Analysis

Could Judges Solve Climate Problems?

Could Judges Solve Climate Problems?

A Penn panel discussion sparked a lively debate about whether courts should shape environmental policy.

A Message of Hope and Caution for Global Climate Negotiations

A Message of Hope and Caution for Global Climate Negotiations

Australian senator speaks at Penn Law on creating an international climate agreement.

Are Government Benefits Going to the Wrong People?

Are Government Benefits Going to the Wrong People?

Federal audit identifies causes and consequences of benefit overpayments to disabled workers.

The Problem with Delegation

The Problem with Delegation

Legal scholar argues that delegation poses a threat to the separation of powers.

Price Manipulation Charges Trigger Expanded Investigation into Precious Metals Trading

Price Manipulation Charges Trigger Expanded Investigation into Precious Metals Trading

Regulators around the world investigate allegations that some banks artificially adjust precious metals prices.

How Academics Can Improve Regulatory Inspections

How Academics Can Improve Regulatory Inspections

Workshop shares research findings to advance agency compliance and enforcement practices.

Can Food Safety Regulations Lead to Environmental Harm?

Can Food Safety Regulations Lead to Environmental Harm?

Scholar argues that new food safety regime sacrifices environmental well-being.

Capturing Uber Efficiency with Smart Regulation

Capturing Uber Efficiency with Smart Regulation

Scholars offer framework for better regulating sharing economy firms.

Auditor Says Federal Cybersecurity Efforts are Inadequate

Auditor Says Federal Cybersecurity Efforts are Inadequate

Government report finds that federal agencies’ cybersecurity practices are too weak.

EEOC Probes Hollywood Hiring Practices

EEOC Probes Hollywood Hiring Practices

Agency requests interviews with female directors in light of allegations of discriminatory hiring.

Evaluating Disaster Relief

Evaluating Disaster Relief

Government report recommends “federal mechanism” to increase oversight of the Red Cross.

Scholar Faults State Efforts to Regulate Police Drones

Scholar Faults State Efforts to Regulate Police Drones

Scholar argues that better state laws would accommodate privacy concerns and encourage police efficiency.