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Papers On Law & Legal Systems
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America’s Founding Fathers, the First Amendment of the Constitution, and the ‘Separation of Church and State’
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In three pages this paper examines the first amendment of the U.S. Constitution in terms of its reference to religion, considers the marginalization of religion from public and civic spheres, assesses whether or not the notion of a separation of church and state is at odds with the vision of America’s founding fathers, and discusses if present conditions demand such a separation. Four sources are listed in the bibliography.
Filename: TGfirstam.rtf
American Canoe Association v. Murphy Farms
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A 5 page paper discussing points of American Canoe Association v. Murphy Farms, No. 02-1501, 326 F.3d 505; 2003 U.S. App. LEXIS 7158; 56 ERC (BNA) 1545; 33 ELR 20175, 4thCir, (2003) as they relate to the Clean Water Act and to commercial swine production. The American Canoe Association, Professional Paddlesports Association and Conservation Council of North Carolina brought suit against Murphy Farms and D.M. Farms of Rose Hill, both commercial pork producers in North Carolina. Plaintiffs' complaint was that the hog farms had polluted surrounding bodies of water in violation of the Clean Water Act. The courts have agreed with plaintiffs on several points. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: KSlawMurFarm.rtf
American Immigration Policy and Cuban Refugees
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This 8 page paper examines Cuban immigration in the United States, with a focus on the Elian Gonzalez case. Pertinent information about the case is provided and discussed in light of U.S. immigration policy. Statistics are provided. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
Filename: SA014Eli.rtf
American Jobs Creation Act of 2004
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This 5 page paper discusses various aspects of the American Jobs Creation Act of 2004. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: HVJobCrt.rtf
American Justice and the Inadequacy of the Public Defense System
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This 7 page report discusses the fact that most Americans take a
great deal of pride in the fact that the system of justice in the
United States is the most balanced and even-handed of any
judicial system in the world. However, the past several decades,
if not longer, have demonstrated that it is actually the accused
with the most money who has the greatest advantage in the
judicial system of the United States. Bibliography lists 7
sources.
Filename: BWjud.wps
American Legal System/Evaluation
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A 5 page research paper that defends two aspects of the American legal systems, lawyers and judges, as providing value to the system in their current form. To substantiate this argument, the writer cites a case made famous by the movie "A Civil Action," Brown vs. Board of Education, and other examples. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: khamle.rtf
American Slaves and Russian Serfs / Comparison and Contrast
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In 9 pages, the author compares and contrasts American slaves and Russian serfs. In comparing American slaves and Russian serfs, one must realize the dramatic differences between the two. Yes, both were slaves, but American slaves had no rights. Russian serfs actually were able to submit lawsuits in order to seek emancipation. This type of action was not within the realm of American slaves. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PCasrs.doc
American Soldiers in Korea; Crime
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This 5 page paper considers the different types of crimes committed by American soldiers whilst in Korea. These range from war crimes committed in the 1950's to murder in 1999. Details and discussion are given in the cases cited. The bibliography cites 5 sources.
Filename: TEkorsol.wps
Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990: President Bush's Influence
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5 pages in length. The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) was a monumental implementation in the history of fairness and equality. According to President Bush, who was the instrumental party in getting the act passed, it is up to the people to reach out to those Americans disabled by ignorance or handicapped by prejudice and teach them a better way. And so went Bush's fight to provide protection for those who are physically- or mentally-challenged with regard to the battle against prejudice. While the ADA appeared to be a positive move in the right direction, not everyone was overwhelmed by its ultimate implications. The writer discusses support and opposition in relation to the ADA. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TLC_ADA.wps
An Analysis of the Marcus Dixon Case
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This 3 page paper examines the Rome, Georgia case involving consensual sex between an eighteen year old and a minor. Some charge that race was an issue. Either way, the consensus is that the ten year sentence was much too harsh. Various opinions are discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA411MD.rtf
An Appeal to the Utah Court of Appeals: Antibigamy Laws
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A 10 page appellate brief. Loosely formatted in accordance with Utah's requirements for
appellate briefs, this paper argues the Constitutionality of Utah's antibigamy laws from the perspective of the First and the Fourteenth
Amendments. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PPlwBgmy.rtf
An Argument Against Gun Control
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A 7 page paper. Topics included: the Second Amendment and court cases; data from Switzerland where guns are prevalent; myths of concealed weapon permits; John Lott's arguments; two attempts in Missouri to pass concealed gun permit initiatives. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: PGnogncnt.rtf
An Argument for Self Directed Euthanasia
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A 5 page contention that assisted dying should be legal option for the terminally ill. The specifics of that option, however, should somehow be related to the person's ability to make a cognizant decision to terminate their own life. This decision
should be made either prior to the point where they are no longer capable of functioning logically (such as in the case of an advanced directive)
or at the point when they are actively seeking euthanasia as a result of their perception that they have a intolerable quality of life and are
enduring pain and suffering that the medical profession cannot alleviate. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPeutha7.rtf
An Australian Overview of Tort
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This 5 page paper is an overview on Tort, the writer explains what tort is, and the three types of tort. The writer then looks at how Australian tort law is starting to differ from the form Anglo-Australian tort law. The bibliography cites 5 sources.
Filename: TEtortau.wps
An Evaluation of EEOC v. Steamship Clerks Union
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This 5 page tutorial takes a look at this case. Information about the case is relayed and alternatives for the union are recommended. This Supreme Court case involves disparate impact. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA445SCU.rtf
An Evaluation of the Salt Lake City Olympics Scandal
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This 5 page paper evaluates the scandal in light of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. Proposed changes to the act are duly noted. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA 111SLC.wps
AN EXAMINATION OF BANKRUPTCY ISSUES
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This 3-page paper explains two questions about bankruptcy, one dealing with an involuntary bankrtupcy petition and the other with a Chapter 11 filing. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: MTbankexam.rtf
An Examination of the Proposed Victims’ Rights Amendment to the U.S. Constitution
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A 3 page paper which compares and contrasts the merits of this proposed constitutional amendment. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: TGvicright.rtf
An Example Brief and Appellate Decision
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This 11 page paper provides an overview of a brief and an appellate decision in two different cases. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: MHAppellOp.rtf
An Experiment in Prejudice
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This 8 page paper uses a hypothetical experiment provided by a student concerning jury selection. A verdict for a white man is rendered not guilty, but in an identical case, a guilty verdict is presented for a Hispanic. The jury is all white. Reasons for the verdict are discussed. No bibliography.
Filename: SA015Prj.wps
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An Experiment in Prejudice
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This 8 page paper uses a hypothetical experiment provided by a student concerning jury selection. A verdict for a white man is rendered not guilty, but in an identical case, a guilty verdict is presented for a Hispanic. The jury is all white. Reasons for the verdict are discussed. No bibliography.
Filename: SA015Prj.wps
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AN ISSUE OF PRIVACY
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This 5 page paper discusses the issue of privacy in light of the september 11 attacks. Arguments are presented which support the use of increased surviellance in day to day life, with constitutional provisions in place to safeguard certain rights. Quotes given from FBI and members of congress. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: MBprivate.rtf
An Opinion on Health Care Fraud
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A 4 page opinion on the legal interpretation and penalties for health care fraud. Reviewing the specifics of United States v. Sidhu, the author examines the concept of conspiracy and compares this type of crime to organized crime. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPhltFrd.rtf
An Outline for an Appeal to the House of Lords
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This 6 page paper looks at the way in which a case that has failed at the court of appeal may be argued for consideration by the House of Lords. The case considered is that of Chapman & Another v CPS Computer Group PLC (1987) which concerns the breach of an employment contract and a share option agreement on the transfer of the company and employment contract to a third party. The paper argues for the defendant (the employers) by way of frustration, a concept which was not argued ion the original case. The bibliography cites 10 sources.
Filename: TEappeal.wps
AN OVERVIEW OF COURTS: PHOENIX, ARIZONA
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This 4-page paper describes the court systems (state and federal) for someone living in Phoenix, AZ. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: MTcourtsaz.rtf
An Overview of the EEOC
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Many laws are discussed and a case study regarding a Victoria's Secret store is presented. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA246EEO.rtf
An Overview of the Judiciary
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This 3 page paper provides a simple overview of the judiciary. Supreme Court judges are listed by name and year of appointment. The system of checks and balances is touched on. The relationship between federal and state branches is discussed.
Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: SA530Sup.rtf
An Overview of the Sixth Amendment
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This 3 page paper provides an overview of the sixth amendment and how it applies to criminal law. Each protection is discussed.
Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: SA7096.rtf
An Overview of the USA Patriot Act and Crime Reporting Techniques
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An 8 page paper which examines the Patriot Act and considers its ramifications for constitutional law, then discusses the strengths and weaknesses of such crime reporting techniques as UCR, NCVS, NBRS, and self-report studies. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: TGpatact.rtf
Analysis of New Jersey v. T.L.O. (Education Law)
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This 3 page paper evaluates the case. The facts of the case are provided. The fourth amendment is defined and applied to the case. Arguments for either side are included as well. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA315TLO.rtf
Analysis of the Hill/Thomas Hearings
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This 5 page paper provides an analysis of the hearings which took place in 1991 regarding allegations of sexual harassment by Clarence Thomas. An evaluation of linguistic techniques and rhetoric used by both Thomas and Anita Hill are included. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: SA25Hill.wps
Analysis of Two Cases in Education Law
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This 10 page paper provides two legal briefs (Board of Education of the Hendrick Hudson Central School District v. Rowley; Felter v. Cape Girardeau School District). The cases are compared and contrasted. No bibliography.
Filename: SA304law.rtf
Analyzing Three Cases According To Michael A. Berch's "Introduction To Legal Method And Process
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7 pages in length. The writer discusses Rush v. Maple Heights, Hess v. Pawloski and Mitchell v. Rochester Railway Co. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TLCBerch.rtf
ANATOMY OF A CONTRACT
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This 3-page paper focuses on contract law as it pertains to advertising. The case highlighted is Leonard v PepsiCo Inc. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: MTcontanat.rft
Anatomy of the Law
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A 9 page paper that discusses the book 'Anatomy of the Law' by Lon L. Fuller. Fuller was perhaps, one of the greatest legal minds of our time. He insisted that many people stand back and truly examine the law profession from angles that had previously been ignored. Such issues involve the complex nature of contracts and contract law, as well as issues of morals as they relate to previously held beliefs involving positivism, which stated that law and morals were not to be combined. Fuller's book is a greatly detailed book which discusses many of the realities that this country faces in relationship to law. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAfuller.wps
ANDERSON VS. GRACE: AN ANALYSIS
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This 4-page paper focuses on several aspects pertaining to Anderson et al vs. Grace et al, the trial dealing with toxic groundwater in Woburn, Mass. during the 1980s. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: MTandgra.rtf
Animal Rights/Legal Issues
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A 5 page research paper that examines legal issues pertaining to testing and experimentation on animals. The writer explores the legal victories won by animal rights activists in recent years. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khanilaw.rtf
Anita Hill / The Challenge, The Denial, & The Impact
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A 10 page examination of the 1991 congressional hearing regarding Anita Hill's allegations of sexual harassment against then nominee for the Supreme Court Clarence Thomas, the public perceptionof the case, and the overall impact. Biblioography lists six sources.
Filename: Anitahil.wps
Annotated Bibliography for Paper on Affirmative Action
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This 4 page paper is an annotated bibliography listing 8 sources of material for affirmative action.
Filename: HVBiblAA.rtf
Another Look at “Miranda v. Arizona”
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This 3 page paper re-examines the landmark decision “Miranda v. Arizona,” and any challenges or changes to it since the original ruling in 1966. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: HVmrndaz.rtf