Professor Lawrence Rosenthal was quoted in an article in the Los Angeles Times entitled, “Testifying in his own corruption trial would be a huge gamble for Michael Carona.” As the title infers, the article is about whether or not OC Sheriff Michael Carona should testify. Professor Rosenthal stated, “By far the worst gamble for the
The Los Angeles Daily Journal published two op-eds written by Chapman Law students analyzing the presidential candidates’ health care proposals. In a full page point-counterpoint piece that appeared in the October 17, 2008 issue, “A Healthy Debate” featured the opinions of 3L student Shirley Peng and 2L student Edward Reid. Peng noted that John McCain’s plan only appeals
Professor Katherine Darmer was quoted in an article in the Orange County Register entitled, “Mike Carona: From ‘America’s Sheriff’ to Defendant.” With jury selection set to begin in the corruption case against former Orange County Sheriff Mike Carona, the article discusses the case and the multiple motions to dismiss filed by Carona’s attorneys. Professor Darmer
Associate Dean Timothy Canova authored an op-ed appearing in the Wall Street Journal entitled, “Massive Stimulus May Be Needed to Stem Crisis.” In his piece, Dean Canova discussed the similarities between the current financial crisis and the Great Depression and suggests that a grand scale financial stimulus is likely needed to overcome the current financial
Dean John Eastman was quoted in a Los Angeles Times article entitled, “Roe vs. Wade? Bush vs. Gore? What Are the Worst Supreme Court Decisions?” In the article constitutional law professors and other experts from across the country were asked what they believe is the worst Supreme Court decision. The most common answer given by
Professor Vernon Smith authored an op-ed entitled, “Surviving Until Next Time.” In his article, Professor Smith discusses the current crash of the U.S. housing bubble and its causes. However, despite the current crisis, Professor Smith expresses optimism for the future with, “Our brutalized economy will survive the crash – after a scare and some scars.”
Distinguished Visiting Professor of Law Richard Falk presented “Debating International law Since 9/11: Principled and Pragmatic Controversies,” at a Chapman Dialogue this Saturday. An audience of close to a hundred attended the event, including Lucy Reed the president of the American Society of International Law (ASIL) and Betsy Andersen, ASIL’s executive director. In addition, dozens
Associate Dean Timothy Canova was quoted in an article in Metro Times, entitled “Foreclosure Fight: The Push for a Michigan Moratorium.” The article describes the push by Detroit protestors for an emergency moratorium on foreclosures in the wake of the $700 billion federal bailout. Earlier this year, Sen. Clarke (D-Detroit) introduced a senate bill which
Dean John Eastman was quoted in a Wall Street Journal article entitled, “Legal Path for Intervention Was Blazed in FDR’s Time.” The article discusses the recent federal intervention in the financial markets and the trend of the court since the FDR administration. In the article, Dean Eastman makes the argument that the courts should reject
Associate Dean Timothy Canova was interviewed for a video piece on The Real News Network entitled, “Worst Week Ever on World Markets.” In the recent weeks, the world has witnessed a global economic meltdown, including the $700 billion federal bailout. “Many people with money, smart investors, have to know that $700 billion is not going