Law & Legal Systems Term Papers

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LIBYAN FOREIGN BANK VERSUS BANKERS TRUST COMPANY/ A CASE BRIEF

This 3 page paper is a case brief on the 1987 case between the Libyan Arab Bank versus the Bankers Trust company of New York and London. Overview and conclusions discussed. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

Pugh v Pugh [1951] and Taczanowska (otherwise Roth) v Taczanowski [1957]

This 6 page paper examines these two cases concern the recognition of marriage that take place abroad and the different issues that may be considered. The bibliography cites 1 source.

Contract Law; Formation, Mistake and Fraudulent Misrepresentation

This 5 page paper considers a case supplied by the student. A sale is made with various mistakes, a buyer misrepresents himself and the seller does not want to complete the contract. The paper determines if there is a valid contract, what there terms where and how the mistake affects it by reference to UK contract law and the Sale of Goods Act 1979, and then looks at the results of the fraudulent misrepresentation. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

The Concept of Domicile within UK Law

This 4 page paper considers what is meant by domicile and how it is determined under UK law. The paper cites cases to illustrate points raised. The bibliography cites 1 source.

Jurisdiction and Different Areas of Law

This 4 page paper considers the jurisdiction of the courts under tenancy law, contract law and tort law according to English law. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

Jurisdiction

This 6 page paper is written with reference to UK law, and looks at a case supplied by a student where there are international contracts and cases are being brought in different courts. The paper considers the issue of how jurisdiction can be determined and the doctrine of forum non-convenience. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

Last Will and Testaments under UK Law

This 5 page paper considers UK law, what makes a will valid such as the requirements of the testator at the time of making the will and the will itself. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

THE RECIDIVISM RATE OF OFFENDERS FOLLOWING PAROLE AND/OR PROBATION

This 15-page paper discusses literature concerning the rate of recidivism among offenders who are released from parole or probation situations. Literature is compared, and conclusions about the information obtained. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

Inmate Reform

A 12 page research paper that offers a literature review that looks at rehabilitation programs in Israel, Great Britain, and the US, with particular emphasis on the therapeutic community movement. The writer examines criminality, educational programs, and the effects of programs on recidivism. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

Without Law There Would Be No Order

This 8 page paper acknowledges that the primary goal of law is to maintain order. The paper then considers the argument that there are other ways of maintaining order. Issues such as magic, beliefs, natural law, justice, process, gender and equality are all considered within this context. The bibliography cites 9 sources.

PATENTS AND THE LAW

This 5-page paper focuses on aspects of patent law, based on a case study. Topics under discussion include patent infringements and revocation of patents. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

Potential Liability Following a Train Crash

This 9 page paper considers a case supplied by the student where a series of errors leads to a train crash killing fourteen people. The paper looks at the potential liability of the train company under both tort and criminal law. The paper is written with reference to English law. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

Contracts A Case Study of International Requirements and a C.I.F Contract

This 17 page paper is written in two parts. The first considers why terms of contracts between parties in different countries need to be clear, why they need to be clear and what they should contain. This includes the consideration of jurisdiction and how case maybe brought in different countries, even if a contract specifies a particular jurisdiction. The second part of the paper examines a case supplied by the student. A company purchases wood on a C.I.F contract, when the wood arrives is rotten and infested with maggots, a condition which appears to have taken place prior to the loading of the goods onto the ship. The paper advises the purchaser. The paper is wrtten according to English law. The bibliography cites 10 sources.

Are Human Rights Protected?

This 10 page paper considers the existence and protection given to human rights through international conventions back up by legislation. Considering the position in the UK the paper discusses the existence of human rights protection, where there are abuses and who or what is to blame given the proliferation of international agreements. The bibliography cites 11 sources.

Proceeds of Crime Act 2002; An Annotated Bibliography

This 5 page paper is an annotated bibliography that outlines ten different sources that examine the application and impact of the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 that came into effect in the UK in 2003. Sources quoted include online sources, book and articles in law and accounting journals.

The Law of Equity; Its’ Development as Indicated by the Evolution of Injunctions

This 5 page paper discusses the statement that “equity is not past the age of childbearing”. The appeach is taken by looking at the development of the law of equity and injunctions, the new types of injunctions and the way in which the criteria for the granting of injunctions has developed to ensure the court continues to be able to exercise its discretion free from precedent. The bibliography cites 8 sources.

The Sherman Antitrust Act

A 5 page overview of the history of this legislation. The author clarifies the particulars of the Act and illustrates that its provisions have been utilized in a number of quite diverse cases. Sometimes these provisions have been launched with success to end monopolies which were indeed damaging to U.S. economy. Other times, however, the charges launched under the Sherman Act were proved unfounded. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

What Could Have Prevented the Ruby Ridge Incident?

A 6 page paper which examines the events at Ruby Ridge in 1995 and then examines what could have been done to prevent to incident, or at least reduced the loss of life and property. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

Gun Control in the 21 Century

A 14 page paper which provides the sides to the gun control controversy and argues against gun control. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

Is There Justification for the Doctrine of Adverse Possession?

This 8 page paper considers if, in today’s society there is justification for the doctrine of adverse possession to continue under UK law. The paper defines adverse possession and looks at both sides of the argument, including the perception of property theft, aspects of public interest and government policy. The bibliography cites 8 sources.

Parish v Smyrnos (Analysis)

This 7 page paper evaluates this case that took place in the Supreme Court of Victoria. The facts of the case, that involves a stalking charge where a young man paraded naked in front of a woman's window after giving her a suggestive letter, are provided. The appeal is discussed in depth. The definition of stalking is discussed as well. No additional sources cited.

CRIMINAL LAW AND THE BLAME GAME

This 7-page paper attempts to prove the assertion that blaming is an important factor in criminal law. Bibliography lists two sources.

Landmark Court Case Miranda v. Arizona (1966)

A 5 page paper which examines the case and its controversial ruling from historical and contemporary perspectives and considers its impact upon American government and society. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

Search and Seizure: Applications of the Fourth Amendment Post September 11, 2001

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 by it prior to these attacks as compared to the changes which have occurred afterward. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

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