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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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First Amendment & Tort Law, UK & US »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page research paper that discusses 2 questions. The first question is What effect might the American and English rules (pertaining to tort law) have on the willingness of people to assert their rights through litigation? and the second question is How does the First Amendment right to petition for redress of grievances bear ... View Full Description
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Fixed Costs as a Source of Error in Management Accounting »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper considers how fixed costs may be a major cause of error in management accounting. The paper looks at how production techniques have changed and traditional cost accounting may be inappropriate due to increased fixed costs and falling direct labour costs leading to distortions and a domino effect. The bibliography cites 4 ... View Full Description
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Food Contamination and Tort Law »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page discussion of tort law as it relates to food contamination. The author outlines a fictional case involving contaminated ice cream. An analysis is presented regarding the burden of proof facing the plaintiff in regard to proving negligence on the part of the ice cream manufacturer. Bibliography lists 4 sources. 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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How Hamlet is a Reflection of the Times, Past and Present »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page paper which examines the ways in which the tortured Danish prince reflects the times in which William Shakespeare lived and also considers the issues of the play that are especially applicable to contemporary times, especially for college students like Hamlet. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Gerard Manley Hopkins: Romanticism »

Number of pages 5

5 pages in length. Gerard Manley Hopkins has a dual relationship with the poetic verse for which he is so well known; on the one hand, he adheres to the traditions of English poetry as practiced by the English Romantic poets, while on the other he departs in such a manner that his contemporaries ... View Full Description
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Giulio Romano »

Number of pages 20

20 pages in length. Giulio Romano, also known as Giulio di Pietro de'Gianuzzi Giulio Pippi, was one of Italy's most prominent mannerist painters. His instrumental existence within the world of art stands out with his presence during the Mannerism Period, a time in Italy that existed between the Renaissance and Baroque periods, heavily ... View Full Description
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Hamlet/To be Admired or Despised? »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page essay that argues that Hamlet, the tortured Prince, should be admired. The writer argues that an examination of the play shows that although Hamlet creates his own downfall through his murderous actions, he is basically a good man caught in a mind-boggling situation. His story is tragic precisely because Hamlet is an ... View Full Description
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HIERONYMOUS BOSCH: Garden of Earthly Delights »

Number of pages 5

( 5 pp) Hieronymus Bosch was born in 1450 in Flanders. In these Pre-Reformation times there was a great deal of public hysteria against heresy, sorcery, and magic. Public tortures and executions were common. Hieronymus Bosch's work , certainly constructed as allegories and social commentaries, might have easily been viewed with suspicion, but ... View Full Description
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Hitler And The Holocaust »

Number of pages 9

9 pages in length. Hitler firmly believed that the white race was created to dominate over all others. In an attempt to annihilate those considered unworthy of such privileges afforded only to Caucasians, Hitler proceeded to extinguish anyone who was not to his ethnic liking. The Jews suffered most at the hands ... View Full Description
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Hollywood Depiction: Cultural Consequences Of Negative Imagery »

Number of pages 5

5 pages in length. Hollywood has a well-earned reputation for embellishing upon reality to the point where the finished product only resembles the original idea around the edges. Indeed, Hollywood's penchant for taking poetic license is a tactic that has left audiences wondering just how much of a given film accurately depicts certain ... View Full Description
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Hot Coffee, Tort Reform »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page essay that reports on HBO's documentary "Hot Coffee," which deals with tort reform. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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Houses/Homes as the American Dream in Literature »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page paper which examines how "Devil in a Blue Dress" by Walter Mosley and "The House on Mango Street" by Sandra Cisneros has a theme involving the house or home. This is examined against "The Tortilla Curtain" by T.C. Boyle and "The Grapes of Wrath" by John Steinbeck wherein the focus is transferred ... View Full Description
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How the Media Portrays the Use of Torture in the “War on Terror” »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper considers the way the media portrays the use of terror in the “War on Terror.” Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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Identifying And Assessing The Likely Risks Of Tort And Criminal Liability Arising From The Operations Of Business »

Number of pages 4

4 pages in length. Manufacturing a product requires considerably more forethought than merely fashioning the item; rather, significant consideration must be give to extenuating circumstances that, if the product does not meet certain legal stipulations, serve to identify and assess the likely risks of tort and criminal liability arising from the operations of business. ... View Full Description
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Image of Nursing on TV's ER »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page television show review that discusses the manner in which the hospital drama ER portrays the profession of nursing. The writer argues that while this show at least tries to show nurses as professionals with skill and knowledge, the huge focus of the producers on physicians gives a distorted view of both professions. ... View Full Description
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Information Used For Formulating a Health and Safety Policy; A Reflective Learning Document »

Number of pages 27

This 27 page paper looks the different factors that need to be considered when writing a health and safety document for a company. The paper includes examines of different perspectives on morals considering if the legal requirements are sufficient or if businesses should have a moral obligation in addition to the legal foundation. The legal ... View Full Description
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Legal Analyses »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper discusses several aspects of law: how to protect intellectual property rights; the definition of strict liability torts and an example of such a case; and a discussion of actions that can be both torts and criminal acts. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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International Money Laundering »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page report discusses the issues surrounding international money laundering and the responses of governments and regulatory agencies. Money laundering continues to be big business worldwide. Most of the estimated $500 billion in money generated illegally is laundered. Money laundering techniques have become so sophisticated that the trail of money can no longer ... View Full Description
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Investigating Differences 2 »

Number of pages 8

An 8 page paper addressing power relationships; human rights concerns of the Council of Europe; and an opinion paper on the issue of gay marriage. Power relationships discussed are religious difference, police presence and majority rule. The four areas of concern of the human rights area of the Council of Europe discussed are ... View Full Description
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Is Torture Justified? »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper examines various authors’ opinions to see whether or not torture is justified. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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Jeffrey Dahmer: An Analysis of Crime Causation »

Number of pages 10

A 10 page exploration of the motivating factors in Dahmer’s abhorrent crimes. This paper examines childhood factors that could have influenced Dahmer to rape, torture, and kill. Bibliography lists 9 sources. View Full Description
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John Fowles' "The French Lieutenant's Woman": Alienation »

Number of pages 5

5 pages in length. Alienation can accurately be described as an inclination of temperament or outlook. Another way to describe it would be to call it a highly personal and unreasoned distortion of judgment. More often than not, alienation is defined as a negative outlook. In the case of John Fowles' ... View Full Description
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John Steinbeck's 'Tortilla Flat' / Arthurian Cycle »

Number of pages 10

10 pages in length. In one of John Steinbeck's more worldly creations, Tortilla Flat adopts a decidedly Arthurian theme that reflects a significant Camelot-esque appeal. Monterey, California, is the site of this modern day Camelot, however, replete with all the elements typically related to King Arthur and his court: lust, temptation, emotion, honor ... View Full Description
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John Steinbeck’s “Tortilla Flat” »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page paper which analyzes how Steinbeck’s use of language and writing bring the characters to life. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Joseph Conrad’s “Heart of Darkness” - How Does the Book Attack or Promote Racist Ideas »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page report discusses “Heart of Darkness” and issues of racism found (or not found) in the novel. While racism enters the story in as much as it is a constant leit motif in all aspects Western humanity journeying to the “dark continent” of Africa. It is simple to dismiss questions of racism as ... View Full Description
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Jurisdiction and Different Areas of Law »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper considers the jurisdiction of the courts under tenancy law, contract law and tort law according to English law. The bibliography cites 2 sources. View Full Description
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Jury Awards are Out of Control »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper focuses on tort reform, the power of the judge to overturn awards and the role of the jury. Examples are provided as a look is taken at excessive jury awards. Bibliography lists 2 sources. 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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LEGAL ANALYSIS: BUG INC »

Number of pages 3

This 3-page paper answers questions about Internet trademark infringement and tort liability as it pertains to fictitious company Bug Inc. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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Legal Issues in Education »

Number of pages 30

A 30 page research paper that addresses specific legal issues as they apply to teaching and education. Topics covered include tort liability, negligence, law pertaining to disabled children, privacy issues, drug testing, search and seizure and others. Bibliography lists 1 source. View Full Description
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Legal Matters at Bug, Inc. »

Number of pages 6

A 6 page paper discussing a variety of legal issues affecting or potentially affecting Bug, Inc., a manufacturer of electronic listening devices. Topics include industrial espionage, civil RICO, product liability and a variety of assorted possible torts. Bibliography lists 12 sources. View Full Description
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Legal Remedies Tort and Victims Compensation »

Number of pages 15

This 15 page paper distinguishes between tort law and criminal law where victims are compensated for their injuries. Bibliography lists 15 sources. View Full Description
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Lisa See's "Snow Flower And The Secret Fan" - Foot Binding And Tradition »

Number of pages 5

5 pages in length. Patriarchy has long held Chinese women hostage where their social, political and cultural facets are concerned, with centuries' worth of oppression and torture as examples of just how overpowering such influence has been in defining the overall image of women in Chinese society. Foot binding, which reflects one of ... View Full Description
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Logical Fallacies in Death of a Salesman »

Number of pages 9

This 9 page paper considers some of the logical fallacies and cognitive distortions that occur in Arthur Miller’s great play, Death of a Salesman. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Lucy Grealy's "Autobiography Of A Face" - Deviance »

Number of pages 8

8 pages in length. Lucy Grealy was victimized twice in her life: the first time being broadsided by childhood cancer that - by distorting her face - caused her insurmountable grief and torment for the rest of her life and the second time by the social dictate that branded her a deviant who was ... View Full Description
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Madison's Auxiliary Precautions" - Still Serving Mankind Today? »

Number of pages 5

5 pages in length. Has Madison's quest for "auxiliary precautions" reached fruition? Indeed not. Should further steps be taken to ensure the sanctity of each institution from encroachment by the others? Absolutely. Yet was resides at the crux of this dichotomy is how the very nature of democracy has been ... View Full Description
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MALPRACTICE AND CONNECTICUT »

Number of pages 5

This 5-page paper, using Werth's "Damages" book as a jumping-off point, studies the tort system as it pertains to medical malpractice and other litigation. The questions answered include what it would take to try to reduce the liability of the system. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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MALPRACTICE AND IMPACT ON MEDICAL PRACTICE »

Number of pages 14

This 14-page paper focuses on the topic of malpractice costs, insurance, and its impact on physicians and patients. The paper discusses two issues: first, if there is a malpractice crisis and second, if tort reform will fix it. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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Margulies/Guantanamo »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page book review that offers a brief summary of what Joseph Margulies argues in his text Guantanamo and the Abuse of Presidential Power (2006) on the use of torture. Based on this information, the writer argues that the US has abandoned the principles of justice on which it was founded. No additional sources ... View Full Description
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Measuring Profit »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper discusses the distortions caused by differing accounting procedures in the profitability ratio. The paper looks at the different profit ratios, such as operating profit, net profit, EBIT and EBITDA and how they can be calculated and manipulated. The bibliography cites 6 sources. View Full Description
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Media in the Courtroom »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper argues that the media, and in particular television, has a distorting effect on judicial proceedings and should be banned from the courtroom. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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Medical Law/5 Questions »

Number of pages 20

A 20 page research paper that answers 5 questions pertaining to medical ethics and medical law. Topics covered include ERISA tort cases; handling of ethical situations, such as a patient choosing to forego life-saving procedures; and malpractice cases. Bibliography lists 11 sources. View Full Description
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Medical Malpractice and Tort Reform »

Number of pages 5

5 pages. An introduction to tort reform and medical malpractice. Focus is on Missouri as compared to what is going on in the rest of the country. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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Medical Malpractice or Negligence; A Comparison between the UK Sweden Germany and Maryland »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper compares the medical malpractice cases and regulation in three European countries and the US state of Maryland, looking at the similarities of the use of tort law and identifying the differences in approach. The bibliography cites 10 sources. View Full Description
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Medical Malpractice Tort Reform in Pennsylvania »

Number of pages 5

5 pages. This paper considers the patient's views of the current medical malpractice tort reform in the state of Pennsylvania. Currently we are seeing physicians moving out of the state, large jury verdicts pushing up the insurance premiums and the possibility of putting a cap on damages sought in lawsuits. Bibliography lists ... View Full Description
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Medieval Theology in Dulcitius »

Number of pages 8

An 8 page research paper/essay on this medieval play. From a modern perspective, medieval drama is interpreted by the average person as being incredibly sexist and somewhat perverse in its intense focus on tortures that Christian martyrs, who are usually beautiful maidens, undergo for their faith. In her analysis of the plays of Hrotsvit, Colleen ... View Full Description
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Member State Liability: Subsequent Jurisprudence and Francovich and Factortame »

Number of pages 8

An 8 page examination of member state liability in the European Community. This paper examines case law and how it regards liability. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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Momma Makes Changes: The Israeli/Palestinian Conflict. »

Number of pages 5

(5 pp) This tutortial discusses the fact that the historical context of women's non-political role in the Middle East is changing, as mothers on both sides are united in decrying their children's deaths in this decades old crisis. Women with similar restrictions are learning new ways to influence the fate of their countries. ... View Full Description
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