January 2018

January 29, 2018 In Blog

‘Summary Execution,’ a New Book from Public Justice Foundation Past President Michael Withey

Mike Withey’s book illustrates the importance of the civil justice system, even in cases that begin with a criminal act. Civil remedies are especially important when state authorities are unwilling to go after higher ups due to political pressure.

January 3, 2018 In Blog Court Secrecy

Delayed Federal Investigation of Possible Goodyear Defect Illustrates Another Peril of Court Secrecy

image by Neuble via Flickr By Jennifer Bennett Staff Attorney As we’ve talked about before on this blog, what you don’t know can hurt you. Take Harvey Weinstein, for example, who was allegedly sexually harassing—and then blackballing—women in Hollywood for at least twenty years before…

January 2, 2018 In Blog Consumers' Rights, Forced Arbitration

“Tribal Immunity” May No Longer Be a Get-Out-of-Jail Free Card for Payday Lenders

Public Justice is pleased to announce the publication of a comprehensive, first-of-its kind report that explores both the public face of tribal lending and the behind-the-scenes arrangements. It’s our hope that this report will be a helpful tool for lawmakers, policymakers, consumer advocates, journalists, researchers, and state, federal, and tribal officials interested in finding solutions to the economic injustices that result from predatory lending.

‘Summary Execution,’ a New Book from Public Justice Foundation Past President Michael Withey

Delayed Federal Investigation of Possible Goodyear Defect Illustrates Another Peril of Court Secrecy

“Tribal Immunity” May No Longer Be a Get-Out-of-Jail Free Card for Payday Lenders