Essays and Research Papers on Current Legal Issues

A 4 page paper that discusses the types of misconduct associated with prosecutors, defense attorneys, and judges. Examples are provided. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 9-page paper (includes a powerpoint presentation) focuses on unions, legislation, rights and management. Also included are particulars of the 2016 Verizon strike. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 3-page paper provides an overview of the ADEA, as well as cases linked to this act. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper. A cartoon that depicts old cartoonish royalty is a good example of the controversy about Freedom of Speech. Based on what the ‘King” says, it would seem the ‘Queen’ suggested they give the people free speech. The King says, “Grant freedom of speech? – Bite your tongue!” This essay presents ...

This 4-page paper covers the issues of agency law, as they pertain to Uber and its independent drivers. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 6-page paper delves into the process federeral agencies undergo to create/modify a particular rule. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 7-page paper examines the U.S. Healthcare Security Act of 1993, and why it failed to reach a floor vote. The paper's focus is on healthcare reform and why it is difficult to pass. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

An 8 page paper. Gladys Escola was faced with a difficult case when trying to prove negligence against a Coca-Cola bottling company in California after she was severely injured when a bottle exploded. She succeeded using the doctrine of res ipsa loquitur. This essay reports that case and the court’s ruling. Bibliography lists 6 ...

A 5 page paper that responds to four scenarios that are true stories about police officer conduct. In Minneapolis a police van went out of control into the crowd at a parade. Eleanor Bumpurs was an old physically and mentally ill woman in New York City who was being evicted. Six officers went ...

This 10 page research paper examines the issue of tort reform in regards to medical malpractice. The writer discusses the topic in general and specifically looks at the statutes of Oregon and Virginia as exemplary. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 6 page paper that responds to three different sets of questions. One addresses police corruption involving Michael Dowd and other officers that went on for years. One discusses a police chief accused of domestic violence but everyone turned a blind eye to the complaint. The last one discusses the case of traffic ticket fixing ...

A 10 page paper that discusses the discrimination overweight, obese, and morbidly obese persons suffer in all areas of life. Statistical data are included. The essay discusses legislation and laws, employment conditions, and offers a political figure who is obese and what he faces. One conclusion is that we need an anti-weight discrimination law. ...

This is a 7 page paper that provides an overview of Illinois bill HB0011. The merits and demerits of the legislation are debated. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 3 page paper. This essay discusses two different and separate issues. The first deals with unethical and illegal actions by EPA regional office administrators. The essay briefly describes their actions that violate EPA regulations. The second is about a small town in which the mayor wants to move special money into the general ...

A 3 page paper. The word criminal can be used as a noun or as an adjective and there are many synonyms for the concept of criminal. This essay presents different definitions when the word is used as a noun and when used as an adjective. Examples are provided. For instance, one definition asserted that ...

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of national security. Different types of threats are explored. Bibliography lists 0 sources.

This 3 page paper provides an overview of Washington, Oregon and Montana's approaches to addressing end of life care. This paper relates the issues of legislation regarding death with dignity. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page paper. Recently, the Senate released the new health plan proposal for the country. It came in two parts from two different government departments. This essay discusses some of the differences between the ACA and the AHCA (the new plan). There is an emphasis on patients with chronic diseases and how the ...

This is a 4 page paper that provides an overview of airport security. Guarding against MANPAD threats is emphasized. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

a 4 page paper. This essay begins by discussing ways to detect fraud with some suggestions for preventing it. The paper then discusses the Harriette Walters's embezzlement of nearly $50 million from the District of Columbia's government. Her crime is further analyzed using the Fraud Triangle. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 8 page paper examines different potential influences that can impact on the accuracy of recall in eyewitnesses to the event. Influences including characteristics of the witness themselves, the characteristics of the event and the way in which recall takes place are all considered. The bibliography cites 11 sources.

This 5 page paper specifically examines criminal sentencing and presents the conclusion that, while there are some inconsistencies, the data does not conclusively indicate that blacks receive harsher sentences than whites. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 4-page paper discusses Martha Stewart and ImClone, and determines if Stewart deserved her conviction and jail time. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 4 page paper that discusses what RF and RFID are and their used in credit cards, passports, and other identification documents. The paper discuses how safe they are and how to improve their safety. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 4 page research paper/essay discusses issues pertaining to courtroom procedures in regards to child sexual abuse cases. Bibliography lists 2 sources.