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Why U.N. watchdogs are warning White House about WA tribe's evictions
George Adams, who speaks and teaches the Nooksack Tribe’s Lhéchelesem language, isn’t one of those facing eviciton. However, he cut official tribal ties after facing retaliation for objecting to the disenrollment campaign, he said. (Daniel Kim / The Seattle Times)

Why U.N. watchdogs are warning White House about WA tribe's evictions

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A long-running dispute over Indigenous heritage and property has captured the attention of experts assigned by the U.N. to monitor international human rights. Professor Eberhard is quoted. (Source: The Seattle Times)

Three-Minute Legal Talks: The Copyright Infringement Case Over "Thinking Out Loud"
Peter Nicolas

Three-Minute Legal Talks: The Copyright Infringement Case Over "Thinking Out Loud"

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In three minutes, Peter Nicolas, the William L. Dwyer Chair in Law and an adjunct professor of music, covers the lawsuit and explains why the jury ultimately sided with pop star Ed Sheeran in this landmark case.

Mike Townsend to Receive David B. Thorud Leadership Award
53rd annual Awards of Excellence

Mike Townsend to Receive David B. Thorud Leadership Award

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Associate Professor Townsend will be honored at the 53rd annual University of Washington Awards of Excellence on June 8, 2023.

Three-Minute Legal Talks: The Abortion Drug Mifepristone’s Legal Battle
3-Minute Legal Talks: Jessica West

Three-Minute Legal Talks: The Abortion Drug Mifepristone’s Legal Battle

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In three minutes, Jessica West, a lecturer at ºìÌÒÊÓÆµ, covers the abortion drug’s current legal issues and what lies ahead.

Washington governor forces lawmakers to reconsider drug crime bill
WA Governor Jay Inslee

Washington governor forces lawmakers to reconsider drug crime bill

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Washington Gov. Jay Inslee has called a special session after state lawmakers were unable to reach a compromise on a drug bill. Hugh Spitzer, professor of law at the UW, is quoted. (Source: Newsweek)