Spring 2007
In rich realization of Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr.’s view of law as “apath to the world,” Michigan Law’s conferences and symposia use law as the key to open doors to subjects ranging from child advocacy to intelligence gathering and the state of our democracy.
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A new section to keep you informed about the Law School’s fundraising initiative.
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A measure of honor
–Mark D. West
People in Japan sue despite low damages—and win—over some things that sound rather silly. The rules increase people’s chances of winning, but even if they had a 100 percent chance of success, shouldn’t they be able to get over it.
On amending Executive Order 12866
–Sally Katzen
During the last six years, there has been a slow but steady change in the process by which regulations are developed and issued—specifically, in the balance of authority between the federal regulatory agencies and the Office of Management and Budget.
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