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When it is Morally Justified to Break the Law »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper focuses on this provocative topic. The Parker Jensen case is discussed. No bibliography. View Full Description
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3 Law Questions »

Number of pages 6

6 pages in length. The writer briefly discusses jurisprudence, choosing a Supreme Court justice and the phases of a trial. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Sexual Harassment Precedential Law »

Number of pages 6

This is a 6 page paper that provides an overview of sexual harassment claims. SIRAC analyses are carried out for a variety of claims. Bibliography lists 12 sources. View Full Description
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International Law - Non-discrimination »

Number of pages 16

This 16 page paper looks at two potential issues regarding potential discrimination practices with referenced to the GATT Articles I, III, XI and XX. Two fictitious scenarios are provided by the student; the first is a tax on cars over a specific pricing point. The second is the requirement for a single country to adopt ... View Full Description
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Judicial, Legislative, and Executive Influences on Law »

Number of pages 3

This is a 3 page paper on criminal justice policy. The role of all three branches of government is covered. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Contract Law »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper provides an overview of the case involving the attorney for Owen Lotts and Mr. I.M. Bibe, stating the reasons that Bibe is bound by the contractual agreement made with Mr. Lotts. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Insanity Differing Definitions in Psychiatry and Law »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper contrasts insanity in a social, verses psychiatric, verses legal sense. Bibliography lists 8 sources. View Full Description
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The Law and Society : Criminal Procedures and Individual Rights »

Number of pages 16

This 16 page paper examines the rights of American citizens. Privacy is discussed as well as limits of privacy. Various cases are cited. Bibliography lists 15 sources. View Full Description
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WINDOW TINT LAWS »

Number of pages 5

This 5-page paper argues in favor of car windows being tinted in New York State. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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BASINGER, BOXING HELENA AND LAW SUIT »

Number of pages 5

This 5-page paper discusses the case Main Line vs. Basinger to determine if a contract was in place and if the jury award was fair and just. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Ambiguities in Law »

Number of pages 8

This is an 8 page paper that provides an overview of legal ambiguities. A case study is invoked to expose vagaries in the legal process. Bibliography lists 3 sources. 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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BRANZBURG V HAYES & SHIELD LAWS »

Number of pages 6

This 6-page paper discusses whether journalists can guarantee confidentiality for sources that don't want to be named. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Australian Tax Law - Ferguson v FCT (1979) and Stone v FCT (2005) »

Number of pages 12

This 12 page paper examines two Australian tax in all cases concerning the way in which a business is defined in order to determine assessable revenue. The cases of Ferguson v FCT (1979) 9 ATR 873 and Stone v FCT (2005) 59 ATR 50 are examined, along with the findings of the courts in the ... View Full Description
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Video Gaming in Illinois Law »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper reviews recent revisions to video gaming regulations in Illinois. The argument is presented that these revisions will cause more harm than good to the state and those that use the machines. Bibliography lists 9 sources. View Full Description
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In Support of Chicago's Handgun Laws »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper argues favorably for and addresses the issues surrounding Chicago's handgun restrictions from a public, fiscal, and security viewpoint. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Law and Issues Regarding Organ Donation: Emphasis on California »

Number of pages 10

In ten pages this paper discusses federal and California state legislation regarding the issue of organ donation. Five sources are listed in the bibliography. View Full Description
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The Epic of Gilgamesh and The Laws of Manu »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper reviews these two myths from ancient India and Mesopotamia noting the differences that exist in relation to how the gods interact with humans. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Australian Contract Law Case »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper looks at a case supplied by the student where it is necessary to assess if a contract excists. One person agreed to sell goods to another, but there was a delay in gaining the money to pay for the goods, while waiting the seller chose to sell the goods to another ... View Full Description
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JOE CPA, REIMBURSEMENT AND THE LAW »

Number of pages 3

This 3-page paper discusses whether a particular expense can be deducted, based on Section 162 of the U.S. Tax Code. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Services Police Provide Other Than Law Enforcement And Ethical Leadership In Community Policing »

Number of pages 3

3 pages in length. The writer briefly discusses social work as a service police provide, as well as how ethical leadership is a part of community policing. View Full Description
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Hollywood and the Law »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper discusses two events that shaped Hollywood: the Paramount decree of 1948, and the operation of the House Un-American Activities Committee. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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International Humanitarian Law »

Number of pages 15

This 15 page paper examines IHL and also looks at specific provisions for POWs. Specific examples of Gitmo and Abu Ghraib are provided. Bibliography lists 9 sources. View Full Description
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Changes in Due Process: A Current Trend in Criminal Law and Procedure »

Number of pages 8

An 8 page consideration of how due process has eroded over time. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Aviation Law and the Fourth Amendment »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper delves into Constitutional rights as it involves airport security measures. Scanners and other machinery are discussed as is profiling. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Universal Law and Western Thought »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper presents the idea that Western thought is quite different from ideas found in the rest of the world. Hinduism is discussed in depth. Bibliography lists 10 sources. View Full Description
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Emotional Distress; A Case Based on California Law »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper is a memo put together from material supplied by the student concerning a fictitious case where there is a potential claim for intentional infliction of emotional distress. The memo outlines the facts, considers the relevant legislation and cases including Christensen v. Superior Court (1991) and Saari v. Jongordon Corp. (1992). ... View Full Description
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Differing Views of Prostitution: Creating Criminal Behavior Through Law »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page contention that the very act of making a particular activity illegal can create more problems than it solves. The author uses the issue of prostitution as an illustration of this contention, emphasizing that if the act was not illegal prostitution could be a positive means by which women could empower themselves ... View Full Description
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EU Law; Trade Restrictions »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper considers a case where the EU passes legislation on an industry to introduce quotas., and a blanket ban placed on goods by an EU country. The writer considers the grounds for any action and the role of judicial review where there is a case. The bibliography cites 3 sources. View Full Description
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Misrepresentation; A UK Law Case Study »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper considers a case supplied by the student where a business in purchased and facts are either misrepresented purposefully by or accident, there is silence on changes and advice is given, as a friend, by a solicitor. The writer considers what action is open to the purchaser against both the business ... View Full Description
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Canadian Employment Law; Discrimination of Disability During Recruitment »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper considers the case of a blind job applicant for the position of sale representative. The writer considers the role of accommodation in the Human Rights Acts as well as in light of the Meiorin decision. The bibliography cites 5 sources. View Full Description
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Canadian Employment Law »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper considers a case where a female and a male employee ore suspected of theft, yet only one is guilty. The supervisor also has unfounded suspicions. The paper is written as a memo advising the company how to proceed. The bibliography cites 5 sources. View Full Description
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Contract Law; A Case Study »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper considers a case study supplied by a student that looks to establish is a contract has been formed so that action can be taken for breach of contract. Issues such as offer, counter offer, acceptance and frustration are included. The bibliography cites 2 sources. View Full Description
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Pornography And Internet Laws »

Number of pages 5

5 pages in length. The writer discusses the need for legal control with regard to pornography and the Internet. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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UK Contract Law; Mistakes »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper consider a case provided by the student where there is an agreement made an events such as common mistake, mistake regarding quality and potential frustration. The writer uses numerous cases in considering the outlined scenarios. The bibliography cites 6 sources. View Full Description
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Duty to Care; UK Law »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper considers the aspect of duty to care that was laid down by the case of Donoghue v Stevenson (1932), and considers the way in which the House of Lords made their decision in the case of X and others (minors) v Bedfordshire County Council (1995). The writer considers if the decision ... View Full Description
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Seeking Damages for Psychological Harm or Nervous Shock; UK Law »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper considers the problem of claiming for psychological harm or psychiatric injuries. The writer uses relevant cases studies to consider how this has been viewed by the courts with issues such as duty of care, proximity and how foreseeable the event was. Cases include those concerning the Hillsborough disaster as well as ... View Full Description
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The Protection of Florida's Homestead Laws; Protection From Forced Levy »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper considers the protection granted to homesteads under Article X section 4. The writer argues that the constitutional protection is providing immoral protection for individuals who are committing fraud and avoiding meeting their obligations. Numerous cases are cited to illustrate the points raised. The bibliography cites 5 sources. View Full Description
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Construction Law and Individual States »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page report discusses the bidding process and how it relates to state governments’ building and construction processes. Comparisons are made between the states of Washington and Oregon -- states with a common border and similar climates, although the population of Washington is significantly larger than that of Oregon. As a point for ... View Full Description
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The Basics of Torts and Law »

Number of pages 5

5 pages. This paper goes into detail on the legalities of torts, which are normally caused through negligence. Torts are considered an unintentional violation of another person's rights. This paper will explain torts fully and consider the implications and recourse citizens have in regard to torts. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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Bonds Between Romanticism and Modernity in the Law »

Number of pages 18

An 18 page paper which discusses the relationship between Romanticism, modernity, and human law. Bibliography lists 10 sources. View Full Description
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PSYCHOLOGY AND THE LAW »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper details the problems when the media run out of control and cause pre-trial damage to the defendant. The case of Sam Sheppard is profiled as well as several other lower profiled cases. Reasons for media bias are given. Conflict of First and Sixth amendments discussed. Bibliography lists 10 sources. View Full Description
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Addressing Two Law Issues »

Number of pages 5

5 pages in length. The writer briefly discusses criminal intent and inter vivos trusts. Bibliography lists 10 sources. View Full Description
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"To Kill a Mockingbird": Law Cannot Alter Social Injustices »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page paper which discusses the book "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, illustrating how it indicates that no law can truly change the social injustices experienced by those who are the victim of racism. Bibliography lists 2 additional sources. View Full Description
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Law And Abortion »

Number of pages 5

In 1973, Roe Versus Wade defined the parameters of legality for abortion as the first trimester of pregnancy. The decision was written by Justice Harry Blackmun and based on the rights of privacy. This 5 page paper explores a number of issues involved in helping the student to decide whether that decision was legally correct. Bibliography ... View Full Description
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Child Law In The UK »

Number of pages 5

5 pages in length. Margaret's legal rights as the birth parent may have helped her maintain custody of her children; however, it has reached the point where she has exhausted her chances to prove worthy of caring for and protecting them. The past decades has witnessed many changes in the UK's approach to ... View Full Description
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Morris's The Brothel Boy and Other Parables of the Law »

Number of pages 6

The book is discussed in this 6 page review that addresses the topics of affirmative action and the penal system. Morris's opinions are highlighted. No additional sources cited.    View Full Description
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Ethics in Law »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper tackles three legal questions. One pertains to legal perternalism, another to sexual harassment and finally, the topic of assisting third world countries in cleaning up the environment is addressed. Both sides of each issue are explored. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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New Horizon Optics - A Case Study in International Trade Policies & Law »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page paper that presents a case study of New Horizon Optics, a fictitious U.S. optic transistor manufacturing company that is experiencing domestic market problems due to the dumping of Japanese transistors into the U.S. market. Discussed are the problems this dumping creates and a possible solution to this problem. Also included ... View Full Description
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Ku Klux Klan: Race And Law Perspectives »

Number of pages 10

10 pages in length. To understand the Klan's motivation is to first comprehend their beginning. Having existed for several decades with beliefs of racial superiority, the Klan has come to represent everything wrong with society. It can be argued that all the ill will, strife and discord that occurs even in today's ... View Full Description
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