Historically, the understanding of the First Amendment was that, it provided freedom from prior restraint of speech or expression; the doctrine forbade the abridgment of speech in advance of publication. May Congress allow censorship of speech, before the speaker is… Read More ›
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SAME-SEX MARRIAGE: Redefining The Established Institution by Adeyemi Oshunrinade
Since the ratification of Same-Sex Marriage in New York, advocates of Gay-Marriage are asking the State of New Jersey to do the same and once again we are revisiting the debates that continue to hunt the political atmosphere for more… Read More ›
SURROGACY AND MOTHERHOOD: Legal Parent of Child Born By A Surrogate by Adeyemi Oshunrinade
One of the questions the law has been asked to answer is, who is the legal parent of a child born via artificial insemination when both parents have a contract to have an embryo, genetically unrelated to them implanted in… Read More ›
AMERICAN BANKRUPTCY LAW: Meaning of Chapter 7 and 11 by Adeyemi Oshunrinade
Recently the entire nation became aware of the news of American Airline filing for bankruptcy. Fliers around the world and soon to be passengers are gripped with fear and anger caused by the uncertainty around what would become of their… Read More ›
FIRST AMENDMENT POSTULATES: A Doctrine of Free Speech and Expression by Adeyemi Oshunrinade
The First Amendment postulates “Congress shall make no law respecting the establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble… Read More ›
INVOLUNTARY MANSLAUGHTER: Meaning of The Charge- In re Michael Jackson by Adeyemi Oshunrinade
Soon after learning of the pop singer’s death, his fans in the United States and all over the world were in dismay and wonder what caused the untimely passing of the pop icon. Weeks after, his fans began to learn… Read More ›
THE ABOLITIONIST: Troy Davis and Dilemma of the Death Penalty by Adeyemi Oshunrinade
Troy Davis was executed recently in the State of Georgia, for killing a police officer in 1989. Despite all efforts and protests to stay the execution,Davis was eventually put to rest via a lethal injection. Even though, Davis is no… Read More ›
WILLS LAW AND CONTESTS: Writing a Valid Will, Trust Administration, and Trust Fiduciary Duty
WILLS LAW AND CONTESTS: Writing a Valid Will, Trust Administration, and Trust Fiduciary Duty By Adeyemi Oshunrinade E.JD When David Shapira, M.D. died on April 13, 1973 his will was offered for probate; (see) Shapira v. Union National Bank, 39… Read More ›