Images-loading
Image

ACADEMIC TERM PAPERS FOR LAW AND PRE-LAW STUDENTS

Check our our list of essays, term papers, legal briefs, thesis and dissertations.

Term papers on Positive law and non-positive law discussions


Click on any of the term papers to read a brief synopsis of the research paper. The essay synopsis includes the number of pages and sources cited in the paper. Can't find what you are looking for, why not check out our customized research and writing services.

Bicycle Helmet Laws: Impact on Safety and Reduction of Injuries »

Number of pages 6

A 6 page reviews of the history and impact of laws mandating the use of helmets for bicyclists. Bicycle helmet laws are quite controversial not only within the U.S. but also in other areas of the world (especially in Australia, Canada, Finland, Iceland, and New Zealand) where they have been implemented. Many ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

"What’s Important In Law In A Society Is Social Facts And Not Morality Or Justice": Commentary »

Number of pages 3

3 pages in length. Herbert L.A. Hart's (1997) assertion of "what's important in law in a society is social facts and not morality or justice" (p. PG), goes against the very grain of the entire legal process. In order to accept this accusation, it is important to understand how and why the notion ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

TANF - Temporary Aid To Needy Families Policy And Results : »

Number of pages 8

A 8 page paper that investigates Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), which became law on August 22, 1996, replacing Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC). The paper reports the major regulations of this law and how it is implemented, including the proportion of funds that are allocated to different categories of assistance. The ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Employment Law; An Australian Case Study »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper is written in three parts considering different aspects of Australian law. The first part considers whether an employee can maker a claim under the workers compensation schemes. The second part considers the duty of care of the employer and the third looks as a potential claim of sexual harassment under discrimination ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Crime Prevention at the Federal Level »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper takes a look at the controversy over whether laws at the federal level really help local law enforcement. Several issues are addressed. Hate crime legislation is discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

LAPD: Reform »

Number of pages 3

3 pages in length. The LAPD has not faired well in appearance or application by being the media's focal point of late. What is particularly noteworthy about this perception is how one does not always know where the law separates from the criminal, inasmuch as officers have been caught on tape displaying behaviors ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Impact of Human Right Act on the UK Abortion Law »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper considers the way in which the Human Rights Act may impact on abortion law in the UK. The paper considers the conflicting aspects of the right to life as well as the right to equality and the right to autonomy. The paper uses both UK and European case law to consider ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Genetic Testing and the Law »

Number of pages 15

A 15 page research paper that examines the law concerning genetic testing and whether or not health insurers can use test results that show that an individual has a genetic tendency towards a disease as grounds for canceling or not providing coverage. The writer particularly focuses on the comprehensive law enacted by the state of ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

EXCESSIVE LEGISLATION: AN ARGUMENTATIVE PAPER »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper is an argumentative paper against excessive legislation of personal rights. Issues exampled include seatbelt laws and helmet laws. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

What Naturalization Laws Tell Us About Different National Understandings of Citizenship: »

Number of pages 12

This 12 page paper discusses the naturalization laws of various countries and how those laws reveal the value which is placed upon citizenship. This paper shows that different countries have different naturalization requirements, and therefore each highlights their own ideas about what a citizen should offer to society. Bibliography lists 9 sources. View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Should The Monopoly Of Patents Be Abolished »

Number of pages 8

An 8 page paper. Thomas Jefferson initiated the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. The patent laws, in fact, all intellectual property protection laws, are controversial. This essay presents the arguments on both sides of the debate. Included are discussions on: the requirements for being awarded a patent, the four precepts by which the Patent ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Eyewitness Testimony: Prejudicial or Probative? »

Number of pages 6

A 6 page exploration of the value of eyewitness testimony in a court of law. This paper notes the fact that such testimony can vary according to a number of diverse sociologic factors in its accuracy. The contention is presented that while this variation should not be used as a reason to blanketly ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Lifting the Corporate Veil »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper considers the way in which the cooperate veil may be lifted by way of a judicial decisions. The way in which agency may be implied or the companies may be seen as a single economic unit are discussed before a conclusion is reached in the way the law is developing in ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Legal Issues »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper looks at five legal questions in Q& A format. Various questions on different areas of the law have been submitted by a student and answered. Questions include issues in criminal and civil law, business ethics and contracts. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Duty of Care »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page considers the duty of care in different instances including the duty of a land occupier and an employer. Three cases are considered, the first looks at a child trespasser that is injured on railway property, the second looks at a secretary with repetitive strain injury and the third considers a death that ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Eviction Proceedings in Tennessee »

Number of pages 8

An 8 page paper presenting a hypothetical court case, description of court room proceedings and an analysis of why the court proceedings progressed in the manner they did. The case is one of eviction, conducted under the laws of Tennessee. Tennessee is a subscriber to the Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (ULTRA), ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Limited Liability Partnerships »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper looks at the concept and reality of Limited Liability Partnerships (LLP’s) under the limited Liability Partnership Act 2000. The paper outlines the background to LLP’s what they are, the way they are set up and how they compare with both company and partnership law. The paper is written with reference ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

The Concept of Direct Effect in EU Law »

Number of pages 8

The notion of the effectiveness of European Community law has been developed by the European Courts of Justice (ECJ)into an obligation on national courts to ensure that they give adequate effect to EC in cases arising before them. This 8 page paper examines the way in which the “direct effect” concept has been applied ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

FREEDOM OF SPEECH: LETTER OF THE LAW OR INTENT OF THE LAW? »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper argues that the intent of the freedom of speech laws is more important than the letter of the law. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Today’s Networks »

Number of pages 17

A 16 page paper defining networks; discussing network protocols (particularly TCP/IP); listing network components; and measuring network performance. The paper presents the Utilization Law and Little’s Law, providing the equations for each. It provides a list of network characteristics such as bandwidth and latency, and discusses approaches to making the network more efficient ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

New York's Smoke-Free Workplace Law: »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper presents both sides of this highly controversial law. The law requires that smoking be banned from all public places, and this has resulted in very divergent opinions. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Marx and the Law »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper examines the way in which Marx views law and whether or not it is applicable in today's society. Contemporary American society is evaluated in light of Marxism. It is suggested that while Marx was correct analytically, his view of the law is not practical. Bibliography lists ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

The Development Of Natural Law »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page paper that begins with a definition of natural law. The writer then explores thoughts on natural law from Socrates, Plato, St. Augustine and St. Thomas Aquinas. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Sex offenders and Community Notification »

Number of pages 15

This 15 page paper evaluates the problem of sex offenders that are released into the community. Megan's law along with similar legislation is discussed in depth. The problem of impinging on offenders' rights, as well as these laws having the opposite of the intended effect, are issues included. Statistics regarding recidivism are relayed. The paper ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Environmental Issues and Business in the UK »

Number of pages 19

This 19 page paper looks at different aspects of environmental controls and environment law and the impact they have on business. The paper has five sections; Planning decisions, environmental statute law, environmental audits, the UK Environmental Protect Act 1990 and the use of HAZOP. Each section outlines the issues and discusses the implications on ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Law Enforcement/Child Pornography/Australia »

Number of pages 10

A 10 page research paper that examines law enforcement against child pornographers on the Internet, with a particular focus on law enforcement in Australia. Bibliography lists 8 sources. View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

The Sources and Role of Law in England »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper looks at discusses subjects. An outline of the sources of the English law and their order of importance. The relevance and contribution of European legal system and how important equity is this respect of English law. The bibliography cites 9 sources. View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Insurable Interest »

Number of pages 11

This 11 page paper considers the doctrine of Insurable interest and how it has developed and adapted under English law, looking at both statutes and case law. The paper considers how this may be problematic and compares to this other countries especially to the US before deciding which regime is the best. The bibliography cites ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Celibacy And The Priesthood »

Number of pages 9

A 9 page paper. Celibacy has been mandated for Catholic priests for hundreds of years. It is a man-made law but proponents argue that it is based on apostolic tradition. It was the early 4th century before anything about marriage and priests was addressed. This essay presents an historical overview of the practice of celibacy ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

The Impact of Regulation on the Elementary School Teacher »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper examines various statues from state law and federal law to discern just how an elementary school teacher's life is affected. A variety of subjects are approached inclusive of issues related transgender, napping in kindergarten, redistricting, and a variety of issues related to the No Child Left Behind Act. ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Legal Overview on Battered Woman/Child Syndrome and Prevention of Forecasted Criminal Behavior »

Number of pages 9

Overviews and ramifications of case law on battered woman syndrome (Ibn-Tamis, Nixon) and battered child syndrome (Jahnke, Nemeth) criminal defenses, and how laws concerning prevention of forecasted criminal behavior (Tarasoff, Thompson v. Alameda, Brady v. Hopper). Bibliography lists 10 sources, including cases. jvBatter.rtf View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Rights As A Key Concept in Contemporary Political, Moral and Legal Philosophy »

Number of pages 29

This 29 page jurisprudence paper considers the quote " key concept (perhaps the key idea)in contemporary political, moral and legal philosophy is that of rights". This is examined with consideration of the basic foundation and purpose of the law, the role of liberalism and the way it has influenced and is influenced by the Human ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

The Criminal Justice System: One Primary Aim Or A Number Of Different Aims? »

Number of pages 7

7 pages in length. The United States criminal justice system, which originated from the tenets of Greek law, adheres to four different yet distinct aims: law enforcement, prosecution, judiciary and corrections. To eliminate any one of these fundamental principles is to unbalance a system designed to address every facet of criminal justice. ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Custom and International Law »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper considers how custom can be seen as a key component of international law. The paper argues that the basis of international law is custom due the flimsy structure and the requirement of consensus and agreement. The bibliography cites 10 sources. View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Bias in U.S. Immigration Policy? »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page overview of U.S. immigration policy and law. The author argues that while this is some obvious bias, immigration law is a needed component of American society. Some means must be in place to insure that immigrants will become productive members of our society rather than an economic and social drain. ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

The Principle of Fault in Tort Law »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper examines the principle of fault in tort law. The paper outlines different types of fault and where and when it proof of fault is required. The paper then considers the purpose the principle serves and why it still has such an important place. The paper is written with reference to ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Health and Safety Policy »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper is an example of a health and safety policy document, outlining the health and safety policy of a new company. Written in three parts, the first part is a statement of management intent, the second is the organisation of health and safety and the last is the implementation. The law quoted ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

SEXUAL HARASSMENT IN THE WORKPLACE »

Number of pages 15

This 15 page paper discusses the issue of sexual harssment in the workplace, the laws, the litigation, study cases, examples, quotes, predictions, and a comparison of the United States laws to those in France. Bibliography lists 6 sources. View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Boy Scouts v. The Government/ACLU, etc. »

Number of pages 17

A 17 page research paper that examines the litigation that is ongoing between the ACLU and the Boy Scouts of America (BSA). The ACLU is continuously suing the BSA due to the fact that its policies discriminate against atheists and homosexuals. The writer offers a synopsis of relevant case law, discusses the parameters of current ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Is The Imposition Of Strict Liability Ever Justifiable In Criminal Law? »

Number of pages 9

This 9 page paper consider if there is ever a justification to impose strict liability under criminal law. The paper looks at the concepts and application of actus reus and mens rea and how strict liability fits in with these concepts and argues that the idea of strict liability may be in the public ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Healthcare Law and The State »

Number of pages 19

This 19 page paper examines healthcare law in the UK and agues that the real agenda is the efficient management and control of populations by and for the State. The paper looks at this by considering issues of confidentiality, mental health law and access to the internal market and the potential of Article (formerly article ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Migrant Injustices in Australia's Criminal Justice System »

Number of pages 15

A 15 page discussion of the problems migrants encounter in Australia. In theory the rule of law in Australia entitles all persons, regardless of their sex, race, or socioeconomic status, are entitled to fair legal process. In reality, the rule of law is inadequate in overcoming societal prejudice and the difficulties encountered in ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Media Critique/Racial Profiling »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page research paper that critiques print media coverage concerning the issue of racial profiling. This is a highly controversial topic since proponents of racial profiling argue that it constitutes a tactic helpful to law enforcement agencies and is specifically needed in the war on terrorism. On the other hand, it is a tactic ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Adverse Possession and Land Theft »

Number of pages 11

This 11 page paper discusses the following statement. "Title by adverse possession serves a useful purpose when it protects innocent encroachment by one neighbour on another's land; it also rewards land stealing. A known squatter may find it easier to prove his claim than an innocent intruder". The paper is written with reference to English ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Criminal Liability and the Failure to Act »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page UK law paper critically examines the situations in which a person can be liable in criminal law for an omission to act. The paper looks at different types of omission, where a duty to act is express or may be implied and the way the courts deal with omission to act ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Amazon.com and Internet Jurisdiction »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page paper discussing Amazon.com's international operations and legal problems that the company potentially could become entangled with as Internet law continues to change. Amazon operates 9 sites (US, UK, China, etc.) and likely is bound by the laws of the country in which those sites are located. Jurisdiction changes have been ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Retroactive Child Support Payments: Canadian Supreme Court »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper discusses recent decisions by the Canadian Supreme Court in the case "D.B.S. v. S.R.G.; L.J.W. v. T.A.R.; Henry v. Henry; Hiemstra v. Hiemstra, 2006 SCC 37," which refined the law with regard to retroactive child support payments. It also briefly discusses what changes in the law might mean for Canadian women. ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Workers' Compensation Law: Georgia »

Number of pages 4

A 4 page review of workers' compensation. This paper comments specifically on laws in Georgia, delineating the advantages these laws provide to both employees and employers. Bibliography lists 4 sources. View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Women and the Australian Legal System: A 13 page paper in 2 parts »

Number of pages 13

The first (9 pages) discusses the number of and restrictions against women in law in Australia, where women lawyers earn less than their male counterparts and are much less likely to become firm partners than men, even though 59 percent of Australia's current law graduates are women. The remainder of the paper discusses the ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

Arming Airline Pilots »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page research paper/essay that reports on the national debate of a few years ago concerning whether or not airline pilots should be armed (in light of the events of 9/11). The writer discusses the debate, giving reasons both pro and con and reports on the passage of a law allowing pilots to carry ... View Full Description
[ Send Me The Paper ]

12345678910[ ... ]