Law

Indiana Landowners Assert Their Ownership of Subsurface Pore Space in New Law

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INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana – Landownership rights have become a contentious issue in Indiana as the state faces the prospect of injecting carbon dioxide under private land for hydrogen production. Until recently, the ownership of pore space beneath farmland was of little concern. However, with increasing focus on reducing environmental impact and the need for carbon dioxide outlets, questions have arisen regarding who has the authority to utilize the subsurface voids. Indiana’s General Assembly has taken swift action to address this issue, passing House Enrolled Act 1209 in the 2022 legislative session. The law, which came into … Read more

Spain Takes a Bold Step Towards Justice with New Amnesty Law

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Madrid, Spain – In a bold and courageous move, the Spanish government has passed an amnesty law aimed at healing the wounds of the past. The law, which grants amnesty to former members of the Basque separatist group ETA, has sparked varied opinions among the Spanish population. The amnesty law marks a significant step towards reconciliation in a divided nation. With over 800 deaths and countless acts of violence during ETA’s decades-long armed campaign for Basque independence, Spain has been grappling with the scars of this conflict for years. The government’s decision to grant amnesty … Read more

Minnesota’s New ‘Red Flag’ Law Sparks Controversy and Questions

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Minneapolis — Minnesota implemented a new “red flag” law on January 1, causing confusion and uncertainty among those seeking to utilize the law to protect themselves and their communities. The law, officially referred to as the Extreme Risk Protection Order law, was passed by the 2023 Minnesota Legislature and is aimed at addressing concerns about individuals who may possess firearms and pose a threat to themselves or others. Similar laws have been enacted in at least 21 other states and the District of Columbia. In Minnesota, individuals can file a petition for a temporary or … Read more

Victim’s Mother Calls for Action on Juvenile Law Reform in Maryland

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Baltimore, Maryland – As the 2024 Maryland legislative session gears up to begin this week, the focus is turning to the need for juvenile law reform. This comes in the wake of the devastating Brooklyn Day mass shooting that took place last year, which many consider to be the city’s largest mass shooting in history. One of the victims of the Brooklyn Day shooting was 18-year-old Aaliyah Gonzalez, whose mother, Krystal Gonzalez, has been a vocal advocate for change. Krystal believes that the current juvenile laws are inadequate and in need of serious revision. She … Read more