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An Overview of the EEOC »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper provides an overview of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Many laws are discussed and a case study regarding a Victoria's Secret store is presented. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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An Overview of the Judiciary »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper provides a simple overview of the judiciary. Supreme Court judges are listed by name and year of appointment. The system of checks and balances is touched on. The relationship between federal and state branches is discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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An Overview of the Sixth Amendment »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper provides an overview of the sixth amendment and how it applies to criminal law. Each protection is discussed. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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An Overview of the USA Patriot Act and Crime Reporting Techniques »

Number of pages 8

An 8 page paper which examines the Patriot Act and considers its ramifications for constitutional law, then discusses the strengths and weaknesses of such crime reporting techniques as UCR, NCVS, NBRS, and self-report studies. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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Analysis Case: Officer Smith and George Radley »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper posits that Officer had reasonable suspicions under search and seizure laws, but he voilated Radley's rights under due process. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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Analysis of New Jersey v. T.L.O. (Education Law) »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper evaluates the case. The facts of the case are provided. The fourth amendment is defined and applied to the case. Arguments for either side are included as well. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Analysis of Two Cases in Education Law »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper provides two legal briefs (Board of Education of the Hendrick Hudson Central School District v. Rowley; Felter v. Cape Girardeau School District). The cases are compared and contrasted. No bibliography. View Full Description
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Analyzing the Law as a Living Body »

Number of pages 4

This is a 4 page paper that provides an overview of the changing nature of law. The changes undergone by due process since 9/11 are explored. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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Analyzing Three Cases According To Michael A. Berch's "Introduction To Legal Method And Process »

Number of pages 7

7 pages in length. The writer discusses Rush v. Maple Heights, Hess v. Pawloski and Mitchell v. Rochester Railway Co. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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ANDERSON VS. GRACE: AN ANALYSIS »

Number of pages 4

This 4-page paper focuses on several aspects pertaining to Anderson et al vs. Grace et al, the trial dealing with toxic groundwater in Woburn, Mass. during the 1980s. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Animal Rights/Legal Issues »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page research paper that examines legal issues pertaining to testing and experimentation on animals. The writer explores the legal victories won by animal rights activists in recent years. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Annotated Bibliography for Paper on Affirmative Action »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper is an annotated bibliography listing 8 sources of material for affirmative action. View Full Description
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Annotated Bibliography for Paper on Cultural Relativism of Human Rights »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper is an annotated bibliography looking at 5 sources which would be useful when writing an essay looking at whether human rights should be a universal concept, or whether they are culturally relative. The bibliography cites 5 sources. View Full Description
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Another Look at “Miranda v. Arizona” »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper re-examines the landmark decision “Miranda v. Arizona,” and any challenges or changes to it since the original ruling in 1966. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Another Look at “Trial Techniques” »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper discusses additional chapters in the book “Fundamentals of Trial Techniques.” There is 1 source listed in the bibliography. View Full Description
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Anti Religious Discrimination Laws in the UK and US; A Comparison »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper is critical comparison between UK and USA religious discrimination law, commenting on the laws as well as the differencing approaches and influences. The bibliography cites 15 sources. View Full Description
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ANTI-GUN CONTROL »

Number of pages 4

4 pages in length. Discussion about the misconceptions and fears that inhibit the clarity needed when deciding against gun control. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Antitrust Case Against Visa & Mastercard »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper focuses on what a lawyer defending Visa might say in light of the new complaint brought against both Visa and Mastercard in 1998. The subject of antitrust legislation is discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Antitrust in the US and Japan »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper contrasts US and Japanese antitrust and antimonopoly law, using recent cases, examining why monopoly positions are bad for the consumers. The paper includes the Toshiba Elevators, the Microsoft case and the case of Image Technical Services v. Kodak. The bibliography cites 6 sources. View Full Description
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Appellate Brief »

Number of pages 9

9 pages in length. Jake Grabel moved in with his ex-wife, Betsy, while he was still married to his second wife, Laverne. Soon the relationship between Jake and Betsy soured, and Jake decided to go back to live with Laverne. In the interim, Betsy sold many of Jake's belongings, claiming that she ... View Full Description
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Appellate Brief »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper provides an overview of an appellate brief in the case of Davis, convincted by a jury of drug possession. This paper uses the major points a legal brief. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Appellate Brief for Case Study (Wrongful Birth) »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper is a sample appellate brief based on a fictitious California case study. The case involves a wrongful birth claim involving a woman who gave birth to a Down Syndrome child. Notations are included in Bluebook style. No bibliography . View Full Description
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Appellate Brief Pennsylvania »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page paper providing an appellate brief according to the laws of Pennsylvania. Clients’ child has been denied access to public education because she is HIV-positive. The brief suggests that appeal first focus on whether Ginger’s right to medical information privacy under Pennsylvania law has been violated, then continue to the requirements ... View Full Description
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Application of EU Competition Law »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper is written in two parts. The first part looks at Article 82, the old Article 86 and considers how this can be seen to encourage competition. The second part considers an Austrian wine maker who is exporting and facing barriers when exporting to other EU countries, such as an inspection ... View Full Description
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Application of the 1969 Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties »

Number of pages 20

This 20 page paper considers a fictitious treaty between 4 states that are all party to the 1969 Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties, where 8 years after the treaty came into affect there are disagreements. One state is arguing that they were coerced into accepting the terms by the other states through the ... View Full Description
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Applications of the Classic Tests for a Just War »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper lists the classic tests for a just war then discusses those tests in regard to several international issues. An emphasis is made that issues must be evaluated within context and that the stamping out of evil and the promotion of good is of paramount concern. The problem that consistently ... View Full Description
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Applying Contract Law »

Number of pages 29

This 18 page paper applies English law to two case studies concerning contract law. The first looks at a situation where goods are shipped and arrive in poor condition, with a potential breach of contract with the date of shipping and the method of shipping. The paper considers aspects of contract law including they type ... View Full Description
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Applying Healthcare Law in Two Scenarios »

Number of pages 9

This 9 page paper looks at two scenarios regarding potential negligence or malpractice in a healthcare situation. The first considers the issue of informed consent and whether an unexpected event can be seen as negligence on the part of a doctor, looking at healthcare Law in the US. The second part of the paper considers ... View Full Description
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Applying The United Nations Convention On Contracts For The International Sale Of Goods »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper answers specific questions regarding the way in which the CISG can be applied and where local law will be used, which areas of international contracts it cannot regulate and how any disputes or disagreements regarding the meaning of the convention are settled. The bibliography cites 3 sources. 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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Are Critical Legal Studies Outdated? »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper examines the relevance of critical legal studies in today's world though the concepts of deconstruction and postmodernity. The paper is written with reference to English law. The bibliography cites 8 sources. View Full Description
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Are Human Rights Protected? »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper considers the existence and protection given to human rights through international conventions back up by legislation. Considering the position in the UK the paper discusses the existence of human rights protection, where there are abuses and who or what is to blame given the proliferation of international agreements. The bibliography ... View Full Description
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Are Judges Unnecessary in Criminal Law? »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper considers the question of whether or not judges are an anachronism and community panels should replace judges. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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Are Mandatory Sentences Justified in English Criminal Law »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper considers if there is any justification for mandatory sentencing in the English criminal law, the paper considers this from the perceptive of increased justice, increased efficiency and social interests. The bibliography cites 4 sources. View Full Description
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Arguing an Australian Betting Charge »

Number of pages 6

A 6 page paper providing possible arguments that prosecution and defense attorneys might use in a charge brought against an unlicensed betting bookmaker in Australia. The law provided is a fictitious one, as is the case on which the paper is based. The purpose is to illustrate what arguments that each side could ... View Full Description
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Argument Against Abortion »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page paper which argues against abortion. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Argument against School Prayer and Religion in Public Schools »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper argues that the Supreme Court’s ruling that school prayer is unconstitutional is correct, and that the separation between church and state must remain intact. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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Argument Schema »

Number of pages 5

5 pages in length. The writer provides 6 different argument schemas for issues relating to law, morality and justification of criminal activity. No bibliography. View Full Description
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Argument The 9/11 Terrorists Should Not Be Brought to New York City for Trial »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper argues against bringing the terrorists from Guantanamo to New York for trial in the federal system. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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Argument: The Death Penalty Should be Abolished »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper argues that the death penalty is not a deterrent, that it is applied in appropriately and that it should be abolished. Bibliography lists 8 sources. View Full Description
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Argument: The Status Quo Favoring the Death Penalty is Unjust »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper argues that the death penalty is unfair and unjust, subject to bias and error, and that despite being supported by a majority of Americans, is a barbaric practice that is neither a deterrent nor good legal practice. Bibliography lists 10 sources. View Full Description
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Argument: Under International Law, the Iraq War is Legal »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper presents evidence stating that under international law, the Iraq War is legal. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Argument: We Should Reduce the Use of Plea Bargaining »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper discusses how plea bargains work, argues that plea bargaining should be reduced or eliminated, and gives an example of someone wrongfully convicted in a plea bargain. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Arguments For and Against Tort Reform »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page report discusses the issues associated with tort reform, the Bush Administration’s perspective on the topic, and the people and groups who both support and oppose reform. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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Arguments for the Decriminalization of Marijuana »

Number of pages 4

This is a 4 page paper that provides an overview of arguments for the decriminalization of marijuana. Health, financial, and social benefits are cited, and an outline is included. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Arguments Used Against and For Same Sex Marriages »

Number of pages 5

This is a 5 page paper presenting 8 points used in favor of same sex marriages and 8 points used opposing same sex marriages. The opening paragraph presented by customer outlines both sides of the argument but the conclusion is meant to oppose the legalization of same sex marriages in Canada. Discrimination against same sex ... View Full Description
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Arkansas Landlord/Tenant Law »

Number of pages 6

A 6 page overview of Arkansas law regarding landlord/tenant relations. The specifics of this law in reference to lease obligations are explored. A particular emphasis is placed on how a lease may be legally terminated. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Article Analysis Google and Copyright Issues »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper analyzes an article that appeared November, 2009, with regard to some of the issues facing Google as they develop their digital library. Bibliography lists 1 sources. View Full Description
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Article Analysis: Illegal Torture by the CIA »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper analyzes an article by David Cole, in which he argues that the lawyers who twisted the law to approve torture must also stand trial, along with those who did the actual torturing. Bibliography lists 1 source. View Full Description
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Article Critiques »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page paper which critiques 5 different articles. The articles deal with a variety of topics from politics and the President to education and legal rights. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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