The term polymath is rarely used — as it seldom truly applies to an individual’s breadth of talent & abilities….. But polymath is the exact word for capturing the many talents of Arturo Schomburg…. Writer, Historian, Curator, & Activist….. … And let’s not forget librarian! To learn more about this remarkable individual — and to…
General… President (our Country’s first)… George Washington’s reputation often resides in his role in the American Revolution… As his eulogist famously noted, Washington was “first in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his countrymen” Washington’s leadership was a deciding factor in the defeat of the British, a first for the Empire…
Obviously, Abraham Lincoln is immediately identified as a U.S. President…. But it could easily be argued that Lincoln is the still the best lawyer who ever became President…. Lincoln is estimated to have been a lawyer for approximately 5,600 cases and presided as a pro-tem Judge for about 300… Corporate Tax Law? Lincoln was attorney…
It’s Mardi Gras time here at The New York Law Institute…. And our very own Krewe — John Anthon, F.B. Cutting and James T. Brady are getting into the New Orleans spirit of things… But before you get your carnival on and are too deeply involved with beads, parades and King Cake…. you might want…
Regina Anderson Andrews was a true Renaissance woman — a writer, salon doyenne and librarian. And, she was instrumental in the rebirth of interest in African-American culture… that has become known as the Harlem Renaissance…. Celebrate the life of Regina Andrews Anderson — by learning more about her life by exploring The New York Law…
Not sure what Staten Island Chuck or his more famous cousin Punxsutawney Phil will be accurate in their prognostications…. But I’m sure as my own shadow that you’ll find these NYLI Animal Law resources useful….. And let’s not forget looking up legislation (& legislative intent) regarding endangered species law…. ProQuest Congressional (included with NYLI membership!)…
Check out my “Member Chat” with Rachael Moller — Expert Librarian & COMPETIVE Bridge Player… Yet another example of a fascinating librarian… Click here to read my Law Lines Chat with Rachael Moller!
Now that Britbox has made its hit series about my own favorite movie star, maybe it’s time to blog about a central legal aspect of Mr. Leach’s/Grant’s life. Archibald Leach became Cary Grant as an adult, forging a new identity that began with legally changing his name. For my mere mortal readers — here are…
This Martin Luther King Day… remember him by learning more about the Civil Rights Act (1964)…. Martin Luther King Jr’s life was dedicated to ensuring Civil Rights. For more on the passage of the 1964 Act, check out this source….. Congressional Research Service documents… available to NYLI members through PQ Congressional …. MLK’s vision was…
Did that Atari picture get your attention? Bringing back memories of past holidays or birthdays when THAT was the sought after cool gift…. But for librarians and lawyers — the really cool gift would be a Nutshell…. Cuz’ we all know about Ms. Pacman … but what do we know about Video Game Law? The…