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RM Law Implications post-Arthur Anderson and Enron »

Number of pages 7

In the wake of corporate malfeasance at Arthur Anderson, new laws have been passed to protect the public. The most important of these was spelled out in the Sarbanes-Oxley act, an act governing how paper (memorandums, correspondence, and any other paper) will be treated in the future. Taking a quick walk through why the act ... View Full Description
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Robert Peel »

Number of pages 7

This 5.5-page paper examines Sir Robert Peel's police principles, called the Peelian Principles and how they apply to law enforcement agencies today. There are 7 sources cited. View Full Description
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Roe v. Wade Will Never be Overturned »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page overview of this landmark legal precedent. This paper asserts that this case will never be overturned because it is too important not just to women but to American society as a whole. Bibliography lists 10 sources. View Full Description
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Role Of District Attorney In Criminal Justice »

Number of pages 7

A 7 page paper that discusses what a district attorney or prosecutor does. The district attorney’s role is pivotal in the criminal justice system. The paper reports activities in which the prosecutor is involved and comments on how easy it is for the district attorney to abuse the vast power they have. Bibliography lists 7 ... View Full Description
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Roy Criner »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper discusses the wrongful conviction of Roy Criner in detail. It includes a summary of the case against him. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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Rule Making and Adjudication »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper explores administrative law from the perspective of rule making and adjudication. Emerging scientific discoveries complicate this process. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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Rules of Evidence Case Study Analysis »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper examines a case submitted by a student. Rules of evidence are applied. Also discussed is the relevance of using expert witnesses. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Sado-Masochism and Consenting Adults (Case Study Analysis in Criminal Law) »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper explores an interesting case concerning Australian law. Should a husband be charged with homicide if an incident results in her ultimate demise? Bibliography lists 15 sources. View Full Description
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Safety Devices on Guns: Safety Features, Social Responsibility and Manufacturers »

Number of pages 5

This is a 5 page paper discussing gun safety features, gun manufacturers and social responsibility. Public concern and promotion by gun safety groups led the Clinton administration to introduce gun safety legislation in 2000 which included the requirement of built-in child safety locks on handguns, ballistics testing on new handguns to aid in solving crimes ... View Full Description
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Sale of Goods Act and case study »

Number of pages 7

A paper which looks critically at the parameters of the Sale of Goods Act, and analyses vendor's liability in a case relating to the sale of contaminated food. Bibliography lists 12 sources View Full Description
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Salvage Law and Government Property in US Waters »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page consideration of the circumstances surrounding the salvage of a World War II aircraft that crashed into US waters in 1943. This paper considers the distinction between lost, misplaced, and abandoned as they relate to the plane’s ownership. The author emphasizes the importance of salvage law in deciding just compensation for ... View Full Description
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Same Sex Marriage »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page paper which examines both sides to the same sex marriage issue. The paper predominantly argues that same sex marriages should be allowed. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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Same-Sex Marriages »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page paper which argues in favor of same-sex marriages. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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SARBANES-OXLEY AND ANALYSIS »

Number of pages 6

This 6-page paper examines the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, what prompted the legislation and how it is likely to impact the accounting profession. Also included are discussions about advantages and disadvantages of the act. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Schiavo and Kevorkian »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page paper which examines the cases of Schiavo and Kevorkian. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Schmidt v Rosewood Trust Ltd [2003] »

Number of pages 9

This 9 page paper examines the case of Schmidt v Rosewood Trust [2003] 2 WLR 1442 (also cited as Schmidt v Rosewood Trust Ltd [2003] UKPC 26). The paper examines six elements; the facts, the law, the decision, fairness, consistency and problems in the future. The bibliography cites 8 sources. View Full Description
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Scottish Law »

Number of pages 16

This 16 page paper looks at Scottish law from a number of perspectives. Written in three parts the first part looks at the basis and development of Scots law. The second part of the paper examines the way promises may be enforced under Scots law comparing it to Islamic law. The last part of the ... View Full Description
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Search and Seizure: Applications of the Fourth Amendment Post September 11, 2001 »

Number of pages 8

An 8 page discussion of the evolution we have witnessed in regard to search and seizure practices in the aftermath of the September 11, 2002 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon itself. The author reviews the provisions of the Fourth Amendment and the manner in which our rights were protected ... View Full Description
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Search and Seizure: Illinois verses Robert S. Lidster »

Number of pages 10

A 10 page overview of the numerous considerations introduced in Illinois verses Robert S. Lidster. This paper reviews the petitioner’s brief of the case, highlights its main points and compares them to other considerations in regard to Search and Seizure and protection of our Fourth Amendment rights. Bibliography lists 9 sources. View Full Description
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Search and Seizure: In Custody Searches »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page discussion of search and seizure and the Fourth Amendment protections surrounding it. The author explores a fictional scenario of a potential witness that is taken into custody for parole violation. Eight days after he was arrested and his clothing inventoried and stored the police deciding to search it for evidence. ... View Full Description
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Search and Seizure: Searching Vehicles as a Part of Apprehension and Arrest »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page discussion of search and seizure as it applies to vehicles. This paper is based on two fictional scenarios but calls upon case law involving searches of vehicles when those searches were no predicated on the fact that a vehicle is readily mobile. Bibliography lists 8 sources. View Full Description
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Search and Seizure: Warrantless Searches »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page presentation of the circusmstance that can result in a warrantless search. The author presents a fictional scenario in which the officer's safety is predicated on such a search. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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Seat-Belts and Safety »

Number of pages 7

A 7 page discussion of the problems revolving around noncompliance with seat belt laws. Although seat belt usage is increasing over time, many are still non-compliant. The author examines the views of those that do not use seat belts, pointing out that education is the key to increasing compliance and saving lives. ... View Full Description
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SECOND AMENDMENT AND GUN CONTROL »

Number of pages 4

This 4-page paper focuses on the issue of why the Second Amendment is both the most used and least effective argument for gun control, and why it has made America's gun control laws so weak. Bibliography lists 1 source. View Full Description
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Secondary Resources for Legal Professionals »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper discusses some of the resources available for legal professionals, and when to use them. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act: Terms »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page paper which examines some of the terms, defining and explaining them, as they involve Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Bibliography lists 1 source. View Full Description
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Seeking Damages for Psychological Harm or Nervous Shock; UK Law »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper considers the problem of claiming for psychological harm or psychiatric injuries. The writer uses relevant cases studies to consider how this has been viewed by the courts with issues such as duty of care, proximity and how foreseeable the event was. Cases include those concerning the Hillsborough disaster as well as ... View Full Description
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Self Defence in English Law »

Number of pages 6

This 5 page paper discusses the problems faced by the courts in formulating tests for self-defence when the defendant has made the first strike. This is examined using relevant case authority and statute to back up points. The paper is written in reference to English law. The bibliography cites 7 sources. View Full Description
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SEMS Management Function »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page paper that discusses the Operation Area Handbook - Management as found in the 2006 edition of the Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS) Guidelines for the state of California. Bibliography lists 1 source. View Full Description
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Sentencing and Armed Robbery »

Number of pages 7

A 7 page research paper that concerns a proposed bill for doubling the maximum prison term for armed robbery, which is due to come up for a vote soon. While this bill is very popular, there are aspects of public policy that must be considered in order to make a reasoned, logical decision on this ... View Full Description
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SENTENCING IN CAPTITAL PUNISHMENT CASES »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper discusses the need for reform of the sentencing procedures involving capital punishment cases in the United States. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Sex & Race Discrimination Protection in UK »

Number of pages 9

A 9 page research paper that explores British legislation on these issues. Great Britain has had specific legislation in place for over 30 years that prohibits discrimination due to sex, martial status, or race, color, national origin or ethnicity. Considering this fact, the question arises as to how well these laws have been working. After ... View Full Description
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Sexual Harassment Case »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page paper which examines a sexual harassment case. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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Sexual Harassment In Schools »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page paper that identifies the standards of liability in terms of sexual harassment and sexual discrimination in schools, examples of cases and comments about monetary awards. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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Sexual Harassment Laws »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper provides a comprehensive history and background of the sexual harassment laws in the United States. The essay begins by reporting how and when the term sexual harassment was coined and the fact that the issue is not a new one. At least one author has traced serious incidents of sexual harassment ... View Full Description
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Shaping the Law for Sex Offenders and the Important Role of Women »

Number of pages 10

In ten pages this paper focuses on how laws for sex offenses have developed over the past 20-25 years with particular attention to the role of women in this process. Ten sources are listed in the bibliography. View Full Description
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Shares and Shareholder Rights »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper is written in two parts. The first considers the differences between preference and ordinary shares, the second part of the paper examined the rights of minority shareholders. The paper is written with reference to English law. The bibliography cites 6 sources. View Full Description
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Sharia Law in Business »

Number of pages 8

This 8 paper looks at the way Sharia law impacts on business. Written in three parts the first part looks at the general influences, the second part looks at how bonds, or sukuk, are issues and the last part at the way sukuk is perceived under Islamic law. The bibliography cites 8 sources. View Full Description
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Shoplifting -- An Ever-Present Concern »

Number of pages 9

Shoplifting -- An Ever-Present Concern: This 9-page analytical essay examines the increased prevalence of shoplifting in America. In addition, its ramifications and those relevant to false arrests by store security, what can be done to prevent these incidents of false detention, and also examples of recent cases are discussed. Bibliography lists 7 ... View Full Description
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Should Federal Courts Review State Death Penalty Cases? »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper discusses the current situation in which federal courts review death penalty appeals only once, and argues that this is insufficient and fuller review procedures should be reinstated. Bibliography lists 1 source. View Full Description
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Should Government Intervene in the Employment Contract? »

Number of pages 8

The employment contract is a personal contract between the employer and the employee. It may be argued that this should be sufficient to regulate the employment contract. However, there are interventions from government in a number of ways. This 8 page discusses how and why intervention may be necessary and considers whether or not this ... View Full Description
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Should Minors be Tried as Adults? »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper considers the question of whether or not juvenile offenders should be tried as adults, and argues that they should not. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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Should Plagiarism Prevent Admission to the Bar »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page essay that discusses an exercise scenario in which a law student is caught plagiarizing and the question presented, which is whether or not the individual should later be admitted to the bar. The writer refers to numerous relevant cases. No bibliography is offered. View Full Description
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Should Previous Conviction Evidence be Permitted Trials; »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper considers whether or not previous convictions should be allowed as evidence in trials. The paper examines the current position under English law, the way that the government have indicated they would like to see it change and the impact that any change may have on the outcome of court cases. The ... View Full Description
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Should Prisoners Receive Free Education & Healthcare? »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page research paper/argumentative essay that addresses this question. The writer first outlines the cost of these programs, as well as the need for health and education programs, and then discusses how using prison labor is a growing trend in the US, arguing that if prisoners were paid what their services are worth, they ... View Full Description
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Should Prostitution Be Legalized? »

Number of pages 6

6 pages in length. The writer discusses pros and cons of legalizing prostitution. Bibliography lists 8 sources. View Full Description
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Should the Human Rights Act be Repealed? »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper considers whether or not there would be any harm suffered in terms of freedoms and liberties in the UK Human Rights Act 1998 were repealed. The paper considers the way that the Human Rights Act has been implemented and areas where changes have been seen and the situation without the HRA. ... View Full Description
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Should the Increase in the Minimum Threshold for Creditor Petitioning for Personal Insolvency Be Extended to Commercial Insolvency? »

Number of pages 22

This 22 page paper looks at insolvency in Australia and considers the 2010 amendment which increased the minimum threshold for a creditor petition. The change is examined in the context of insolvency law and the potential for a similar amendment to be applied to commercial insolvency legislation is assessed. The bibliography cites 16 sources. ... View Full Description
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Should the Legal Definition of Marriage be Changed? »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper argues that the current definitions of marriage are out of date. The way in which the definition may be wrong is considered in terms of the international pressures and changes and also internal social structures. The paper concentrates on English law, but many elements have an international context and other ... View Full Description
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Should The Monopoly Of Patents Be Abolished »

Number of pages 8

An 8 page paper. Thomas Jefferson initiated the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. The patent laws, in fact, all intellectual property protection laws, are controversial. This essay presents the arguments on both sides of the debate. Included are discussions on: the requirements for being awarded a patent, the four precepts by which the Patent ... View Full Description
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