Should We Run Agencies More Like Businesses?
Legal scholar argues for greater reliance on entrepreneurial strategies in regulation.
Can States Convince People to Recycle?
Research suggests recycling laws may turn people into “committed” recyclers.
How Global Anti-Corruption Enforcement Grew
Scholars argue changing global attitudes and U.S. legal culture have impacted white-collar prosecutions.
The Case for Regulating After Harms Occur
Scholar argues that society is best off when regulators punish violations after the fact.
The Case for Regulating Before Harms Occur
Scholar argues that regulators should try to impose penalties before rule violations can hurt society.
Do Occupational Licenses Exacerbate the Prison-to-Poverty Pipeline?
Expert argues that occupational licensing reform will unlock the economic potential of former prisoners.
Regulation of the Chinese Equity Crowdfunding Market
Scholar argues that China should model U.S. and U.K. regulation of online investing.
Screaming “Wildfire” in a Crowded Clean Air Act
Researchers argue for new regulatory treatment of wildfires to improve air quality and public health.
Supreme Court Clarifies Test for Evaluating Useful Articles
Decision may have implications for the protection of other industrial designs.
Constraining the SEC’s Enforcement Options
Supreme Court limits agency’s ability to demand repayment of illegal gains.
New York Law Regulates Business Owners’ Speech
Justices unanimously decide that a New York law prohibiting credit card surcharges regulates speech.
Constraining the President’s Appointment Power
Court holds President Obama’s appointment of acting General Counsel for the NLRB was unlawful.