Law & Criminology
Every industry is impacted and influenced by the field of law and criminology in some way. A common misconception is that you must be a legal expert to navigate the legalities of your industry. Using these articles, tips, and how-to guides from the Northeastern community, you can learn to apply your legal knowledge into real-world situations that affect your industry on a daily basis.
December 26, 2023
5 Tips for Choosing Your DLP Dissertation Topic
Kimberly Larson, director of Northeastern's Doctor of Law and Policy program, shares her advice for students when choosing a dissertation topic.
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January 24, 2023
How to Get Hands-On Experience in Law & Public Policy
Professor and policymaker JD LaRock discusses the exciting hands-on learning experiences available to Northeastern Doctor of Law and Policy students.
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September 30, 2020
Laws and Regulations Every HR Professional Should Know
All human resources professionals should be familiar with these HR laws and regulations to protect their organizations and employees.
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January 9, 2020
Military Disability Cases Offer New Perspective on Compensation for Discrimination
Read an exerpt from a Northeastern Doctor of Law and Policy student's thesis which examines discrimination in the military and current compensation models.
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November 26, 2019
What Is Data Privacy?
Learn more about data privacy laws and how organizations can prepare for the future of data privacy to meet emerging regulatory changes.
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May 28, 2019
Working in the Compliance Industry: What You Need to Know
Looking for a job in the compliance industry? Here’s what you need to know about the skills that are in demand and the regulations that matter most.
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May 2, 2019
Is a Law Degree Worth It? 3 Factors to Consider
Uncover the core differences between the JD, LLM, and MLS degrees, and the 3 factors you should consider when choosing which is right for you.
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June 29, 2018
Use These 9 Free Legal Templates to Protect Your Business
Virtually everyone needs to have at least a basic understanding of the law, but not all businesses can afford legal counsel. Here are templates every business owner can leverage, as well as common pitfalls to avoid.
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June 5, 2018
Healthcare Law: Navigating Our Complex System
Josh Abrams, adjunct professor at Northeastern University's School of Law, outlines the fundamentals of healthcare law in the U.S.
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May 24, 2018
Common Legal Terms All Non-Lawyers Should Know
Explore the most common legal terms every non-lawyer professional should know to be more effective in his or her role.
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