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Union Recognition under UK Employment »

Number of pages 6

Law This 6 page paper considers the question of if and when an employer can be forced to recognise a trade union in the UK. The writer includes consideration of the Employment Relations Act 1999 and recent cases. The bibliography cites 5 sources. View Full Description
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UK Contract Law; When Has an Agreement Been Reached? »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper considers when, in UK law, a contract is seen to be agreed. The writer explains the subjective and the objective approach and when they are used, before considering the divergent opinions of Lord Denning. Numerous cases are cited throughout the paper. The bibliography cites 5 sources. View Full Description
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The Ethics of Abortion »

Number of pages 6

A 6 page exploration of the ethics of abortion. Analyzes the various situations under which an abortion might be considered ethical such as in cases of rape or when the life of the mother is threatened by the pregnancy. Counters these situations with the writings of Saint Thomas Aquinas who contends that abortion ... View Full Description
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THE SIRA »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper outlines the beginnings of the Sira by Ibn Ishaq. The relationship of the Sira to the Koran are explored as well as how the Sira and the formation of Islamic Law, or Sharia, are related. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Executive Privilege »

Number of pages 11

An 11 page paper discussing the claims of the Clinton administration that it should be immune from prosecution in the investigations that ultimately uncovered the Monica Lewinsky sex scandal. Executive privilege is a concept that gives the chief executive – i.e., the president – of the country the right to act outside of normal ... View Full Description
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Farrakhan v. Secretary of State for the Home Dept. »

Number of pages 9

A 9 page research paper that discusses the 2001 decision of the British High Court concerning Farrakhan v. the Home Secretary. Farrakhan is a black Muslim leader who is known to be racist (against whites) and anti-Semitic. The decision reversed a 15-year ban on Farrakhan in the UK. The writer defends the decision as good ... View Full Description
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Employer-Positive Aspects of the Employment Standards of British Columbia »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page paper discussing ways that increased government regulation can be of benefit to businesses in British Columbia. At first glance, the latest pass at standardizing employment practices and labor laws in British Columbia can appear to be yet another layer of governmental involvement in private enterprise. Though there are expenses in ... View Full Description
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Transsexuals in the Workplace: Discrimination Issues »

Number of pages 14

14 pages. This paper focuses on the issues of transsexuals in the workplace. Discrimination, constitutional law, social and political aspects of the employment of transsexuals are all topics that are discussed in this extensive and interesting research paper. Bibliography lists 9 sources. View Full Description
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Rape: An Ethical Reason for Abortion? »

Number of pages 6

A 6 page discussion of the ethics of abortion is concerned. The author of this paper examines both the pros and cons surrounding the issues of abortion, pointing out that there could indeed be many problems with pregnancies which result from rape. The conclusion is presented, however, that abortion is against natural law ... View Full Description
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Should the Church Stop Gay Marriages? »

Number of pages 5

5 pages. This paper argues that the government and/or church or religious institutions should have the power to stop same-sex marriages. According to Canadian and United States research materials there are many people that feel the same way. The laws are in many cases in complete agreement with this feeling. Bibliography lists ... View Full Description
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ENFORCED LAWS AND CIVIL RIGHTS »

Number of pages 5

This paper supports the thesis that during the period of segregation in the United States, Black people were forced to live under laws in which they had no say. This paper uses articles to prove the thesis through example. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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The Effects of Court Decisions on the Deductibility of Educational Expenses »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper emphasizes the role of the Supreme Court in making law regarding the deductibility of educational expenses. Homeschooling, religious issues and other applicable topics are discussed in conjunction with this tax-related matter in education. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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A Generation of Roe v. Wade »

Number of pages 6

A 6 page paper discussing the history of and legal arguments used in the landmark Supreme Court case. Whether abortion is right or not and constitutes a moral decision is still a matter of debate, but it is no longer a matter of law. That debate was settled by Roe v. Wade more ... View Full Description
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Protecting the Water Supply Against Pollution; The Support of the Law in the UK »

Number of pages 12

This 12 page paper considers what laws are in place in the UK, directly, or indirectly through the EU to [protect the environment and drinking water against pollution. The writer considers this from different angles, including the difficulty of bring a prosecution and limitations on the remedies. The bibliography cites 7 sources. View Full Description
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Third Party Rights Under UK Contract Law; A Critique of the 1999 Act. »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper consider the developments that lead to the Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act of 1999, and how it fails to meet with the requirements of today's society. The writer considers the needs demonstrated by case law prior to the Act being passed and the shortfalls of the Act. The bibliography cites ... View Full Description
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The Issue of Gender Inequality in Tort »

Number of pages 12

This 12 page paper considers the way that the UK law of tort can be seen to engender the inequality of gender stereotyping and general social inequalities. The bibliography cites 6 sources. View Full Description
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Trusts and Trustees; A Duty to Care? »

Number of pages 14

This 14 page paper consider the way in which trustees are seen to owe a duty of care to the beneficiaries of the trusts they administer. This duty of care only became statutory in with the Trustees Act 2000. However, we can argue that there was a recognition of this need to be incorporated in ... View Full Description
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Environmental Ethics in Business »

Number of pages 5

5 pages. This paper introduces the serious topic of environmental issues as they have to do with business and corporations. While there are environmental laws in effect, it is up to the businesses in most cases to police themselves. Are they doing this and do businesses care more about the environment or their ... View Full Description
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Criminal Liability »

Number of pages 9

This 9 page paper considers criminal liability under UK law. The writer considers factors such as actus reus and mens rea are considered, and then their use is demonstrated by application to a sample case. The case involved a potential charge of causing death by reckless and another of potential gross negligence in a hospital. ... View Full Description
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An Overview of Firearms Trafficking »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper looks at the sale of illegal firearms in the U.S. and internationally as well. Laws designed to curb illegal gun sales are discussed. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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Company Self Protection; Defences Against Takeovers »

Number of pages 14

This 14 page paper considers the ways in which a UK company may be able to protect itself form a take over, and the position of these tactics according to the law. The paper includes cases such as attempted take over of Distillers by Guinness and the cases with Argyle. The paper then considers if ... View Full Description
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Legal and Social Ramifications of the Execution of Timothy McVeigh »

Number of pages 10

A 10 page paper exploring the numerous legal and social ramifications inherent in the recent execution of Oklahoma City Bomber Timothy McVeigh. McVeigh, convicted and sentenced to death for his role in the bombing of the Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City and the consequent deaths of 168 people, was the first federal execution ... View Full Description
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Breach of Fiduciary Responsibility (Evaluation of Case Study) »

Number of pages 23

This 23 page paper evaluates a case submitted by a student. The case is outlined and then evaluated according to state and federal law. The case involves a corporation doing business in Colorado but domiciled in California. Facts of the case include, briefly, two partners who raise money for a business venture, but then take ... View Full Description
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Judicial Review »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper consider the circumstances in which there may be the right to apply for judicial review under UK Law. The bibliography cites 15 sources. View Full Description
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A Case for Reparations »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper looks at the history of American society and argues in favor of reparations. Several important historical situations are discussed inclusive of Jim Crow laws, court cases, and how the Supreme Court views the concept of reparations. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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The Influence of the EU and International Laws on Globalization »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper considers how the EU and intentional laws effect globalization. The paper start by defining globalisation and then looks at the role of the EU and then larger organizations. The bibliography cites 7 sources. View Full Description
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How the Laws Regulating Companies can Influence and Enhance A Corporation’s Strategy »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper looks at UK law and considers how it may be used to help and enhance corporate strategy. The writer uses the Copyright, Designs and Patents Bill 1988, the Case of Dyson and Hoover and the role of directors to illustrate the points raised. The bibliography cites 10 sources. View Full Description
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Company Law and its’ Impact on Corporate Strategy »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper considers how company law in the UK aid wit the formation of better business strategies. The paper focuses on the duties of a director and breach of care, and how this may be used with a resource based view of the company. The bibliography cites 10 sources. View Full Description
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Loans, Leases and Hire Purchase »

Number of pages 16

This 16 page paper considers the difference between these three forms of financing, looking at their structure, the legal implications (Under UK Law), and their advantages and disadvantages of each of these forms of borrowing. The bibliography cites 10 sources. 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 Implications of Cheating in Dental School »

Number of pages 30

This 30 page paper focuses on the ethical problems that come with cheating in dental school. Many of the concepts may be applied to other professions such as medical or law school. Academic integrity is discussed in a general sense as are the implications that cheating has for professionals. Bibliography lists 12 sources. ... View Full Description
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Taxation and Free Trade »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper looks at the repeal of the British Corn Laws and the passage of the Smoot-Hawley Tariff. Various ideologies are discussed: Liberal IR theory, Realism and Marxism. Taxation is evaluated in respect to the economy and free trade. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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ARISTOTLE AND THE GOVERNMENT »

Number of pages 6

This paper examines some of Aristotle's philisophical foundation for political beliefs -- including the idea of nature (and natural laws) underlying the political order of his ideal polis. The three "rungs" of this ladder include the individual/family, the village and the state. Bibliogrpahy lists 1 source. View Full Description
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Minor Use of the Internet/Legal Issues »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page research paper that offers an overview of legislation designed to protect minors using the Internet. The writer also discusses the law pertaining to minors and contracts. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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Special Education Teachers: Requirements Per the NCLB Act »

Number of pages 16

16 pages. The 'No Child Left Behind' (NCLB) Educational Act that President Bush has signed into being assures new guidelines causing teachers and schools to be more accountable for the education received by every child, especially those in the lower-performing schools. This paper examines the ramifications of this tough new law and ... View Full Description
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Kant's "Duty" »

Number of pages 5

5 pages in length. The impressions of duty and morality Kant left upon the world appear to have held their value throughout the years in the form of intuitive interpretation. John Rawls, who advances the ideas of Kant, writes in his book entitled A Theory of Justice: "Each person possesses an inviolability founded ... View Full Description
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EU Law; The Position of A Directive When a Country Fails to Implement It- A Case Study »

Number of pages 15

This 15 page paper considers what may occur when an EU directive is not enacted by the member state. The writer looks at a case supplied by the student, where there is a fictitious directive which has not been implemented in order to advise two potential claimants, that may have a claim under the ... View Full Description
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The Evolution of the Doctrine of Consideration »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper examine the doctrine of consideration in UK law and discussed how it has developed though the interpretation of the courts. The writer cites numerous cases and argues that its’ importance is lessening. The bibliography cites 7 sources. View Full Description
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Humanitarian Intervention »

Number of pages 12

This 12 page paper provides a discussion of the Doctrine of Humanitarian Intervention, its principles and whether or not nations should be allowed to breach international law. Many examples are given. Issues such as human rights violations by China, the Kosovo crisis and the role of the U.N. in general are each discussed in the ... View Full Description
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The Primary Functions of Law Enforcement »

Number of pages 5

5 pages. Police are given a wide range of responsibilities in the criminal justice system, from directing traffic to solving homicides. For the most part their work is made up of three primary functions: order maintenance, law enforcement and service. This paper explains the importance of these functions and explains which function ... View Full Description
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The Impact of Barclays Bank PLC v O’Brien [1994] »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper examines the special protection afforded by equity to married women as a result of the judgement made by Lord Browne-Wilkinson in the English law case of Barclays Bank v O'Brien (1994)1 AC 180, the writer also considers subsequent cases that have been influenced by this case. The bibliography cites 8 sources. ... View Full Description
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Eugenics as Practiced in Sweden »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper focuses on eugenics laws that were enforced in Sweden between the 1930s and 1970s. Criteria used by Swedes to sterilize those with undesirable traits are discussed. Other nations are compared and contrasted to Sweden in respect to eugenics such as Germany, Australia and the United States. Bibliography lists ... View Full Description
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The Targeting of Young Professionals in the Banking Industry »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper provides ideas for bank loan officers embarking on a marketing campaign. It is suggested that young professionals be targeted for bank loans and provides a great deal of Information regarding law firms. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Police Effectiveness »

Number of pages 6

A 6 page paper which examines police responsibilities on state and local levels, the different types of police (which includes federal law enforcement), the legitimacy of their use of force to evaluate its overall effectiveness in crime prevention and protecting society. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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Tort Law; The Controls (English and Australian Law) »

Number of pages 11

This 11 page paper considers the role of “duty of care”, “standard of care”, “remoteness of damage”, and “contributory negligence” in regulating and deciding tort cases. The paper is written with regard to English and Australian Law. The bibliography cites 9 sources. View Full Description
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Three Strikes Initiative: Prop 184 »

Number of pages 7

7 pages in length. California may be leading the way in this particular area of law enforcement but at what cost? Clearly, the trade out for removing drug offenders from the streets is not equal to the exorbitant expenditure necessary to house these nonviolent, nonfelonious criminals. While other states may want to ... View Full Description
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Legal Analysis: Case Study Related to Constitutional Protections »

Number of pages 20

This 20 page paper looks at the fourth, fifth, fourteenth and fifteenth amendments as it pertains to a case of possible racial profiling and harassment. The facts of this fictitious case, submitted by a student, are briefly relayed. The amendments are discussed in depth, with applicable case law, and then the situation is ... View Full Description
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The Story of Joseph in Genesis »

Number of pages 18

This 18 page report discusses the Pentateuch (the first five books of the Bible) and the ways in which they establish what is the Torah which may be defined as either “instruction” or “law.” Bibliography lists 20 sources. View Full Description
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Interventions in Child Abuse: Considerations for the Community health Care Nurse »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page overview of the phenomena of child abuse and the considerations this abuse presents in the community health care environment. The author of this paper contends that while some may question the appropriateness of nursing intervention in anything but the medical aspects of this phenomena, it quickly becomes apparent that nursing ... View Full Description
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The Importance of Conventions in the British Constitution »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper considers the accuracy of the statement “If it were not for conventions our constitution would have been reduced to writing many years ago”. The writer supports the statement arguing the conventions have given a flexible stability to the law to enable it to meet the needs of contemporary society. The bibliography ... View Full Description
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