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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 CONSTITUTION AND NEED OF REFORM »

Number of pages 4

This 4-page paper examines the question as to whether the U.S. Constitution is in need of reform. Bibliography lists 1 source. View Full Description
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The Constitution: How Should The Supreme Court Base Its Decisions? »

Number of pages 5

5 pages in length. The Constitution of the United States is not up for interpretation; the framers of this guide for civilized society were quite articulate in expressing their collective thoughts to such a degree that no modern-day court – no matter how high on the legal ladder – need misconstrue its meaning in ... View Full Description
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The Constitutional Basis of Our Criminal Justice System »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page consideration of how our criminal justice system has evolved in accordance with various Constitutional provisions. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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The Constitutional Philosophy of Supreme Court Justice John Stevens »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper provides an overview of Justice Stevens' decisions and evaluates his performance. A great deal of biographical information is included. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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The Constitutionality of Capital Punishment »

Number of pages 8

An 8 page paper which argues for the death penalty and which looks at the constitutionality of the death penalty. Bibliography lists 6 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 Death Penalty for Juveniles »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page paper which examines if the death penalty for juveniles is constitutional. The paper focuses on how it should be seen as constitutional. Bibliography lists 3 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 Cooling Off Rule in Connecticut »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper looks at the regulations that govern the cooling off period both in Connecticut and at the federal level. Bibliography lists 1 source. 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 Criminal Justice System »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page research paper that describes each component in the criminal justice system, i.e. police, courts, etc.), and how these components interact. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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The Criminal Trial Process »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper identifies the specific steps in the criminal trial. Plea bargaining, jury selection, and sentencing are detailed. The distinction is made between a bench trial and a jury trial. Bibliography lists 4 sources. 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 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 Debate of the UK Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Act (2001) Regarding Its Restrictions and Violations of Human Rights »

Number of pages 5

This is a 5 page paper discussing the recent UK Anti-terrorism laws introduced in the United Kingdom. The Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Act which was released in the United Kingdom in December of 2001 has come under a great deal of criticism from politicians, the House of Lords, and human rights activists for its all ... 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 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 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 Differences Between the French and American Litigation Systems »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper explains the difference between the French and American litigation systems, and why the French is less expensive. Bibliography lists 4 sources. 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 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 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 DUAL COURT SYSTEM »

Number of pages 3

This 3-page paper discusses the dual court system in the U.S., its purpose and whether a single-court system would be more efficient. Bibliography lists 3 sources. 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 a Defense Attorney and Matters of Privacy »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper describes the functions of a defense attorney, and then considers what expectations of privacy a person might have if they make a confidential cell phone call in public. Bibliography lists 3 sources. 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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The Duty to Rescue »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper discusses readings with regard to whether or not the duty to rescue (i.e., to help someone in trouble) should be made a legal requirement. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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The ECJ »

Number of pages 10

A ten page paper which looks at the structure and function of the European Court of Justice, the different roles which it undertakes, and its importance in terms of the internal cohesion of the EU as a whole. Bibliography lists 8 sources. View Full Description
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The EEOC Claims Process »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper provides an overview on how people can make claims for discrimination or harassment under EEOC guidelines. How an employer should react if a grievance is filed against the company is also included. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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The Effect of the Unborn Victims of Violence Act »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper examines this bill which was passed in 2004 which is also called the Laci and Conner Law. It is a law that deems the fetus a separate entity so that assailants can be prosecuted for harming both a mother and fetus. Implications for abortion are examined. Roe v. ... View Full Description
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The Effectiveness of Prison Counselors »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper discusses the effectiveness of prison counselors and the difficulties they face. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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The Effects of the Miranda Case »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper looks at the infamous case which prompted the procedure of the reading of rights whenever a suspect is arrested. Challenges to the precedent are also discussed. Bibliography lists 9 sources. View Full Description
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The Eleventh Amendment »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper is a brief look at the Eleventh Amendment to the U.S. Constitution: What it is, when it was ratified, where it was originated and why it was needed. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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The Emerging Technologies in Visual Communications and Intellectual Property Rights »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper looks at the changes in terms of visual communications technology and how intellectual property rights are involved. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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The English Legal System »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper gives a foundation of English law. Written in four parts, the paper outlines the different sources of English law, the make up of the constitution including the supremacy of parliament and the separation of the powers, how law is made and the role of the European Union. The bibliography cites ... View Full Description
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The Erosion of Community Support for Law Enforcement »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper outlines the many sacrifices that we have made in the name of national security and the erosion of our faith in law enforcement that has occurred as a result of those sacrifices. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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The Erosion of Miranda v. Arizona »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page paper which discusses the controversial Supreme Court decision and comments on the erosion of the rule, discussing case law exceptions and their rationale by the high court. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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The Erosion of Traditional Values: The Importance of Judicial Nominations »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page contention that secularist ideologues are decaying our traditional values on topics such as marriage between man and woman, abortion, pledge of allegiance and saying "Under God". Supreme Court nominations are critical because when those that do not support our traditional values enter the Supreme Court they are given long-term power. Their ... View Full Description
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The EU Commission; Article 226 and the Governance White Paper COM (2001) 428 final »

Number of pages 19

This 19 page paper is written in two parts. In the first part the paper assesses the European Commission in acting as 'guardian of the Treaties' under Article 226. This part of the parts takes a board view and cites many cases. The second part considers the European Commissions ability to give effect to the ... View Full Description
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The European Courts of Justice as Law-makers »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper considers the question “do the European Court of Justice have as much influence on the development of community law as the council of ministers”. The bibliography cites 6 sources. 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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