Tag: Carolyn Bekhor
RESTRICT Act would result in the ban of TikTok, other apps
U.S. senators Mark R. Warner and John Thune proposed the Restricting the Emergence of Security Threats that Risk Information and Communications Technology Act on March 7. If the bill were to pass, it would give the government the power to act against technological companies if they pose a national security threat to Americans.
Panel discusses the importance of voting to have reproductive rights
The Office of Civic and Community Engagement partnered with the Andrew Goodman Foundation and Vote is Sacred student ambassadors to host the “Voting for Our Reproductive Rights” informational panel session on Wednesday in the Ludwick Center Sacred Space.
Legal studies professor hopes to go from classroom to courtroom
Assistant Professor of Legal Studies Thomas Allison may soon be trading in his position as professor for a seat on the bench. The University of La Verne professor is running for Los Angeles County Superior Court judge.
Drivers to face stricter penalties for texting and driving
A new state law that goes into effect July 1 imposes stricter penalties for those caught texting while driving. Under current law, using a hand-held smart phone or device while driving is punishable by a fine. Starting July 1, the penalty for such violation will also add points to the driver’s record.
Law faculty’s future unclear
Diane Klein, professor of law, gave an impromptu faculty lecture Tuesday in which she detailed the implications of the possible closure of the University of La Verne College of Law and the related faculty governance and tenure issues.
Local community considers Dallas shooting
Following the death of Botham Shem Jean – the 26-year-old African American man who was shot when off-duty Dallas police officer Amber Guyger apparently mistakenly entered his apartment on Sept. 6, thinking it was her own – it’s clear something went horribly wrong, say local experts.