Online Journal
Our Online Journal features original legal and public policy analysis pieces written and edited by our Online team of Duke undergraduates. The opinions expressed by the Online team are not representative of any views held by the Duke Undergraduate Law Review Executive Board.
Sensitivity vs. Sensationalism: Victim Negligence & Publicity Rights in the Era of Tending True Crime Series
Netflix’s Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story has become one of the most-watched Netflix shows this fall, quickly captivating audiences with its riveting acting and suspenseful narrative. The show amassed about 500 million views from Sept. 23 to Oct. 20. The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story along with The Jeffrey Dahmer Story (both part of the Monsters series) highlight the popularity of true crime narratives today . . .
Leveling the Playing Field: Addressing the Legal Gray Area of University-Collective Interactions in NIL and Title IX Compliance
In the high-stakes arena of collegiate sports, a new player has emerged: Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals. These agreements have revolutionized the landscape of college athletics, allowing student-athletes to monetize their brand for the first time. However, NIL policies have created a complex web of legal and ethical challenges, concerning gender equity and Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendments: the US’s doctrine to prohibit gender-based . . .