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The Impact of the UK Commercial Agents Regulations 1993 »

Number of pages 16

This 16 page paper examines the impact of the UK Commercial Agents Regulations 1993 brought in as a result of the E. C. Council Directive 86/653. The paper discusses how these regulations fitted in with existing law, what the changes where, areas of ambiguity and concludes by determining if these regulations are sufficient to ... View Full Description
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Teaching Techniques And Criminal Justice »

Number of pages 25

25 pages in length. The writer discusses active/reflective learning, sensing/intuitive learning, visual/verbal learning, sequential/global learning, as well as skills most important for criminal justice majors to learn during their college education that will best prepare them for a career in criminal investigations, including Roman law, equity law, natural law, deviance and the Differential, Opportunity ... View Full Description
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Company Law; Pre-Incorporation Contracts »

Number of pages 11

This 11 page paper considers English law and the status of contracts signed before a company has been officially formed. The paper considers the liability of the agent or promoter for a breach, and also their ability to take action for a breach. Case law and statue law are considered with relevant cases cited. The ... View Full Description
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Financial Liability; A Case Study »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper considers a complex case provided by the student which involves a stockbroker and a client where trading has taken place over the clients limit resulting in the client owing money to the stockbroker. The client wishes to defend this and also make a counter claim for losses. The writer consider contract ... View Full Description
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Employment Laws: State And Federal »

Number of pages 7

7 pages in length. Employment laws exist as a bridge between companies and staff so each receives equitable consideration when it comes to on-the-job treatment. From age and gender discrimination to employee benefits and workplace safety to sexual harassment, federal and state employment laws work to provide an environment that is legally and ... View Full Description
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New School Regulations »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper looks at a fictitious law introduced to allow local authorities to control the games children play at school. The paper considers the way regulations brought in by the local authority under this law may be challenged under UK law. The bibliography cites 10 sources. View Full Description
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Regulation and the Internet »

Number of pages 10

Regulating the internet is a problematic area. This 10 page paper considers some of the areas where the difficulty may be faced, how the difficulties occur and have seen partially resolution within the law. The paper looks at accessing information on the internet, the use of information on the internet, freedom of speech and copyright ... View Full Description
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Catholic Canon Law »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page examination of the mechanisms that have changed canon law over time. The author contends that the fact that canon law has demonstrated time and time again that it is not immune to change is one of the more interesting lessons obtained in a study of the law. Bibliography lists 3 ... View Full Description
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Law and Government in Precontact Native America »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page discussion of dichotomy that existed between precontact law and government in Native America and law and government as it was viewed by Europeans. The author contrasts natural law and legal positivism. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Posner and the Economic Theory of Negligence »

Number of pages 16

This 16 page paper looks at Posner’s economic theory of negligence and answers a range of question on three articles supplied by the student to consider how this may or may not be supported by the application of the law and the view of the law in different scenarios and how this fits in with ... View Full Description
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The Role of Law and Order »

Number of pages 9

This 9 page paper looks at the role of law and order in society. The paper starts by considering the purpose of law and order policies, the paper then looks at issues of accountability and how these relate to the law in UK, incldung the mechanisms to hold the police to account. The bibliography cites ... View Full Description
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The Flexibility of the Law of Equity »

Number of pages 8

The law of equity developed to fill a gap left by common and statute law. The model was on of flexibility in order to be able to deliver equity. This 8 page paper considers how equity law is able to retain some level of flexibility in today’s legal environment despite pressures to formalise and adhere ... View Full Description
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Doctors and Confidentiality in the UK »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper looks at health law in the UK and the issue of confidentiality. It is usually assumed the patient has a right to privacy however there are many different circumstances under which this assumed automatic right of confidentiality will be breached. This paper considers a range of these circumstances and examines them ... View Full Description
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Is there an Inherent Bias towards Employers in Unfair Dismissal Law? »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper looks at the concept of unfair dismissal under English law and how it is applied in order to asses if there is a bias towards the employers. The paper considers the way the law was introduced, recent legislation and numerous cases to consider how the law may favour employers and employees ... View Full Description
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Adoption, Special Guardianship and Residency Orders »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper looks at adoption, special guardianship and residency orders, what they are, how they are made and their characteristics, with reference to both statue law and case law. The paper refers to English law. The bibliography cites 5 sources. View Full Description
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Adverse Possession; Incompatible with the European Convention for Human Rights? »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper discusses the statement “Whilst in theory the law of adverse possession fulfils many useful purposes, the practical effect of the law is to breach the European Convention on Human Rights”. The bibliography cites 4 sources. The paper is written with reference to English law. View Full Description
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Cyberspace Crimes and the Law »

Number of pages 9

This 9 page paper examines cybercrime and how the law is involved. This paper argues that while the law is important, it is sufficient. The problem with catching the criminals who participate in this type of activity is that technology in law enforcement is not up to par. Research is provided to support the ... View Full Description
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Tracing Proprietary Claims on Sham Trusts under Common Law and Equity Law »

Number of pages 11

This 11 page paper looks at the way tracing can take place in proprietary claims on a sham trust, comparing and contrasting the differences of claims made under common law and equity law, the impact this has on the use of tracing as a remedy and considers the argument that tracing should be seen as ... View Full Description
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Administrator Challenges: Law Enforcement Ethics »

Number of pages 3

3 pages in length. One especially major issue police administrators encounter on a regular basis is enforcing each level of law enforcement to recognize the duality of responsibilities and limitations. This course has helped prepare me to understand how the fine line between acting within the law and behaving outside of it has ... View Full Description
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2 New Proposed Laws »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page research paper/essay that proposes 2 new laws. The first law proposes that “puppy mills,” (i.e., informal breeders) should be regulated to ensure humane treatment of animals and that these breeders should be held to professional standards of breeding. The second law gives authority to firemen to compel individuals to undergo decontamination in ... View Full Description
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The Function of Criminal Law »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper discusses the statement The only De Facto function of the English criminal law is to achieve a minimum degree of conformity of behaviour to the laws expectation... the rest are purely academic'. The writer makes reference to English Law, but the arguments may be seen as universally valid. The bibliography cites ... View Full Description
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Immigration Laws: Time For Enforcement »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page paper which discusses aspects of immigration laws and then argues that greater enforcement be implemented. The laws themselves do not necessarily need to be changed, as the country prides itself on being a land of immigrants. But, the laws which are in place are not enforced adequately to prevent such events as ... View Full Description
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Thoreau on the Notion that Unjust Laws Exist »

Number of pages 8

An 8 page paper which examines Thoreau's "Walden" and analyzes what it says in regards to unjust laws and what our reaction and action should be in regards to those unjust laws. The paper examines the position of disobeying these laws, even if we are not the majority. Bibliography lists 3 additional sources. View Full Description
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U.S. Federal Law in Working Compensation »

Number of pages 8

An 8 page discussion of various federal laws which impact working compensation. Included in the discussion is a brief overview of the Coal Miners Compensation Laws (Black Lung Benefits Act), the Longshore and Harbor Worker’s Compensation Act, and the Disabilities Act of 1990. The primary emphasis of this paper, however, is on the ... View Full Description
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Changes in Law Enforcement »

Number of pages 8

8 pages. Over the last thirty years there have been many major changes in law enforcement and the hiring of law enforcement officers. This paper looks at what has caused these changes, why they have come about, and why this is an important issue to consider. When one considers the many changes ... View Full Description
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Right To Work Laws And Labor Laws Prohibiting Union Security Clauses : The Impact on the Changing Shape of Labor Relations »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper provides an overview of the labor relations laws, including right to work laws and laws prohibiting union security clauses in labor agreements. This paper evaluates the guidelines set by the National Labor Relations Act, and also considers attempts at initiating union security clauses and the implications of both for the ... View Full Description
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Common Law Versus Criminal Statute / Burglary »

Number of pages 8

In 8 pages, the author discusses Virginia's common law of burglary and Tennessee's common law of burglary, and whether the outcome of common law has been as effective as the outcome of a criminal statute. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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Motor Voter Registration »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page report discusses the National Voter Registration Act, most commonly known as the “Motor Voter” and was designed to encourage voter registration and remove a number of discriminatory and unfair obstacles to voter registration. Signed into law in 1993, the Act was put into effect on January 1, 1995. Several states ... View Full Description
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Three-Strikes Sentencing »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page research paper that describes the Three-Strikes laws that have been instituted in numerous states, but focusing on the law in California. The writer argues that this law is in need of reform. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Lisa and MJ Electricals - A Case Study »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper examines a contract law case posed by the student. A consumer makes a purchase by mail order, The goods sent differ to those ordered, and the seller refuses to accept them back. The paper examined the position of the seller and the consumers using case law and legislation. The paper is ... View Full Description
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The Impact of Tort Claim Law in Florida »

Number of pages 4

This is a 4 page paper that provides an overview of tort claim law in Florida. The impact of the law on law enforcement officers and agencies is examined. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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The Practical, Ethical, and Social Obligations of Government »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper reviews the function of government. The importance of law is emphasized and a distinction is made between public law and administrative law. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Sources of International Law »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper looks at the different sources of international law, including national law as well as international conventions; international custom, general principles of law, judicial decisions and teachings of publicists. The bibliography cites 5 sources. View Full Description
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California Nurse-Patient Ratios »

Number of pages 6

A 5 page paper including a 2-page brochure, discussing the effects of California's nurse-patient ratio law that became fully effective in January 2008. Whatever hospitals eventually do to cope with the changes mandated by the nurse-patient ratio law likely will serve to slow rates of cost increases. In the meantime, the law enables ... View Full Description
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Laws of Physics: Gases »

Number of pages 8

An 8 page paper discussing some of the laws of physics that apply specifically to gases. One of the three states of matter, gases share many similarities with liquids in that they are free-flowing and can be compressed. However, gases have much lower density and so are subject to laws not applicable to ... View Full Description
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Florida State Laws: Underage Alcohol Consumption/Possession And Public Urination »

Number of pages 5

5 pages in length. Florida's state laws pertaining to underage drinking/possession and public urination are equivalent to most other states across the country, in that the ultimate goal is to impart monetary fines and possible jail time in order to encourage offenders to abide by the laws of a civilized society. The extent ... View Full Description
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Laws Of Appalachia: 1820s »

Number of pages 9

9 pages in length. The presence of law intends to create a more civilized society, one in which citizens can expect social enlightenment to guide their every action. While this may represent the concept of law, it only does so in theory due to the extraordinarily interpretive nature of judicial procedure, a reality ... View Full Description
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Statutory Interpretation »

Number of pages 19

This 19 page paper considers the role of statutory interpretation and the limits placed on the judiciary. Looking at a quote form Lord Diplock " When Parliament legislates to remedy what the majority of its members at the time perceive to be a defect or lacuna in the existing law (whether it be the written ... 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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Dyson Appliance Company In The UK »

Number of pages 16

This 16 page paper explores the Dyson Appliance company located in the United Kingdom. James Dyson has been inventing things since 1970. This paper reports his early inventions and then focuses on his innovative cyclone, bagless vacuum cleaner, which he first launched in Japan in 1983. It would take years for him to obtain the ... View Full Description
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RISKS, OBLIGATIONS AND CONTRACTS »

Number of pages 5

This paper explains various facets of contract law, such as risks and obligations, as well as cost factors. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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International Law for Businesses »

Number of pages 21

This 21 page paper examined four aspects of international law relevant to those in business. The first part pf the paper examines extraterritorial regulations, focusing of the US and the EU looking at unfair competition, product liability and sharp practices. This section also considers how the company veil, also referred to as the corporate veil, ... View Full Description
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CRIMINAL LAW AND THE BLAME GAME »

Number of pages 7

This 7-page paper attempts to prove the assertion that blaming is an important factor in criminal law. Bibliography lists two sources. View Full Description
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Comparative Analysis of Feminist Literary Heroines Nora in Henrik Ibsen’s “A Doll’s House” and Antigone in Sophocles’ “Antigone” »

Number of pages 7

A 7 page paper which examines why Nora and Antigone break free from the established laws of society. No additional sources are used. View Full Description
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Choice Of Law And Application Of National Public Law Rules By Arbitrators In International Commercial Arbitration »

Number of pages 57

This 57 page paper examines the choice and application of laws where international commercial disputes occur which go to arbitration rather than litigation. Taking a board view the paper begins with a definition and examination of what arbitration actually is, the sources of arbitration law and how it fits in with concepts of international law, ... View Full Description
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TAX RESOURCES ONLINE »

Number of pages 5

This 5-page paper focuses on three tax websites that can be used as resources for research on U.S. tax codes and the law surrounding them. View Full Description
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Community Problem Solving: Tucson, AZ »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page paper which examines successful community problem solving as it relates to law enforcement in Tucson, Arizona. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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FREEWILL VERSUS DETERMINISM »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper examines whether a person has freewill or lives according to determined natural laws. Bibliography lists 0 sources. View Full Description
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Intellectual Property: China »

Number of pages 19

19 pages in length. China, like virtually all other global communities today, is working hard to deter an ever-growing technological fiend: the appropriation of intellectual property (IP). At issue is fortifying the protection of people's "creativity and innovation in the same way that they can own physical property" (The UK Patent Office, no ... View Full Description
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PROPERTY AND THE CALIFORNIA FAMILY CODE »

Number of pages 3

This 3-page paper discusses property and community rights laws as they pertain to the California Family Code. View Full Description
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