American Law and Legal Systems

Name: American Law and Legal Systems
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ISBN: 9780130993113

ISBN-10: 0130993115

ISBN-13: 9780130993113

Edition: 5th 2004 (Revised)

Authors: James V. Calvi, Susan E. Coleman

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For undergraduate-level courses in Introduction to Law and the Judicial Process, in Departments of Political Science, Criminal Justice, and Business. This text presents a clear examination of the philosophy of law within a political, social, and economic framework. Coverage introduces readers to operative legal concepts, everyday law practices, substantive procedures, and the intricacies of the American legal system. Eliminating confusing legalese, the authors skillfully explain the basicsfrom how a lawsuit is filed to the final appealand review English legal roots.

Book details

List price: $101.40
Edition: 5th
Copyright year: 2004
Publisher: Prentice Hall PTR
Publication date: 9/8/2003
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 384
Size: 6.00" wide x 9.00" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 1.034
Language: English



Preface



Introduction


Functions of Law in Society


Sources of Law in Society


Kinds of Law


Bob Jones University v. United States


Conclusion



History and the Law


Law Through the Ages


The English Heritage


The American Experience


The American Legal Profession


Conclusion



Court Organization


The Federal Court System


State Court Systems


Judicial Selection


Removal of Judges


Conclusion



Procedure and Evidence


Alternative Dispute Resolution


Civil Procedure


Criminal Procedure


Rules of Evidence


Conclusion



Limitations


Judicial Restraint


Legal Limitations


Conclusion



Constitutional Law


Judicial Review


Constitutional Interpretation


Major Constitutional Doctrines


Conclusion



Criminal Law


Characteristics of Criminal Law


Elements of a Crime


Parties to a Crime


Procedural Criminal Law


Punishment


Juvenile Justice


Two Case Studies in Criminal Law


Conclusion



Administrative Law


Delegation Theory


Judicial Review and Administrative Law


Conclusion



Environmental Law


Environmental Law Jurisprudence


Major Environmental Legislation


Issues of Environmental Law


Conclusion



Torts


Negligence


Intentional Torts


Strict Liability


General Tort Defenses


Conclusion



Contracts


Contractual Terms of Art


Formation of Contracts


Breach of Contract


Rules of Construction


Uniform Commercial Code


Consumer Law


Business Relationships


Conclusion



Property


Estates


Inception of Title and Liens


Probate and Succession


Trusts and Gifts


Intellectual Property


Conclusion



Conclusion


Law as Protector and Oppressor


Law and Politics


Law and Society


Law and Economics


Final Reflections



Legal Research


Glossary


Index