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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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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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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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The Women’s Rights Movement »

Number of pages 5

5 pages. This paper focuses on the women’s rights movement. By drawing on examples from the criminal justice system, the reader will discover an understanding of how the experience of women has shaped and reinterpreted matters of law, economic status and social identity. Also discussed are significant changes as well as those ... 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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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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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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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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ECONOMIC INTERPRETATION OF LAW »

Number of pages 9

This 9 page paper contrast the Marxist economic interpretation of law and the Liberal view. Examples and quotes from Posner. Applications and extrapolations from various philosophers. Bibliography lists 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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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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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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Consumer law: second-hard cars »

Number of pages 5

A five page paper which looks at the rights and duties under UK consumer law of the buyer and the seller, particularly in terms of the purchase of second-hand cars. The paper also considers the dealer's liability with reference to the product recall of Firestone tyres in the USA. View Full Description
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REVIEW: “THE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ARREST DECISION . . .” »

Number of pages 5

This paper is a review of a recent study performed among law enforcement officials in a Midwestern town concerning under what circumstances an arrest is likely to be made in a domestic violence event. The paper offers a critical review on the study itself, and offers additional insight. View Full Description
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Nursing Management Theory »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page paper discussing longevity of systems dependent on information processing. The statement of debate is that the more energy devoted to information processing within a system, the more likely it is that the system will survive. The paper agrees with the statement, but cautions against allowing the law of diminishing returns ... View Full Description
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Labor Movements in the U. S. and Other Countries »

Number of pages 5

5 pages. This paper gives a thorough overview of the labor movement in the United States as well as the labor movement of other countries. There are differences that are sometimes subtle yet some countries have vastly different methods, laws and reasoning than that found in the United States. The purpose of this ... View Full Description
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Appropriate Jurisdiction »

Number of pages 16

This 16 page paper, based on UK law, considers how a court has the power to decline jurisdiction. The writers considers what these powers are and how they can be used and if the criteria for deciding jurisdiction is clear, or needs further detail and clarification. Numerous cases, including The Abidin Daver [1984], Spiliada ... View Full Description
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JUVENILE JUSTICE »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper details some of the problems with perception between juvenile offenders and the law. Solutions that are being utilized in facilities around the nation are examined. Prejudices and perceptions from both the officer and the offender's point of view. Quotes, and examples given.Bibliography lists 2 sources. 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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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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Case Study in Business Ethics »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper briefly summarizes a case study presented by a student from an unknown source. The paper talks about business ethics as it involves a law firm where one partner embezzled money. Whether or not to report him is the ethical dilemma. The paper concludes that the senior partner should repot the ... View Full Description
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The War On Drugs: Its Impact Upon US Foreign Policy »

Number of pages 6

6 pages in length. The United States has long been in battle with itself in an ongoing attempt to control its rampant drug problem. Attempts to legalize the otherwise unacceptable substances have routinely been met with staunch opposition, as people continue to believe that doing so would do nothing but unleash an even worse ... View Full Description
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European Law and Employment »

Number of pages 8

8 pages. The purpose of this paper is to consider a case concerning full and part time employees in London. The case, one that is conceived solely from the imagination will still be able to give an overview of European Law and how employees should expect to be able to know their rights and ... View Full Description
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Agent Orange: The Lingering Problems of Dioxins »

Number of pages 6

A 6 page overview of the history of Agent Orange, a carcinogenic defoliant used in Vietnam, and its relation to dioxins which still present an environmental and health threat in the U.S. in the form of industrial wastes emissions. Contends that while law are in place to regulate these emissions, they are largely ineffective ... View Full Description
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THE RIGHT-TO-WORK LAWS; BENEFICIAL OR DESTRUCTIVE? »

Number of pages 15

This 15 page paper examining the pros and cons of “right-to-work” amendments currently in place in 22 states. The paper draws from the “right-to-work” referendum that took place in Oklahoma during September, 2001, and proceeds to discuss the pros and cons of this controversial law, which make it illegal to require employees to join labor ... View Full Description
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English as a Second Language Education in Five States »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper looks at legislation and LEP programs in the states of Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania and the District of Columbia. Laws in each state are compared and contrasted. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Gender Inequality In The Workplace »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page paper. Despite the laws and movements, women still do not enjoy equality in the workplace, not in position, not in wages. This paper discusses the origins of gender inequality and provides some examples of how it exists today. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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The Benefits of Diversity Hiring »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper looks at several industries and how diversity hiring can benefit them. The travel industry, the airline industry, journalism and law enforcement are each discussed in depth. Bibliography lists 5 sources. 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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What Was The Legacy Of Rome? »

Number of pages 6

6 pages in length. The writer discusses law, gender/social class and religion as they relate to the influence the Roman Empire had upon Europe. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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Cybersquatting »

Number of pages 12

his 12 page paper provides an overview of cybersquatting. The concept is defined and trademark law is discussed in depth. Recent cases are discussed and philosophical issues are broached. Bibliography lists 10 sources. View Full Description
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Journal Article Review in Nursing (Following Doctors' Orders) »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page article review provides an analysis and critique of the article entitled "Problematic telephone orders: Empowering nurses through action research" by A. Retsas. The article is centered on the problem of nurses taking medication orders via the telephone, something prohibited by Australian law unless there is an emergency. No additional sources ... View Full Description
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The Wrongful Death Act in New Jersey »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper provides an overview of the act as well as New Jersey statutes that apply to wrongful death cases. Several examples of actual cases filed in New Jersey are provided. The attempt to extend the meaning of the law to include fetuses is also discussed. Bibliography lists 6 ... View Full Description
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Fibromyalgia & Quebec Law »

Number of pages 12

A 12 page research paper that examines fibromyalgia as an occupational disease and how difficult it is to obtain workers' compensation under Canadian and Quebec law. The writer also defines the nature of the disease and gives case studies. Bibliography lists 15 sources. View Full Description
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International Joint Venture »

Number of pages 12

12 pages. This is a detailed research paper detailing the aspects of doing business via a joint venture when the partners are in different countries. Some of the topics considered are the risks that are involved, the different laws that affect the businesses, the currency concerns, taxes and freight information. Bibliography lists 10 sources. View Full Description
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Natural Rights Argument for Privacy and Its Effect on Abortion »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper provides an overview of the application of the natural rights argument. This paper integrates a view of the natural rights argument as it applies to the issue of privacy and its impacts on abortion and abortion law. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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Political Conditions Under NAFTA »

Number of pages 5

5 pages. This research paper gives details concerning the type of government and political stability under NAFTA for Mexican companies doing business in the United States. Changes in laws and regulations under NAFTA for Mexico, the investment climate and regulations and opportunities as well. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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Use of Character as Evidence »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page research paper/essay that examines the rules of evidence in US courts. The writer addresses specifically rules of evidence that pertain to the character of the accused. Relevant law and its ramifications are discussed. Bibliography lists 1 source. View Full Description
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Obligations of American Citizens »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page paper which discusses the obligations of American citizens. The paper illustrates how, according to the Constitution, citizens are obliged to pay taxes, obey laws, etc. No additional sources cited. View Full Description
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The Right To Bear Arms »

Number of pages 5

5 pages in length. Tamper with an American's constitutional rights, and you tamper with the very foundation upon which this country was built. That is the cry heard from Charleton Heston, recently elected president of the National Rifle Association (NRA), and the entire fellowship of gun-toting members. Guns are not the cause ... View Full Description
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"L.A. Confidential": Character Ethics »

Number of pages 5

5 pages in length. The film L.A. Confidential explores the depths of man's ethical concerns in relation to his own existence and how his actions influence issues in his own life. Conspicuously absent from the movie is any depiction of morally upstanding law enforcement representatives whose primary motivation is to see justice served; ... View Full Description
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Domestic Violence and Family Structure: Criteria for Effective Intervention »

Number of pages 19

A 19 page discussion of the complex issues surrounding domestic violence. The author presents these issues from the standpoint of a social worker but emphasizes that the social worker is only one component of a network of adjunctive resources ranging from law enforcement to the medical arena. Examines the applicability of the structured ... View Full Description
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Ethical Principles in Counseling »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper provides an overview of ethics in respect to counseling issues. Several problems are discussed inclusive of fees and informing law enforcement of potential risks. Bibliography lists 15 sources. View Full Description
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The Financial and Budgeting Effects of Terrorism in Respect to Law Enforcement »

Number of pages 20

This 20 page paper looks at the horrific events of September 11, 2001 and its aftermath as it concerns financial topics. The primary focus is on budgeting, particularly as it concerns law enforcement in New York City. Newly developed task forces and monetary implications are also considered. Bibliography lists 13 sources. View Full Description
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Virginia’s Norfolk & Hampton Roads Police Departments »

Number of pages 8

Virginia’s Norfolk & Hampton Roads Police Departments: This 8-page essay examines disparate police department compensation packages in two Virginia cities. Although in their PD mission statements both affirm a dedication to preserve law and order, the variances in pay rates and other benefits are astounding. Bibliography lists 8 sources. SNVapoli.doc View Full Description
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Police and Domestic Violence »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page paper (4 pp. + 1 pg. outline) which examines whether or not law enforcement should respond to reports of domestic violence. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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Affirmative Action - A Good Thing Gone Bad?: »

Number of pages 12

Affirmative Action – A Good Thing Gone Bad?: This 12-page report examines the affirmative action policies instituted some 30 years ago during the Nixon administration. Although well intentioned, these laws have caused great dissention in the work place. Sometimes one just has to throw the baby out with the bath water. ... View Full Description
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