law

Looks at the history of law from the oldest written will in 2550 BCE through the legal fight for gay marriage in 2015.

Lawyers and judges are the backbone of our criminal and civil legal systems and the products of rigorous education and dedication. While they represent the pinnacle of the legal profession, this book also covers many of the supporting players that are essential to its smooth running, including court stenographers, paralegals and clerks, legal mediators, legal secretaries, and transcription professionals. It also gives readers guidance on what educational routes to take and tips on how to land the ideal job in this vital and stimulating field.

"Bullying is a serious problem, and some people believe it should be considered a crime. However, others believe that takes things too far. These different viewpoints can affect antibullying policies, so it's important for readers to understand why people hold these opposing points of view"--Provided by publisher.

Contains articles that provide information about laws and legal issues that affect people in their everyday lives, arranged alphabetically within eleven categories, such as immigration, real estate, and taxes, and including a list of state and federal agency contacts, and a general index.

Contains articles that provide information about laws and legal issues that affect people in their everyday lives, arranged alphabetically within thirteen categories, such as attorneys, banking, civil rights, and family law, and including an overview of the American legal system.

Profiles cases related to consumer protection, antitrust, labor rights, and corporate law.

Profiles a variety of cases related to the broad range of civil rights related issues, from affirmative action, segregation, and voting rights to the special concerns of immigrants, juveniles, the disabled, and gay and lesbian citizens.

Profiles legal cases that have helped establish the rights of the accused before, during, and after trial, or address criminal law and procedure.

Profiles judicial proceedings that have influenced such First and Second Amendment issues as freedom of the press, privacy, the right to bear arms, and the legal concerns of the Internet.