Essays and Research Papers on Litigation

A five page paper which looks at the history of the process of plea-bargaining in American courts, and considers how far the role of the judge has been undermined by the participation of attorneys in charge- and fact-bargaining, and the ways in which current initiatives are endeavouring to return control of plea-bargaining to the judiciary. Bibliography ...

This 6 page paper delves into the history of the insanity defense and also evaluates when it is used. Several well-known cases are referenced. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

5 pages. In this Texas court case of Sylvester Turner Vs. KTRK Television, Texas libel laws were in question. This paper presents a detailed history of the case and the possible effects the case could have on Texas libel laws. After reviewing the information presented, there is a logical conclusion presented in the summary, concluding wtih the facts ...

This 14 page paper is written as a petition to the Scottish Parliament to change the laws of evidence related to oral evidence. The petition argues that written evidence should be acceptable form witnesses and that written statement should be allowed as memory aids, under certain circumstances, to aid accuracy of information given to the ...

This 19 page paper considers the role of statutory interpretation and the limits placed on the judiciary. Looking at a quote form Lord Diplock " When Parliament legislates to remedy what the majority of its members at the time perceive to be a defect or lacuna in the existing law (whether it be the written ...

In 6 pages the author discusses the book "The Defense Never Rests" by F. Lee Bailey. Some specific cases are discussed and the author attempts to pronounce what Bailey was trying say in his writing of this book. The questions of whether the author accomplished what he set out to do and whether ...

This 4 page paper provides a fictitious memorandum regarding a case that took place in Pennsylvania. Agents lost a case where they withheld information about a property that was contaminated with radon gas. The issue is addressed in general and potential cases are discussed as it respects a particular firm. The paper is ...

This 8 page paper discusses the poor state of health care in California prisons including the management of acute and chronic conditions. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper explains Article 234 EC the tool by which the EU seek to ensure uniformity of the interpretation of EU laws. The writer explains what this article is, how it works and the impact that it has had on legal decision made within the European Union. The paper fully cites many ...

This 7 page paper looks at the criminal justice systems of the United States, Argentina, Japan and Israel. The U.S. system is compared and contrasted with the other three. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 7 page paper looks at the criminal justice systems of the United States, Argentina, Japan and Israel. The U.S. system is compared and contrasted with the other three. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

3 pages in length. The writer briefly discusses if a defendant can be charged with murder if the weapon is not in evidence. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 3 page paper that begins with a brief scenario of a hypothetical breach of contract lawsuit. The writer provides reasons for the court to rule in favor of the claimant, who was the purchaser of a gazebo. Three other court cases are used to justify the claim. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 8 page paper provides an overview of the Microsoft antitrust case. A timeline outlines the most important parts of the case. The issues are explained. The pertinent sections of the Sherman Antitrust Act that applied to the case are reported. The writer also comments on the ethical issues involved. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 3 page pager discusses Lowe's class-action settlement for violating overtime policies and having employees work off the clock. 1 source is cited.

This 28 page paper sets out to consider the proposition that lawyer operate in the public interest. The paper starts this by defining the role of the lawyer, which includes the UK definitions of both barristers and solicitors. Following this the meaning of public interest is discussed with reference to different perspectives, and the ...

A paper which considers the ways in which mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution might be more appropriate in family law cases than litigation, and looks at the relative advantages and disadvantages of both processes. Bibliography lists 4 sources

This 4 page research paper offers an analysis and description of how law evolves and changes to fit with shifting societal understanding and paradigms. This is discussed in regards to due process, rights of the accused and changes in law enforcement since 9/11. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

6 pages in length. The writer briefly discusses jurisprudence, choosing a Supreme Court justice and the phases of a trial. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This is a 15 page paper that provides an overview of evidence in law. Different types of evidence and their influence on society and individuals are explored. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

This 12 page paper provides an overview of the issue of contract law and a specific case. Bibliography lists 10 sources

This 20 page law paper, based on English law, is written in three parts, answering three separate questions on contract law, agency and insolvency law. The first question looks at liability and the extent of liability under contract law where a product supplied causes damage to a customers property. The damage is the result of ...

3 pages in length. The writer briefly discusses transfer laws and adult court as they related to juvenile offenders. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 20 page research paper that answers 5 questions pertaining to medical ethics and medical law. Topics covered include ERISA tort cases; handling of ethical situations, such as a patient choosing to forego life-saving procedures; and malpractice cases. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

This 6 page paper looks at a case where a newspaper advertisement is placed advertising facilities for a hotel that are not available when the guest arrive and a price that is lower than the price charged. The paper looks at whether the advisement is a offer or an invitation to treat, and then at ...