Introduction to the American Legal System
An Introduction to the American Legal System is a comprehensive introduction to law and the legal process. It explains the evolution of American law, its current structures and processes, and examines the main substantive areas of law, including torts, contracts, civil procedure, criminal law and procedure, and constitutional law. Although the book is comprehensive, it is written to be accessible to students who may not have any academic background in law. The text uses special features to...
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An introductory textbook on American law and the legal system. The authors—a retired judge and a professor at the University of Tennessee—explain basic legal concepts, the historical development of the legal system, substantive law, civil and criminal procedure, administrative law, and legislation. Annotation © Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Preface. Chapter 1: Development of American Law. Chapter 2: Structures of American Law. Chapter 3: Constitutional Law. Chapter 4: Criminal Law. Chapter 5: Torts. Chapter 6: Property Law. Chapter 7: Contracts and Business Law. Chapter 8: Family Law. Chapter 9: Civil Procedure, Evidence and the Appellate Process. Chapter 10: Criminal Procedure. Chapter 11: Legislation. Chapter 12: Administrative Law and Procedure. Appendix. Index. Table of Cases.
