Check out this week's #ProofOverPrecedent episode, which dives into the role of CHAMPS, our RCT field partner and an organization transforming child advocacy programs through its medical-legal partnership. It's both holistic and evidence-based! buff.ly/cyQ6qCr #ChildWelfare #EvidenceBasedPolicy
How does AI compare in making fair decisions in law vs. medicine? How about compared to human decision making? Context matters in accepting algorithms over humans. Check out our latest #ProofOverPrecedent episode for HLS student and faculty insight. buff.ly/d8n1wtb #AI #LawAndTech #LegalInnovation
California's effort to end cash bail failed with the voters. Was it because of the link to pretrial risk assessment or the odd anti-campaign pairing from the bail bond industry and civil liberties groups? This week's #ProofOverPrecedent dives into the topic - buff.ly/CozzyMr #JusticeReform #CashBail
How can we improve the criminal record clearing process to be more accurate, efficient, and encompassing? This week's #ProofOverPrecedent episode looks at innovative research methods and policy recommendations that could shape the future of U.S. expungement laws. buff.ly/SWQgdhw #LegalInnovation
The latest #ProofOverPrecedent episode looks at expungement in Kansas, revealing common access to justice hurdles–including contradictory, redundant, and sometimes prohibitive forms to fill out–that complicate an individuals' ability to get criminal records cleared. buff.ly/I1TOpQH #Expungement
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Criminal record clearing has shown positive results on employment and housing for individuals, as well as low recidivism rates. So why haven't more people with records pursued it? Check out our latest #ProofOverPrecedent episode: buff.ly/lS3yUcG #Expungement #CriminalJusticeReform #AccessToJustice
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Prison research carries with it a share of IRB regulations intended to protect incarcerated individuals, but at what cost to innovation and research? Listen to #ProofOverPrecedent: buff.ly/QaxwYZT #IRB #EthicsInResearch
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Did you know your service contracts' hidden clauses may bar you from suing a company in court? The alternative, mandatory arbitration, may put consumers at a disadvantage. Listen to this week's #ProofOverPrecedent episode: buff.ly/FJVzaPZ #MandatoryArbitration #ConsumerRights #AccessToJustice
Is life without parole a better alternative to a death sentence? The latest #ProofOverPrecedent podcast discusses systemic issues, procedural inadequacies, and high error rates linked to LWOP. The issue is ripe for reform. buff.ly/6FIvH3s #LifeWithoutParole #AccessToJustice #EvidenceBasedResearch
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What does it say that research on 33,000 search warrant applications in a study returned a 98% judicial approval rate with a median of 3 minutes in review time (for about 1,000 words)? What are the implications? Listen to the latest #ProofOverPrecedent buff.ly/XPlJ9gJ #JudicialReform #EvidenceBased
The U.S. has tripled its jail population since the 1980s, with the largest growth from pretrial detentions. This episode of #ProofOverPrecedent looks at data behind this increase, what's driving it, and what low-cost/low-tech alternatives may be more effective. buff.ly/Rp5Armv #CriminalJustice
Pretrial detention can cost communities billions of dollars, and the individual impact on families, employment, and future opportunities is equally significant. The latest #ProofOverPrecedent podcast dives into the social and economic costs of the pretrial system. buff.ly/ehZtADE #CriminalJustice
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When is informed consent unnecessary in legal and social science research? We dive into this and the ethics involved in balancing patient rights and research progression in this week's #ProofOverPrecedent podcast and blog -- buff.ly/WtMod7g #LegalResearch #EthicsInResearch
Would you stick around in a marriage you no longer wanted? For some, the cost and hassle of a divorce keep them from accessing justice. #ProofOverPrecedent podcast episodes talk about surprising results and RCT process of our divorce study. buff.ly/fxEZeR5 #AccessToJustice #LegalInnovation #LegalAid
Is it time civil mental health courts were added to specialized courts for the sake of delivering more efficiencies and fairness to those involved? This week's #ProofOverPrecedent blog argues for it: buff.ly/aWHzkW1 #LegalInnovation #MentalHealthLaw #AccessToJustice
If reforms to mental health procedures could lead to courtroom efficiency and better treatment for involuntarily committed psychiatric patients, is it worth looking into? An RCT would bring the needed evidence. buff.ly/CzIrJiK #ProofOverPrecedent #AccessToJustice #Legalnnovation #MentalHealthLaw
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How can we balance due process with timely mental health treatment? This week, the "Student Voices" podcast episode of #ProofOverPrecedent explores potential reforms for involuntary commitment laws. Listen or read the blog: buff.ly/eqVwjun #InvoluntaryCommitment #JusticeReforms #AccessToJustice
Can the presence of legal counsel at a defendant's first court hearing transform their journey through the justice system? Our latest podcast covers a study of two Texas counties that randomized counsel at first appearance. buff.ly/WZKPNdT #AccessToJustice #CriminalJustice #ProofOverPrecedent
Why are so many state and federal government websites difficult to navigate? Our latest "Student Voices" episode of #ProofOverPrecedent looks at this issue and ways to improve accessibility with simple updates. buff.ly/5fZMbMH #AccessToJustice #LegalInnovation #LawReform
Our first global study tackled early access to counsel for misdemeanors in Kenya and Tunisia. It was cut short in January. This #ProofOverPrecedent podcast/blog looks at the lessons learned. buff.ly/Np1Tkgl #AccessToJustice #ResearchFunding #LawAndDevelopment #StopWorkOrder
HLS Student Joe Liberman is back on the #ProofOverPrecedent podcast to discuss potential reform solutions for No Money Down bankruptcies. Take a listen or read the blog: buff.ly/kMxD4Kj #BankruptcyReform #AccessToJustice #LegalReform
Our latest #ProofOverPrecedent podcast episode just dropped. In it, HLS student Joe Liberman targets "No Money Down" bankruptcies and why they might actually hurt those they should be helping. Give it a listen or read the blog. buff.ly/kVm0v7N #AccessToJustice #BankruptcyLaw
Can low-cost, low-effort community diversion programs help repeat offenders rehabilitate? If all goes well, this study could lay a blueprint for U.S. municipal courts. Give a listen to this week's #ProofOverPrecedent podcast: buff.ly/AvPhrhL #AccessToJustice #A2J
Catch our latest #ProofOverPrecedent episode and get a law student perspective on pro se litigants and their barriers in the U.S. justice system. buff.ly/mpg2pKN #AccessToJustice #LegalAccess
Our latest #ProofOverPrecedent episode bridges the gap in understanding the IRB process in legal field research and discusses how we define 'human subjects'--a crucial definition impacting access to justice. Take a listen--https://buff.ly/9Y5FwSV #AccessToJustice #LegalEthics
Criminal defendants have a right to counsel. What about those in civil cases (e.g., child custody, domestic violence, eviction cases), which disproportionately affect women? HLS student Laura Aquino points out this injustice in latest #ProofOverPrecedent episode. buff.ly/V5qqqGZ #AccessToJustice
Episode 12 of #ProofOverPrecedent just dropped, and it tackles eviction prevention. Hear how text message interventions could be an effective and low-cost step toward providing timely legal literacy and housing security support. buff.ly/tsSMbDq #AccessToJustice #EvictionPrevention #LegalReform
What's so unique about Law that it doesn't need empirical research the way Medicine does? Nothing, says student Andrew Reed in the latest #ProofOverPrecedent episode. What do you think? Listen to the episode or read the blog. buff.ly/BhJKFvd #AccessToJustice #A2J #LegalInnovation #EvidenceBasedLaw
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IRB expert Shannon Sewards returns to our #ProofOverPrecedent podcast to discuss human subjects research with Jim Greiner. How do you define human subjects? And what is considered "research" on human subjects? Listen now -- buff.ly/6cveyt6 #AccessToJustice #A2J #IRB #EvidenceBasedLaw
HLS student Andrew Reed uncovers a courthouse rule causing chaos with access to justice--courthouse cellphone bans. How do you feel about them? Listen to the latest #ProofOverPrecedent episode. buff.ly/N6FyBVf #HarvardA2JLab #A2J #AccessToJustice #LegalInnovation
