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SLU LAW Summations
by Saint Louis University School of Law
Each episode will be a 15-20 minute dive into a diverse mix of legal topics, explored by members of the Saint Louis University School of Law faculty.
Episodes
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SCOTUS Term in Review - LIVE Recording
As in recent terms, the United States Supreme Court is once again weighing cases that could have profound implications for the country, touching on questions of individual rights, government authority, and the future of American law. For this live recorded episode, we have gathered a handful of…
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A Defining Moment for Vaccine and Science Policy - Professor Sinha
Vaccine policy in the United States is experiencing a period of great change under the direction of Secretary of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Schedules for young children are being adjusted, access to certain vaccines is being limited, and reporting requirements are being...
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Presidential Powers, Executive Authority, and the Conflict in the Middle East - Professor Seixas-Nunes and Willard
The Trump Administration, alongside Iran, deployed targeted airstrikes against high-profile targets in Iran. This comes after weeks of talks between Washington and Iran on the latter's nuclear program. The public and political response has been mixed, with many concerned with the lack of...
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Labor and Employment Law in an Era of Federal Rollback - Professor Michael Duff
The scaling back of federal administrative agencies currently being undertaken by the Trump Administration carries broad implications for the practice, administration, and enforcement of labor and employment law. At the most fundamental level, the reality of 200,000 fewer federal employees…
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The Supreme Court's Impact on Health Care Access - Professor Gillespie
This year's United States Supreme Court session has had a particular impact on health care access across the country. From the Skrmetti decision affirming a ban on gender-affirming care for minors, to the Planned Parenthood decision that allows states to bar access to federal Medicaid funding for...
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The Hidden Cause of Maternal Mortality in the United States - Professor Stavroulaki
The United States has a maternal mortality issue. In 2021, the U.S. ranked 55th in the world for maternal mortality, by far the worst of any higher-income country. Even more concerning, Black women are disproportionately impacted and experience maternal mortality 2.6 times the rate for White…
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The Ukraine Conflict and the Role of the United States - Professor Monica Eppinger
The United States appears to be poised to make one of the most substantial changes in foreign policy with the pause on funding to Ukraine amidst the third year of the conflict with Russia. To break down this change and reflect on the role of President Zelensky and President Trump, we are joined…
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Understanding the Electoral College - Prof Willard
The Electoral College is a system unique to the Unites States democratic experience. And it has been a major topic of discussion for the last few elections with some calls to do away with it entirely. As we approach an election which could potentially be decided by just one electoral vote or even...
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The Future of the Administrative State in the United States - Prof Williams
In a session that was seemingly aimed at severely limiting long standing precedent and restraining the powers of the administrative state, there were five cases focused on administrative law. From the Chevron Doctrine to the SEC and the EPA, the high court touched on many parts of the...
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The United States Supreme Court and the Post-Dobbs Opinions - Prof Fields Allsbrook
Two years following the Dobbs decision, the country’s highest court is grappling with the aftereffects. This year the Supreme Court handed down two related cases regarding the use of mifepristone and the application of the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act in states where abortions are...
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Executive Powers, Immunity, and other Implications from this SCOTUS Session - Prof Walker
In a watershed ruling regarding executive powers, the United States Supreme Court ruled in Trump v United States that presidents should be immune from prosecution for official actions they took while in office. While historically presidents have enjoyed some level of immunity, this ruling expands...
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Trademarks, Trump, and the United States Supreme Court - Professor Liebesman
Each June delivers some high-profile decisions from the United States Supreme Court. One notable case this year is Vidal v Elster where the Court rejected an attempt to force the Patent and Trademark Office to accept the registration of “Trump too small” as a trademark for t-shirts mocking the...
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The Future of US Elections in Unprecedented Times - Prof Douglas
With an election case involving who is on the ballot headed to the United States Supreme Court and various others bubbling to the surface, this election season promises to be filled with excitement. Between voter access, gerrymandering cases, elected officials pushed out of their district these…
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From SAG to UWA and beyond: Labor Unions and Today’s Workforce - Professor Duff
Nearly every day we see a new headline about a labor union in the news. From the recent Writers Guild agreement to the ongoing United Auto Workers strike and the numerous health care walk outs; labor unions are once again changing the game in the workplace. Why the influx in strikes in the labor...
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Affirmative Action: Beyond Admissions to Employment Law Implications - Prof McCormick & Dean Dantley
The Supreme Court decision banning race-conscious college admissions that was handed down over the summer has rocked higher education and has forced colleges and universities across the country to examine their processes. But the implications of this case go far beyond campus. The decision has...
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The New Age of Voting Rights in the United States - Professor Anders Walker
Earlier this year, the United States Supreme Court handed down a landmark decision in the voting rights case of Allen v Milligan. To the surprise of voting rights advocates across the country, the Court decided that the Alabama’s redistricting plan violates Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act.…
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The Law and Psychology of Medicine After Dobbs - Professor Molly Wilson
As a country, we are still grappling with the impact of the Dobbs v Jackson Women's Health decision. There is no community of professionals more impacted than the medical professionals that treat women on a regular basis. In this episode we are joined by Professor Molly Wilson, an expert in law…
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The Resurgence of the Labor Union - Professor Michael Duff
Labor unions seem to be having a moment. That is at least according to a recent Gallup poll that shows US approval of labor unions at the highest point since 1965. The latest approval figure comes amid a burst of 2022 union victories across the country,with high-profile successes at major…
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A Model State Law for Public Health Emergency Powers: Health Law Live* - Professor Gatter
The COVID-19 pandemic has revealed critical ambiguities in state law, especially in regard to the ownership and responsibility of public health orders. Governors often relied on a general statutory power to take 'necessary' actions in response to COVID's threats. Yet, some courts found this...
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Health Equity and Long Covid: Health Law Live* - Professor Crossley
According to President Biden, the COVID-19 pandemic is over. However, there are still millions of Americans that are feeling the lasting effects of their own battle with the virus. As the medical and legal field struggle to catch up with this ongoing issue, there are concerns that what is known…
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Juvenile Life Without Parole and the Case of Adnan Syed - Professor Bartlett
In September, after spending 23 years of his life behind bars, Adnan Syed walked free. His case was popularized by the podcast Serial in 2014. At the age of 18, 17 when the crime took place, Syed was convicted of murdering his ex-girlfriend Hae Min Lee and sentenced to life in prison. The case…
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Property Rights, Fan Fiction, and Lady Whistledown - Professor Liebesman
Netflix's hit show Bridgerton has taken the world by storm. The Regency era piece set in London has had everyone talking since it premiered in late 2020. It should not be surprising that the show has inspired lots of fan fiction. When the Unofficial Bridgerton Musical by Abigail Barlow and Emily...
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Data Privacy in a Post-Dobbs World: Health Law Live* - Professor Sinha
When the United States Supreme Court handed down a decision overturning Roe v. Wade earlier this year, they left us with a host of questions and scenarios to grapple with in the meantime. With the future of data privacy on the line, we turn to Dr. Michael Sinha, professor of law in the Center for...
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Dissecting the Impact of the Supreme Court Decisions - Professor Chad Flanders
This year's United States Supreme Court session was one of the most consequential in recent history. Beyond the Dobbs decision reversing the 1973 Roe v Wade ruling, the Court also ruled on Miranda rights, prayer in public schools and the right to open carry. Many of the rulings have left even our...
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International Criminal Law and the War in Ukraine - Professor Afonso Seixas-Nunes, SJ
We are now into the second month of the war in Ukraine. The war, the weapons and the response from the world seem to change with the tide of the conflict. In this episode we are joined by Professor Afonso Seixas Nunes. Fr Afonso is a Jesuit priest who joined the law school faculty this fall. He…
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Navigating Vaccine Requirements in the Workplace - Professor Elizabeth Pendo
With President Biden's announcement of his updated recovery plan, private and public companies in the United States have found themselves in the center of the nation's renewed effort to control the COVID-19 pandemic. Even prior to that, company leaders were grappling with how to safely return to...
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Mask Mandates and Public Health Law - Professor Rob Gatter
As COVID-19 cases continue to rise in parts of our country, students are heading back to the classroom and much of the workforce are heading back to the workplace. Meanwhile the politicians and the public health officials are embattled over guidelines for doing so safely. In this special live...
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Opioid Settlements & the Future of Addiction Treatment - Dr. Fred Rottnek
In 2020, almost 70,000 Americans died of an opioid related overdose. It is a public health crisis that knows no boundaries, including race, wealth or even the pandemic. In the past year, the court system has seen some massive settlements against drug makers for their roles in this crisis. But…
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Student Speech and the Supreme Court - Professor Chad Flanders
The United States Supreme Court recently handed down a victory for student speech with the 8-1 decisions in the Mahanoy Area School District v B.L. case. As the world communicates more and more through social media, this case sets some precedent in what can be considered protected under the First...
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Know Before You File: Tax Law in a Pandemic World - Professor Ordower
The past year has brought many changes in the way we live, work, and manage our finances. As we approach the April tax deadline, there are a lot of variables that could change how and what we file. In this episode, we take a look at the impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on our tax law and the...
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Work and the Pandemic - Professor Matt Bodie
The coronavirus pandemic has arguably been the most altering event for the workplace in decades. While much of the workforce remains remote, many others, either by choice or necessity, work in person. The pandemic has also put a spotlight on the unsafe workplaces that thousands of Americans work…
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The COVID-19 Vaccine Race and the Law - Professor Santos Rutschman
The race for a COVID-19 vaccine has captured the world's attention. Pharmaceutical companies across the globe are competing for a top spot that will pull us out of this pandemic. What does this mean for our immediate future and what will it mean for vaccine development for years to come? In this...
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Election Special - Legal Issues Facing Election Day and Beyond
In an election year like no other, we turn to our experts. In this special election episode we hear from Professors Chad Flanders, Anders Walker, Elizabeth Pendo, John Ammann, Greg Willard, Monica Eppinger, Ana Santos Rutschman, and Sidney Watson. Together we discuss issues of possible…
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Navigating the Law School Admissions Process - Dean Michael Kolnik
The process of applying to law schools can be daunting. Navigating the requirements to ensure you find the best home for your legal education can be a difficult task. In this episode, we are taking a break from legal news to focus on law school admissions. We are joined by SLU LAW Dean of...
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Our Irish Allies: A Look at the Future of the Emerald Isle - Ambassador Kevin O'Malley
The Republic of Ireland has once again found itself at the center of the Brexit debate as recent proposals put the long-standing border dispute front and center. While residents worry about trade and conflicts, the deadline looms. In this episode we are joined by former US Ambassador Kevin...
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A Look into Municipal Court Reform - Professor Brendan Roediger
It has been five years since the death of Michael Brown exposed a plethora of injustices in the St. Louis region. Five years since the region’s municipal court system came under fire, an issue that was decades in the making. In this episode, we are joined by Professor Brendan Roediger. Brendan…
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Internationalism and Sovereignty in Today's World - Professor Monica Eppinger
Internationalism and Sovereignty in Today's World - Professor Monica Eppinger by Saint Louis University School of Law
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Racial and Gender Equity in Today's Climate - Professor Ruqaiijah Yearby
With the work of organizations like Forward Through Ferguson, racial equity has come to the forefront of conversations on race in St. Louis. Much research is being done on how change can happen in the areas of racial and gender equity in healthcare, the workplace and our government. In this…
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The Supreme Court Nomination Process - Lessons Learned - Professor Greg Willard
The confirmation process for Justice Brett Kavanuagh captivated the country. The stakes were high and the drama even more so. And some are now saying that perhaps the confirmation process is forever changed. But what got us here? And how will it look in the future? In this episode we are joined…
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Navigating the Breakthroughs in Healthcare Innovation - Professor Ana Santos Rutschman
New technologies in healthcare are developed at a rapid pace with legal standards and the FDA often left playing catch up. From artificial intelligence to blockchain technology and nanorobots, regulating the industry can be an ever-changing challenge. In this episode we are joined by one of the...
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A Deep Dive into the Trial of Governor Greitens - Professor Walker
The trial of Missouri Governor Eric Greitens has captivated the local and nationwide media and general public. The case is complex and the trial of a public official in office is rare. The charges are unique and provide an interesting legal lesson. In this episode we are joined by Anders Walker,...
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Public Health in an Era of Alternative Facts - Professor Rob Gatter
Broad shifts in U.S. policy have long affected population in our country and beyond. As we face an era of alternative facts, distrust in research and isolationism, we experience a whole new set of questions. How do we create policies that keep us safe when we can't agree on the facts? In this...
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Today's Tax Law: Changes, Challenges and Consequences - Professor Kerry Ryan
This January we rang in the new year with a new piece of tax legislation. One that was laden with controversy and confusion, not to mention many revisions, often making it difficult to decipher fact from fiction. Since we're now well into tax season, we wanted to explore what this new law means…
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Regulating Big Pharma: Lawsuits and Reforms - Professor Liz McCuskey
Regulating Big Pharma: Lawsuits and Reforms - Professor Liz McCuskey by Saint Louis University School of Law
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Alcohol Regulation in a Time of Transformation - Professor Gary Rutledge
The alcohol industry is one of the most highly regulated industries in the United States. With the advent of the large conglomerates and the explosion of the micro-breweries and craft distilleries, the industry is ever changing. In this episode we are joined by Professor Gary Rutledge. Gary…
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The Changing Landscape of Immigration Law in the U.S. - Professor Richard Middleton
It is hard to get through the day without hearing about or discussing immigration in the United States. The landscape is challenging and the law under the new administration is evolving, especially as the Supreme Court weighs in. In this episode we are joined by Professor Richard Middleton....
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The Future of Disability Law in the US - Elizabeth Pendo
As the current administration grapples with what to do with heath care in the United States, the future of 15 million people with disabilities, including children and seniors, hangs in the balance. In this episode we are joined by Elizabeth Pendo, the Joseph J. Simeone Professor of Law in the SLU...
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The Second Amendment in Missouri and Beyond - Professor Anders Walker
The Second Amendment was a point of contention on the campaign trail and continues to be a hot topic in today's legislature. Recently, Missouri lawmakers expanded gun rights in the state, including conceal and carry laws. In this episode we are joined by Anders Walker, the Lillie Myers Professor…
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Sports Law: On the field and in the courtroom - Broshuis and Brockmeyer
From contract negotiations to trademark protection, wage disputes and stadium deals, the practice of sports law spans across disciplines and interests. Each aspect has wide ranging implications, especially here in St. Louis as we navigate the prospects of a new stadium and a new sport. In this...
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Prescription Drug Abuse: The Pharmacy and the Law - Elizabeth Chiarello
Prescription drug abuse is a prevalent problem across the country. What started as a health care issue has slowly become a problem facing our criminal justice system. As our society grapples with the issues, many are left behind with little to no help. In this episode we are joined by Professor…
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