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A Brief History of British Policing: From a Hue and Cry to the Metropolitan Police Force

By: Lynda Osborne

Landmark Supreme Court Cases in the Last Century: Most Important Court Decisions

By: Thomas Wyatt

Wisconsin v. Yoder Supreme Court Case 1972: A Landmark First Amendment Case on Free Practice of Religion

By: Thomas Wyatt

Brief History of Natural Rights: European and American Thoughts on Life, Liberty, and Revolution

By: Estela Kennen

History of Natural Law: The Greeks, Aquinas, and other Natural Law Theorist

By: Estela Kennen

The Theory of Natural Law: Definition and Study of Universal Laws

By: Estela Kennen

What are Implied Terms in Contracts? An Explanation of Clauses Read Into Contracts in English Law

By: Zoe Robinson

Are Disclaimers on Websites Legal? Liability in English Law for Mistakes on the Internet

By: Zoe Robinson

Who is an Employee? The Provision of Employment Rights in English Law

By: Zoe Robinson

One Hour With Lemuel Srolovic - Principles: The Litigator for Acreage Brain Cancer Victims Speaks

By: Tammy Bergen

One Hour With Lemuel Srolovic - Constraints: The Litigator for Acreage Brain Cancer Victims Speaks

By: Tammy Bergen

One Hour With Lemuel Srolovic - Extent & Reality: The Lead Investigator for Acreage Brain Cancer Victims Speaks

By: Tammy Bergen

What is the Von Colson Principle? The Principle of Indirect Effect in English Law

By: Zoe Robinson

One Hour With Lemuel Srolovic - Character: The Lead Investigator for Acreage Brain Cancer Victims Speaks

By: Tammy Bergen

Breach of Contract in English Law: Civil Liability for Failure to Undertake Contractual Duties

By: Zoe Robinson

Contested Divorce in Florida: What Happens When One Party does not Want the Divorce?

By: Suzanne Bechard

How to Get a Quick Divorce in Florida: Requirements for Filing for Simplified Dissolution of Marriage

By: Suzanne Bechard

Filing for Divorce in Florida: The Basic Requirements for Ending a Marriage in Florida

By: Suzanne Bechard

What Makes a Contract? An Explanation of Basic English Contract Law

By: Zoe Robinson

The Human Research Subject Protections Act: Reform Collides With Reality

By: Feature Writer Jeffrey Willett

Ouster Clauses in English Law: The Legalities of Limiting Access to Judicial Review

By: Zoe Robinson

Florida's Wrongful Death Act: The Defendant Must Compensate the Victim's Survivors

By: Suzanne Bechard

Buck v. Bell (1927): "Three Generations of Imbeciles are Enough"

By: Feature Writer Jeffrey Willett

Medical Malpractice Law: Bringing a Lawsuit for Medical Negligence

By: Suzanne Bechard

How Bankruptcy Stops Debt Collectors: The Automatic Stay Protects Debtors from Collection Activity

By: Suzanne Bechard

The Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act: Federal Legislation Helps Innocent Renters

By: Suzanne Bechard

The Deed in Lieu of Foreclosure: How to Stop Foreclosure by Giving the Property to the Lender

By: Suzanne Bechard

Liberal-Dominated Senate Amends Crime Bill: Senate Refuses to Abolish 2 for 1 Sentencing Rule

By: Arthur Weinreb

Avoiding Foreclosure with a Short Sale: Why Selling Short Might Not be Right for Everyone

By: Suzanne Bechard

The Home Foreclosure Process: How Does Residential Foreclosure Work?

By: Suzanne Bechard

Secret Weapons: Using Psychologists to Win Emotional Distress Claims

By: Joni Johnston

The Legal Doctrine of Informed Consent: Protection of Scientific and Medical Research Subjects

By: Feature Writer Jeffrey Willett

Citizens Protesting G20 Summit are Attacked: Taxpayer-Funded US Troops, Police and Military Attack US Citizens

By: Teresa Knudsen

How to Choose the Right Type of Lawyer: Finding an Attorney for Lawsuits and Protection of Rights

By: Marian Henderson

Tips to Forming a Homeowners' Association: Design a Successful Association for Homeowners Today

By: Feature Writer Kristi Carter

North Carolina DWI Penalties: Fines and Penalties for Driving While Intoxicated

By: Erin Oxendine

Tips to Obtain an Illinois Tattoo License: Become a Tattoo Artist in Illinois

By: Feature Writer Kristi Carter

All About Land Patents: Tips for Obtaining a Land Patent

By: Feature Writer Kristi Carter

Trade Libel in California: Suing for Business Defamation in California

By: Suzanne Bechard

Traffic Ticket Defense in California: There are Many Ways to Beat a CA Traffic Violation Ticket

By: John Wu

Small Claims Courts the Busiest in Ontario: Resolving Disputes in Small Claims Court Seen as Efficient

By: Angela Browne

Obtain Adoption Birth Records: Tips to Find Your Adoption Records

By: Feature Writer Kristi Carter

Ontario's Human Rights Tribunal: The Truth About the New Human Rights System in Ontario

By: Angela Browne

Advice for Finding Adoption Birth Records: Tips to Find a Birth Record When You're Adopted

By: Feature Writer Kristi Carter

How To Define Treasure in England and Wales: The Law From Treasure Trove to the 1996 Treasure Act

By: Paris Franz

How to Check Arrest Court Records: Tips for Finding Arrest Records Now

By: Feature Writer Kristi Carter

What is an Advance Directive? The Law on Living Wills and Health Care Power of Attorney

By: Renato Bautista, Jr.

Indiana Improves Quality of Life: Statewide Community Prosecution Programs Abate Crime

By: Leslie McCloud

Creating a Community Prosecution Program: States and Counties Work Together to Stop Crime

By: Leslie McCloud

How Wills, Living Wills, & Living Trusts Differ: An Explanation of a Last Will, a Living Will, and a Living Trust

By: Susan Brown

Are Student Loans Dischargeable in Bankruptcy? Going Bankrupt May Not Provide Relief from Student Loan Debt

By: Suzanne Bechard

Filing Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: Why New Bankruptcy Laws Mean Fewer Chapter 7 Bankruptcies

By: Suzanne Bechard

Find a Mesothelioma and Asbestos Attorney: A Mesothelioma Victims Guide to Pursuing an Asbestos Settlement

By: Feature Writer Miranda Miller

Cars Most Commonly Involved in Lemon Law Cases: Find Out Which Cars Have the Most Reported Maintenance Troubles

By: Ryan Frank

Filing for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy: Debt Relief Under a Liquidation of Assets Proceeding

By: Suzanne Bechard

Basics of Filing for Bankruptcy: The Three Most Common Types of Debt Relief Explained

By: Suzanne Bechard

Invasion of Privacy Torts: Violation of One's Right to be Left Alone

By: Suzanne Bechard

Personal Injury Compensation: Monetary Payments for Damage to Person or Property

By: Suzanne Bechard

How To Find an Auto Accident Lawyer: Where Accident Victims Find Help with an Injury Claim

By: Feature Writer Miranda Miller

Freedom of Speech in the Philippines: Constitutional Standards in Regulating Free Speech

By: Renato Bautista, Jr.

Landlord Rights and Responsibilities: Advice for Landlords

By: Katrina Wallace

Advice On Legal Separation: Navagating Separation From Your Spouse

By: Katrina Wallace

Last Will and Testament Challenges in Florida: Contesting a Will Based on a Claim of Undue Influence

By: Suzanne Bechard

Unsound Mind Challenges in Florida Will Contests: Challenging a Will in Florida Based on Lack of Testamentary Capacity

By: Suzanne Bechard

Reasons to Avoid Probate Administration: Avoiding Probate May Reduce Costs and Eliminate Conflicts

By: Suzanne Bechard

Lemon Law Check Your Buyer's Guide: Before Leaving A Dealer Lot Ensure Your Vehicle Is Fully Warranteed

By: Stephanie Infante

Lemon Law And 'Reasonable Opportunity To Repair': Learn About The Lemon Law “Presumption” That Is In Your Favor

By: Stephanie Infante

Avoiding Probate Administration: Differences Between Probate and Nonprobate Property

By: Suzanne Bechard

Grounds for Contesting a Last Will and Testament: Common Reasons for Challenging the Validity of a Will

By: Suzanne Bechard

Requirements for a Valid Will in Florida: The Last Will and Testament Must Follow Basic Formalities

By: Suzanne Bechard

What is Mens Rea? The Meaning of Intent in the Punishment of Crime

By: Zoe Robinson

What is the Future of Med-mal Litigation? Alternative Dispute Resolution May Lead the Way

By: Michael Bauch

Are Juries to Blame for High Malpractice Awards? The Evidence May Tell a Different Story

By: Michael Bauch

What is a Holographic Will? Many States Allow Handwritten Unwitnessed Wills

By: Linda Ashar

Lemon Law Don't Give Up, Get an Attorney: A Dealer Or Manufacturer Can Run You In Circles Over A Lemon.

By: Stephanie Infante

The Problem with not Recognizing Racial Bias: Perhaps Judge Sonia Sotomayor's Hearings Can Be a Teaching Tool

By: Paul Hamilton

Pursuing A Lemon Law Case: Overcoming Dealer ‘Wall Of Problems’

By: Stephanie Infante

Ontario Small Claims Courts to Raise Its Monetary Limits to $25,000: Improved Access to Justice on the way for Ontarians

By: Angela Browne

Negligence And Canadian Tort Law: An Overview of Civil and Criminal Negligence

By: Christopher Mansour

Filing a Complaint for Negligence: How to File Without Help From an Attorney

By: Katrina Wallace

The Paralegal as Court and Tribunal Agent: An Overview of Community Benefits and Cost-Effective Legal Service

By: Christopher Mansour

Why the Lemon Laws Exist: Why the lemon laws were first enacted in California.

By: Stephanie Infante

Louisiana Man Denied His Day in Court: An Accused Criminal Offender Demands Justice

By: Paul Hamilton

Restoring Trust to the Medical Justice System: Should Health Courts Replace Civil Trials for "Med Mal" Cases?

By: Michael Bauch

Is Window Tinting Legal in your State? Check Laws Before Tinting your Vehicle Windows

By: Dan Rafter

Singapore School Buses Now Much Safer: After Years of Delay Children's Lives Will Now be Saved

By: Julie Maggiacomo Carrera

Tennessee Moves to Limit Abortion Rights: Constitutional Amendment Process Passes State House and Senate

By: Lyda Phillips

Child Support in Tough Economic Times: How to Maintain Support Payments when Laid Off

By: Karen Lynn O'Brien

The Florida Lemon Law: How Florida's New Motor Vehicle Warranty Act Works

By: Suzanne Bechard

Strict Liability Law: Personal Injury Compensation for Liability Without Fault

By: Suzanne Bechard

The Rule Against Hearsay Evidence: Out-of-Court Statements are Usually Not Admissible in Court

By: Suzanne Bechard

Defaming the Dead: Why a Defamation Claim Dies with the Plaintiff

By: Suzanne Bechard

Nikki Catsouras — Test Case For 1st Ammendment: Gruesome Death Scene Photos Leaked On Internet Raise Legal issue

By: Jacqueline S. Homan

The Attractive Nuisance Doctrine: Premises Liability for Injury to Trespassing Children

By: Suzanne Bechard

Premises Liability Law: Owner Liability for Personal Injury Accidents on Land

By: Suzanne Bechard

Model State Emergency Health Powers Act (MSEHPA): Public Health Crisis Legislation or Civil Liberty Infringement?

By: Julie Warrenfeltz

Suspending Civil Rights During Swine Flu: Schools, Malls, Borders Could Be Closed During Health Emergencies

By: Julie Warrenfeltz

Personal Injury Law: Compensation for Negligence, Intentional Torts and Strict Liability

By: Suzanne Bechard

Using Typefaces in Legal Citations: Applying Proper Bluebook Style to Court Documents and Law Reviews

By: Kristin Walinski

Citing Books in Legal Documents: How Law Students Should Apply Bluebook Citation Style

By: Kristin Walinski

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