Law papers

This paper examines the issue of hate crimes, acts of violence directed against people because of their racial, religious, ethnic, gender or sexual identity.

This paper presents two opposing points of view about America's entry into WWI. One, by President Woodrow Wilson, was heralded and the other, by labor agitator Eugene Debs, who was imprisoned because of the speech.

An objective look at the impact of anti-sodomy laws on the general population as well as the gay, lesbian and bisexual communities in America.

A comprehensive look at the use of electronic signatures and other forms of identity authentication in an attempt to protect business over the internet.

Discusses Paulo Freire's educational work, "Pedagogy of the Oppressed" in relation to American education.

This paper argues that the Supreme Court's interpretation of the Fourteenth Amendment in "Plessy vs. Ferguson" hurt the fight for social equality in the United States.

Discusses the meaning of the "right to be left alone" having significant meaning for the average person, given legal and political developments since September 11.

An essay that reviews the benefits of Canadian decriminalization and/or legalization of marijuana.

Examines the laws instituted in the United States to combat terrorism after the Oklahoma City bombing.

Examines how the Equal Employment Opportunity Act empowers single African-American women.

Examines how the producers of "Viagra" are attempting to protect their patent on the drug.

This paper discusses that the real heroes of the civil rights movement were the children and that desegregation in the schools is in danger of being overturned.

Examines the concept of the economic analysis of law, beginning with the writings of economist Jeremy Bentham.

Discusses the implementation of policies allowing for the seizure of private cars belonging to drunk drivers in three New York State counties.

Discusses the book, "A Civil Action" by Jonathan Harr which recounts the court case where a chemical and food company were charged with causing cancer in children.

A biography of Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor.

Examines the 1995 case of "Rover vs. Evans" which banned discrimination based on sexual orientation.

This paper discusses the disputes surrounding governmental regulation of firearms due to accidental deaths.

This paper presents many arguments that women should not be admitted as members to the Augusta National Golf Course.

This paper discusses the evolution and impact of the Nurse Training Act of 1964.

A summary of the book "A Civil Action" by Jonathan Harr.

This paper examines the Classical School which emphasizes the individual criminal as a person who can rationalize his or her desires.

An examination of a case involving a charge of child molestation.

An overview of this branch of law which governs businesses and commerce.

Looking at the history of this legal institution.

Examines the gulf that exists between the "law on the books" and the "law in action" in the American legal system.

An examination of the book "The Right to Privacy" by Ellen Alderman and Caroline Kennedy about privacy claims and the court system.

Examines the groundbreaking constitutional act from the perspective of political theorist, C. Wright Mills.

Argues against the government's right to force a woman to carry an unwanted child.

Examines the ethical responsibility of lawyers to offer their clients alternate dispute resolution to resolve conflicts.

A discussion of the history and the economic effects of the minimum wage.

A discussion on whether or not marijuana should be legalized in Canada.

An in-depth analysis of COPPA and how it has affected websites, so far.

This paper discusses the problem of controlling hate speech and yet protecting both free speech and equality.

This paper looks closely at FMLA and how it has affected the workplace for employees.

A discussion of a potential law that would tax sales made over the internet and its economic ramifications.

An examination the ethics surrounding euthanasia, especially with the help of the individual's personal physician.

This paper looks at the history of government involvement in the airline industry, noting that even with deregulation, the government still maintains significant regulatory authority.

This paper proposes that the system used in the United States to tax business income no longer meets the needs of the American economy, as it discourages investment and encourages inefficiency.

A look at the controversy over the use of genetically modified seed.

A close look at the concept of democracy: the rights of the people and of the individual being held in higher regard than any specific rights held by one group over another.

Examines concept of the law in legal theory, made by God.

Examines the role of juries in fulfilling political jurisprudence.

Discusses regulation and deregulation issues.

Examines the concept of preferential treatment and advantages and disadvantages on racial and ethnic minorities.

Defines copyright law.

Argues against institutionalizing single-sex marriages.

Discusses the motives and actions of the cold blooded murderer, Perry Smith.

Discusses his ideas of individual liberty.

Discusses the increase of fraud in spite of regulations.

Summarizes and analyzes the Due Process Clauses of the U.S. Constitution.

Discusses the development of international law and organizations.

Discusses the issue of fraud at PepsiCo.

Examines the development of grand juries.

Examines ethical and legal dilemmas of the separation of conjoined twins.

Examines these courts as effective managers of drug related punishment.

Discusses the evolution of Australian policy and practice regarding land rights.

Discusses the pros and cons of a separate juvenile system.

Examines pro and con arguments on abortion rights.

Discusses issues involved.

Discusses the microeconomic effects of the breaking up of Microsoft.

Discusses the Merchant Marine industry and international trade.

Discusses the interpretation by the Supreme Court during the aftermath of the Civil War.

Discusses the differing opinions concerning abortion.

A discussion of the 1966 Supreme Court decision.

A discussion of whether cameras should be allowed during felony trials.

A discussion of how and why power was distributed among various groups and whether the system created by the framers of the Constitution was just.

An examination of the controversy involved in the implementation process.

A discussion of how estate planning is taxed.

A discussion of the issues involved in movie studios (Disney, Miramax) in making their first run films available for online downloading.

An examination of the concerns over computer invasion of privacy.

An examination of the legal and ethical issues involved in a court case.

An examination of the benefits to employers and privacy issues of employees.

A discussion of the legal risks involved.

A comparison of the tax and legal advantages of three forms of organization for business companies.

A discussion of the large number of innocent people sentenced to death in Florida, then exonerated and freed.

An examination of government actions regarding Microsoft.

Discusses use of hormone therapy, or chemical castration, as an effective treatment program for recidivist sex offenders.

Analysis of the Napster lawsuit.

Discusses the legal concept of insanity.

Discusses two Supreme Court decisions pertaining to African Americans.

Argues that mentally retarded offenders should not be put to death.

Discusses decline of public trust & confidence in the legal system.

Summarizes and compares essential features.

Details & analyzes steps that a citizen vs. an Illinois welfare department may take in connection with the threatened termination of his benefits.

Defining the issue and examing solutions for this increasing phenomenon.

Examining the book "How the Courts Govern America" by Richard Neely and how the author's professional background demonstrated some bias in the book.

An analysis of the philosophy of non-violent protest and civil disobedience.

A discussion of the current problems with Microsoft and the anti-trust that they have violated as well as possible solutions to Microsoft's monopolization.

This research paper studies the role of forensic science in police work over the last fifty years.

A paper that explores various aspects of lie detecting devices - their history and future technology in the field.

An in-depth discussion on child-rearing, focusing on appropriate measures of discipline and punishment in schools.

Examining the Napster law suit - the forced closure of a company which provided technology for internet users to share music files.

The arguments against barring the pledge of allegiance from public schools by the Supreme Court.

This paper looks at the legal system within the United States.

Examining the new phenomenon of music piracy on the internet and methods to curb this occurance.

This paper uses a case study to examine United Kingdom Consumer Laws and Consumer criminal laws. The laws are meant to protect consumers against defective and unsafe products and services.

This paper explores the area of internet privacy and what can be done to protect the internet users' privacy rights.

This paper examines the effects of domestic violence on the family and society.