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The History of Common Law in England (301 words, 1 pages)

Common law developed as a result of custom and judicial decisions, as distinct from the law laid down by legislative assemblies. The system of laws originated and developed in England, based on court decisions, on the doctrines implicit in those decisions, and on customs and usages, rather than on codified ... Read More

Eisentrager; Law for Immigrants and Aliens (1250 words, 2 pages)

With our ongoing "war on terrorism," Americans have become ridiculously paranoid to terrorist attack. We go to extreme measures to keep ourselves safe, even if it means that we are giving up some of our Constitutional rights. We have even gone to such actions as the declaration of war on ... Read More

The Law of the Few (876 words, 2 pages)

The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell A tipping point is anything that effects something in such a way that drastic changes take place. In The Tipping Point, Malcolm Gladwell gives us insight as to how we could possibly create a tipping point or epidemic in our own lives. If we ... Read More

An Essay on Iron Laws of Economics (3290 words, 4 pages)

On "Iron Laws" of Economics. ABSTRACT 1. A strong interest shown by modern society to the sphere of economic attitudes, and connected to it the growing authority of the economists. - 2. Perception about the "iron" laws of economics as highest criteria of economic activity and life in general (economic ... Read More

An Essay on the Brady Law (711 words, 2 pages)

Brady Law The Brady Law, also known as the Gun Violence Prevention Act of 1994, was set up to try and establish a set of national standards to promote the safe use of firearms and to reduce gun violence (GVPA, 1994). Included in this are handgun licensing and registration, a ... Read More

An Analysis of the Natural Law (2318 words, 3 pages)

First off, Natural Law is demonstrated in the Natural Law Matrix. (This is at the end of this essay.) But Natural Law is basically a system to make sure that the law is king instead of the king being the law. It starts out with God, whom is the creator ... Read More

The Importance of Promissory Estoppel in Law (2522 words, 5 pages)

Literature review Pinnel's Case was criticized of its unfairness judgment because Pinnel could go back on his promise that he had made to Cole. There were 4 main criticisms responded to this rule which were stated by Hickling. The first criticism is that "The Rule Of Pinnel's Case" is a ... Read More

A List of the Laws in Physics (438 words, 2 pages)

Laws Newtons first law of motion an object will continue in a state of rest or uniform motion in a straight line unless an eternal force acts upon it. Newtons second law of motion the rate of change of momentum of an object is directly proportional to the force acting, ... Read More

Social Contract Theory and Legalization of Marijuana (1319 words, 2 pages)

One day you are sitting at your house with a couple of buddies just hanging out. One of your friends breaks out a little nicky jay. Do you take a hit? If you do, you are breaking the law, but should smoking marijuana be a criminal act if you do ... Read More

Napster: Infringement on Copyright Laws (1119 words, 4 pages)

Napster is the world's leading file sharing community. The Napster software (httpwww.napster.com), launched early in 1999, allows internet users to share and download MP3 files directly from any computer connected to the Napster network. The software is used by downloading a client program from the Napster site and then connecting ... Read More

The Past and Future of Law (1714 words, 4 pages)

Section I 1.History Even in prehistoric time there were laws. They were passed down to generations by mouth. If someone murdered another person, it weakened the group. The murderer would either be killed, kicked out of the group, or have to take care of the family of the person they ... Read More

An Analysis of the American Drug Laws (727 words, 2 pages)

American Drug Laws Do They Help or Hurt? I believe the drug laws are in serious need of reform. We tend to forget that alcohol is a drug and that at one time it was prohibited without success. Also, I believe that a civil body of government rather than a ... Read More

An Interest to Explore New Opportunities in the Pursuit of a Career in Law at Your Law School (980 words, 3 pages)

While standing in the tense silence, I waited for my cue to amble across the stage. Full of excitement, yet nervous, I knew this could be the break-out performance of my acting career. Gazing into the audience and squinting under the colorful stage lighting, I began to deliver my lines, ... Read More

Racial Profiling in Law Enforcement (726 words, 2 pages)

In the book "The New Jim Crow" By Michelle Alexander says that African Americans are being targeted by police enforcement. When they are finally released from jailprison they are looked down on by society and are not able to vote or get a good paying job that would help them ... Read More

Researching Law Cases (456 words, 2 pages)

The relevance and the admissibility of evidence that are used as a part of defense in court cases is often controversial. Joan E. Bertin and Mary S. Henifin presents the "Daubert Standard" proposed by the Supreme Court, which lets the trial court judges act as "gatekeepers" for scientific evidence by ... Read More

Social Theories in Film (1081 words, 4 pages)

1 In my opinion, the New York City Police Department's stop-and-friskpolicy is valid only when the program is employed in a manner that doesnot discriminate against Blacks and Hispanics. The ruling of SupremeCourt also requires the police department to confirm that stop-and-friskdoes not selectively target minorities. This program must be ... Read More

The Law of Business (667 words, 3 pages)

Court's Decisions and ReasonsThe concept of civil wrong identified in tort law was breached in thefamous Canadian court case, Montres Rolex S.A. v. Balshin et al. Theintentional tort of the passing off offence, was breached by the ownerof Rollex (imitation Rolex company) on the basis of infringing thetrademark of the ... Read More

The Social Theory of Dramaturgical Analysis (1582 words, 5 pages)

Dramaturgical analysis is a term used by sociologist to describe the human interactions of everyday life. Sociologist and writer Erving Goffman is seen as an influence to the development of the term dramaturgical analysis since he came up with the idea and terms used to describe social interaction like that ... Read More

The Law of Business (2188 words, 5 pages)

The legal issues that arise in this case before the Appellate court arediscussed along with the facts as follows1. Andy and Brad who owned the three related companies came into acontroversy for supposed use of corporate assets by Andy for his ownpersonal benefit.The duty of loyalty of the officers of ... Read More

The Distribution of Roles: Man’s Law vs. Gods’ Laws (1448 words, 5 pages)

Antigone is a tragedy by Sophocles which portrays a conflict between mans law and the laws of the gods. The play begins with Antigone and her sister, Ismene, finding out that their brothers, Eteokles and Polyneices, have killed each other in a battle. Antigone tells Ismene that Kreon, the king ... Read More

English-only Laws (1126 words, 4 pages)

People may view the language of the United States in different ways. Many people think that is does not really affect them. What they do not think about is how hard it is to speak with people who do not speak English, or how many immigration problems language causes. Often ... Read More

Theories of History (4373 words, 9 pages)

If one were to imagine a contemporary Gregorian calendar, with a listing of the months, weeks, and days that entify the current year in boxes, numbers, and some sort of thematic aesthetic, one is envisioning its material presence, the chronological calendar as a physical entity. But if one could venture ... Read More

Conflict Theory and Activity Theory of the Aged (563 words, 2 pages)

Since the world has been becoming modernized, the role of the aged hasbeen diminishing in society. Hence, the topic being addressed is on twoimportant theories of the aged Conflict theory and Activity theory.Conflict theory emphasis on inequality and discrimination of subordinategroup that have little power (page 340). Just like women ... Read More

The Effects of Social Identity Theory on the Behaviors of Humans (4110 words, 14 pages)

This investigation is the comparison of the effects of the social identity theory on the behaviors of humans in individualist and collectivist cultures. Social psychologist Geert Hofstede theorized that the relationships between individualist and collectivist cultures compose of a dimension of culture. The behaviors of humans in individualist and collectivist ... Read More

The Marxist Class Theory Has Been Dismantled through the Increasing Attention to Social Justice, Human Rights, and the Emergent Social Mobility of Working Classes (4387 words, 11 pages)

The unprecedented nature of the global age, largely defined through theincreasing and dynamic mobility of people, goods, services, ideas, andinformation, has rendered a wide spectrum of theoretical frameworksobsolete. Marxist theory remains, however, substantially supported byvarious economists and sociologists despite its age, with scholarlydiscourse highlighting that socialism remains a sustainable objective(Wallis ... Read More

A Stride Closer to Law Enforcement (1166 words, 4 pages)

Dear Mr. Freire,Since eleventh grade of high school, I have wanted to become a policeofficer. This career choice in law enforcement requires an engagementwith other police officers and citizensvictims. My dialogue with otherpeople will need to be strong as a police officer but I will need tolearn new methods of ... Read More

The Effects of the Canadian Spanking Law (787 words, 2 pages)

Whether to spank or not to spank a child is a controversial topic in western countries. In the Spanking Law section 43 of the Criminal Code says controversial, in that it expressively offers parents and teachers defense when they use reasonable force to discipline a child. The Canadian charter gives ... Read More

United States Election Laws (1077 words, 4 pages)

One of the most important election have occurred and as a citizen in the United States, we are excited to be able to participate in the election as a registered voter. As a voter with the five fundamental freedoms, we have the freedom of speech, association, assembly, religion and movement. ... Read More

Discriminatory Laws Against Hispanics (1664 words, 6 pages)

Most of the people in the Latino community have experienced some type of racial discrimination. They are all put into stereotypes that are not necessarily true. This is all racial profiling. This can come with different consequences. There is a difference when someone discriminates against you just because they are ... Read More

The Consequences of Breaking Laws (398 words, 1 pages)

The librarian will give out the information to the police officer because she is permitted to by the law, however if it was illegal she should not give out the persons personal information because she would have to face the conscious and take responsibility if the person does not turn ... Read More

Published: Friday 25th of January 2013