Mar 20, 2006 | Notes, Number 2, Print Edition, Volume 39
Violence involving parents and fans at youth sporting events continues to grow to alarming rates. In the last few years, the media has reported violent behavior by parents occurring at athletic events involving kids ranging from high school to tee-ball games. This...
Mar 20, 2006 | Case Comments, Number 2, Print Edition, Volume 39
Massachusetts General Laws chapter 233, § 20 states that all people of “sufficient understanding” may offer evidence in criminal and civil proceedings in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Notwithstanding this broad principle of inclusion, the statute’s fourth clause...
Mar 20, 2006 | Notes, Number 2, Print Edition, Volume 39
Efforts by the United States to liberalize trade across the globe have resulted in numerous international free trade agreements (FTAs). The newly approved United States-Dominican Republic Central American Free Trade Agreement (DR-CAFTA) exemplifies the Bush...
Mar 20, 2006 | Notes, Number 2, Print Edition, Volume 39
Patrick Holland’s courageous attempt to terminate his father’s parental rights brought to light the importance of allowing children to play a more significant role in legal matters that greatly affect their lives. The media frenzy surrounding Patrick’s case, however,...
Mar 20, 2006 | Case Comments, Number 2, Print Edition, Volume 39
Although the First Amendment to the United States Constitution guarantees freedom of speech, the guarantee is not absolute. The government can regulate speech in various ways depending on the forum where the speech occurs. But under no circumstances may the...
