Trigger Warning: abuse, family violence, violence against children The sensitive nature of family law intersects deeply with the complexities of domestic violence, where the stakes involve not just legal outcomes but the very safety and … Keira’s Law: Addressing Intimate Partner Violence in Canada’s CourtsRead more
The murder of Jeanne Clery at Lehigh University on April 5, 1986, was not just a personal tragedy; it became a pivotal moment in the history of campus safety in the United States. Thanks to … The Murder of Jeanne Clery and The Clery ActRead more
Jackie Coogan’s ascent to fame as one of the first child stars in Hollywood history is a tale of talent, tragedy, and transformation that led to groundbreaking legal reform in the entertainment industry. Best known … Jackie Coogan and California Child Actor’s BillRead more
In the early fall of 1982, a series of seemingly random deaths in the Chicago area sent shockwaves through the United States, altering public perception of consumer safety and leading to sweeping changes in the … Tylenol Murders and Anti-Tampering LawsRead more
The story of the Ford Pinto is a significant part of American automotive history, marked by ambition, controversy, and a pivotal moment in the evolution of automotive safety and corporate responsibility. It’s also become a … The Ford Pinto and It’s Explosive LegacyRead more
The Jordan School Bus Crash of 1938 was a horrific tragedy that saw 24 lives lost. The event is often said to have led to a national law that required buses to stop at train … Debunked: The Jordan School Bus Crash of 1938Read more
Those retro refrigerators are super cute, right? Charming as they are, they were actually responsible for dozens of child deaths in the 1940s and 50s. The design of refrigerators features a rubber seal between the … Child Refrigerator Deaths and the Refrigerator Safety ActRead more
Capital punishment, also known as “the death penalty”, is the state-sanctioned killing of a person as punishment for a crime. In the United States, it’s largely limited to people who have at least been found … Rainey Bethea and the Ending of Public Executions in the USRead more
This is the story of how a 16-year-old drunk driver led to increased protections for gas station and late-night workers. Introduction Many service jobs pay too little and demand too much. Long hours on … Grant De Patie and Grant’s LawRead more
While most of us were satisfied with Barbies and Lego when we were 7 years old, Jessica Dubroff had her eyes set on something much cooler: airplanes. Unfortunately, this hobby would eventually become fatal for … Jessica Dubroff and the Child Pilot Safety ActRead more
