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Prison Overheating and the Deliberate Indifference Standard in the Eleventh Circuit

By Natalie Kemper The problem of dangerously hot prison conditions is not new. However, this issue has become increasingly more prevalent due to climate change, a rise in heat-related deaths, and a lack of effective policy. In Florida, inmates in around three-quarters of prisons are subjected to a lack of air conditioning.[1] An extensive study […]

Bound by Silence: The Power of Arbitration Clauses in Keeping Corporations Out of Court

By Fayth Frederic Increasingly widespread use of arbitration agreements in consumer contracts have effectively “locked” consumers out of courts.  Arbitration agreements, found in almost all pre-printed consumer contracts, require consumers to resolve disputes that arise through binding arbitration, rather than in court. By way of simply tapping “I agree”, consumers can waive the constitutional right […]

Turning Panic into Profit: Price Gouging in the Wake of Natural Disasters

By: Olivia Fox Natural disasters are inevitable, but the exploitation of vulnerable communities in their wake should not be. As climate change accelerates the frequency and power of hurricanes and other natural disasters, people across the United States find themselves constantly struggling with emergencies.[i] In these challenging times, one pressing issue exacerbates the burden on […]

Denied by Design: How Algorithms Reinforce Housing Inequality

By Ashley Romay Artificial intelligence (AI) is a transformative and versatile tool that replicates human intelligence at incredible speed. But like any technology, its impact is dependent on the manner it is utilized. At first glance, this tool promises efficiency and precision, yet its widespread application, particularly in the housing industry, should raise caution. The use of […]