Federal Courts Split on Constitutionality of Individual Mandate in Health Care Law
Two district courts uphold insurance mandate, but two other courts find it unconstitutional.
Proposed MSHA Regulation Seeks to Strengthen Pattern of Violation Provisions
Mine safety regulator proposes criteria for improving worker protection.
Elena Kagan and the Regulatory State
Elena Kagan’s appointment underscores an important shift in American law toward legislation and regulatory law.
Is the Mine Safety and Health Administration Up to the Task?
Funding shortfalls may inhibit efforts at improving mine safety.
CPSC & HUD Issue Guidance on Imported Drywall
Government takes steps to protect consumers from poisonous substances in homes.
On Shedding Calories and Disclosing Information
Studies question whether nutrition disclosure laws are effective in reducing calorie intake.
OSHA Proposed Rulemaking on Workplace Right-to-Know
Agency seeks to change requirements for manufacturers to disclose information about hazardous materials.
Transparency and Health Care Reform
President Obama faces major tradeoff in achieving promised health reform.
New Book on Regulating the Safety of Imported Products
New book suggests ways to maintain consumer safety in a globalized world.