In her first article for the UCLR Blog, Associate Member Micah Kindred explains how sales tax on software in Ohio can be a complex issue for developers.
All Software is Not Created Equal
Gerrymandering Control of Redistricting: How Standards Should be Introduced to Limit Unfair District Map Manipulation
Notes and Comments Editor Sarah Stoner argues that states need more than simple procedural guidelines to protect against gerrymandering, and looks at the Ohio legislature's recent attempt to enact an unconstitutional district plan.
The Rise of Pay Transparency Laws and Their Driving Forces
Notes and Comments Chair Margaret Tierney explores a recent rise in pay transparency laws, which "allow employees to discuss their compensation with others and inquire into the compensation and benefits of other employees without fear of retaliation or discrimination by the employer."
The Shocking Truth About Ohio Marital Law
Executive Editor Lisa Rosenof discusses void and voidable marriages under Ohio law, arguing that Ohio's current approach in voiding marriages that are "shocking to good morals" is problematic and overbroad.
The Draconian Future Following the Dobbs Decision
Blog Editor Caleigh Harris examines the Supreme Court's recent decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization. Caleigh discusses historical abortion jurisprudence, the consequences of the Dobbs decision, and Ohio's current abortion laws.
Ohio Executive Authority to Postpone Elections
Photo by Element5 Digital on Unsplash J.P. Burleigh, Associate Member, University of Cincinnati Law Review I. Introduction Ohio was set to conduct its primary election on Tuesday, March 17th. But on the evening of March 16th, the state’s executive branch postponed the election to prevent the spread of coronavirus. The delay contradicted an earlier statement from Governor DeWine... Continue Reading →
Bike Paths and Eminent Domain
Photo by Max Böhme on Unsplash J.P. Burleigh, Associate Member, University of Cincinnati Law Review I. Introduction During the 19th century, Congress granted railroad companies rights of access to build and operate railroads across public lands.[1] After the Interstate Highway System was built, many railroad companies stopped operating and once-busy railroads fell into disuse.[2] The “rail-trail” movement began... Continue Reading →
Which Ohio Commission Should Regulate Gambling Within the State?
"Roulette table gambling"by Best Free Bets is licensed under CC BY 2.0 Theron Anderson, Associate Member, University of Cincinnati Law Review This is the second article in a two-part analysis on sports betting. Click here to read an in-depth discussion of Murphy v. NCAA. Introduction After being granted the discretion to authorize sports betting within its... Continue Reading →
H.B. 6: Is this the End of Nuclear Power in Ohio?
"Dungeness"by nigelphoto2011 is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 William Malson, Associate Member, University of Cincinnati Law Review Disclaimer: the author is employed by a group seeking to hold a referendum on H.B. 6. Background In 1966, the Atomic Energy Commission discontinued operations of the Piqua Nuclear Power Facility just outside the southern city limits of Piqua,... Continue Reading →
Ohio’s Limits on Health Services in the Electronic Age
Author: Andrea Flaute, Associate Member, University of Cincinnati Law Review Telemedicine is a key innovation in the health care industry. Sharing patient information and physician services across long distances bridges a gap for patients across the world. Telemedicine’s benefits include access to services that would otherwise be unavailable; streamlined and efficient communication between patients and... Continue Reading →