Tuesday, 04 March 2025 / Published in Law, Problem Solving Courts
Strategic Planning for Treatment Courts
Treatment courts play a vital role in the justice system by providing rehabilitative alternatives for individuals struggling with substance use disorders. However, for these courts to be effective, they must
Criminal justice reform consultant
Tuesday, 25 February 2025 / Published in Law, Problem Solving Courts, Veterans Courts
Veteran Treatment Court Mentors
The Role of a Mentor in VTCs At its core, a Veteran Treatment Court (VTC) mentor serves as a trusted peer and supporter of veteran participants (mentors), guiding them through
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Tuesday, 28 January 2025 / Published in Law, Traffic Safety
Workplace Safety
Learn how to create a traffic safety culture at work with four proven steps: educate, engage, train, and monitor. Protect lives and boost productivity!
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Tuesday, 21 January 2025 / Published in Law, Traffic Safety
Negligent Entrustment
Vicarious liability holds employers accountable for employees’ wrongful actions performed within the scope of their employment, especially when operating vehicles for work purposes. This legal responsibility extends to company vehicles and, in some cases, personal vehicles used for work, with liability often hinging on factors like policy enforcement, foreseeability, and proper employee screening. Employers can mitigate risks by implementing clear, consistently enforced vehicle use policies and conducting thorough background checks on employees.
Trauma-Informed Justice
The connection between trauma-informed justice practices and procedural fairness is profound. By adhering to the principles of procedural fairness, courts can create an environment where individuals feel safe, heard, and
Tuesday, 26 November 2024 / Published in Law, Trauma-Informed Court
Trauma-Informed Courts
The Justice Speakers Institute (JSI), as part of its ongoing mission to be a global leader in judicial education and to promote justice and the rule of law worldwide, proudly
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Monday, 25 November 2024 / Published in Drug Courts, Podcast, State Associations
West Virginia Treatment Courts
In this episode of Justice Speaks, Kaylee Dickenson, West Virginia’s State Drug Court Coordinator, shares insights on treatment court effectiveness, innovative funding models, and overcoming rural challenges. Learn how her leadership helps reduce recidivism, support participants, and shape the future of Drug and Family Treatment Courts in the state.
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Thursday, 21 November 2024 / Published in Podcast, Procedural Justice
Join us on Justice Speaks as Dr. Yasuhiro Maruyama, a professor at Rissho University, shares his journey into Therapeutic Jurisprudence, inspired by U.S. Drug Courts and mentorship from JSI Co-Founder Judge Peggy Hora. Discover his insights on the global impact of problem-solving courts.
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Thursday, 14 November 2024 / Published in Community Supervision, Podcast
Judge Karen Friedman discusses her human-centered approach to criminal justice reform, her work with the BJA, and her commitment to rehabilitation, support, and systemic change.
Procedural Fairness in Treatment Courts
The Justice Speakers Institute (JSI) envisions promoting justice and the rule of law worldwide by serving as the essential global resource on justice issues. In pursuit of this vision, JSI
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