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The Financial Impact on Business as a Result of Labor Laws in France and Greece »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper assesses some of the costs that business face as a result of labor laws in both France and Greece, including aspects such as the cost of the unions, dismissal costs and the impact of social policies. The bibliography cites 5 sources. View Full Description
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Police Personality: Unique Traits Or Socialization And Experience? »

Number of pages 3

3 pages in length. To approach police work armed only with genetically predisposed unique traits is no different than placing a scalpel in a layman's hands and expecting him to perform brain surgery; only after a great deal of practice, mistakes and ingrained lessons can one truly become enmeshed in the culture of law ... View Full Description
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Whistleblowing »

Number of pages 8

An 8 page paper that begins with the types of actions and behaviors that could be reported by a whistleblower. The essay also discusses the laws to protect the complainant, such as sections in the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and what some companies are doing to comply. The writer provides examples to demonstrate whistleblowers are not ... View Full Description
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The History of Marijuana; Legal Status and Usage »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper looks at the history and use of marijuana, also known as cannabis. The paper starts with the ancient world an its’ use for ritual purposes as well as food and cloth and traces the its position to the modern day and the laws which prohibit it allow its use. The bibliography ... View Full Description
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Getting Real with Diversity and Leadership »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page paper assessing the role of leadership in promoting cultural diversity. The position of this paper is that many of today's organizations pursue greater cultural diversity but often do so mechanically from duty and matters of law rather than from an awareness of the improvement that cultural diversity can bring to the ... View Full Description
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Discrimination In Job Advertisements »

Number of pages 12

A 12 page paper. There are many ways a job advertisement can covertly convey a preference for a certain type of applicant. This essay provides a brief overview of the laws concerning discrimination and discusses the types of discrimination that may be found in job advertisements. The writer provides a few examples of this type ... View Full Description
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Politics of Proposition 83 »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper discusses Prop. 83, so-called "Jessica's Law," which affects sexual offenders in California. Bibliography lists 12 sources. View Full Description
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The Misuse of Psychology »

Number of pages 9

This 9 page paper looks at the way in which psychology can be used and abused. The paper outlines the way psychology has developed and then looks at its’ use and misuse in business, law and advertising. The bibliography cites 7 sources. View Full Description
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Information Privacy and Web Pages »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page overview of the problem of information privacy on the World Wide Web. This paper reviews the history and emphasizes that the protection of private information is as much a problem of ethics as it is of law. Bibliography lists 8 sources. View Full Description
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Prisoners: Lower Moral Development »

Number of pages 3

3 pages in length. Attempts to improve upon the moral demeanor of inmates has proven more than a little challenging for law enforcement officials and psychologists who realize that much of what is behind a prisoner's moral makeup is hard-wired by a combination of genetic and environmental influences. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Impact Of Laws On Budgeting - Health Care »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page paper that explains and discusses how laws and regulations impact federal budgeting for Medicare. The writer reports the basic criteria for Medicare beneficiaries, the latest data regarding the size of the budget and discusses entitlement programs, in general. The essay also comments on what has been done to fix the problems. ... View Full Description
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Pay Equity »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper looks at why and how pay equity and equality in total remuneration is protected in the United States, considering the federal laws, such as the the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and equal opportunities, including the Equal Pay Act. The paper considers how this ... View Full Description
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Free Will Or Determinism? Absolving Responsibility »

Number of pages 7

7 pages in length. Taking responsibility for one's actions is not considered to be one of man's most admirable traits, a reality clearly illustrated by the preponderance of frivolous law suits clogging up the justice system. The extent to which responsibility comes from a place of moral accountability is both grand and far-reaching; ... View Full Description
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Cohabiting Couples; Establishing a Beneficial Interest »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper looks at English law and the situation where on the breakdown of a relationship between cohabitants there is no overarching principle under which the parties' assets can be distributed. In the absence of a formal declaration of trust, two legal mechanisms assume relevance. This paper looks at the different mechanisms, ... View Full Description
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The Validity of Bequests In a Will »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper looks at a will which results in the creation of several trusts. Each of the bequests is considered to assess if they are valid. These include the bequest of shares to a class that does not yet exist, the use of a lump sum to deal with a vague purpose and ... View Full Description
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Recovering Money from a Bank Robbery Using Trust Law »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper considers the case of bank robber and the way the bank can recover the money using trust law. The robber has spent some, given some to a girlfriend and invested some in the stock market though a stockbroker. The bibliography cites 2 sources. View Full Description
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McKinnon v. Secretary, Department of Treasury (2006) 229 ALR 187 »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper considers Australian administrative law by critically evaluating McKinnon v Secretary, Department of Treasury (2006) 229 ALR 187 and looking at the implications for freedom of information. The bibliography cites 4 sources. View Full Description
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Community Policing in the United States »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper examines community policing which is viewed as one type of law enforcement and is a large part of the criminal justice system today. The history of community policing is the focus of attention. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Management and Labor: Collective Bargaining in Law Enforcement in California »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper discusses some aspects of the relationship between California police unions and other law enforcement collective bargaining agencies and management. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Profiling & Terrorism »

Number of pages 10

A 10 page research paper that, first of all, examines the definition of “racial profiling” and distinguishes this activity from other forms of profiling that are carried on by law enforcement agents. Then, the arguments, both pro and con, regarding racial profiling are examined. Summation, analysis and conclusions are offered based on this information. ... View Full Description
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Ferrill v Parker Group »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page paper. The writer presents the highlights of this case heard by the U.S. 11th Circuit Court of Appeals, the rulings of the lower court and this court, explains the law that was violated and comments on the case. This was a case where a temporary employee alleged racial discrimination when she laid ... View Full Description
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Stem Cell Research: An Ethical Dilemma »

Number of pages 6

A 6 page discussion of stem cell research and the dilemma that exist between those that approach the research from a utilitarian view and those emphasize the intrinsic value of life verses the potential economic gains of said research. The author discusses law and the legislative process, resource allocation and quality assurance as it ... View Full Description
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Thomas Hobbes And Sigmund Freud: Man Is Born Into Specific Behaviors »

Number of pages 3

3 pages in length. Theories greatly differ when it comes to how and why people behave the way they do, with those like Hobbes and Freud believing man is inherently immoral and hard-wired to crumble under the ever-tempting pleasure principle; only by way of social constructs such as law, punishment/reward and learned behavior are ... View Full Description
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Women in Construction »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page overview of women in construction. The writer touches on the aspect of agency law, but focuses on the numbers and experiences women in the construction industry. Bibliography lists 3 sources. 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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Supply and Demand's Effect at the Pump »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page paper discussing the effect of the law of supply and demand on gas prices, as well as price elasticities. Gas is a rather inelastic product in that it is seen as a necessity and to date there are no ready substitutes for it, so it is not as directly affected by ... View Full Description
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Legal Liability and Ships' Registries »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper discusses the liability issues that arise in both public and private law when an American couple is robbed, and the husband suffers a fatal heart attack during the course of the robbery, on a DWI cruise ship with Liberian registry. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Environmental Policy: Should It be Made at the State or Federal Level? »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper explores environmental law, and argues that it works best when it is made at the local level but is in line with already existing federal policy. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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Complying With Japanese Labor Laws »

Number of pages 10

In this 10 page paper, a fictitious American company has acquired a Japanese company. The essay begins with an introduction to the industry, musical instruments, and reports and discuses labor laws and practices in Japan. The writer intersperses recommendations for the American company to adopt in Japan. The writer also discusses potential challenges and ... View Full Description
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Free Speech and Education Law »

Number of pages 5

This 10 page paper compares and contrasts case law as it pertains to free speech rights and board decisions. Three cases-- Pickering v. Board of Education, School District of Abington Township v. Schempp and Tinker v. Des Moines Independent Community School District—are discussed in depth. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Moore’s Law and Data Storage »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper look sat Moore’s Law, how it applies to technology and specifically to data storage. The paper then considers the different media types that store data and assess the number of discs needed to store the Library of Congress printed material and considers the margin of error on the calculations. The bibliography ... View Full Description
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Environmental Regulation in America since the 1970s »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper examines EPA laws and makes suggestions for regulation concerning food borne illnesses. E. coli outbreaks are discussed in addition to attention to drinking water. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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EU Law Questions »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper answers a set of three questions. The first looks at if a there is the potential for the doctrine of direct effect to be used where the UK does not implement an EU directive (fictitious), the second looks at if indirect effect can be used if there is a law ... View Full Description
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Ethics Concerning Homeland Security and Law Enforcement »

Number of pages 6

A 6 page paper which examines how the focus on homeland security may compromise ethics concerning the involvement of law enforcement. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Gov. Regulation at Bon Secours/DePaul Medical Ctr. »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page research paper that discusses briefly the governmental regulations and agencies, which are applicable to the operation of Virginia hospital. The writer focuses on Virginia law. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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GMAC v. Raju »

Number of pages 11

An 11 page research paper that examines a case, Graduate Management Admissions Council (GMAC) v. Raju, which involves intellectual property law on the Internet. The writer particularly examines the court’s interpretation of Rule 4(k)(2). Bibliography is incomplete, but 5 sources are cited in the text of the paper. View Full Description
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Consequences of Speeding on a Military Base »

Number of pages 7

A 7 page research paper/essay that examines the consequences of speeding with particular reference to military law. The writer discusses research that shows that speed increases the risk of traffic accidents. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Theology And Canon Law »

Number of pages 6

A 6 page paper that summarizes and comments on an article entitled: "Theology and Canon Law: An Inquiry into Their Relationship" by Orsy. Bibliography lists 1 source. View Full Description
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Law Enforcement Technology and Due Process »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper explores some of the new technologies being used in law enforcement, what they mean to due process and the crime control model, and what they could mean for criminal justice in the 21st century. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Evaluating CSI: Crime Scene Investigation »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper analyzes an episode of the show “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation” with regard to the messages and images the show illustrates with regard to law and order in our society. It discusses the ways the messages are communicated (nonverbal, verbal, etc.), the values embodied in the characters, and the structure of the ... View Full Description
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Land Law; Property Interests »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper answers questions set by the student concerning interests in property including the use of forged documents, equitable interest recorded as caveat or unrecorded, and interest of the purchaser at different stages of purchase process. The paper is written with reference to Australian law. The bibliography cites 2 sources. View Full Description
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Law, Policy, Research and Results in Domestic Violence »

Number of pages 7

A 7 page paper discussing federal, state and local law and policy in domestic violence; common theories and means of intervention; and research evidence supporting the effectiveness of current policy and practice. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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Society through the Lens of John Landis’s “Trading Places” »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper discusses the film “Trading Places” as a cultural artifact, and explores what it says about the law, justice, and society. It also discusses whether the film made its points and if so, was it done badly or well. Finally, it discusses why and how justice was served at the climax of ... View Full Description
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Trade Practices Act 1974 (Cth) »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper is written in three parts. The first part summarises the main purpose of the trade practices act and the meanings of the term competition and market within the act. The second part applies the act to a scenario where a firm attempting to take advantage of market power. The last part ... View Full Description
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Should Plagiarism Prevent Admission to the Bar »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page essay that discusses an exercise scenario in which a law student is caught plagiarizing and the question presented, which is whether or not the individual should later be admitted to the bar. The writer refers to numerous relevant cases. No bibliography is offered. View Full Description
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Disparities & Discrimination in Criminal Justice »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page research paper that discusses the relationship between disparities between statistics pertaining to criminal justice and discrimination. The writer argues that a disparity between ethnic groups that is disproportionate to the percentage that the group holds within the overall population is highly suggestive of discriminatory practice on the part of the criminal justice ... View Full Description
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The Protection of the People Against the Exercise ot Arbitrary Power: Miranda v. Arizona »

Number of pages 9

A 9 page examination of the importance of Miranda vs Arizona. This paper explores the circumstances surrounding the case and the decision’s long lasting implications in law enforcement procedure. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Computer Forensics: A Rapidly Growing Discipline »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper gives an overview of computer forensics and explains how an investigation is conducted. It also touches on laws safeguarding personal data and includes a brief literature review. Bibliography lists 9 sources. View Full Description
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Montgomery Bus Boycott »

Number of pages 8

In a paper consisting of eight pages (seven pages plus and outline of one page) the Montgomery bus boycott of 1955 and 1956 is examined in an overview that includes the laws and bus codes regarding transit and riding buses who was involved before and after the boycott, movement ideology, reaction of whites and opposition, ... View Full Description
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The Companies Act 2006 »

Number of pages 9

It has often been stated that the courts have traditionally interfered too much in the field of company law. This 9 page paper considers whether or not The Companies Act 2006 reduce the need for court intervention by providing a coherent and comprehensive statutory code. This is discussed using two areas of the new act ... View Full Description
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