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Introduction to Law

Name: Introduction to Law
ISBN: 9781337798853

Beth Walston-Dunham,

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eBook - PDF

Introduction to Law

Beth Walston-Dunham,

About this book

Discover an appreciation for today's law as you learn how law affects virtually every facet of modern life and society with Walston-Dunham's best-selling INTRODUCTION TO LAW, 7E. You begin with a detailed look at the organization of the U.S. system of government. This edition's timely, clear presentation guides you through each of the primary substantive areas of law as you complete realistic assignments, examine relevant ethical issues and review easy-to-understand judicial opinions that reinforce the topics within each chapter. From fundamental concepts to emerging legal topics, INTRODUCTION TO LAW, and accompanying print and digital MindTap resources, help you thoroughly understand legal terminology, principles of law and key cases that are impacting society -- and so many professions -- today.

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Cengage Learning EMEA

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Law Theory & Practice

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Law

Cover
Title Page
Copyright Page
Brief Contents
Contents
TABLE OF CASES
PREFACE
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
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: SUBSTANTIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
CHAPTER 6: JURISDICTION
CHAPTER 7: THE LEGAL PROFESSIONAL
CHAPTER 8: THE LAW OF ETHICS
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
APPENDICES
APPENDIX Important Resources
Glosary
INDEX

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