Groundbreaking

Groundbreaking Jury System Research Wins Prestigious Civil Justice Scholarship Award for Law Professor Valerie P. Hans and Team

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Cornell University law professor Valerie P. Hans, along with two distinguished colleagues, received the prestigious 2025 Civil Justice Scholarship Award from the National Civil Justice Institute. This recognition is awarded for influential scholarly work in the realm of civil justice. Hans is honored alongside Professor Richard Jolly of Southwestern Law School and attorney Robert Peck from the Center for Constitutional Law. The trio’s winning article, “Democratic Renewal and the Civil Jury,” published in the Georgia Law Review, examines the pivotal role of the civil jury in enhancing civic engagement and upholding democratic values in contemporary … Read more

Alabama Attorney Secures Groundbreaking ‘Not Guilty’ Verdict in High-Profile January 6 Case; Client Granted Pardon by Former President Trump

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Washington, D.C. – In a significant legal victory following the January 6, 2021, Capitol protests against the 2020 presidential election outcomes, Alabama attorney Melissa Isaak secured a rare “not guilty” jury verdict for her client, Mathew Purdy. This landmark case stands out as Purdy was acquitted of the most severe charges against him, highlighting a dramatic moment in the numerous trials stemming from the events of that day. Purdy, previously facing a Class A misdemeanor for entering and remaining in a restricted building without lawful authority during the protest, was notably only convicted on less … Read more

New York Poised to Set Precedent with Groundbreaking Health Data Privacy Law, Awaiting Governor’s Signature

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ALBANY, N.Y. — New York state lawmakers have passed a groundbreaking health data privacy bill, dubbed the New York Health Information Privacy Act (NYHIPA), which now awaits the signature of Governor Kathy Hochul. This legislation positions New York at the forefront of states battling for enhanced privacy protections in health data handling, with implications that could extend nationally. NYHIPA aims to bridge significant gaps left by the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), introducing more stringent requirements for a wide range of businesses that deal with health-related data. This includes entities from telehealth … Read more

Thailand Paves the Way with Groundbreaking Same-Sex Marriage Legislation: Key Details Explained

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Bangkok, Thailand — In a landmark move, Thailand is poised to become the first Southeast Asian country to legalize same-sex unions, with a significant bill making its way through the country’s Parliament. This proposed legislation, expected to pass by the end of the year, aims to grant same-sex couples several of the legal rights commonly associated with marriage, signaling a major shift in the traditionally conservative region’s approach to LGBTQ+ rights. The bill, if enacted, will allow same-sex couples to legally register their unions, a monumental step that would provide them a myriad of legal … Read more