Human Rights

How Are Law Enforcement and Advocates Responding to Deportations?
Civil Law How Are Law Enforcement and Advocates Responding to Deportations?

As South Florida and the Treasure Coast brace for potential mass deportations, the community's reaction is split between law enforcement's duty to uphold the law and immigrant advocacy groups' call for justice. The underlying conflict centers on whether strictly adhering to federal

Why Did the Scottish Government Delay the Human Rights Bill?
International & Trade Law Why Did the Scottish Government Delay the Human Rights Bill?

In September 2024, the Scottish Government announced its 2024-25 Programme for Government, which notably did not include the previously planned Human Rights Bill. This bill aimed to incorporate various international human rights treaties into Scots law, similar to the way the United Nations

UK Courts See Surge in Environmental Lawsuits Amid Climate Activism
Regulatory & Administrative Law UK Courts See Surge in Environmental Lawsuits Amid Climate Activism

The UK is witnessing an unprecedented surge in environmental lawsuits, driven by rising public awareness and vigorous activism centered around climate change and environmental conservation. This growing phenomenon underscores the pivotal role that the legal system is beginning to play in tackling

Is the New UN Cybercrime Treaty a Threat to Global Privacy and Rights?
Tech & Intellectual Property Is the New UN Cybercrime Treaty a Threat to Global Privacy and Rights?

The United States has decided to back an international cybercrimes treaty endorsed by a United Nations committee despite facing widespread criticism from numerous businesses, human rights groups, and technology companies. The treaty, finalized in August after extensive debates, requires member

Are Middle East Evacuation Warnings Adequate and Humane?
International & Trade Law Are Middle East Evacuation Warnings Adequate and Humane?

In the midst of ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, particularly in Lebanon, civilians are frequently subjected to sudden and urgent evacuation warnings. These warnings, often delivered in the dead of night, leave families scrambling to find safety with little time to prepare. The effectiveness

Türkiye's Espionage Law Amendment Faces Pushback from Civil Society
International & Trade Law Türkiye's Espionage Law Amendment Faces Pushback from Civil Society

The proposed draft amendment to Türkiye’s 'espionage' laws has sparked significant backlash from civil society organizations and various associations. Known as the “agents of influence” law, this legislative proposal aims to amend the penal code to criminalize acts that align with the stra

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