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Why Does Islamic Militancy Survive? »

Number of pages 10

10 pages in length. Because they believe they are doing right by the people, Islamic militants also believe they are "exempt from the laws and regulations" that all others have to follow, which serves to be a particularly dangerous social impact. This defiance to abide by accepted principles is a primary reason why they ... View Full Description
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Fairness in Employment: The Merit Principle Verses Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page overview of the various considerations confronting the public sector employer in regard to hiring and promotion of employees. The author discusses such aspects as equal employment opportunity and affirmative action laws. The contention is presented that a better approach in insuring fairness would be one where hiring and promotion ... View Full Description
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EMPLOYEE DISCRIMINATION POTENTIAL »

Number of pages 3

This 3-page paper focuses on two potential cases of employment discrimination dealing with race and dress code. The paper discusses the EEOC laws regulating these two factors and how a plaintiff and respondant would act in such situations. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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COPYRIGHTS, THE INTERNET AND OWNERSHIP »

Number of pages 5

This 6-page paper involves a case study detailing moral, ethical and legal behavior on the Internet. The main topic of the paper is copyright law, and the options available to a fictitious young woman who found her photo stolen and posted over the web. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Law v. Justice »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page essay that discusses three quotes on law and justice by Oliver Wendell Holmes, Thomas Aquinas and William Lloyd Garrison. The writer relates these quotes to the Ford Pinto scandal and to a sex discrimination suit before discussing her personal view on this topic. No bibliography is offered. View Full Description
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Are Gender Rights and Gender Discrimination Global Issues? »

Number of pages 2

A 2.5 page paper which examines if gender concerns should be regarded as global issues or if societies should deal with them as they see fit. Specifically answers to such questions as are transnational groups a healthy sign of development or signs of western cultural imperialism, infringement of sovereignty and a threat to cultural ... View Full Description
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Zelman v. Simmons-Harris: An Analysis of Impact to the Establishment Clause Requiring Separation of Church and State in Education »

Number of pages 14

A 14 page review of the findings of this 2002 Supreme Court case concerning the Constitutional validity of school vouchers. This paper reviews the societal implications of these findings in relation with past case law and the public misperception of the intent of the First Amendment to separate church and state. Bibliography lists ... View Full Description
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Chinese Competition Law and International Cooperation »

Number of pages 23

This 23 page paper provides an overview of Chinese competition law and the impact that this has had on international trade cooperation. This paper considers the need for developing new legislation in China and the underlying reasons. Bibliography lists 15 sources. View Full Description
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Societal Consequences of Inequality Between Males and Females »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page discussion of the historic inequality which has existed between the genders. The author emphasizes that while laws such as affirmative action have their place in remedying inequality, a more appropriate focus is on changing mindsets. By accomplishing the latter society as a whole is bettered. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Strict Liability and the Consumer »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper examines strict liability under consumer law with specific reference to the cases of Wings Ltd v Ellis (1984), and Alec Norman Garages Ltd v Philips [1984]. Looking at the implication of these cases and the subsequent interpretations of he concept of strict liability. The bibliography cites 5 sources. View Full Description
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Equity and Trusts; The Shared Home of an Unmarried Couple »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper examines a case supplied by the student where an unmarried couple have been living in a property in the mans name, but on separation the women wants to claim a share. The paper considers the possibility of an inferred constructive trust or the use of estoppel. Numerous cases are cited to ... View Full Description
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Evaluating Two Articles »

Number of pages 3

3 pages in length. Physical care and emotional security of children reflects the foundation of concern presented in "Showing Commitment" by Jane Craig and "When Cohabiting Parents Separate - Law and Expectations" by MacLean et al. That cohabitating partners with children are treated differently than their married counterparts when it comes to family ... View Full Description
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An Economic Explanation for the Closure of Levi Strauss Factories »

Number of pages 4

In 2003 Levi Strauss closed down the last of the North American factories. This 4 page paper explains how this decision was made and the economic basis of that decision making use of the law of diminishing marginal productivity. The bibliography cites 3 sources. View Full Description
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Oedipus Rex and Antigone »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper considers two plays by Sophocles; Oedipus Rex, also known as Oedipus the Kong and Antigone to identify common themes in the work of Sophocles. The writer argued that the main themes is that of the flaw of pride, the power of wisdom and the ultimate power of divine law. Quotes form ... View Full Description
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Consumer Protection »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper considers the protection that is given to consumers under UK law when goods bought are unsafe. The paper looks at the Sale of Goods Act 1979 (as amended) and the Consumer Protection Act 1987. The bibliography cites 8 sources. View Full Description
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Product Liability Development »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper considers a case supplied by the student, where sunglasses break and a shard of glass blinds the wearer. The position of action taken under product liability laws is examined with the position in 2003 compared to that of the 1950’s and the 1970’s. The bibliography cites 1 source. View Full Description
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E-Law and Risk Management Questions »

Number of pages 4

4 pages answering 4 questions about Internet law and risk management, particularly in matters of privacy and use of information gathered from site visitors. Bibliography lists 10 sources. View Full Description
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Effect of Civil War on Black Americans »

Number of pages 10

A 10 page research paper that explores the effects of the Civil War on the lives of Black Americans. The writer argues that while the American Civil War technically ended the institution of slavery in the United States, in principle, the reality of the situation was far different. Economic and political circumstances combined to keep ... View Full Description
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Questions in Criminology »

Number of pages 4

4 pages answering 3 questions in criminology. The questions ask about law and order vs. individual rights; positivist theories; and the National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS) vs. the Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Antitrust in the US and Japan »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper contrasts US and Japanese antitrust and antimonopoly law, using recent cases, examining why monopoly positions are bad for the consumers. The paper includes the Toshiba Elevators, the Microsoft case and the case of Image Technical Services v. Kodak. The bibliography cites 6 sources. View Full Description
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Is Prostitution a Victimless Crime? »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper examines the crime of prostitution and whether or not it is a victimless crime. Devlin and Mill's positions are examined in respect to how the law should treat prostitution. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Contract Law; Is there a contract in place? »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper looks at a case supplied by the student where there is an advertisement placed in a newspaper, which is followed by communications and an acceptance. The paper considers which are offers, which are counter offers, and communications, if any, is a valid acceptance. The paper is written with reference to ... View Full Description
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Agency Law »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper considers the role of agency law and how it may be enforced as well as comparing the position in the UK with that in Europe. The bibliography cites 10 sources. View Full Description
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Human Rights »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper considers the issue of human rights. The paper starts by looking at what is meant by human rights and the foundations of the modern concept in the seventeenth century with Locke. The origins of current law are then explained and the way it is implemented in the UK is outlined ... View Full Description
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Street Drugs in Jersey City »

Number of pages 10

A 10 page research paper which has as its premise that this is a report for the Jersey City Police Department from a criminal justice expert pertaining to the problem of the ready availability of street drugs. The report, first of all, offers a statement of the problem, and then outlines what research has suggested ... View Full Description
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Experience Hendrix, L.L.C. v. Hammerton »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper is a legal brief outlining the parties, facts rule of law, discussions and holding of the case of Experience Hendrix, L.L.C. v. Hammerton, Administrative Panel Dection, Case Number D2000 – 0364, August 2nd 2000. The bibliography cites 1 source. View Full Description
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Contracts of Sale: Relation to the Laws of Ancient Rome »

Number of pages 7

A 7 page overview of the elements which go into contracts of sale. The author traces each of these elements to the laws of ancient Rome. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Kant's Theory of Value »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper looks at Kant's ideas about law and his theories about value, man's highest good and the categorical imperative. Kant's ideas are evaluated and the paper argues that the theory of value is flawed. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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Crime and judicial procedures in four films »

Number of pages 5

A paper which looks at the way in which crime and judicial processes are dealt with in four modern movies, with particular reference to the moral and ethical foundations of the legal systems and the extent to which situational ethics may be appropriate in the context of law enforcement. View Full Description
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Australia’s Internet Law »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page overview of recent attempts at regulating Internet content in Australia. These actions have occurred in the face of laws which have been on the books since 1982 insuring Australians freedom of information. Australia’s solution to this contradiction has been to amend the Freedom of Information Act itself. The author ... View Full Description
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Ethics, Morality & Law Enforcement »

Number of pages 15

A 15 page research paper that investigates the moral and ethical conduct of law enforcement officers. The writer differentiates between "moral" and "ethical" behavior on the part of these agents and discusses the ramifications of police behavior. Bibliography lists 13 sources. View Full Description
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Law Enforcement and the Media »

Number of pages 14

A 14 page paper which examines how law enforcement is portrayed by the media, how it affects the public’s perception of police departments, how several famous cases have been covered and the significance of racial and sexual prejudice. Bibliography lists 13 sources. View Full Description
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The Concept of Domicile within UK Law »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper considers what is meant by domicile and how it is determined under UK law. The paper cites cases to illustrate points raised. The bibliography cites 1 source. View Full Description
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Contract Law; Formation, Mistake and Fraudulent Misrepresentation »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper considers a case supplied by the student. A sale is made with various mistakes, a buyer misrepresents himself and the seller does not want to complete the contract. The paper determines if there is a valid contract, what there terms where and how the mistake affects it by reference to UK ... View Full Description
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Italian Contract Law »

Number of pages 20

20 pages in length. The writer discusses offers, breach and revocability as they relate to Italian contract law. Bibliography lists 10 sources. View Full Description
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Films Suggest Need for Police Reform »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page research paper that examines how legal and procedural issues raised in certain films, such as Point Break and Training Day, reflect the real-life problems facing law enforcement agencies. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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Contributions of the New York City Military and Famous New Yorkers Frederick Law Olmsted and Walt Whitman »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page, two-part paper which examines the city’s significance in terms of naval power (including ship production, the launching of naval raids along the East Coast, and the development/production/sale of weapons technology), the use of Governor’s Island as an army high command headquarters as well as a military prison as well as the contributions ... View Full Description
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Plagiarism and Copyright Law: »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper compares and contrasts copyright law and plagiarism restrictions. This paper provides insightful examples to illustrate the differences between these two infringments. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
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Critical Elements of the Contract of Sale: Relation to the Laws of Ancient Rome »

Number of pages 8

An 8 page overview of the elements which go into contracts of sale. Identifying three critical elements of sale (the agreement, the thing sold, and the price), the author traces each of these elements to the laws of ancient Rome. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Legal Memorandum »

Number of pages 7

A 7 page closed objective legal memorandum regarding a whether or not an insurance company should pay double indemnity for a death in which the deceased died because he placed a noose around his neck and cut off oxygen to his brain during the act of masturbation, suffocating when a pulley system jammed. The writer ... View Full Description
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Advantages of Doing Business in Bulgaria »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper discuses advantages of doing business in Bulgaria inclusive of tax laws and incentives. Bulgaria and Germany are compared and contrasted as places for firms to locate. Why German firms might opt to move to Bulgaria is discussed. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
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The Impact of Title VII on the Workplace »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper looks at sexual harassment, age discrimination and the other elements covered under Title VII. How this law changed workplace policy and the atmosphere in the workplace is discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Police Deviance: Chapter Summaries »

Number of pages 10

10 pages in length. The law, which was originally created by the Greeks to temper man's inherent corrupt tendencies and regulate society's behavior, has been the staple of humankind's ability to subsist among itself. The writer discusses police deviance in an historical sense as well as how it applies today. No bibliography. 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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Sociological Theory Of Crime »

Number of pages 4

4 pages in length. Criminal behavior is based upon a combination of sociological theories that help to establish a basis upon which law enforcement and behavioral experts can better understand the reason for its presence, as well as the best way to approach therapeutic treatment for offenders. The labeling theory, which represents one ... 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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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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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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