Norfolk Southern Train Derailment: $600 Million Settlement Moves Forward This week saw a significant development in the aftermath of the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, as a proposed $600 million settlement gained preliminary approval. The settlement seeks to provide compensation for thousands of residents and businesses impacted by the toxic chemical spill...Read More

The Significance of Public Legal Education Public legal education (PLE) has garnered increasing attention in recent years. But what exactly is PLE, and why is it so vital for both society and the legal profession? PLE initiatives aim to enhance the public’s understanding of legal issues, equipping individuals to handle personal legal matters more effectively....Read More

Understanding and Combating Elder Financial Abuse Elder financial abuse is an increasingly prevalent issue, exacerbated by the social and economic challenges of recent years, including the COVID-19 pandemic. Many elderly individuals now rely more heavily on others for assistance, coupled with a rise in first-time internet use. These factors, along with fractured family dynamics and...Read More