Law papers

An examination of the history of elements of murder under historical common law, as well as current statutes for murder in the state of Idaho.

An examination and the history and development of common law assault and battery.

Looks at a court case regarding gene-testing among employees of Burlington Northern Railway.

Presents a discussion of eight individual issues in the area of criminal justice.

Looks at the New York State (NYS) Public Authority Accountability Act, which was created to counter corruption and mismanagement in public organizations.

This paper looks at the history and the value of forensic science in today's society.

This paper explores whether the faith-based initiative's collaboration paradigm violates the principle of separation of church and state.

This paper delves into educational law and studies affirmative action and discrimination in employment.

A discussion on whether the use of force is reasonable and necessary in policing society.

This paper examines the role of social psychology in jury selections today.

A review of a class action suit filed in August 1970 in the US that alleged that the Detroit school system was racially segregated as a result of policy.

An examination of common law in Idaho and changes with regards to rape statutes.

This paper discusses new age drinking and provides a call to lower the alcohol drinking age.

Discusses civil contract law and a case of breach of contract.

This paper compares the US interventions in Afghanistan and Pakistan.

A examination of the challenges that exist when attempting to find a middle ground between freedom of speech and privacy and security.

Discuses issues of individual rights versus public order.

An argument for the legalization of drug use in the United States.

An analysis of the merits of a national court and an international tribunal in achieving reconciliation in post-conflict societies, with Rwanda as an example.

This paper looks at the issue of criminal justice and provides an in-depth exploration of the utility of the Miranda Rights.

An examination of the morality of abortion, according to the legal decision in "Roe vs. Wade."

A review of whether the Genocide Convention stands in urgent need of revision.

This paper discusses professional ethics and looks at an unethical case of business in which an attorney was involved.

An in-depth examination of the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act in the context of English language learners in California's elementary schools.

An analysis of the "Nissan Motor Corp. v. Maryland Shipbuilding and Drydock Company" case that highlights the difficulty of applying common law to corporate environmental issues.

This paper looks at white collar crime and the lessons that can be learned from Enron.

This paper discusses due process, truth and the US criminal justice system.

An examination of the "Council of Civil Service Unions v Minister for Civil Service" (or GCHQ) case and its relevance to judicial reviews.

The paper discusses the legal issues arising from interpretations of Contract law and Agency law.

An analysis of the effect of the presumption of registrability introduced by s. 33 of the Australian Trade Marks Act 1995.

Compares the United States duty of candor and good faith set forth in Title 37 Code of Federal Regulations to sections 45(3) and 101D of the Australian Patents Act (1990).

This paper provides a discussion of whether the current framework for professional responsibility in the trade marks and patent attorneys' profession in Australia is adequate.

An analysis of the concept of numerus clausus in British property law.

An examination of the arguments and the ruling in the case, "Knapp vs. Northwestern."

A case study analysis of the role and importance of the Communications Decency Act of 1996.

An examination of the arguments between science and religion in the 1920s in America and a discussion of the Scopes trial of 1925.

This paper determines the impact of occupational socialization and political power abuse on the criminal justice sector.

This paper explores the maintenance of law, order and democracy within the justice system.

An analysis of the provisions of the Patriot Act and its effect on civil liberties.

A look at the justice system in France.

This article looks at the argument for unifying vice enforcement legislation with regards to alcohol, tobacco and marijuana.

An examination of the changing role of the President of the United States in terms of the military.

An analysis of the differences between common law and equity law.

This paper looks at the issue of forensic botany and discusses sunflower seed samples found at a crime scene to be used as evidence.

An analysis and description of HIPAA and the connection and impact that privacy standards have on health care, in terms of quality and cost.

This paper argues in favor of the death penalty, using the article "Should the Death Penalty Be Abolished?" "No." by Ernest van den Haag.

A comprehensive exploration of the laws of anticipatory self-defence in international law.

Discuses a patent infringement case regarding the seed company, Monsanto vs. Percy Schmeiser of Saskatchewan, Canada.

An examination of the impact of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) on health care in the US.

An examination of the differences between privacy, confidentiality and security in the maintenance of medical records.

An examination of the ramification of the 1964 case, "US vs. Cecil Price" for civil rights in the state of Mississippi.

An explanation of the Healthy People (HP) 2010 initiative in the US.

A case analysis of the Supreme Court ruling in the case of "Hazelwood School District v. Kuhlmeier."

A look at the reforms involving the rule of hearsay evidence in civil and criminal proceedings.

This paper looks at the achievements of Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor.

An analysis of the intent and impact of California's Proposition 209 legislation.

This paper looks at the issue of ethics and the justice department,
noting that justice and ethics are often experienced as vastly different concepts.

An examination of the Oregon Death with Dignity Act and its benefits to health care in the United States.

This paper argues against increasing funding for prison-based drug addiction treatment.

This paper discusses the role of religion in American government.

This paper looks at James Madison's beliefs regarding ratification of the US Constitution and studies "The Federalist Papers: No. 10" .

This paper discusses social control theories and rational choice theory and examines whether the juvenile delinquency behavior is due to the environment and circumstances or whether such criminal activities are planned.

This paper explores the ethical dilemmas inherent in lawyers' rights to defend individuals and the need to protect society.

An examination of the ratification of the Fourteenth Amendment and the doctrine of incorporation.

This paper examines how the Supreme Court would decide whether speech is constitutionally protected if it imminently advocates illegal activity.

An examination of the differences between refugees and migrants and how they the United Nations relates to them.

An examination of the impact of the case against John Peter Zenger on freedom of the press in America and the U.S. Constitution.

This paper studies the events at the Attica prison riot in 1971 and looks at the consequences.

A review of the problem of illegal downloads and the effect it has on the recording industry.

This paper discusses current attitudes and policies on gender in France and Cuba.

Examines the problems created by the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1986.

An examination of the history and methods of the death penalty, and the ongoing argument whether or not it should be imposed.

A discussion to understand gaps in the current screening of air cargo and the problematic regulations that dictate the screening processes.

This paper discusses whether a patient's irrational decision to refuse treatment is binding to a health care professional.

This paper provides an overview of eminent domain legislation and due compensation to property owners.

This paper discusses the issue of liability for costs incurred by juvenile delinquency.

An analysis of the the Scottsboro Trial's effect on black freedom and civil rights in the United States in the 1930s.

An examination of the lead-up to the trial of Anne Hutchinson in seventeenth century America.

This paper provides an in-depth review of the Protect America Act of 2007.

An overview of the intelligence community in the USA.

This paper looks at the part that the media played in the case of Nathan Leopold and Richard Loeb.

This paper outlines the law-making process of the United States government.

A research proposal to explore public opinion and perceptions as they relate to plea bargaining in the criminal justice system.

Looks at the history, goals and problems of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).

Compares the drug laws of the United States and the Netherlands.

This paper discusses the Whistleblower Protection Act of 1989 and its application in the workplace.

An analysis of the issues related to the motion filed by Scott Panetti stating that he was not fit to be executed for his crime due to mental illness.

An overview of the rules applicable to challenging an agency non-responsibility decision under US Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).

A discussion on the difference between hate, brutal and ordinary crimes and the involvement of the law.

A research proposal that examines public opinion regarding plea bargaining and its effect on sentencing decisions of the criminal justice system.

An analysis of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 and how changing laws in state and federal immigration reporting requirements will impact company human resource offices.

A discussion on the impact of HIPAA on the United States macroeconomic system, the healthcare system, and population subgroups.

Explores the history, economic principles and legislative and regulatory influences of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

An overview of the "Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act " (HIPPA) 1996 and its concerns and effects on radiology practice.

A case study analysis of the United States Privacy Act and its subsequent revisions and the Healthcare Information Privacy Protection Act (HIPPA).

A discussion on the the three types of explicit plea bargains used in the United States criminal justice system.

A presentation of arguments for and against hate-crime laws.

An introduction to the Schools Interoperability Framework (SIF) and the
implications on No Child Left Behind (NCLB) compliance.

An examination of the errors in the investigation against Jeffrey MacDonald for the murders of his wife and children.

A critical analysis of Zara Gelsey's article "Who's Reading Over Your Shoulder?".