Lucky Luciano, A Business-Approach to Crime
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A 10 page research paper, which also includes a short abstract, that details the life and criminal career of Charles "Lucky" Luciano, a criminal genius who succeeded in reshaping the Mafia in the US from a "clan-based, haphazard crime organization" into a something more closely resembling a streamlined "corporation" (Rigby, 1999, p. 108). This examination of Luciano's life and career in crime focuses, first of all, on his background, but then recounts his rise to power and his influence over crime in America in the first half of the twentieth century. If there ever was an American criminal success story, it is Luciano's. He was "Horatio Alger with a gun" (Buchanan, 1998, p. 130). Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: khllbusi.rtf

Lujan v. Defenders of Wildlife
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A 5 page paper which discusses the ethical court case of Lujan v. Defenders of Wildlife. The case is examined in terms of the controversy, the litigants, the court's decision, and the reasoning behind the decision. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAlujan.wps

Mabo and Others V. Queensland (No. 2) [1992] HCA 23
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This 5 page paper gives an outline of the Australian landmark case of Mabo and Others V. Queensland (No. 2), which concerned issues of native title and terra nullius. The writer outlines which the facts of the case, the arguments, the decision and the implications following the case. The bibliography cites 5 sources.
Filename: TEmabo01.rtf

MacDonald Murder Case
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A 3 page research paper that summarizes and discusses the one of the most compelling and gruesome murder cases of the 1970s, which was the murder of the family of Dr. Jeffrey MacDonald. The writer briefly summarizes the case against MacDonald and then discusses new evidence. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khmacmc.rtf

Madison's Federalist Papers
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A 6 page paper which discusses how the major ideas of the Federalist Papers #10 and #51 influenced and shaped the guiding philosophy and institutional structures of the constitution of the United States. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Fpapers.wps

Making a Codicil to an Existing Will
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A 5 page discussion of the definition and function of a codicil. The author points out that many things may change regarding our property or our wishes in even just a short period of time. Fortunately, it is not necessary to go to the full expense and effort of preparing a new will with each of these changes. Often, in fact, the completion of a codicil is sufficient to cover the changes which we wish to incorporate in our will. Several examples of codicils are provided. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PPwillCd.rtf

Making Handguns Illegal in America
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A 6 page paper which argues to an audience of a local senator why handguns should be completely illegal, supported by facts, statistics, and tabular data. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: TGhangun.rtf

Making Laws
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5 pages in length. From the very first law enacted in the United States - Rhode Island's illegalization of slavery in 1652 - to the twenty-first century's quest to eradicate political terrorism, lawmaking has undergone tremendous change that has afforded significantly greater accountability and equity where all groups and individuals are concerned. The passing of myriad laws over the decades has served to align these changes with the quest to establish and maintain a civilized American society. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: TLCMakeLaw.rtf

MALPRACTICE AND CONNECTICUT
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This 5-page paper, using Werth's "Damages" book as a jumping-off point, studies the tort system as it pertains to medical malpractice and other litigation. The questions answered include what it would take to try to reduce the liability of the system. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: MTmalcon.rtf

MALPRACTICE AND IMPACT ON MEDICAL PRACTICE
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This 14-page paper focuses on the topic of malpractice costs, insurance, and its impact on physicians and patients. The paper discusses two issues: first, if there is a malpractice crisis and second, if tort reform will fix it. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: MTmalpra.rtf

MANAGING PRODUCT SAFETY AND THE FORD PINTO
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This 5 page paper outlines the details of the Ford Pinto case involving the unsafe design of the fuel tank and the litigation that followed. Discussion of legislation that resulted from this investigation, as well as the development of new agencies and governmental departments. Both sides of the arguement are offered (consumer versus corporation). Quotes and examples given. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: MBpinto.rtf

Marbury v. Madison
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A 5 page research paper on this Supreme Court case. The writer details the history surrounding it, the decision itself, and its historic significance. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Marbury.wps

Marbury v. Madison of 1803
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This 3 page report discusses the historic Supreme Court case of the early 19th century (1803) which has, for the past two centuries, served as a definitive component of American law. Marbury versus Madison was the case that decided that it was possible, appropriate, even necessary for the Supreme Court to have the ability to declare a particular law as being unconstitutional. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: BWmarbur.rtf

Marijuana Law in the EU & US
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A 10 page research paper that contrasts and compares marijuana laws in the EU to those in the US for the purposes of discerning the effects of decriminalization of this drug. The writer discusses the myths v. the fact of marijuana use; effects of decriminalization where it has occurred and the resistance of the US government to decriminalization, which is exemplified by its objections to medical marijuana use. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: khlawpot.rtf

MARINE INSURANCE CONTRACTS, SLIPS AND LLOYD'S OF LONDON
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This 12-page paper discusses marine insurance policies and contracts. Also in this paper is an overview of Lloyd's of London, it's slip process, and the role the slip plays in the insurance contracts and policies. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: MTmarislip.rtf

Marine Pollution and the Law; The Problem of Operational Discharges
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This 34 page paper considers the way in which international law seeks to control oil pollution. The writer considers the background of the situation, such as the current condition of the shipping industry with the different pressures that have been placed upon it, such as the economic pressures. With this background the development of marine law relating to pollution is considered, looking specifically at the development of that are aimed at reducing and controlling operations discharges form sea going vessels. This includes considerations of the various international conventions including United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, 1982. The bibliography cites 20 sources.
Filename: TEseapol.rtf

Marketing the UK Police
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An 8 page research paper that explores the topic of marketing and the British police force. Drawing on the work of Mawby and Worthington (2002), the writer argue that marketing is an essential element in building a positive public image for the police. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: khukcops.rtf

Marriage Laws Thailand & U.S.
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A 2.5 page paper that provides a brief introduction to each country, then discusses their marriage laws. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PGthai.rtf

Martha Stewart And The SEC
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This 5 page paper begins with a brief outline of Martha Stewart's background and how she came to form her company, Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia Inc. Her entrance to 'gracious living' began in 1972 with a catering business. It was the publication of her first book in 1982 that launched her into the public spotlight and her business kept expanding and escalating from that point. Stewart has now been accused of insider trading with the sale of her ImClone stock. The case is discussed. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PGmso2.rtf

Martha Stewart's Trial and Conviction
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A 26 page paper discussing the facts, charges, court proceedings and appeal activities connected with Martha Stewart's trial and conviction. The paper is written for interest with a criminal law procedure focus. Bibliography lists 32 sources.
Filename: KScrimLawProc7.rtf

Mary Carpenter v Secretary of State for the Home Department (Case C-60/00)
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This 4 page paper is an outline of the case of Mary Carpenter v Secretary of State for the Home Department (Case C-60/00). The writer outlines the facts and then looks at the decision made by the European Court. The bibliography cites 3 sources.
Filename: TEcarptr.rtf

Maryland v. Bradford
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This 4 page paper provides the background and key events in the case known as MARYLAND STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION, ET AL. v. KEITH A. BRADFORD, ET AL. This case is about school finance. Lawsuits were brought against the state for inadequate school funding and specifically about the state funding for the public schools in the city of Baltimore. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PGmdbrd.rtf

Massachusetts Law for Charitable Trusts
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This 7 page paper briefly describes the procedure necessary for setting up a charitable trust in Massachusetts, which is done through the Secretary of State. It describes the Secretary's involvement in the process, and the enforcement procedures, which are the function of the Attorney General. It also discusses laws in California and Washington with regard to the formation and regulation of similar trusts. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: HVCharTr.rtf

Max Weber's Theory of Political Domination, Bureaucracy and Legal Legitimacy and Its’ Implications for Modern Democratic Societies
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This 25 page paper looks at how Max Weber’s theories regarding bureaucracy, political domination and legal legitimacy and what these may indicate for modern democracy. The paper begins by describing Weber’s relevant theories and explaining what these mean. The theories are then tested against historical development and examined for flaws before the findings are used to determine how they may apply to modern capitalist democracies, such as the potential requirement for written constitution and the need for continuing development of challenges to the existing bureaucracy through different legal tools. The bibliography cites 17 sources.
Filename: TEweberdem.rtf

McCollum: chain of negligence and liability
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A paper which considers the McCollum case, in which it was asserted that a record company should be held liable for the suicide of a mentally disturbed listener who was influenced by Ozzy Osbourne's music. The paper compares this case to the judgment in Weirum, and looks at aspects of liability and the chain of negligence. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: JLozzy.rtf

McKinnon v. Secretary, Department of Treasury (2006) 229 ALR 187
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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.
Filename: TEMcKinnon.rtf

MEDIA AND THE COURTROOM – A LASTING BIAS
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This 4-page paper discusses the biases and misinformation inherent when it comes to cameras in the courtroom. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: MTmedicour.rtf

Media Influence on High Profile Cases
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This 12 page paper takes a look at the media attention given to high profile cases. The effects of CourtTV and cameras in the courtroom are discussed. The O.J. Simpson and Fred Neulander cases are used as examples. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: SA315OJ.rtf

Mediation and Diverse Populations
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This 15 page report discusses the concepts associated with mediation processes and discusses the ways in which cultural, social, and personal biases can have a significant impact on the successfulness of the outcomes reached through mediation. Mediation has become an effective and beneficial means of dispute settlement in a number of circumstances. The mediator creates a safe and encouraging environment for deliberation, fostering new ideas, shuttling settlement options back and forth and focusing attention on feasible solutions. The process is not only cheaper than litigation but more geared to fixing what is broken. The most important thing to understand is the fact that in the vast majority of situations the potential drawbacks of mediation are few while the benefits are many. However, cultural considerations must be seen as extremely important in the overall establishment of a successful mediation program. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: BWmdiate.wps

Mediation in family law cases
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A paper which considers the ways in which mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution might be more appropriate in family law cases than litigation, and looks at the relative advantages and disadvantages of both processes. Bibliography lists 4 sources
Filename: JLfamlaw.rtf

MEDIATION, ARBITRATION AND THE USE OF THE STRATEGIES
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Thbis 4-page paper questions if mediation and arbitration share a synergy and if both can be used to help resolve problems and challenges. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: MTmedarb.rtf

Medical Case Study
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This 7 page advises a patient according to English law. The fictitious case concerns Mrs Jarvis a 44 year old woman has gone into hospital to have a hysterectomy due to endometriosis. She has agreed to the operation after being told she is infertile. During the operation the surgeon finds she is pregnant, but continues with the operation anyway due to her age and condition. The paper looks at issues of informed consent and the way in which the actions of the doctor or surgeon may be interpreted. The bibliography cites 9 sources.
Filename: TEtreatcon.rtf

Medical Futility
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A 20 page argument against the concept of medical futility and medical paternalism. The writer posits that as a concept, the idea of medical futility has no practical meaning in light of legal, social and moral values held by western society. The writer supports this argument with case law and legal and medical commentary. Bibliography lists 20 sources.
Filename: Medfutil.wps

Medical Law/5 Questions
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A 20 page research paper that answers 5 questions pertaining to medical ethics and medical law. Topics covered include ERISA tort cases; handling of ethical situations, such as a patient choosing to forego life-saving procedures; and malpractice cases. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: khmedlaw.rtf

Medical Malpractice or Negligence; A Comparison between the UK Sweden Germany and Maryland
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This 4 page paper compares the medical malpractice cases and regulation in three European countries and the US state of Maryland, looking at the similarities of the use of tort law and identifying the differences in approach. The bibliography cites 10 sources.
Filename: TEmedukswe.rtf

Medical Malpractice Statute Of Limitation
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A 3 page paper that discusses the medical malpractice statute of limitations laws in Connecticut and Florida. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PGmdmpl.rtf

Medical Malpractice: Criminal Not Civil
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A 5 page paper which examines how and why medical malpractice should be treated as a criminal issue, not a civil one. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: RAmalpra.rtf

Medical Negligence
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This well written 10 page paper considers if the following quote is true question is true “In England, recent legal decisions involving allegations of medical negligence show a worrying shift in judicial thinking. This has moved away from respecting professional autonomy towards a greater deference for so-called patients rights”. The paper discusses this with reference to many cases, including, but not limited to, Bolam v Friern HMC [1957] and Bolitho v Hackney HA [1997]. The bibliography cites 6 sources.
Filename: TEmedneg.rtf

Medical Negligence and Patient Choice
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This well written 10 page paper considers if the following quote is true question is true “In England, recent legal decisions involving allegations of medical negligence show a worrying shift in judicial thinking. This has moved away from respecting professional autonomy towards a greater deference for so-called patients rights”. The paper discusses this with reference to many cases, including, but not limited to, Bolam v Friern HMC [1957] and Bolitho v Hackney HA [1997]. The paper then considers how patient are required to consent to treatment and the way this is impacting on treatment given and information revealed. The bibliography cites 6 sources.
Filename: TEmedneg.rtf

Medical Negligence in the United Kingdom
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This 5 page paper provides an overview on how negligence is viewed in the UK. Several cases are referenced. The Bolam rule is discussed. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: SA152UK.rtf