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Employment law related to disabilities is an important issue that affects millions of people around the world. In the U.S., 21.3% of people with a disability were employed in 2021, up from 19.1% in 2021. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, persons with disabilities make up 12% of the civilian noninstitutional population.
Clinical research can blur the lines between research and the practice of medicine for both physician-investigators and institutional review boards (IRBs). The question faced is, “Is it research or patient care?” The key to answering this question lies in what is intended by the physician.
Pitt Law has launched a new Online MSL in Corporate Compliance. Learn more about this latest offering and the opportunities it will open up to future students.
If you are considering a career in a legal or law adjacent field, or already work in law, it is beneficial to understand the MSL vs. LL.M. to understand which degree is appropriate for you and your career goals.
HR law, also called labor law, is an area of law that focuses specifically on the workplace and workers. HR professionals must have an understanding of the laws that drive their day-to-day tasks and the overall health of the organization.
Consider these best practices for composing an effective law school personal statement for graduate-level legal studies at Pitt Law.