North America

Second Circuit Declares Consent-Based Jurisdiction under the Promoting Security and Justice for Victims of Terrorism Act Unconstitutional

Author: 
Michael G. Bergin, Jr.

On September 8, 2023, the Second Circuit Court of Appeals dismissed claims brought by U.S.

Treasury Department Announces Sanctions against South Sudanese Officials for Involvement in Conflict Related Sexual Violence

Author: 
Michael G. Bergin, Jr.

On June 20, 2023, the United States Treasury Department announced that it had designated for sanctions Major General James Nando a

Montana Court Supports Right to Clean and Healthful Environment

Author: 
Justine N. Stefanelli

On August 14, 2023, the Montana First Judicial District Court invali

U.N. Investigator’s Report on Guantanamo Bay Exposes Violations of International Human Rights Law

Author: 
Ayomide Oloyede

Canada Joins 1961 Apostille Convention: 1000th Treaty Action for HCCH

Author: 
Ayomide Oloyede

US Formally Denounces Russian Crimes in Ukraine as Crimes Against Humanity

Author: 
Romita Chattaraj

US Imposes Visa Restrictions against Nigerian Citizens for Undermining Democratic Process

Author: 
Romita Chattaraj

On January 25, 2023, the US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken enacted

Justice for Victims of War Crimes Act Passed in U.S. Senate

Author: 
Justine N. Stefanelli

On December 22, 2022, the U.S.