February 2018: Elizabeth August (’94)
Since the beginning, Elizabeth August has had a passion for working with students. Little did she know, that passion would take her on an exciting career that would land her back in the place...
Monthly Archive: February 2018
Published: Jordan Charnetsky
We are proud to announce that the Law Review Note of 3L and Associate Notes Editor Jordan Charnetsky will be published this spring! Publication – Syracuse Law Review, Volume 68, Book 2 Article – Revolutionizing Fractured Drug Treatment...
Powerball Winner Fights to Remain Anonymous
Written By Meghan Vumback A New Hampshire woman (“Jane Doe”) who won a $559.7 million Powerball jackpot in January can begin collecting her money while a Judge determines whether she can remain anonymous. Background...
Election of Volume 69 Staff
It is with great pride that we announce to you the election of the Senior Editorial Staff of Volume 69 of the Syracuse Law Review! The new staff will be fully transitioned into their new...
Chuck Norris Hits CBS, Sony With $30M Lawsuit for ‘Walker, Texas Ranger’ Lost Profits
Written by Stefani B. Joslin Background From 1993 to 2003, actor Chuck Norris starred in the hit television series, Walker, Texas Ranger (“Walker”). When the show began in 1993, Norris entered into a contract...
The Opioid Crisis: Lawsuits Filed Against Big Pharma and Drug Distributors
Written By Liz Lehmann On January 23, 2018, Onondaga County (the “County”) joined many cities and counties across the nation in suing pharmaceutical companies and drug distributors over their role in the opioid crisis....
Victim Impact Statements and the Case of Larry Nassar
Written By Briannie Kraft Background In September of 2016, two former gymnasts came forward accusing Larry Nassar, a former doctor for USA Gymnastics and Michigan State Athletics, of sexually assaulting them during their...