Essays and Research Papers on All Law & Legal Issues

This 8 page paper analyzes the Fourth Amendment with regard to the reasons for its passage, the evolution of decisions interpreting the amendment, and its impact on society. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

4 pages in length. Discussion about the misconceptions and fears that inhibit the clarity needed when deciding against gun control. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper reviews the criteria such as new evidence, new argument, weighing of evidence, and issue of fact are explained in regard to when a case is eligible for review by the panel in the appeals process. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This is a 10 page paper that provides an overview of the California foster care system. Interactions between agencies and the criminal justice system are emphasized. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 5 page paper is an annotated bibliography looking at 5 sources which would be useful when writing an essay looking at whether human rights should be a universal concept, or whether they are culturally relative. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

This is an 8 page paper that provides an overview of DNR orders. Ethical and legal implications are explored. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 4 page research paper addresses topics that relate to judges, describing the responsibilities of judges and also their effectiveness and ineffectiveness. The writer describes an ineffective and an effective justice of the Supreme Court. Bibliography lists 5 sources

This 3 page paper identifies the specific steps in the criminal trial. Plea bargaining, jury selection, and sentencing are detailed. The distinction is made between a bench trial and a jury trial. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 4-page paper analyzes the aspect of an individual's right to counsel as well as the right to self-representation. There are 2 sources cited.

This 4 page paper looks at a fictitious arbitration case concerning a potential breach of contract in order to assess if damages should be paid. The case concerns a verbal change to a contract and a determination of whether or not goods were fit for their purpose. The bibliography cites 1 source.

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of juvenile justice diversion programs. The importance of research into the topic is justified from the broader perspective of the penal system as a whole and its influence upon society. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This is a 7 page paper that provides an overview of immigration policy. Various efforts to promote equality are explored. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of the legality of pornography in the workplace. The argument is presented that this constitutes a hostile work environment. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 8 page paper discusses flag burning and its protections under the First Amendment, and argues that it must remain a protected form of protest. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines why the 19th Amendment is a positive and important amendment. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This is a 7 page paper that provides an overview of judgeship selection methods. Paper assumes the format of a powerpoint presentation and speaker notes. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This is a 15 page paper that provides an overview of civil procedure. Impacts to individuals and society are explored, with examples given. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

A 4 page paper which discusses the aspect referred to as fruit of the poisonous tree in relationship to the 4th Amendment. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper investigates the case of Miracle Pharmaceuticals and the FDA challenge of its marketing of anti-balding product. The author discusses due process, standing, ripeness, mootness, agency discretion, and exhaustion of administrative remedies. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

In eleven pages this paper considers how infamous serial killer Ted Bundy was captured and convicted in an overview of the investigation and how the evidence was gathered that led to his conviction and eventual execution in January 1989. There is also a comparison between how the Bundy case would have been handled now. ...

In seven pages this paper considers the landmark 1964 Supreme Court case that reinforced the right of “freedom of speech, or of the press” that is guaranteed by the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution and also examines the impact of this decision. Five sources are listed in the bibliography.

This 2 page paper briefly discusses some of the positives and negatives of the juvenile justice system. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 4 page paper considers a fictional case involving a drunk driver who hits a woman that subsequently dies after refusing a blood transfusion on religious grounds. The charge of second degree murder is justified. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 5 page paper provides an overview of the rights under the 6th Amendment and considers the implications in regards to two different cases. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 3 page paper reviews the review process that ensued when these women were nominated for Supreme Court Justice. Much criticism was launched against both nominees. Some was valid but some was not. Bibliography lists 3 sources.