Human Rights Chief, Volker Türk, has recently voiced his deep concerns over the adoption of the "Law on Transparency of Foreign Influence" by the Parliament of Georgia. This contentious piece of legislation requires organizations that receive more than 20 percent of their funding
In the digital age, as cyber-attacks become more sophisticated and frequent, law firms are prime targets due to the sensitive data they handle. The legal sector must take proactive steps to safeguard their client's information and their firm's reputation. In this light, Access Legal's 'IT Clinic'
A legal battle stirred in the Eastern District of New York following a substantial data breach in March 2023, which impacted roughly 1.5 million individuals. Plaintiffs Tiffany Troy and Eric J. Mata leveled allegations against the American Bar Association (ABA), charging that the data compromise
In a significant move to bolster the stability of the American banking system, the US government has announced a set of measures to ensure that all clients of the recently collapsed Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) will regain full access to their deposits starting on Monday. This step is designed to
Efforts to establish a UN Cybercrime Treaty have catalyzed a significant global discussion on how to effectively address cybersecurity while respecting human rights. This treaty seeks to offer a cohesive strategy to counter cyber threats, yet faces the challenge of aligning international security
