Essays and Research Papers on All Law & Legal Issues

A 7 page trial brief asking that evidence gained in violation of the Fourth and Fifth Amendments to the Constitution of the United States be ruled inadmissible in an indictment resulting from that evidence. This is an action alleging a violation of 49 U.S.C. 46504, interference with the flight crew of a commercial aircraft; ...

A 3 page paper which summarizes and briefly analyzes “Insult to Injury: Libel, Slander, and Invasion of Privacy” by William K. Jones. No additional sources cited.

A paper which looks at the impact of the Human Rights Act 1998 on parliamentary sovereignty, and the way in which challenges to incompatible legislation will be dealt with by the courts. Bibliography lists 4 sources

This 4 page report discusses the Americans with disabilities act and uses the 1999 case of Sutton v. United Airlines as an example of a ruling in favor of an employer. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

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.

A 10 page research paper that concerns First Amendment issues suggested by a scenario regarding the trial of a group of right-wing extremists known as the "Montana Freeman." The scenario presumes that this report is a document prepared for the Justice Department addressing possible First Amendment issues/problems concerning the trial and ...

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.

A paper which looks at the differences between absolute and relative ethics, and considers how these principles can be applied to managerial utilitarianism in the prison service. Bibliography lists 6 sources

A 6 page paper which offers a tutorial examination at how an individual could have defended Louis XVI, perhaps differently than he was defended. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 4 page paper discussing points that should be made in a contract between an agricultural producer and a retailer for produce that is not yet available. The entire process of buying commodity crops and horticultural (i.e., higher value) produce has changed dramatically over the years. The Farmer’s Market seeks to purchase specialty ...

This 5-page paper attempts to examine how courts handle union and employer complaints that don't go through the arbitration process. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

The scope of the doctrine of notice with respect to registered land has long been a matter of doubt and it is questionable whether the Land Registration Act 2002 has removed the doubts. This 18 page paper looks at how the doctrine of notice has developed how it has been reduced in importance over time. ...

A 4 page research paper/essay that examines the question of whether or not judges should be elected or appointed. The writer discusses the problems associated with judicial elections, which now occur in 39 states, and shows how special interest groups have worked to influence judicial elections and, consequently, judicial rulings. The writer concludes that judges ...

An 8 page paper which discusses major issues regarding Italian and Mexican Immigration today. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

This 12 page paper looks at the problems which are created with the various regulations of different jurisdiction and the control of mergers or acquisitions. Difficulties include issues such as high direct and indirect costs, different rules and approaches and time delays. The main thrust of the paper looks at the argument for a bilateral ...

This 8-page paper goes into a description of federal legislation discriminating against those with disabilities (physical and psychological). Also included is how the state of Maryland enforces this legislation. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 5 page paper provides a discussion of the details of this infamous freedom of speech case. This paper delves into the fundamental protections that the case presented, and the reasons why the Supreme Court Justices ruled that in favor of Eichmann. Abrstact is also included. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A paper which considers the Frye Rule, and its application in the modern judicial system, with particular reference to the battered women syndrome formulated by Walker. Bibliography lists 4 sources

This 5-page paper is an exercise in what would happen if the First and Second Amendments of the Bill of Rights were rewritten to fit the times today, instead of the late 18th century, when these Amendments were first drafted and passed. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 6-page paper discusses judicial activism (i.e., judicial decisons not strictly within Constitutional mandate) through examiniation of two cases, Lochner vs. New York (1905) and Roe vs. Wade (1973). The essay discusses if the decisions on both cases were justified and acceptable. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 8 page paper considers the difficulties with planning permission in Ireland and how this impacts on the development of wind farms in a country that is failing to develop sufficient sustainable energy resources. The bibliography cites 6 sources.

An 8 page research paper that examines how the criminal justice management system in NC can be improved with a particular focus on community policing initiatives. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

19 pages in length. The arguments on both sides of the courtroom camera issue are compelling representations of how an issue can be so hotly divided. By allowing cameras to record the courtroom proceedings, critics say it is nothing more than voyeuristic television; defenders, however, say it is the right of every UK ...

This 4-page paper examines capital punishment and whether it's constitutional. Taking a cue from the eighth amendment (which prohibits cruel and unusual punishment), the paper determines if capital punishment falls under this jurisdiction. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 8 page paper examines the concept of criminal mischief and how it plays out around the world and in various states. New York is highlighted and other states and nations are mentioned. Bibliography lists 10 sources.