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Australian Family Law and Custody Concerns »

Number of pages 15

This 15 page paper covers this issue fully in addition to examining divorce issues and family violence. Changes in trends in divorce is the focus of this paper that looks at models like fifty-fifty parenting. Australia Family Law is discussed. Bibliography lists 14 sources. View Full Description
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"Internet and Computer Law: Cases-Comments-Questions": A Discussion of the Principles Illuminated by Authors Peter B. Maggs, John T. Soma, and James A. Sprowl »

Number of pages 12

A 12 page discussion of the ease with which private and proprietary information can be unscrupulously gleaned from the multitude of computerized digitized files which exist in the contemporary world. The laws which exist for the purpose of protecting our privacy and the ownership of intellectual property have proven to be a little real ... View Full Description
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"Unconstitutional" Alcohol Sales Prohibitions by US Cities »

Number of pages 10

A 10 page paper discussing the trend toward sharply restricting alcohol sales in cities for the purpose of restricting availability in narrow locations. Restricting alcohol sales by zoning and imposing time controls is not unconstitutional in action, but it certainly does oppose the intent of the Constitution and specifically the 21st amendment that repealed ... View Full Description
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"What’s Important In Law In A Society Is Social Facts And Not Morality Or Justice": Commentary »

Number of pages 3

3 pages in length. Herbert L.A. Hart's (1997) assertion of "what's important in law in a society is social facts and not morality or justice" (p. PG), goes against the very grain of the entire legal process. In order to accept this accusation, it is important to understand how and why the notion ... View Full Description
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"Who Owns Information?: From Privacy to Public Access" »

Number of pages 9

A 9 page discussion of the concerns presented in the book by Ann Wells Branscomb. The management of information has become considerably more complex in the last few generations. Branscomb details the topic of information ownership with a particular emphasis on the risks which currently exist in regard to information privacy. Branscomb's book supports ... View Full Description
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“A Hanging” by George Orwell: Executions Today »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page paper which examines how hangings today are as brutal as the one detailed in George Orwell’s story “A Hanging.” Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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“No Crueler Tyrannies” by Dorothy Rabinowitz »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page review of Dorothy Rabinowitz’ “No Crueler Tyrannies.” No additional sources cited. View Full Description
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“Overriding interests and land registration” »

Number of pages 6

A six page paper which looks at the topic of land registration and overriding interests, considers the way in which such interests can interfere with the use and enjoyment of land and assesses the possible ways in which the law could be changed in order to allow prospective purchasers to make an informed decision prior ... View Full Description
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“Why Our Drug Laws Have Failed and What We Can Do About It”: A Discussion of the Premises of Author James P Gray in Comparison to the Philosophies of Plato, Aristotle, Socrates, Machiavelli, Locke, Hobbes, and Rousseau »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page exploration of the question of whether drug laws are serving a positive societal function. Gray contends that not only are drug laws ineffective, they are counterproductive and potentially devastating. This contention is evaluated in light of the contentions of numerous other philosophers. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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2 New Proposed Laws »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page research paper/essay that proposes 2 new laws. The first law proposes that “puppy mills,” (i.e., informal breeders) should be regulated to ensure humane treatment of animals and that these breeders should be held to professional standards of breeding. The second law gives authority to firemen to compel individuals to undergo decontamination in ... View Full Description
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3 Policing Papers »

Number of pages 30

A 30 paper research paper that consists of 3 separate essays on community policing. 1st paper is 8 pages in length and cites 3 sources; 2nd paper is 8 pages in length and cites 4 sources; and the last is 11 page in length and cites 17 sources. Also, there are 3 pages of illustrating ... View Full Description
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A Case Concerning Directive 84/5/EEC »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper looks at a case supplied by the student were the victim of a hit and run accident believes the compensation they have been awarded by the Bureau for Compensation. The paper considers using Article 234 EC to gain a preliminary decision on whether the UK has implemented Directive 84/5/EEC correctly. The ... View Full Description
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A Case for Judicial Review; Assessment and Alterantives »

Number of pages 20

This 20 page paper looks at a case study provided by the student where a dependant wife is entitled to compensation under the Trinidad and Tobago Criminal Injuries Compensation Act No 21 of 1999. The board to which the wife should submit an application has not yet been set up, despite years passing since the ... View Full Description
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A Case in Judicial Review »

Number of pages 7

This 8 page paper considers a case supplied by the student where there are apparent procedural errors in a decision made by a local authority, as well as a potential abuse of power. The bibliography cites 8 sources View Full Description
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A Case of Loss »

Number of pages 14

This 14 page paper looks at a case study supplied by the student and gives advise to a client; Tony, according to English law. Tony has been very unlucky. Firstly he is pursued to allow his flat to be used as security for his employers business loan. He believes this to be for a period ... View Full Description
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A Case Study in English Law »

Number of pages 12

This 12 page paper considers a case provided by the student. The case has several potential claims and each is discussed separately and covers breach of contract, the postal rule, frustration, negligent tort and employment law regarding redundancy. The bibliography cites 12 sources. View Full Description
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A Critique on the October, 2008 Ringtone Decision »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper examines this decision related to copyright and the music industry. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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A Current Bill in Congress; H.R. 863 »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper considers the Consequences for Juvenile Offenders Act of 2001 (H.R. 863) what it does, and how the current bill will impact on practice and policy of dealing with juvenile justice. The bibliography cites 6 sources. View Full Description
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A DISCUSSION OF INTERNATIONAL ARBIRTATION »

Number of pages 20

This 20-page paper focuses on two cases of international arbitration: Eco Swiss vs. Benetton and Mitsubishi vs. Soler. The cases point up the importance of arbitrators and their knowledge of competitive law in their rulings. Bibliography lists 10 sources. View Full Description
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A Hypothetical Gaming Company: Playing with God and Legalities »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page paper which examines legal elements of a hypothetical gaming company named Playing with God. The paper examines legalities involving a particular game that may be based on Harry Potter. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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A Land Law Case Study »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper consider a case presented by the student and considers how different parties can be advised in a property dispute, including the establishment of equitable overriding or minority interests. The paper is based on English law. The bibliography cites 15 sources. View Full Description
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A Look at the Exclusionary Rule »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper includes a discussion about two articles, one in favor and one against, this rule in law. The paper argues in favor of the exclusionary rule. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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A Look at the Practice of Plea Bargaining »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper examines both sides of the issue but concludes that the practice should end. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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A Mitigation »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper considers how a mitigation may be put together to aid a defendant in gaining a more advantageous sentence whilst ensuring that justice is served. The bibliography cites 5 sources. View Full Description
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A Petition of a Change in the Rules of Evidence »

Number of pages 14

This 14 page paper is written as a petition to the Scottish Parliament to change the laws of evidence related to oral evidence. The petition argues that written evidence should be acceptable form witnesses and that written statement should be allowed as memory aids, under certain circumstances, to aid accuracy of information given to the ... View Full Description
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A Plea for the Digital Millennium Copyright Act to be Amended »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper argues that the fair usage policy within the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) is harmful to the development of technology by providing access in a legal, but unfair manner that is likely to lead to declines in the industry and harm society in the long run. The bibliography cites 1n source. ... View Full Description
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A Proposal Regarding the American With Disabilities Act »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper makes a recommendation for a study in respect to ADA. The subjects broached include both work related aspects and education. Many issues are addressed but focus on benefits and detriments of the law. Recommendations for changes are made. Bibliography lists 10 sources. View Full Description
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A RECORD COMPANY AND BUSINESS LAW »

Number of pages 5

This 5-page paper discusses various aspects of business law as they pertain to a gospel record company. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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A Review of the International Criminal Court »

Number of pages 12

A 12 page examination of the history of international law and the implementation and function of the International Criminal Court. The author examines the reasons behind U.S. resistance to this international entity. Bibliography lists 8 sources. View Full Description
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A Short History of Affirmative Action in Higher Education »

Number of pages 11

This 11 page paper provides an overview of affirmative action in higher education with a focus on landmark cases. Hopwood, Bakke and more recent Michigan cases are discussed. The paper takes the position that affirmative action is necessary. Bibliography lists 10 sources. View Full Description
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A Summary of Five Acts »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper examines several acts including the Patriot Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. The context in which the acts emerged is evaluated. Research is provided to support the assumptions. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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ABA MODEL AND ETHICS »

Number of pages 3

This 3-page paper discusses ethics involved with padding a billable timesheet. The discussion focuses, in part, on what the American Bar Association Model for Professional Conduct says. Bibliography lists 1 source. View Full Description
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Abortion and Civil Disobedience »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page discussion of Henry David Thoreau's prescription for Civil Disobedience. This paper addresses how civil disobedience is an extremely effective tactic even today. The example of abortion law is emphasized. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Abortion and Surrogacy Laws and the Treatment of the Unborn Child »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper discusses the following statement and finds in its’ favour, “What the practices of surrogacy and abortion have in common is that they show a profound disrespect for human life in its earliest stages. The law, by endorsing such practices, has promoted and indeed legitimated this disrespect”. The paper is written ... View Full Description
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Abortion Debate/Argumentative Essay »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page research paper/argumentative essay that examines the issues surrounding the abortion debate. Abortion is definitively the most "divisive bio-ethical issue of our time" (Levine, 1993, p. 22). In 1973, the Supreme Court decision of Roe v. Wade ignited a national debate concerning the proper regulation of abortion that has continued to the present ... View Full Description
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Abortion: An Argument Against the Contention that Only Rape Justifies Abortion »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page contention that there are many valid justifications for a woman to pursue an abortion. The author argues that the contention that only situations of rape warrant abortion is myopic at the very least. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Abortion: National and State »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page paper which examines the federal and state policies concerning abortion. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Abusing Handicapped Parking Placards »

Number of pages 6

6 pages in length. What possesses able-bodied individuals to illegally steal parking spaces from those who truly need the special location? For many, it is the opportunity to expedite the tedious job of parking; for others, it is a subconscious test to see just how far they can push the system. While ... View Full Description
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Accountability of the Police »

Number of pages 17

This well written 17 page paper looks at the UK police force and argues that the recent developments that have increased police powers, such as, but not limited to, PACE 1984, Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994 and the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996, have not been balanced with effective police account ability. ... View Full Description
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Accounting Implications post-Arthur Anderson and Enron »

Number of pages 7

In the wake of corporate malfeasance at Arthur Anderson, new laws have been passed that affect accounting practices around the world. New accounting laws have been passed by governments from the United States government, New York City, Texas, Greece, and African states. All of these laws will affect American companies. Covered are the new laws ... View Full Description
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Accuracy Of The FBI Uniform Crime Reporting System »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper provides a very brief historical overview of the Uniform Crime Reporting Program. The paper then explains and discusses the types of crime data the FBI collects for this program and how they obtain the data. The writer discuses the strengths and weaknesses of the system, including the fact that not all ... View Full Description
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Acting in the Color of State Law »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper defines what it means to act in the color of the law and outlines the problems that can result. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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ADA and the Hospitality Industry »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper looks at the Americans With Disabilities Act and how it affects the hospitality industry. ADA is defined. Cases related to various industries in the hospitality sector are provided. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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Addressing Two Law Issues »

Number of pages 5

5 pages in length. The writer briefly discusses criminal intent and inter vivos trusts. Bibliography lists 10 sources. View Full Description
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Administrative law and public and private bodies »

Number of pages 7

A paper which considers the relationship of administrative law in the UK to public and private bodies, particularly with regard to the system of judicial review and the extent to which private bodies should be susceptible to such review. Bibliography lists 8 sources View Full Description
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Administrative Law In The United Kingdom - Case Study »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper focuses on a fictitious Act for the Preservation of Sites of Historical Importance. The scenario is presented about a newly found ancient Wood Henge. A corporation wants to build a superstore and the local committee approves the action. The writer explains how the Committee violated sections in the Act. The ethical ... View Full Description
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Admissibility of Eyewitness ID Evidence »

Number of pages 10

A 10 page research paper that discusses the reliability of eyewitness testimony. The writer offers a literature review of eyewitness and memory research that indicates that eyewitness testimony is not as reliable as it has been traditionally viewed in US jurisprudence. Bibliography lists 8 sources. View Full Description
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Adoption and the American With Disabilities Act »

Number of pages 15

This 15 page paper looks at the problem of adoptive parents who have disabilities. How ADA can help them to adopt is explored. Some cases are discussed. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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Adoption, Special Guardianship and Residency Orders »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper looks at adoption, special guardianship and residency orders, what they are, how they are made and their characteristics, with reference to both statue law and case law. The paper refers to English law. The bibliography cites 5 sources. View Full Description
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ADR: Mediation »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper discusses the mediation process, which is part of the Alternative Dispute Resolution structure. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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