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Connecticut Law Review @connlrev.bsky.social · 1d

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The Fourth Estate in a Time of Crisis

Connecticut Law Review’s annual symposium. Keynote Speaker: David Folkenflik, NPR News, Media Correspondent

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Connecticut Law Review @connlrev.bsky.social · 1d

The Connecticut Law Review is pleased to invite everyone to its upcoming Symposium titled: “The Fourth Estate in a Time of Crisis” on October 17, at 9:00 a.m. in the Stuart F. Smith Reading Room, William F. Starr Hall.

The Fourth Estate in a Time of Crisis

Connecticut Law Review’s annual symposium. Keynote Speaker: David Folkenflik, NPR News, Media Correspondent

events.uconn.edu

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Connecticut Law Review @connlrev.bsky.social · Jun 13

In his article expanding upon his symposium lecture, author Richard Rothstein discusses how community activist groups can wield their power to challenge local practices that reinforce segregation. Read more here: connecticutlawreview.law.uconn.edu/2025/06/03/i...

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Connecticut Law Review @connlrev.bsky.social · Jun 13

In his article, Professor Schwemm discusses the potential ramifications of allowing an FHA-based punitive damage award against a municipality, and what that could mean for deterring municipal housing discrimination. Read more here: connecticutlawreview.law.uconn.edu/2025/06/03/g...

Connecticut Law Review @connlrev.bsky.social · Jun 13

In her essay, Rigel Oliveri addresses the sexual exploitation of low-income women by their housing providers and analyzes various state and federal responses to combat it. Read more here: connecticutlawreview.law.uconn.edu/2025/06/03/l...

Connecticut Law Review @connlrev.bsky.social · Jun 13

Professor Seicshnaydre’s essay argues against inferred statutory exemptions to the Fair Housing Act and defends the traditional interpretative canon that courts must construe exceptions narrowly. Read more here: connecticutlawreview.law.uconn.edu/2025/06/03/e...

Connecticut Law Review @connlrev.bsky.social · Jun 13

In his article, Kelley urges fair housing advocates to center participation parity and self-determination in their reform agendas to create a more just society in the digital age. Read more here: connecticutlawreview.law.uconn.edu/2025/06/03/r...

Connecticut Law Review @connlrev.bsky.social · Jun 13

In his essay, Michael Akinwumi identifies policy gaps and challenges to implementing "AI fairness" and proposes a holistic framework to address this issue. Read more here: connecticutlawreview.law.uconn.edu/2025/06/03/a...

Connecticut Law Review @connlrev.bsky.social · Jun 13

In her essay, Rashmi Dyal-Chand argues that regulatory intervention is necessary to force big banks to "go small" and overcome the racial homeownership gap. Read more here: connecticutlawreview.law.uconn.edu/2025/06/03/b...

Connecticut Law Review @connlrev.bsky.social · Jun 13

Professor Anika Singh Lemar’s essay contends that the solution to improving tenant living conditions is best achieved through regulations targeting property managers rather than property owners. Read more here:
connecticutlawreview.law.uconn.edu/2025/06/03/s...

Connecticut Law Review @connlrev.bsky.social · Jun 13

Are there too many eviction cases settled by default? Authors Nicole Summers & Justin Steil argue that eviction by default are often deeply unjust, simply a product of poverty and characteristics associated with low socioeconomic status. Read more: connecticutlawreview.law.uconn.edu/2025/06/03/e...

Connecticut Law Review @connlrev.bsky.social · Jun 13

In her note, Anna R. Janson argues that more rights should be conferred on houseless populations and that the basis for this is derived from both state and federal sources. Read more here: connecticutlawreview.law.uconn.edu/2025/06/03/c...

Connecticut Law Review @connlrev.bsky.social · May 29

Author Benjamin Rolsma evaluates the historical development and lack of judicial scrutiny regarding the government's use of § 202(c) in cases of energy "emergencies." Read more here: connecticutlawreview.law.uconn.edu?p=1276

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Connecticut Law Review @connlrev.bsky.social · May 28

Authors Courtney Cross and Gillian Chadwick analyze proposals to expand domestic violence laws nationwide by integrating coercive control definitions. Their research and experiences with victims reveal how these proposals may weaponize the laws by abusers. connecticutlawreview.law.uconn.edu?p=1278

Connecticut Law Review @connlrev.bsky.social · May 28

Lauren Wilson analyzes how the evolving field of copyright law helps protect creators from infringement on their creations while considering the balancing of the freedom of future music production. Read more here: connecticutlawreview.law.uconn.edu?p=1274

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Connecticut Law Review @connlrev.bsky.social · May 28

The COVID-19 pandemic catalyzed a global shift toward remote legal proceedings. Through an empirical study conducted before the pandemic Jabotinsky and Sarel study how information flow is altered in virtual meetings and its implications for the legal field. connecticutlawreview.law.uconn.edu?p=1272

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Connecticut Law Review @connlrev.bsky.social · May 28

Can institutional investors consider ESG factors when making investment decisions? Yifat Naftali Ben Zion argues that investors should consider ESG factors when executing their fiduciary duties. connecticutlawreview.law.uconn.edu?p=1270

Connecticut Law Review @connlrev.bsky.social · May 28

In her comment, Elizabeth C. Anderson argues for the minority "middle-ground" interpretation of the word "discipline" within Connecticut General Statutes § 31-51q, which she argues will balance both employee and employer protections for employee speech. connecticutlawreview.law.uconn.edu?p=1266

Connecticut Law Review @connlrev.bsky.social · May 1

J.D. Candidate Sam Mahler warns that if Congress experiences a mass vacancy event, it could precipitate a continuity of government crisis. He argues that the interpretation of the Quorum Clause must be clarified to avoid uncertainty in the face of tragedy. connecticutlawreview.law.uconn.edu?p=1262

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Connecticut Law Review @connlrev.bsky.social · Feb 5

We are excited to host Professor Charles Geyh for the 2025 Day Pitney Visiting Scholar Program for a discussion on Judicial Ethics, the Supreme Court, and the Rule of Law. RSVP using the QR code or the link below.
www.events.foundation.uconn.edu/ereg/index.p...

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Connecticut Law Review @connlrev.bsky.social · Feb 5

Self care has become an $11 billion dollar industry. But should self care be an economic industry at all? Professor Suzanne A. Kim examines the origins of self care and how legal reforms can help better protect the needs and the provision of worker care. connecticutlawreview.law.uconn.edu?p=1253

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Connecticut Law Review @connlrev.bsky.social · Feb 5

James Madison is frequently touted as the father of the Constitution. But Professor Lorianne Updike Toler contends that after careful review, Madison’s contributions were less than previously thought, and analyzes what that may mean for the Supreme Court. connecticutlawreview.law.uconn.edu?p=1251

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Connecticut Law Review @connlrev.bsky.social · Feb 5

In her article, Sarah Louise Bishop identifies an increase in dismissals of copyright infringement claims in federal court before discovery via application of the scènes à faire doctrine, and discusses the problems with the application of the doctrine. connecticutlawreview.law.uconn.edu?p=1249

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Connecticut Law Review @connlrev.bsky.social · Feb 5

While the public may view hedge funds as corporate investors seeking short-term gains at the expense of long-term growth, is this perception still valid in 2025? Professor Anna Christie discusses how some hedge funds are making an impact on major companies. connecticutlawreview.law.uconn.edu?p=1247

Connecticut Law Review @connlrev.bsky.social · Feb 5

In their article, Stephanie Richard and Suzanne S. La Pierre offer a restorative justice alternative to ensure human trafficking survivors can have a trauma-informed pathway for accountability, safety, and justice. connecticutlawreview.law.uconn.edu?p=1241

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