Pages tagged “law”
Commentary: YOU BIG DUMMIES! IT’S MURDER, PURE AND SIMPLE; SANFORD IS INSANE:
I feel like I'm watching an episode of the 1970s sitcom "Sanford & Son" rather than the City of Sanford's investigation of a heartless, cold and calculating killer. And for the name's sake, it is clearly evident, at least to me, that the 1857 Dred Scott v. Sanford decision is still good law in the State of Florida. See, 60 U.S. 393 (1857) I must confess, I am deeply affected by Trayvon Martin’s slaying. It has been weighing heavy on me ever since I first learned of the news. Read in Full >>
Baltimore Budget & Legislative Watch: Top Ten Decision Makers in Baltimore’s Budget Process:
Who are the ultimate decision makers in Baltimore’s budget process? Who puts on the final stamp and who should ultimately be held accountable? There are primarily ten major decision makers that function during Baltimore’s annual budget process. They are the mayor, Department of Finance, Board of Estimates, Board of Finance, Planning Commission, City Council, City Agency Heads, Results Team, Taxpayers and the Department of Law. Read in Full >>
Fannie Lou Hamer-Political Action Committee Applauds the Filing of a Civil Rights Lawsuit Against the State of Maryland Concerning the Maryland Congressional Redistricting Law:
The Fannie Lou Hamer-Political Action Committee and the Marylanders for Coherent & Fair Representation, Inc., today applauded the efforts of a group of individual voters who came together to challenge Maryland's recently enacted Congressional Redistricting Law. Read in Full >>
TGR: The Prince George's 5 :: Redistricting Black Leaders Out of Maryland’s Future:
Regular readers of this column, The Glover Report, might recall the political depression I suffered last week as Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley released his redistricting plan and consequently won the approval of Congressman Elijah Cummings and the Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland with seemingly the greatest of ease. Read in Full >>
J. Wyndal Gordon, Monumental City Bar Assoc. Host National Bar Association, 7.31.11:
The National Bar Association convened in Baltimore. The Warrior Lawyer, J. Wyndal Gordon, showed them a nice time at 1804s Plaza. Read in Full >>
J. Wyndal Gordon presents ... July 31st:
Monumental City Bar Association was founded circa 1935 in part by Baltimore’s own U.S. Supreme Court Justice, the Honorable Thurgood Marshall. It is one of the oldest and active Minority Bar Associations in the United States. Read in Full >>
Seasoned Attorney Warren Brown Discusses Casey Anthony Case:
Brown: "The absence of certainty ..." Read in Full >>
The Warrior Lawyer Slams State's Attorney Gregg Bernstein Conviction Rate, 5.4.11:
With success on 2 of 21 charges against Baltimore City Police officers, Bernstein off to dismal start. The tree officers were charged with 7 counts each; only 2 charges stuck, and they were misdemeanors relating to a young black male kidnapped and taken to Howard Co., stripped of his shoes and cell phone. Read in Full >>
Attorney J. Wyndal Gordon Takes Shomrin Case in Park Heights:
Former Israeli soldier allegedly assaults black youth; breaks Northwestern High School student's wrist for being in the area Read in Full >>
Pres. Obama Signs Legislation: Healthy, Hunger-free American Children, 12.13.10:
President Obama Signs Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010 Into Law, 12.13.10
First Lady Michelle Obama, Administration Officials and Let’s Move! Advocates Reaffirm Commitment to Raise a Healthier Generation of Kids
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Noted Attorney Georgia Goslee to Address Women2Women4Women at Merci' Beaucoup:
Georgia Goslee, a graduate of University of Maryland School of Law, is a member of the Maryland Bar. Early in her legal career as a partner in a Baltimore law firm, Georgia distinguished herself as a trial lawyer. She subsequently served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney (criminal division), Attorney-Advisor to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights and Chief Contracts' Compliance Officer to the City Solicitor of Baltimore City.
Georgia has been granted special admission (pro hac vice) to litigate in New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Missouri, North Carolina, Virginia, District of Columbia and Florida. During that time, she represented clients in a wide variety of criminal cases and civil trials. Most notable among these was an intellectual property case in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida representing Fitness Institute International. This case held special significance to Georgia because she graduated from the institution that later became her client. After her graduation from Fitness Institute International in 1996, a feat she considers to be a major accomplishment in her life, she began her European sabbatical and served as a visiting law professor teaching International Business Law in Geneva, Switzerland.
REMARKS BY THE PRESIDENT AT SIGNING OF THE SMALL BUSINESS JOBS ACT:
So this law will do two big things: It’s going to cut taxes, and it’s going to make more loans available for small business. It’s a great victory for America’s entrepreneurs. (Applause.) It is a great victory for America’s entrepreneurs.
Now, I have to admit, I regret that this bill –- which was based on ideas from both Democrats and Republicans, and drawing support from business groups that don't normally support me -- (laughter) -- I regret that this was blocked for months by the Republican minority in the Senate, and that needlessly delayed this relief. But I do want to thank the two Republican senators who bucked this partisanship to help pass this bill, and, obviously, I want to thank all the Democrats who worked so hard to get it passed.
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Noted Law Professors at Pratt Tonight: Butler & Alexander:
By Professor Sherrilyn Ifill
(BALTIMORE - March 31, 2010) - Two dynamic law professors will engage in a dialogue about race and criminal justice at the Enoch Pratt Free Library. Prof. Paul Butler currently teaches at Georgetown Law School. He's well-known in the academy for his provocative scholarship, beginning with his controversial article in the Yale Law Review promoting jury nullification. A former U.S. attorney, Butler's scholarship has repeatedly engaged in unflinching analysis of the realities of our criminal justice system, and the effect of current criminal justice policy on our society. His new book, Let's Get Free: A Hip-Hop Theory of Justice has been called "part memoir, part manifesto" in its call to create a saner, less destructive approach to crime and punishment -- especially for non-violent drug crimes.
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MD Poli10: Mark Spencer is Running for State's Attorney in Prince George's County:
Currently the Inspector General for the Prince George's County Police, long-time public servant Spencer has his sights on higher office Read in Full >>
Congrats to Attorney Granville Templeton,Esquire of Monumental Bar:
Local attorney becomes head of Baltimore's black law organization Read in Full >>
