United States v. Mejia (2006)
By Robert Mayer | Criminal Law•Robet Mayer
Five days before Rafael Mejia and Homes Rios’s drug trial was to begin, the Justice Department, pursuant to the Classified Information Procedures Act (CIPA), filed an ex parte, in camera motion with the trial court seeking to prevent disclosure of certain classified information during discovery. The trial court granted the motion, determining that the information…
The New York State’s Permanent Sick Leave Law – Important Aspects to Know About
By Robert Mayer | Employment Law
Under New York State’s Permanent Sick Leave Law or NYSPSL, a new legislation act, the New York companies must provide their employees with sick leave. Eligible employees may start accruing sick leave hours starting from September 30, 2020, but aren’t eligible to utilize any sick leave according to the law before January 1, 2021. …
Felony Classification and Charges in New York
By Robert Mayer | Criminal Law
Felony charges ought to be assumed gravely. Felony blame will be subject to expanded verdict and also a criminal background which may impact every part of your future life. In addition to isolation, prosecution, and penalties, a felony conviction in NY comprises automatic reduction of these rights of United States citizen: You could not enlist…
The common-law system
By Robert Mayer | Administrative Law
Origins The common-law system originated from England in the Middle Ages. From the 17th century relations between the courts and the executive developed to a constitutional struggle between the Stuart kings and the judges over the judges’ right to decide questions affecting the royal power and even to announce an independent judgment in situations where…
Civil Law vs. Criminal Law: Breaking Down the Differences
By Robert Mayer | Criminal Law
By John Grisham’s best-selling books and Law and Order on TV, to the latest fad of true crime shows and podcasts, there’s a fascination of how the media portrays the American legal system. Audiences are drawn to the drama, suspense and justice of the court. We love to watch and listen as lawyers do what…
United States v. Watson (1999)
By Robert Mayer | Criminal Law
At Talib Watson’s drug trial, prosecutors sought to connect Watson to a car containing crack cocaine and heroin by establishing that the owner of the car, Tyra Jackson, was Watson’s girlfriend. Unfortunately for the prosecutor, the witness testimony was ambiguous: Prosecutor: “Mr. Thomas, you believe that you know Watson’s girlfriend, Tyra Jackson, right?” Thomas: “I…
How Social Class Affects Gender Discrimination
By Robert Mayer | Constitutional Law
In gender discrimination, social class plays a big role. There is an important observation that gender discrimination against women is higher for those with less income and less education. We’ll be looking at how women’s experiences at work and at home are shaped by social class. For example, in the case of underprivileged women, there…
Transgender Discrimination in the Workplace and Companies That Support Transgender Issues
By Robert Mayer | Constitutional Law
Discrimination against a particular group of people is morally unacceptable. However, it continues to happen across the country. To uphold the progressive principles of our society, its necessary to have philosophical, political, and legal discussions of transgender discrimination in the workplace. Fortunately, there are improvements in this area. In this article, we’ll go over: Statistics…
United States v. Mejia (2006)
By Robert Mayer | Criminal Law•Robet Mayer
Five days before Rafael Mejia and Homes Rios’s drug trial was to begin, the Justice Department, pursuant to the Classified Information Procedures Act (CIPA), filed an ex parte, in camera motion with the trial court seeking to prevent disclosure of certain classified information during discovery. The trial court granted the motion, determining that the information…
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