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Rebirth of Natural Law: Finnis, Fuller and Devlin »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page paper which examines the rebirth of natural law as seen through the theories of John Finnis, Lon Fuller and Patrick Devlin. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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No Child Left Behind Act »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page paper that discusses the major elements in this Act of 2001 and signed into law in January 2002. The writer comments on the results of this Act. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Considerations When Going Global »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page paper that discusses some issues of moving operations, including staffing, providing an example with German laws and also discussing types of management and leadership styles that are mentioned for success in the global market. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Police and Police Issues: Due Process »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper discusses the question of whether or not the goals of law enforcement conflict with the principles of due process. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Emergency Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page overview of the conditions stipulated by this law. The author reviews a recent case where a woman in premature labor admits to the ER and is subsequently admitted. When her infant is born it only lives two hours because it did not receive adequate care because of a technicality in ... View Full Description
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Law Offices Of Jeter, Jackson, Guidry, And Boyer »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper. This essay addresses specific questions regarding the new GM-Operations hired for a law firm. The first question deals with what the partners should do about the new person and the negative impact he has had on the firm. It also discusses leadership style that is needed for that position. Finally, the ... View Full Description
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Current Issues in Sex Discrimination Law »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper looks at an English sex discrimination law issue. The paper, written as preparation for a presentation looks at what is meant by discrimination, how sex discrimination can take place, and the impact of the Gender Recognition Act 2004. The paper includes a poster designed to raise awareness of this new act. ... View Full Description
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Geriatric Clinical Nurse Specialist/State of CA »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page research paper that discuses this nursing specialty within the context of practice under California law and specifically on the topic of nurse prescribing. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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What is Law? »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper looks at the meaning of the law. Aristotle is the focus of this paper that also takes other theorists into account. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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“Natural Crimes” and “Legal Crimes” »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper discusses “natural crimes” (“mala in se”) – crimes that are morally wrong; and “legal crimes” (“mala prohibita”) – crimes that are illegal only because the law says so. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Gulf Corporation Council (GCC): Crime Law And Capital Punishment »

Number of pages 4

4 pages in length. The six GCC countries strive to cultivate and uphold the tenets of human rights and in doing so have no reservations about seeking the death penalty for those who transgress against others. The extent to which Sharia (Islamic) law governs this position on capital punishment is both grand and ... View Full Description
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Moral and Legal Responsibility Against Drinking and Driving »

Number of pages 8

This is an 8 page paper discussing the moral and legal responsibility and the campaigns against drinking and driving. As drinking and driving continues to take many lives on an annual basis, two different formats are being used to control drinking and driving in Canada and the United States. From a legal perspective, stricter laws ... View Full Description
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Moral and Legal Responsibility Against Drinking and Driving »

Number of pages 5

This is a 5 page tutorial language paper discussing the moral and legal responsibility and the campaigns against drinking and driving. As drinking and driving continues to take many lives on an annual basis, two different formats are being used to control drinking and driving in Canada and the United States. From a legal perspective, ... View Full Description
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The Effect of the Global Economy on Nation States »

Number of pages 12

This is a 12 page paper on the effect of the global economy on nation states. The international community has a great impact on the political, social and economic policies of the individual nation states. Nation states, in order to avail themselves of economic opportunities must consider the agendas of the global economic market. The ... View Full Description
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Spain’s Peaceful Transition to Democracy »

Number of pages 7

This is a 7 page paper discussing Spain’s successful and peaceful transition to democracy. Spain’s peaceful transition to democracy was a result of several elements which were in place during the time of Franco’s rule and the strategy and allegiances Spain’s new King Juan Carlos used after Franco to successfully navigate a peaceful move toward democracy. ... View Full Description
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Sexual Discrimination: Laws, Compensation and Equity »

Number of pages 6

This is a 6 page paper (tutorial language) on sexual discrimination. Federal, state, country and company laws require that employees are not discriminated against or harassed in the work place because of gender. Despite these laws and guidelines to employers, companies have continued to pay to the courts and to employees millions of dollars in ... View Full Description
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Foreign Criminal Rights in the United States »

Number of pages 8

This is an 8 page paper discussing the argument of the rights of foreign criminals within the United States. International law provides for all prisoners to be treated with the same human rights worldwide and these rights must be maintained by all countries. In this sense, foreign criminals are to be allowed the same rights ... View Full Description
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International Law »

Number of pages 5

Laws are devices meant to provide a structure for 'keeping the peace'. This 5 page paper explores the processes of International law as equivocated by central organs such as the United Nations, the European Union and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. Bibliography lists 1 source. View Full Description
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Contemporary Realism and Liberalism »

Number of pages 6

This is a 6 page paper comparing contemporary realism and liberalism. Contemporary realism and liberalism are basically conflicting political ideals but aspects of each are encountered in the modern day political arena. Realism is based on the understanding that protection and self-interests of the nation state should be the dominant feature in political decisions, justice, ... View Full Description
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Labor Relations Law for the Airline and Railway Industries »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page report discusses labor law, the Railway Labor Act of 1926, labor law, and the rights of airline and railroad workers. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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The Advancement of Equal Rights in Canada in Relation to the Charter of Rights and Freedoms »

Number of pages 8

This is an 8 page paper discussing whether or not Section 15 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms has allowed for significant advancement of equality rights in Canada. In 1982, the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms included within it Section 15 on “Equality Rights” which guaranteed all individuals equal protection before and ... View Full Description
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Summary and Analysis of “The Laws” by Plato »

Number of pages 10

This is a 10 page paper summarizing and analyzing Plato’s “The Laws” on a chapter by chapter basis. Philosopher and educator Plato (427-347 B.C.E.) wrote extensively in general philosophy which he believed was the basis for the theory of education and political thought. Plato was greatly influenced by the philosophies of Socrates and in addition ... View Full Description
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English Insolvency Law; Does it Have International Respect? »

Number of pages 14

This 14 page paper critically evaluates the extent to which English insolvency law currently meets the aim to ensure due recognition and respect abroad for English insolvency proceedings. The paper looks at the different corporate cultures in England, where there has been a creditor bias, compared with Europe and countries such as Germany and France ... View Full Description
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"Who Owns Information?: From Privacy to Public Access" »

Number of pages 9

A 9 page discussion of the concerns presented in the book by Ann Wells Branscomb. The management of information has become considerably more complex in the last few generations. Branscomb details the topic of information ownership with a particular emphasis on the risks which currently exist in regard to information privacy. Branscomb's book supports ... View Full Description
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E-Commerce; International Trade and Virtual Contracts »

Number of pages 20

E-commerce has created many opportunities for international trade. There are also many difficulties when seeking to regulate a contract made in a virtual world. This 20 page paper looks at the problems that can be created by the lack of a paper trail and the difficulties in determining if and when a contract is ... View Full Description
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Air Quality Laws Need to be Strengthened »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper examines air pollution, the laws on the books and why they need to be enforced. Recent legislation is discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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The Chicago School Of Criminology: Influence »

Number of pages 9

9 pages in length. Espousing environmental reasons over and above the conventionally accepted morality rationale, the Chicago School of Criminality changed the very nature of how society viewed – and thereby approached treatment for – criminal behavior. Criminal activity is a way of life for many people who fail to adhere to strict ... View Full Description
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Commercial Contract Case »

Number of pages 19

This 19 page UK law paper is written in three parts. The first and main part of the paper concerning a commercial contract with a potential breach of contract following the breakdown of machinery when it was used in an unusual fashion. The buyer stipulated the use of the machinery before it was bought, but ... View Full Description
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Parliamentary Sovereignty and the Human Rights Act »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper considers the following quote by Lord Hoffman and discusses how if it is still accurate now the Human Rights Act 1998 is in force; ""Parliamentary sovereignty means parliament can, if it chooses, legislate contrary to fundamental principles of human rights. The Human Rights Act 1998 will not detract from this power ... View Full Description
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No Child Left Behind Act »

Number of pages 11

This 11 page paper considers ethical issues related to the NCLB Act. The essay begins with the major provisions of the Act and the funding levels for 2004. The ethical issues raised are: Chicago's refusal to stop their public tutoring program paid for with NCLB funds (they failed to meet the criteria to continue funding ... View Full Description
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International Environmental Resource Law: Fisheries »

Number of pages 30

A 30 page overview of environmental resource law as it relates to the protection of the world's fisheries. The efforts of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the UN (FAO) are highlighted, particularly in regard to their efforts to curb fishery piracy and to insure adequate water quality. Bibliography lists 18 sources. View Full Description
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The Arbitrary Nature of the Death Penalty »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper examines capital punishment. Black's Law Dictionary is used to define the term arbitrary and the discussion on the arbitrary nature of the death penalty begins. Several examples are provided. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Law of Evidence »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper looks at evidence and the burden of proof under English law. The first part pf the paper looms at where the burden of proof lies, and how this would need to take place along with potential defences, such as provocation, loss of control and insanity. The second part of the paper ... View Full Description
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Canada - Labor Issues »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper addresses this question: Should companies who profit from "slave labor' pay reparations? First, clarification, the term is used euphemistically, not literally. The topic deals with individuals who are paid below minimum wage without benefits or overtime. The essay first provides data reporting the numbers and percentage of persons who fit this ... View Full Description
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The Differential Strike Patterns of Korea and France »

Number of pages 8

Sonn (1997) calls Korea a late bloomer in the area of labour strikes, so it is particularly interesting that Korea labour is beginning to join the capitalist based globalisation movement to adopt flexible modern strike models, when France, the originator of the revolution, the striking of labour against the central government for better working conditions ... View Full Description
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Advertising to Educate and Benefit Consumers »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page paper discussing the benefits of using advertising to educate consumers. Educating consumers is a point of advertising's classic rules, but advertisers have moved increasingly further away from that rule in recent years as they strive merely to put brand names in front of consumers. As is the case with anything ... View Full Description
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Ethics: Religious Discrimination »

Number of pages 7

A 7 page paper discussing the ethics of religious discrimination that a company wants to commit but has not yet done. Its receptionist has converted to Islam and has adopted the full attire of an orthodox Muslim woman, projecting an extreme image for visitors to the company's headquarters. The company wants to place ... View Full Description
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Iran and Its' Position of Neutrality »

Number of pages 21

Iran has a history of neutrality. This 21 page paper examines the way in which remaining neutral has served Iran especially in the First Gulf War which followed shortly after the Iran-Iraq war. The paper starts by examining the concept of neutrality and the law of neutrality in the international context. This is used as ... View Full Description
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Arizona Laws: Protecting Animals »

Number of pages 5

5 pages in length. The pursuit for animal protective legislation has been an ongoing – if not frustrating – quest for virtually every American society; while significant inroads have been made in many national communities where such atrocities as cockfighting, animal abuse/cruelty felony status and pet shop conditions are concerned, there is still a ... View Full Description
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Exegesis - Faith In Galatians »

Number of pages 10

A 10 page paper. When Paul spoke of faith in terms of righteousness, did he mean faith in Christ or faith of Christ, i.e., Christ's faithfulness? This is the emphasis of this essay. The essay begins with an introduction to Galatians. Issues discussed include the difference in Paul's opinions of the law found between Galatians ... View Full Description
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Reporting Abuse And Duty To Protect/Warn: California & Arkansas »

Number of pages 6

6 pages in length. The prevalence of abuse throughout the United States is not restricted to any age group, gender or ethnicity; that abuse crosses all lines of demarcation speaks to an equal opportunity offense where verbal or physical harm often goes undetected when the victim is either unable or unwilling to report the ... View Full Description
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International Law and Terrorism »

Number of pages 7

A 7 page contention that as our understanding and perception of terrorism evolves so do our definitions and the way that we attempt to legally deal with the phenomena. The fluid nature of the international response to terrorism can be attributed to this fact as can our failure to come up with precise international ... View Full Description
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Employment Discrimination Laws: Who Is Protected And Methods For Guaranteeing That Protection »

Number of pages 3

3 pages in length. The extent to which employment discrimination has long been an ongoing social ill is both grand and far-reaching; that myriad federal laws have been enacted over the last fifty years to ensure equity in the workplace speaks to overruling the intolerance toward various segments of society. Under the umbrella ... View Full Description
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Mental Illness, Crime and the Criminal Justice System in the UK »

Number of pages 36

This 36 page paper examines the links between mental illness and crime and how this is dealt with in the UK criminal justice system. The paper starts by defining mental illness, looking at general definition and then at the legal definition used in the UK. The paper then considers what types of illness are classified ... View Full Description
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Company Law; Preference Shares and Winding-Up Orders »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper looks at to case studies covering English company law. The first case concerns preference shareholders who are in dispute with directors that also own 80% of the company’s ordinary shares. The directors want to change the rights associated with the preference shares without the consent of the preference shareholders and are ... View Full Description
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Shareholder Power »

Number of pages 4

This is a 4 page paper which examines the power of shareholders to removel directors of boards with or without cause primarily under Delaware Corporate Law. The bibliography has 6 source. View Full Description
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Medical Case Study »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page advises a patient according to English law. The fictitious case concerns Mrs Jarvis a 44 year old woman has gone into hospital to have a hysterectomy due to endometriosis. She has agreed to the operation after being told she is infertile. During the operation the surgeon finds she is pregnant, but continues ... View Full Description
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Influence of Ben Jonson »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page research paper/essay. Beginning in 1642 and for the next eighteen years, the theaters of England were officially closed under the restrictions of Puritan rule (Restoration Drama). There were, of course, evasions of the law, but whatever performances were given were held in secret in private homes. In 1660, the Stuart dynasty was ... View Full Description
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Business Form of Maryland's New Durable Medical Equipment Company »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page paper choosing a business form (LLC) for a new company and assessing the liability positions of senior managers at HealthSouth and RiteAid, two businesses operating a corporate form that could not protect senior management from charges of various types of fraud. HealthSouth's Richard Scrushy was the first to be tried under ... View Full Description
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The Late Shipping of Substandard Goods: A case Study »

Number of pages 9

This 9 page paper examines a case where a company based in Jedda had contracted to sell dates to a London compnay. The agreement has been written as a CIF contract referencing INCOTERMs wit the agreement that the dates will be shipped in September, but are not shipped until October 2nd, in addition the bill ... View Full Description
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