Racism in Chapter 7 and 13 Bankruptcies: Examining Racial Disparities in Access and Legal Support Amid Promises of a Fresh Start

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit:  Smart Calender/ shutterstock.com Bankruptcy law, in theory, is designed to offer individuals and businesses a fresh start when they are overwhelmed by debt.…

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The Emergence of Black Power: Exploring Historical Context and Potential Impacts on African American Progress

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: Jacob Lund / shutterstock.com  The Emergence of Black Power: A Historical Context. Had African Americans fully embraced the principles of Black Power, they…

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Professor Alfred Slocum: A Civil Rights Leader and Supporter of the MSP Program at Rutgers Law School

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Photo created by A.I Professor Alfred A. Slocum was a prominent civil rights leader, legal educator, and advocate for minority students in higher education. He…

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Unpacking the Controversy: Trump and Vance’s Rhetoric in 2024—Racially Charged Statements Under Scrutiny

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: Maxim Elramsisy/shutterstock.com  In 2024, Donald Trump and JD Vance's political rhetoric has sparked significant controversy, with numerous statements and public remarks that have…

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