Katerina Mrhacova
June 24, 2020
Slavery is not a thing of the past. The modern form of slavery is exemplified in the contractual drafting practices and particularly observable in the entertainment industry, among others. Read this article to challenge some current legal procedures and reflect on the expanding definition of slavery.
June 1, 2020
This Long Read is a legal overview of the issues surrounding the treatment of prisoners. Generally, the concept of human rights is used as blanket protection, which, in reality, may conceal the mistreatment of prisoners. This article provides readers with alternative perspectives heavily backed by data to compare it with the traditional interpretation of the issue.
May 12, 2020
Vareesha Sameem provides an insight into the Turkish approach to the human rights crisis experienced by sexual assault victims.
April 27, 2020
This short read serves as a reminder of the many roles that journalists play in today's society. Introducing practical examples, this article tries to shed light on the indispensability of journalists without the resort to journalistic ethics.
April 2, 2020
The media closely watched the impeachment of President Donald Trump. But what does his acquittal mean for the upcoming United States presidential election?
March 21, 2020
States are reluctant to intervene in today's capitalist markets. The reality of corporate failures, which do not only impact the company and its shareholders but negatively affect employees, local communities and other stakeholders make the call for more stringent regulation increasingly urgent. This article outlines the role that corporate governance plays in the regulatory framework of business organisations.
March 6, 2020
The increasing importance of digital platforms in political participation raises the question of the rules on such advertising online. Facebook continues to highlight its unwillingness to fact-check political campaigns that take place on the platform. What are the risks of allowing this trend?
March 1, 2020
There is still a lot to improve in the legal protection of the most vulnerable groups. As much as society has progressed towards eliminating discrimination, some cases seem to receive very little attention. This article details the issue of disability discrimination and the current regulatory response.
February 13, 2020
Big tech firms play a central role in the lifestyle of people in the 21st century. Legislators, acknowledging their power, now tighten their operations through antitrust laws. This article details the impact of such legislative shifts on the big tech firms themselves.