A decision of the UN Human Rights Committee, which found that Italy had violated the right to life of drowned migrants, could transform state obligations for search and rescue at sea.
Read moreGerman Conviction Of Syrian Regime Official Must Not Detract From Bringing Assad To Justice
Imposing a sentence of four years and six months, the Koblenz court drew upon evidence gathered from victim testimonies, Al-Gharib’s own statement, official regime documentation, and thousands of leaked images.
Read moreCorporate Immunity And The Cargill/Nestlé Saga: Letting Child Slavery Enablers Off The Hook?
Contested topics of extraterritoriality and corporate liability have been considered in the claims against Cargill and Nestlé for human trafficking, child slavery, and forced labour crimes.
Read moreThe UK Government’s “Spy Cops” Bill: A Potential Threat To Human Rights And The Rule Of Law
The Spy Cops Bill, in its unamended form, could entail the UK Parliament approving a range of serious human rights violations which would set the UK apart from accepted international human rights standards.
Read moreEnvironmental Justice Beyond Border
Landmark ruling allows Zambian collective pollution claim to be heard in English courts, leading to welcomed settlement.
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