Essays and Research Papers on Current Legal Issues

This 3 page paper examines the case initiated by Caesar Barber against four fast food restaurants for contributing to his obesity. The legal issue is discussed. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 15 page paper discusses the pros and cons of alternative dispute resolutions and arbitrators. Examples are given which support both sides. Bibliograpy lists 13 sources.

This 19 page paper examines the conflict between Word Trade Organization regulations and multilateral environmental agreements. The paper assesses the role of the WTO, who the conflict arise, and how reconciliation has occurred in the past. A number of examples of actual and potential conflicts are discussed and the policies that underlie the decision behind ...

This 15 page paper discusses the pros and cons of both mediation and arbitration. Examples from both domestic and corporate world given. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

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.

This 3 page paper is an outline for a larger paper. It can stand on its own or be used as an outline for something more substantial. A great deal of specific information on ADA is contained in this paper. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

5 pages in length. Reminiscent of the OJ Simpson case, Robert Blake may not be convicted of killing his wife due to a number of circumstantial issues that serve to benefit his plea of innocence. That evidence lacks the teeth necessary to put the has-been star behind bars for his wife's shooting murder ...

This 15 page paper looks at the problem of adoptive parents who have disabilities. How ADA can help them to adopt is explored. Some cases are discussed. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 9 page paper examines the effectiveness of the trial by jury system in England and Wales. The paper considers the diverse options that see it as the embodying or contradicting democracy, looks at the effectiveness of jury trials and considers the views and recommendation of Lord Auld in his report into criminal justice system ...

This 5 page paper presents an overview of how leases are interpreted by courts. Common landlord-tenant disputes are discussed. Several cases are noted. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

9 pages in length. The writer discusses gun control from pro and anti perspectives, as well as briefly touches upon legislation for both sides. Annotated bibliography lists 12 sources.

A 6 page overview of the corruption inherent in Ryan’s last minute decision to commute the death sentences of some of Illinois’ most contemptible criminals. The author approaches the death sentence from an ethical standpoint as being in the best interest of society as a whole. Ryan’s decision to commute the death sentence ...

This 5 page paper provides an overview of the argument regarding the rights of pregnant women and the rights of the fetus in terms of drug abuse. Various forms of substance abuse are duly noted. Bibliography lists sources.

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.

A 10 page paper which examines mental illness as a legal excuse 2 sources cited. No bibliography provided due to the fact that articles used were faxed by student requesting paper and authors of texts are unknown.

This is a 4 page paper discussing the arguments presented for and against the death penalty. The arguments for and against the death penalty often involve similar areas of concern: religion, justice, deterrence, cost, and respect for human life among other aspects. Currently there are over 3,500 people on death row in the United States ...

This 4 page paper discusses the need for reform of the sentencing procedures involving capital punishment cases in the United States. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 2.5 page paper that presents a letter in support of an employee who was terminated during a company RIF and later learns that only employees over the age of 55 were terminated. Mary is 57. The paper explains the appropriate sections of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, which prohibits age discrimination. ...

This 10 page paper explains and discuses Amendment VIII of the U.S. Constitution, which reads: "Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted." The discussion centers on the phrase "cruel and unusual punishment." A great number of cases alleging cruel and unusual punishment have reached the level ...

An 11 page research paper that examines the organizational characteristics of police training that is directed toward the use of force. The writer presents an extensive literature review before outlining the parameters of a hypothetical research project. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

An 8 page paper. Campaign financing has been debated for more than a century. It is a highly controversial issue with strong advocates on each side of the argument. The writer reports some of the early laws regarding campaign financing. Hard and soft money are explained. The amounts raised by both national political parties in ...

This 6-page paper focuses on the issue of CEOs/Board of Directors and whether they should take personal liability for the products their companies manufacture. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 11 page paper looks at airport security, particularly as it exists after 9/11. Recent changes are noted. The paper argues that security measures taken are constitutional even though they may be intrusive. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

An 8 page discussion of the evolution we have witnessed in regard to search and seizure practices in the aftermath of the September 11, 2002 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon itself. The author reviews the provisions of the Fourth Amendment and the manner in which our rights were protected ...

A 10 page paper which discusses the death penalty and reasons that it should be used in our nation. Bibliography lists 8 sources.