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The American Prison System »

Number of pages 7

A 7 page paper that begins with a discussion of the purpose of prison and the conditions of the American prison. The paper reports and discusses programs that are intended to reduce recidivism and to re-introduce the offender to the community. Statistical data are included. Bibliography lists 8 sources. View Full Description
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The Americans with Disabilities Act and Sutton v. United Airlines »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page report discusses the Americans with disabilities act and uses the 1999 case of Sutton v. United Airlines as an example of a ruling in favor of an employer. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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The Americans With Disabilities Act: Successes and Failures »

Number of pages 11

An 11 page overview of the history and provisions of this 1990 Act. The ADA has resulted in a tremendous improvement in regard to the lives of the disabled. There are, however, certain facts which we must acknowledge. These include reports on continued discrimination as well as concerns that the Act results ... View Full Description
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The Andrea Yates Case »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper looks at this Texas case where a mother drowned all of her children. The end result is examined and the facts of the case are relayed. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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The Appeal Process and the World Trade Organization »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper reviews the criteria such as new evidence, new argument, weighing of evidence, and issue of fact are explained in regard to when a case is eligible for review by the panel in the appeals process. Bibliography lists 1 source. View Full Description
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The Application of Product Liability Law; The Case of An Exploding Coffee Pot »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper looks at product liability law and applies it to a case where a consumer buys a new coffee pot which explodes and injures them on the first use. The paper considers the different approaches that could be adopted under product liberty law and makes a recommendation to the most appropriate approach. ... View Full Description
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The Arbitrary Nature of the Death Penalty »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper examines capital punishment. Black's Law Dictionary is used to define the term arbitrary and the discussion on the arbitrary nature of the death penalty begins. Several examples are provided. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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The Ashland Oil Company Disaster at Floreffe, Pennsylvania »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page report discusses the Ashland Oil Company and the collapse of a four million gallon storage tank at its Floreffe terminal near Pittsburgh in 1988. Millions of gallons of diesel fuel were spilled into adjoining properties, wetlands, and the river. Legal and ethical issues are outlined and tied to legal principles and ethical ... View Full Description
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The Australian Trade Practices Act (Section 52) »

Number of pages 13

This 13 page paper provides an overview of the section of this act that allows consumers recourse for unfair advertising practices. Deceptive practices by McDonald's in Australia are addressed specifically and several other cases are cited as well. The case where McDonald's violated the section on two counts--one for a game they did ... View Full Description
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The Bahamas; Background to the Legal System »

Number of pages 24

This 24 page paper consider the legal background in the Bahamas. The paper consider the way in which there is a separation of the powers, the rule of law and the way in which the systems are reflective of the former colonial power. The writer also argues that there has been a lack of reform ... View Full Description
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The Brady Bill and The Effect On The N.R.A. »

Number of pages 11

This eleven-page-paper presents an overview of the Brady Bill and how it affected the N.R.A. (National Rifle Association). Bibliography lists eight sources. View Full Description
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The Capital Punishment Problem »

Number of pages 11

This 11 page paper examines the problem of capital punishment. Both sides are given equal attention in this informational paper. Bibliography lists 10 sources. View Full Description
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The Case for Gun Control »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper presents the argument that gun regulation is sorely needed in the United States. Several issues are discussed including the Brady Act, Waco, Ruby Ridge and gun violence in the schools. Arguments are presented regarding the interpretation of the Second Amendment. Bibliography lists 10 sources. View Full Description
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The Case of A Tennant »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper looks at English law and the case of a rent agreement that appears to be informal and a new tenant arriving. The landlady then sells the property to another owner, with the new owner wanting to get rid of the tenant. This paper looks at the rights of the tenant and ... View Full Description
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THE CASE OF CHETUM V KNARLES & BARKLEY »

Number of pages 8

This 8-page paper details the legal issues concerning the fictitious case of Chetum v Knarles & Barkley. Topics discussed include breach of contract, vicarious negligence and employer-employee contracts. View Full Description
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The Case of Royal College of Nursing of the United Kingdom v DHSS (1981) and the Abortion Act 1967 and the Interpretation by the Judges »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper outlines the way in which the judges of the appeal court and the House of Lords interpreted this Act, specifically the phrase “Registered Medical Practitioner”. The bibliography cites 5 sources. View Full Description
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The Case of Steve/Susan Stanton »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page paper which examines the legal ramifications of the experiences and the case of Steve/Susan Stanton in Largo, Florida. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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The Case of Two Laptops »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper examines a case study supplied by the student. A purchasing officer of an Australian company uses the company stationary and his position to purchase two lap top computers. When the invoice arrives the company he works for refuses to pay the bill. The paper considers the legal position and considers if ... View Full Description
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The Changing Role in Information in Modern Society »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper consider how, as a result of technology, information has become a commercial resource to be maximised. The writer looks at this form the perspective of UK law, how information and knowledge are viewed as intellectual property and what protection both organisations and individuals have and the extent of the relevant ... View Full Description
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The Christian Ideal of Love in "Dead Man Walking" »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper considers two questions with regard to the book "Dead Man Walking": how would we evaluate the Christian imperative to love in the context of the book, and how might American policy change if her concerns are considered? Bibliography lists 1 source. View Full Description
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The Civil Rights Act of 1964 »

Number of pages 9

This 9 page paper provides an overview of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the context in which it was developed. The Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Document Number PL 88-352, 88th Congress, H.R. 7152) was a continuation of a process initiated under the Kennedy presidency to put into place measures for the ... View Full Description
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The Companies Act 2006 »

Number of pages 9

It has often been stated that the courts have traditionally interfered too much in the field of company law. This 9 page paper considers whether or not The Companies Act 2006 reduce the need for court intervention by providing a coherent and comprehensive statutory code. This is discussed using two areas of the new act ... View Full Description
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The Concept of Direct Effect in EU Law »

Number of pages 8

The notion of the effectiveness of European Community law has been developed by the European Courts of Justice (ECJ)into an obligation on national courts to ensure that they give adequate effect to EC in cases arising before them. This 8 page paper examines the way in which the “direct effect” concept has been applied ... View Full Description
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The Concept of Domicile within UK Law »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper considers what is meant by domicile and how it is determined under UK law. The paper cites cases to illustrate points raised. The bibliography cites 1 source. View Full Description
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The Concept of Fairness in the Law of Natural Justice in Jurisprudence of the Commonwealth Caribbean »

Number of pages 10

This is a 10 page paper discussing the concept of fairness and natural justice in regards to the jurisprudence of the Commonwealth Caribbean. The concept of fairness adds to the law of natural justice especially in its application of the jurisprudence of the Commonwealth Caribbean. The Commonwealth Caribbean, comprised of over 15 island and mainland ... View Full Description
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The Conflict Over Motorcycle Helmet Laws »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper looks at this controversial issue. Both sides are explored. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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The Constitutionality of Sex Offender Laws »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper examines sexual offender registry laws with a focus on Maryland. It is argued that such laws are constitutional. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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The Constitutionality of the New York Smoking Ban »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper evaluates the constitutionality of the 2003 smoking ban. Various cases and other state laws are discussed. The first, fifth and fourteenth amendments are highlighted. Bibliography lists 10 sources. View Full Description
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The Consumer Protection Safety Act »

Number of pages 10

This is a 10 page paper that provides an overview of the Consumer Protection Safety Act. It takes the form of a hypothetical legal memorandum enumerating a company's rights to appeal, among other issues. Bibliography lists 1 source. View Full Description
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The Continuing Need for Affirmative Action »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page overview of the many accomplishments of affirmative action. The author contends, however, that these accomplishments are far from enough. Bibliography lists 8 sources. View Full Description
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The Copyright Act of 1976 and the Fair Use Doctrine »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page report discusses a case in which copyright questions are considered. The Plaintiff has filed a complaint based in the Copyright Act of 1976, Title 17, stating that the defendant has created and commercially distributed unauthorized altered versions of plaintiff’s copyrighted motion pictures. In the case of GMG Studios, Inc. versus Scarlet’s BeneFilm’s, Inc., a ... View Full Description
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The Costs of Prohibition and the Economic Effects of the Legalization of Marijuana »

Number of pages 14

In fourteen pages (12 pages + 1 pg. abstract and 1 pg. outline) this paper analyzes the economic repercussions of the prohibition of marijuana as opposed to its legalization with costs, effects, elasticity, supply and demand among the topics examined. Eleven sources are listed in the bibliography. View Full Description
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The Culture of the Special Court in Sierra Leone »

Number of pages 29

The ad hoc special court of Sierra Leone is unique in the way it was set up and the remit for its’ operations. This 29 page paper looks at how this has resulted in a unique, positive culture that is able to cope with severe financial and operational constraints while seeking to deliver the far ... View Full Description
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The Dangers of Restorative Justice »

Number of pages 7

There has been an increasing trend to use restorative justice. This is seen as cost effective and empowering victims. However, this 7 page paper argues there is a danger that by focusing on needs and interests of victims, restorative justice may go too far in the direction of 'privatising' crime. The bibliography cites 10 sources. ... View Full Description
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The Death Penalty »

Number of pages 10

A 10 page paper which discusses the death penalty and reasons that it should be used in our nation. Bibliography lists 8 sources. View Full Description
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The Death Penalty Argument (Article Analysis) »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper reviews an article by Governor George Pataki on the merits of the death penalty. The paper looks at the article point by point and disputes each of these. Weaknesses of the article are highlighted. No additional sources cited. View Full Description
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The Doctrine of Binding Precedent and the Concept of Common Law In English Law »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper is written in two parts. The first explains the doctrine of binding precedent, also known as stare decisis. The second part of the paper looks at the strengths and weakness of common law as seen in English law. The bibliography cites 10 sources. View Full Description
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The Doctrine of Intention in English Contract Law »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper considers the doctrine of intention with regard English contract law, the paper considers what it is, how it is defined, and case law which outlines how it is interpreted in different situations as well as the role of public policy. The bibliography cites 6 sources. View Full Description
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The Death Penalty: Arguments For and Against »

Number of pages 4

This is a 4 page paper discussing the arguments presented for and against the death penalty. The arguments for and against the death penalty often involve similar areas of concern: religion, justice, deterrence, cost, and respect for human life among other aspects. Currently there are over 3,500 people on death row in the United States ... View Full Description
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The Death Penalty: Murderers and Rapists »

Number of pages 6

A 6 page paper which argues that the death penalty should be used on murderers and rapists. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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The Development of Industrial Relations; The Impact of the Move from Collectivism to Individualism »

Number of pages 9

This 9 page paper considers the way in which industrial relations have changed due to increased emphasis on individualism. The writer considers the way in which the law and social attitudes have been interrelated and the way in which new forms of collectivism which embody co-operation and consent are also accompanied by an increased legal ... View Full Description
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The Devil Discusses Moral Concepts »

Number of pages 6

(6 pp). So where were we? Ah that's right you were contemplating believing that you as an individual do not have the right to be morally bound in any way. And what if we said you are right. You intrinsically do have that right. However, what you choose ... View Full Description
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The Difference Between Copyright and Patent and the Case of Service Consultants »

Number of pages 3

This is a 3 page paper discussing the difference between copyright and patent and the discussion of a case involving a computer program. Copyright is an unregistered right to created works which have been fixed in some form on paper, film, electronic or sound mediums and includes creative works such as novels, databases, computer programs, ... View Full Description
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The Difficulties of Mergers »

Number of pages 12

This 12 page paper looks at the problems which are created with the various regulations of different jurisdiction and the control of mergers or acquisitions. Difficulties include issues such as high direct and indirect costs, different rules and approaches and time delays. The main thrust of the paper looks at the argument for a bilateral ... View Full Description
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The Difficulty of Sir John Egan’s ‘Rethinking Construction’ »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper considers how the framework top add value to the construction industry in Sir John Egan’s ‘Rethinking Construction’ may be desirable, but how it be problematic in resolving disputes as it is not supported with UK contract law. The paper looks at the framework first and then at the problem with the ... View Full Description
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The Digital Economy Act »

Number of pages 9

This 9 page paper examines the UK's Digital Economy Act, which came into force in June 2010, looking at the reason for the introduction of the legislation, or text achieve as well as examining the reasons driving those who are in favor and those who oppose the legislation with particular attention paid to the music ... View Full Description
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The Doctrine of Notice and the Land Registration Act 2002 »

Number of pages 18

The scope of the doctrine of notice with respect to registered land has long been a matter of doubt and it is questionable whether the Land Registration Act 2002 has removed the doubts. This 18 page paper looks at how the doctrine of notice has developed how it has been reduced in importance over time. ... View Full Description
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The Doctrine Of Separate Corporate Personality »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper looks at the concept of the separate corporate identity under English law. The paper is written in two parts. The first part critically discusses the nature and significance of the doctrine of separate corporate personality and considers how it is applied. The second part of the paper assess the situations ... View Full Description
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The Duties and Responsibilities of Executors; A Case Study in English Law »

Number of pages 14

This 14 page paper considers the administration of estates by two different executors in two different cases, both of which deal with wills that are written clearly. Issues discussed include the duties of the executor (or executrix), calculation and liability of inheritance tax, raising money to pay the inheritance tax, gifts, land transactions following the ... View Full Description
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The Duties of Directors; UK Law »

Number of pages 11

In March 1998, the DTI launched a long-term fundamental review of core company law. As part of their inquiry the Review carried out a major analysis of the role and function of directors. The Government believes that the statutory statement of directors' general duties is of fundamental importance as it codifies the principal duties of ... View Full Description
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