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Street Drugs in Jersey City »

Number of pages 10

A 10 page research paper which has as its premise that this is a report for the Jersey City Police Department from a criminal justice expert pertaining to the problem of the ready availability of street drugs. The report, first of all, offers a statement of the problem, and then outlines what research has suggested ... View Full Description
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Experience Hendrix, L.L.C. v. Hammerton »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper is a legal brief outlining the parties, facts rule of law, discussions and holding of the case of Experience Hendrix, L.L.C. v. Hammerton, Administrative Panel Dection, Case Number D2000 – 0364, August 2nd 2000. The bibliography cites 1 source. View Full Description
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Contracts of Sale: Relation to the Laws of Ancient Rome »

Number of pages 7

A 7 page overview of the elements which go into contracts of sale. The author traces each of these elements to the laws of ancient Rome. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Legal Memorandum »

Number of pages 7

A 7 page closed objective legal memorandum regarding a whether or not an insurance company should pay double indemnity for a death in which the deceased died because he placed a noose around his neck and cut off oxygen to his brain during the act of masturbation, suffocating when a pulley system jammed. The writer ... View Full Description
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Advantages of Doing Business in Bulgaria »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper discuses advantages of doing business in Bulgaria inclusive of tax laws and incentives. Bulgaria and Germany are compared and contrasted as places for firms to locate. Why German firms might opt to move to Bulgaria is discussed. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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Ethics, Morality & Law Enforcement »

Number of pages 15

A 15 page research paper that investigates the moral and ethical conduct of law enforcement officers. The writer differentiates between "moral" and "ethical" behavior on the part of these agents and discusses the ramifications of police behavior. Bibliography lists 13 sources. View Full Description
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Kant's Theory of Value »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper looks at Kant's ideas about law and his theories about value, man's highest good and the categorical imperative. Kant's ideas are evaluated and the paper argues that the theory of value is flawed. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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The Impact of Title VII on the Workplace »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper looks at sexual harassment, age discrimination and the other elements covered under Title VII. How this law changed workplace policy and the atmosphere in the workplace is discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Films Suggest Need for Police Reform »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page research paper that examines how legal and procedural issues raised in certain films, such as Point Break and Training Day, reflect the real-life problems facing law enforcement agencies. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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Contributions of the New York City Military and Famous New Yorkers Frederick Law Olmsted and Walt Whitman »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page, two-part paper which examines the city’s significance in terms of naval power (including ship production, the launching of naval raids along the East Coast, and the development/production/sale of weapons technology), the use of Governor’s Island as an army high command headquarters as well as a military prison as well as the contributions ... View Full Description
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Plagiarism and Copyright Law: »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper compares and contrasts copyright law and plagiarism restrictions. This paper provides insightful examples to illustrate the differences between these two infringments. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Crime and judicial procedures in four films »

Number of pages 5

A paper which looks at the way in which crime and judicial processes are dealt with in four modern movies, with particular reference to the moral and ethical foundations of the legal systems and the extent to which situational ethics may be appropriate in the context of law enforcement. View Full Description
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An Economic Explanation for the Closure of Levi Strauss Factories »

Number of pages 4

In 2003 Levi Strauss closed down the last of the North American factories. This 4 page paper explains how this decision was made and the economic basis of that decision making use of the law of diminishing marginal productivity. The bibliography cites 3 sources. View Full Description
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Oedipus Rex and Antigone »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper considers two plays by Sophocles; Oedipus Rex, also known as Oedipus the Kong and Antigone to identify common themes in the work of Sophocles. The writer argued that the main themes is that of the flaw of pride, the power of wisdom and the ultimate power of divine law. Quotes form ... View Full Description
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Consumer Protection »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper considers the protection that is given to consumers under UK law when goods bought are unsafe. The paper looks at the Sale of Goods Act 1979 (as amended) and the Consumer Protection Act 1987. The bibliography cites 8 sources. View Full Description
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Effect of Civil War on Black Americans »

Number of pages 10

A 10 page research paper that explores the effects of the Civil War on the lives of Black Americans. The writer argues that while the American Civil War technically ended the institution of slavery in the United States, in principle, the reality of the situation was far different. Economic and political circumstances combined to keep ... View Full Description
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E-Law and Risk Management Questions »

Number of pages 4

4 pages answering 4 questions about Internet law and risk management, particularly in matters of privacy and use of information gathered from site visitors. Bibliography lists 10 sources. View Full Description
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Product Liability Development »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper considers a case supplied by the student, where sunglasses break and a shard of glass blinds the wearer. The position of action taken under product liability laws is examined with the position in 2003 compared to that of the 1950’s and the 1970’s. The bibliography cites 1 source. View Full Description
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Foreseeability in Tort »

Number of pages 9

This 9 page paper looks at English and Australian case law to illustrate the role that the concept of reasonable foreseeability plays in the tort of negligence. The bibliography cites 15 sources. View Full Description
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Sociological Theory Of Crime »

Number of pages 4

4 pages in length. Criminal behavior is based upon a combination of sociological theories that help to establish a basis upon which law enforcement and behavioral experts can better understand the reason for its presence, as well as the best way to approach therapeutic treatment for offenders. The labeling theory, which represents one ... View Full Description
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Critical Elements of the Contract of Sale: Relation to the Laws of Ancient Rome »

Number of pages 8

An 8 page overview of the elements which go into contracts of sale. Identifying three critical elements of sale (the agreement, the thing sold, and the price), the author traces each of these elements to the laws of ancient Rome. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Police Deviance: Chapter Summaries »

Number of pages 10

10 pages in length. The law, which was originally created by the Greeks to temper man's inherent corrupt tendencies and regulate society's behavior, has been the staple of humankind's ability to subsist among itself. The writer discusses police deviance in an historical sense as well as how it applies today. No bibliography. View Full Description
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The Law of Equity; Its’ Development as Indicated by the Evolution of Injunctions »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper discusses the statement that “equity is not past the age of childbearing”. The appeach is taken by looking at the development of the law of equity and injunctions, the new types of injunctions and the way in which the criteria for the granting of injunctions has developed to ensure the ... View Full Description
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Proceeds of Crime Act 2002; An Annotated Bibliography »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper is an annotated bibliography that outlines ten different sources that examine the application and impact of the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 that came into effect in the UK in 2003. Sources quoted include online sources, book and articles in law and accounting journals. View Full Description
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Questions and Answers on Globalization and Economics »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper presents information on a variety of subjects in Q&A format. Concepts are defined and explored. Some concepts discussed include competition, national sovereignty, globalization, economic clusters, free trade, the law of diminishing returns and more. Bibliography lists 1 source. View Full Description
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Taxing the Internet »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper reviews this topic in a specific manner. A proposal is made for a new Pennsylvania law to tax online purchases. Principles regarding the issue are also discussed more generally. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Is There Justification for the Doctrine of Adverse Possession? »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper considers if, in today’s society there is justification for the doctrine of adverse possession to continue under UK law. The paper defines adverse possession and looks at both sides of the argument, including the perception of property theft, aspects of public interest and government policy. The bibliography cites 8 sources. View Full Description
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Without Law, Would There Be Order? »

Number of pages 12

This 12 page paper takes a thoughtful look at law and order, and whether or not society really metes out justice fairly. The Salem Witch hunts are looked at as an example of when society unfairly applied what it construed as justice. The unfairness of how women are treated in today's prisons is ... View Full Description
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PATENTS AND THE LAW »

Number of pages 5

This 5-page paper focuses on aspects of patent law, based on a case study. Topics under discussion include patent infringements and revocation of patents. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Wound Treatments and Nurse Prescribers »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper considers the position of community nurses when undertaking wound dressing and how, with the advent of prescribing nurses, the non prescribing community nurses are placed in a difficult position with conflicting needs from their primary health care trusts, patients and the law. The bibliography cites 9 sources. View Full Description
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EEOC/Interpreting Discrimination Law »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page research paper on the policymaking of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the federal agency that oversees compliance with federal laws that guard against discrimination in employment practices. The writer examines loopholes in EEOC policy, specifically look at the manner in which academicians evaluate the EEOC. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Last Will and Testaments under UK Law »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper considers UK law, what makes a will valid such as the requirements of the testator at the time of making the will and the will itself. The bibliography cites 2 sources. View Full Description
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Jurisdiction »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper is written with reference to UK law, and looks at a case supplied by a student where there are international contracts and cases are being brought in different courts. The paper considers the issue of how jurisdiction can be determined and the doctrine of forum non-convenience. The bibliography cites 3 sources. ... View Full Description
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The Concept of Domicile within UK Law »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper considers what is meant by domicile and how it is determined under UK law. The paper cites cases to illustrate points raised. The bibliography cites 1 source. View Full Description
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Contract Law; Formation, Mistake and Fraudulent Misrepresentation »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper considers a case supplied by the student. A sale is made with various mistakes, a buyer misrepresents himself and the seller does not want to complete the contract. The paper determines if there is a valid contract, what there terms where and how the mistake affects it by reference to UK ... View Full Description
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Italian Contract Law »

Number of pages 20

20 pages in length. The writer discusses offers, breach and revocability as they relate to Italian contract law. Bibliography lists 10 sources. View Full Description
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Private security forces and the police »

Number of pages 7

A paper which considers the role of private security forces with relation to both the police force and the community as a whole, and investigates how they can be effectively integrated in law enforcement and community policing initiatives. View Full Description
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Law Enforcement and the Media »

Number of pages 14

A 14 page paper which examines how law enforcement is portrayed by the media, how it affects the public’s perception of police departments, how several famous cases have been covered and the significance of racial and sexual prejudice. Bibliography lists 13 sources. View Full Description
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Two Critical Perspectives of William Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page paper which examines how the play can be regarded as a commentary on the law and its limits and also as a political allegory. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Communication in Law Enforcement »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper provides information on selected chapters (3 through 7) for the book "Connecting: A Culture-Sensitive Approach to Interpersonal Communication Competency" by Berko, Rosenfeld and Samovar, and relates the information to law enforcement. Various forms of communication are discussed. No additional sources cited. View Full Description
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Law Essay Questions »

Number of pages 6

A 6 page paper answering 14 essay questions, 7 of which deal with an assisted suicide case. Other questions address topics such as tort, contract and real estate law. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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NY State Factory Investigating Commission »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page research paper that explains the origins and achievements of the New York State Factory Investigating Commission (FIC). Begun in reaction to the tragic Triangle Shirtwaist fire of 1911, the FIC was eventually responsible for having 36 new laws passed to protect workers and the public health. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Kissinger on Trial »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page essay that looks at two texts, Christopher Hitchens' The Trial of Henry Kissinger and Peter Maguire's Law and War, an American Story. The writer draws on these texts to examine whether or not Kissinger should be brought to trial for immoral actions committed during the Vietnam and cold war eras, as ... View Full Description
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Changes in Industrial Relations in Australia »

Number of pages 11

This 11 page paper looks at changes in the law with a focus on The Workplace Relations Act of 1996 . The changes are discussed within the context of the economic history of Australia. Bibliography lists 9 sources. View Full Description
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Is Libel Law a Restriction of the Freedom of the Press? »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper considers the statement “The English Law of libel and defamation represents an unwarranted restriction on the freedom of the press and the broadcast media”. The paper looks at both sides of the argument and uses numerous cases to illustrate points raised. The bibliography cites 6 sources. View Full Description
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Power Of The Supreme Court »

Number of pages 3

3 pages in length. The decisions of recent Supreme Court cases revolve around a society that has become somewhat extremist. No longer do benevolence and humane ethics rule the land, but rather legal infiltration must work in tandem with a society lost to individualism. Issues such as gun control, presidential privilege, indiscriminant ... 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 Problem of Improperly Obtained Evidence »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper looks at the law in the United Kingdom as it pertains to evidence. What improperly obtained evidence constitutes is outlined. Cases are noted. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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AN ANALYSIS OF ALEXANDER HAMILTON’S FEDERALIST PAPER NO.# 22 »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper analyzes Alexander Hamilton's Federalist Paper number 22. Each theme is discussed in full and then applied to the creation of various laws which are still in effect today. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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NUCLEAR WEAPONS AND INTERNATIONAL LAW »

Number of pages 36

This 36-page paper covers the issue of nuclear weapons and whether they ae prohibited by international law. The paper discusses the history of nuclear weapons, the use of treaties in terms of legal control and the 1996 ruling of the IJC World Court on the legality of nuclear weapons. Bibliography lists 36 sources. View Full Description
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