Introduction to Law

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Author: Beth Walston-Dunham

ISBN-10: 142831850X

ISBN-13: 9781428318502

Category: United States Law - General & Miscellaneous

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Readers will come away from Introduction to Law with a new understanding of how the American legal system functions. The book successfully introduces the major areas of law with a look at the principles and terminology of each. Plus, it examines the roles of governmental structures and various legal professionals and the part each plays in the system. Interest in the topic is further piqued by a presentation of new cases in every chapter, as well as a discussion of current issues in such areas as procedure, torts, probate and domestic relations. Finally, readers can challenge the knowledge they have gained through suggested Internet research.

Chapter 1: The Historical Basis and Current Structure of the American Legal System Chapter 2: The Courts Chapter 3: Legislation Chapter 4: The Executive Branch and Administrative Authority Chapter 5: The Legal Professional Chapter 6: The Law of Ethics Chapter 7: Substantive and Procedural Issues Chapter 8: Jurisdiction Chapter 9: Torts Chapter 10: Family Law Chapter 11: Estates and Probate Chapter 12: Property Law Chapter 13: The Law of Contracts Chapter 14: The Law of Business Chapter 15: Criminal Law Chapter 16: Criminal Procedure Appendix A Appendix B Appendix C Appendix D GLOSSARY INDEX