Professional & Niche
The Secret Barrister
The Secret Barrister
An anonymous criminal barrister exposes the inner workings of the English and Welsh criminal justice system, revealing its flaws and failures while exploring why it matters and how it affects everyone.
COVID-19 and the Law
I. Glenn Cohen; Abbe R. Gluck; Katherine L. Kraschel; Carmel Shachar
This comprehensive volume offers a critical reflection on the profound and enduring effects of the COVID-19 pandemic across the entire spectrum of law and policy. Edited by leading experts, it evaluates how healthcare and government institutions succeeded and failed during this global 'stress test,' exploring crucial areas from health equity and racial justice to constitutional law, federal benefit programs, and global responses. The book identifies key questions and provides essential guidance for stakeholders navigating the complex legal legacy of COVID-19, aiming to better prepare the world for future pandemics.
Lady Justice
Dahlia Lithwick
In a gripping narrative, 'Lady Justice' chronicles the extraordinary efforts of women lawyers and activists who stood as the last line of defense against the erosion of democratic norms and civil liberties during the Trump administration. Through the stories of figures like Sally Yates, Becca Heller, Robbie Kaplan, Brigitte Amiri, Vanita Gupta, Stacey Abrams, and Nina Perales, this book reveals how these women leveraged the legal system to fight against the Muslim travel ban, white supremacy, attacks on reproductive rights, and voter suppression. It's a powerful testament to resilience, strategic legal action, and the enduring fight for justice, showcasing how women, often working against immense odds, became the unexpected architects of resistance and change.
When Brute Force Fails
Mark A. R. Kleiman
Challenging the conventional wisdom that more severe punishment leads to less crime, Mark Kleiman proposes a groundbreaking strategy for effective crime control. This book argues for a shift from 'brute force' to a system of swift, certain, and proportionate sanctions, combined with dynamic resource concentration and clear communication of deterrent threats. It explores how these principles can be applied to policy design, gun control, and drug policy to achieve the dual goals of less crime and less punishment, ultimately fostering a more just and efficient criminal justice system.