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Fiduciary Relationships and Duties »

Number of pages 9

The case of Goldcrop Exchange Ltd (in receivership) [1994] 2 All ER, saw Lord Mustill state that the presence of a contractual relationship would not automatically exclude the presence of fiduciary duties. This 9 page paper looks at the concept of fiduciary duty, where and how it arises, and the way it may be seen ... View Full Description
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Should the Increase in the Minimum Threshold for Creditor Petitioning for Personal Insolvency Be Extended to Commercial Insolvency? »

Number of pages 22

This 22 page paper looks at insolvency in Australia and considers the 2010 amendment which increased the minimum threshold for a creditor petition. The change is examined in the context of insolvency law and the potential for a similar amendment to be applied to commercial insolvency legislation is assessed. The bibliography cites 16 sources. ... View Full Description
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Aspects of Corporate Law »

Number of pages 15

This is a 15 page paper that provides an overview of corporate law. Many different terms are defined and example cases are cited. Bibliography lists 15 sources. View Full Description
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Evidence and its Impact upon Law »

Number of pages 15

This is a 15 page paper that provides an overview of evidence in law. Different types of evidence and their influence on society and individuals are explored. Bibliography lists 15 sources. View Full Description
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An Overview of Constitutional Law »

Number of pages 13

This is a 13 page paper that provides an overview of Constitutional law. All three branches of government are covered. Bibliography lists 15 sources. View Full Description
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The Balance of Employment Law »

Number of pages 15

This is a 15 page paper that provides an overview of employment law. The main topic of discussion is the balance of interests of employers, workers, and society at large. Bibliography lists 20 sources. View Full Description
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Family Nurse Practitioner »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page paper that discusses different issues. The first topic is the Casuistry ethics approach, which is explained and discussed. Other topics focus on setting up a family nurse practitioner clinic in Louisiana, including the laws governing such enterprises. Components of the business plan are identified and the write comments on the characteristics ... View Full Description
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Do We Have the Right to Burn an American Flag? »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper argues that Constitutional law protects our First Amendment right to free expression even when that expression involves the desecration of an American flag. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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A Philosophical Overview of Politics and Ethics »

Number of pages 15

This is a 15 page paper that provides an overview of politics and ethics. The paper examines how government proceeds from a philosophical worldview, as well as tensions between political and ethical laws. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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International Law and the Syrian Conflict »

Number of pages 3

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of international law. The UN condemnation of Syria shelling Turkey in October 2012 is used as an example. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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Ethics in the Legal Profession »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper provides an overview of three rules of the ABA that impact lawyers and three ABA rules that impact law firms. This paper outlines these rules and provides examples. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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Foxconn and Child Labor »

Number of pages 3

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of a recent story in international business law. The exposure of child labor at Foxconn is examined. Bibliography lists 1 source. View Full Description
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Law and the College Admissions Process »

Number of pages 6

This is a 6 page paper that provides an overview of college admissions and the law. Several cases pertaining to non-discrimination are explored. Bibliography lists 15 sources. View Full Description
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Legal Memo – COBRA and the Obligation to Inform »

Number of pages 5

This is a 5 page paper that provides an overview of COBRA. A hypothetical legal memorandum highlights case law relevant to employer obligations to inform employees of COBRA rights. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Higher Education and Law Enforcement »

Number of pages 9

This is a 9 page paper that provides an overview of law enforcement policy proposals. A proposal to incorporate higher education into officer training is explored. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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The Potential Case against Muammar Mohammad al-Qaddafi and Other Officials for Genocide, Wars Crimes and Crimes Against Humanity »

Number of pages 9

This 9 page paper looks at the potential charges cited in the arrest warrant for Libyan premier Muammar Mohammad al-Qaddafi (Gaddafi) and considers the relevant areas of international law that may be used by the prosecution and how they may be applied. The bibliography cites 9 sources. View Full Description
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Leadership for Law Enforcement »

Number of pages 3

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of leadership in law enforcement. Effective strategies are discussed. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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Alternative Dispute Resolution: When is It Appropriate »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper provides an overview of the application of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) in constitutional law cases. This paper concludes with the belief that it is not appropriate for the case introduced. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Past, Present and Law School in the Future »

Number of pages 7

A 7 page essay that offers a student guidance and suggestions on how to respond to questions for the purposes of evaluating the student's past, present and future educational experience. In this case, the student's BS degree was in Criminal Justice Administration and the student plans to attend law school. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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Police Crisis Intervention »

Number of pages 6

A 6 page research paper describes the role of police in crisis intervention. The writer addresses the role that law enforcement and other front-line personnel play in regards to crisis intervention, describing the issues, plans, steps and training that front-line personnel should receive in regards to crisis intervention. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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Workplace Supervision Dictatorships Democracies and Teams »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper contends that dictatorships in the workplace only lead to decreased productivity. Examples from law enforcement are used, however, to demonstrate that democracies don’t really work either. Teamwork is a reliable alternative. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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Gender and Race Discrimination Case »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper looks at a case provided by the student and considers a case where there is a claim of racial and gender discrimination. The paper, which is made up of four PowerPoint slides and speaker notes looks at the concept of gender and racial discrimination why it is outlawed and at a ... View Full Description
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International Laws on Market Access »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper looks at the different rules and laws that manage market access, looking first at WTO rules, including non discrimination and the most favored nation rule as well as transparency and then at the way that the European Union ensures market access for union members. The bibliography cites 2 sources. View Full Description
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Ethical Behavior in Community Corrections »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper explores the ethical foundation of this branch of law enforcement. The author emphasizes that despite many efforts to make it a thing of the past, corruption is alive and well in community policing. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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Principles of the Constitution »

Number of pages 4

This is a 4 page paper that provides an overview of the principles of the Constitution. Also examined is the process through which a bill becomes law. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Gun Law's Impact on Gun Violence »

Number of pages 15

A 15 page research paper that offers and extensive literature review that addresses the impact of state gun law on gun-related violence. The writer argues that, based on this research, strict gun control lowers gun violence levels. Bibliography lists 10 sources. View Full Description
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Communal Property and the Importance of Economics »

Number of pages 3

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of the importance of economics to everyday reality. Issues such as communal property law as well as scarcity and demand are explored. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Private Security for Law Firms »

Number of pages 3

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of security needs at law firms. Internal and technological threats, as well as the issue of liability are examined. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Morality and the Law »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper looks at whether there is a connection between mortality and the law, looking at the ideas of legal theorists such as Fuller, Dworkin, Hart and Devlin. The bibliography cites 8 sources. View Full Description
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Policy Process : Formulation, Legislation, Implementation »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper discusses policy-making at the national level. It covers formulating the policy, legislation and implementation of the law. The paper covers how a bill travels through Congress. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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The Legality of Senior Housing »

Number of pages 3

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of senior housing. Case law is cited to explain why prohibiting other age groups is legally permitted. Bibliography lists 1 source. View Full Description
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Policymaking: The Affordable Care Act »

Number of pages 8

This is an 8 page paper that provides an overview of how bills become laws. The Affordable Care Act provides an example. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Information And Electronic Privacy »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page paper. Information privacy is a growing concern. This essay reports the laws that are intended to protect an individual’s information, including electronic/digital information. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Sonny Bono Copyright Term Extension Act »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page paper that explains what this act did for copyright protection. The paper discusses the pros and cons of copyright laws and whether they encourage or discourage creativity. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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Criminal Law Information »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper provides an overview of a group of questions about criminal law. This paper uses case examples to support the assertions presented. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Duties of Directors after the Centro Case »

Number of pages 9

This 9 page paper looks at an article reviewing the Centro case, Australian Securities and Investments Commission v Healey [and others] [2011], reviews the case and the contents and discusses the findings and why this may mean for the way directors duties are interpreted in Australian courts. The way that the findings fit in with ... View Full Description
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History Of Contract Law »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper provides a brief overview of the history of contracts and contract law. The writer also explains the Uniform Commercial Code and why it was important. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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A Summary of Civil Procedure »

Number of pages 10

This is a 10 page paper that provides an overview of civil procedure. A detailed summary of all aspects of civil procedure is based on a reading of the Gilbert Law Summaries. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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Contract law and Promises »

Number of pages 6

This is a 6 page paper that provides an overview of contract law. The matter of the enforceability of verbal agreements is explored. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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Burglary Law »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper provides an overview of a fictitous case in which the defendant was convicted of the crime of second-degree burglary after it was proven that he broke into a single family residence at night and stole property from the residence. This paper considers the application of specific case law. Bibliography ... View Full Description
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Child Labor »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper provides an overview of the issue of child labor, relating specifically what child labor is and how it is used internationally. This paper considers the ethics of child labor and child labor laws. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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Ensuring Security in a Small Firm »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper provides an overview of the major views regarding how to ensure security in a small law firm. This paper considers the use of technology and the implications. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Personal Statement Letter for Law School »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper provides an overview of one student's personal statement and letter for law school. This paper relates the basic elements that a student should consider when writing this type of paper. View Full Description
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Styles of Communication in the Criminal Justice System »

Number of pages 3

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of communication in criminal justice. The value of communication in law enforcement is also discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Insurance Companies Cannot Reject Pre-Existing Conditions »

Number of pages 8

An 8 page paper that begins with a definition of pre-existing condition. The essay reports statistical data regarding the prevalence of pre-existing conditions. The writer discuses the effect of the new law, how it will affect quality, arguments for and against the mandate. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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The Role of Law Enforcement Officers in the Courtroom »

Number of pages 3

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of the role of law enforcement officers in the courtroom. Proper standards of testimony are explored in the context of a real trial. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Human Trafficking »

Number of pages 9

This 9 page paper considers the statistics on human trafficking and the laws that have been enacted to address it in the US. The author argues that all forms of human trafficking should be punished equally. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Examining the Microsoft Antitrust Lawsuit »

Number of pages 3

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of antitrust laws. The Microsoft case is used as an example of the deficiencies of the legal system to meaningfully judge modern industries. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Stun Guns/Video Surveillance in Law Enforcement »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page research paper that presents the pros and cons of stun gun and patrol car video surveillance by law enforcement officers, arguing in favor of their use. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Stun Guns and Surveillance in Law Enforcement »

Number of pages 4

This is a 4 page paper that provides an overview of technology in law enforcement. Ethical concerns over the use of stun guns and surveillance equipment by police are examined. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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