Stop and Frisk Law: What African Americans Need to Know
Earlier this week, Donald Trump addressed the International Association of Chiefs of Police. While referencing Chicago, Trump stated, “The crime spree has a terrible blight on that city, and we will do everything possible to get it done.” For Trump, the way to get it done is stopping and frisking Chicago residents. About stop […]
The Thirteenth Amendment: A Brief Overview
On Sunday, rapper, producer, and amateur fashion designer Kanye West made headlines yet again. While West is no stranger to controversy, his latest comments seemed to set a new standard for himself. Over the weekend, West tweeted a picture of himself in a red “Make America Great Again” hat. The photo’s caption read: “this represents […]
The Bill Cosby Sentencing: Questions and Answers
Earlier this year, comedian and actor Bill Cosby was found guilty of raping Andrea Constand in 2004. This week, a Pennsylvania judge sentenced 81-year-old Cosby to three to ten years in jail for his crime. Cosby’s attorneys, citing his age and poor physical health, requested that Cosby be sentenced to house arrest. However, the judge […]
Black Law Schools Matter
There are 204 ABA-accredited law schools in the United States, but six of them stand out from the pack. These six – Howard University School of Law, North Carolina Central University School of Law, Texas Southern University’s Thurgood Marshall School of Law, Southern University Law Center, FAMU College of Law, and the David A. Clarke […]
Legal Advice for Seniors and their Caregivers
The number of Americans over age 65 is rapidly increasing. According the AARP, the number of older African Americans increased from 8.3 percent to 9.0 percent from 2006 to 2016. The Census Bureau reports that this growth will continue over the next few decades. As the number of older African Americans increases, they and […]
Becoming a Law Professor: A Guide for Black Applicants
If you’re a lawyer, you’ve clearly met a few law professors. You may have even considered becoming a professor yourself. Nevertheless, you may not know how or where to begin the process of becoming a law professor. This entry will provide some direction. It will provide valuable tips for African-American applicants as they navigate […]
