American Law and Legal Systems, Fifth Edition
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This volume presents a clear examination of the philosophy of law within a political, social, and economic framework. Coverage introduces readers to operative legal concepts, everyday law practices, substantive procedures, and the intricacies of the American legal system. Eliminating confusing legalese, the authors skillfully explain the basics-from how a lawsuit is filed to the final appeal-and review English legal roots. The survey addresses history and the law, court organization, procedure and evidence, limitations, constitutional law, criminal law, administrative law, environmental law, torts, contracts, and property law. For those interested in a greater understanding of the American legal system.
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This text presents a clear examination of the philosophy of law within a political, social and economic framework. Coverage introduces readers to operative legal concepts, everyday law practices, substantive procedures, and the intricacies of the American legal system. Eliminating confusing legalese, the authors skillfully explain the basics--from how a lawsuit is filed to the final appeal--and review English legal roots.
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American Law and Legal Systems, Fifth Edition
American Law and Legal Systems, Fifth Edition,James V. Calvi,Susan Coleman,Prentice Hall,0130993115,Law,Legal Services,Legal System,Philosophy Of Law,Politics / Current Events,Practice Of Law,United States,POLITICS & GOVERNMENT,Political Science / General,Political structure & processes
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