The Abrogation of the Collateral Source Rule in Arkansas
By Julia Capella Disclaimer: The views expressed in this post are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Journal, the William H. Bowen School of Law, or UA Little Rock. In the last year, the Arkansas legislature enacted Act 28 that significantly alters the operation of the collateral source … The Abrogation of the Collateral Source Rule in Arkansas
The Disproportionate Impact of Truancy on Depressed Youth in Arkansas Public Schools
By: Katelynn Carroll Disclaimer: The views expressed in this post are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Journal, the William H. Bowen School of Law, or UA Little Rock. Truancy disproportionately impacts children with undiagnosed depression due to involuntary behavior brought on by the disorder. These students are … The Disproportionate Impact of Truancy on Depressed Youth in Arkansas Public Schools
The Uncertain Future of the Madison–Jefferson Wall of Church and State: Commentary on Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board v. Drummond
By: Logan McMillian Disclaimer: The views expressed in this post are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Journal, the William H. Bowen School of Law, or UA Little Rock. The U.S. Supreme Court issued a decision, in May 2025, resolving the Drummond case by an evenly divided 4-4 … The Uncertain Future of the Madison–Jefferson Wall of Church and State: Commentary on Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board v. Drummond
Executive Orders and Incarceration: The Rise, Fall, and Return of Private Prisons
By: Cory Baker Disclaimer: The views expressed in this post are those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Journal, the William H. Bowen School of Law, or UA Little Rock. Private prisons have sustained scrutiny over the past several decades due to persistent concerns regarding discrimination, safety, and sanitation. … Executive Orders and Incarceration: The Rise, Fall, and Return of Private Prisons
Not Big Brother, Just a Safeguard for Children: The Supreme Court’s Take on Online Porn Laws
By: Brylee Gnant Disclaimer: The views expressed in this post are those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect views of the Journal, the William H. Bowen School of Law, or UA Little Rock. Censorship in the digital world raises difficult constitutional questions. How far can the government go in restricting minors’ access to … Not Big Brother, Just a Safeguard for Children: The Supreme Court’s Take on Online Porn Laws
The Death of the Marketplace of Ideas in American School Libraries
By: Christina Doncell Disclaimer: The views expressed in this post are those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect views of the Journal, the William H. Bowen School of Law, or UA Little Rock. The Supreme Court has not touched a book-banning or book removal case since 1982. Bd. of Educ. v. Pico, 457 … The Death of the Marketplace of Ideas in American School Libraries
Nationwide Injunctions are the Most Effective Tool for Protecting Constitutional Rights
By: Ronak Patel Disclaimer: The views expressed in this post are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Journal, the William H. Bowen School of Law, or UA Little Rock. Despite the undemocratic nature of nationwide injunctions, they are a necessary tool for protecting our nation’s most vulnerable communities from constitutional violations by … Nationwide Injunctions are the Most Effective Tool for Protecting Constitutional Rights
The Injustice of Mandatory Minimum Sentencing Laws in Arkansas
By Julia Capella Disclaimer: The views expressed in this post are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Journal, the William H. Bowen School of Law, or UA Little Rock. Mandatory minimum sentencing laws have long been a source of controversy in the American criminal justice system. In Arkansas, … The Injustice of Mandatory Minimum Sentencing Laws in Arkansas
Bridging the Cybersecurity Gap in Arkansas for Vulnerable Groups
By: Heather Carmichael Disclaimer: The views expressed in this post are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Journal, the William H. Bowen School of Law, or UA Little Rock. Globally, cybersecurity regulation has evolved into a patchwork of rules and agreements designed to promote cross-border collaboration. The General Data … Bridging the Cybersecurity Gap in Arkansas for Vulnerable Groups
Veiled Bias: The Complex Reality of Hijab in the American Workplace
By: Claire Herman Disclaimer: The views expressed in this post are those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect views of the Journal, the William H. Bowen School of Law, or UA Little Rock. The hijab is a headscarf worn by many Muslim women as a mark of modesty in character and appearance, faith, … Veiled Bias: The Complex Reality of Hijab in the American Workplace