Vol. 14 No. 1 (2024): Bellarmine Law Society Review

In the spring edition of the Bellarmine Law Society Review’s (BLSR) fourteenth volume, three undergraduate authors offer compelling examinations of contemporary legal challenges, each shedding light on different facets of our evolving legal landscape, specifically presenting pressing issues that intersect law, society, and technology. First, rising senior Caroline Corcoran succinctly delves into the nuanced interpretation of threats under federal law, examining the complexities of First Amendment rights, intent, and the objective assessment of threatening communications. Next, class of 2024 graduate Francis Hodgens confronts the housing affordability crisis gripping Greater Boston, analyzing and critically evaluating the efficacy of the MBTA Communities Act. Finally, rising junior Joseph Murphy tackles the intricate matter of liability in the era of self-driving cars by exploring the shifting dynamics of responsibility amidst the increased implementation of autonomous vehicles.