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Understanding the law

A text that discusses how various aspects of the law affect the individual, filling a void for those looking for a more introductory text that covers many of the personal law issues that confront people in their everyday lives. It uses hypothetical and real examples to illustrate important points of...

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Main Authors: Carper, Donald L. (Author), Mietus, Norbert J. (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Australia South-Western Cengage Learning [2012]
Edition:Sixth edition; international edition
Subjects:
Law > United States
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Table of Contents:
  • UNIT I: THE LEGAL SYSTEM AND BASIC PRINCIPLES OF LAW
  • 1. Introduction to Law
  • 2. Our Constitution
  • 3. The Court System
  • 4. Attorney-Client Relationship and Dispute Resolution
  • 5. Administrative Law
  • 6. Crimes: Public Wrongs
  • 7. Torts: Private Wrongs
  • 8. Contracts: Enforceable Agreements
  • UNIT II: APPLICATION OF LAW TO THE INDIVIDUAL
  • 9. Family Law
  • 10. Motor Vehicles and Personal Property
  • 11. Renters and Landlord
  • 12. Home Ownership
  • 13. Employee and Employer Rights and Duties
  • 14. Wills, Trusts, and Probate

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