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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Insight 1
Analyze the organization and functions of the U.S. system of government, including the roles of the judicial, legislative, and executive branches in creating and applying law.
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Apply fundamental principles of substantive law, such as torts, contracts, and criminal law, to analyze legal scenarios and identify relevant terminology and key cases.
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Evaluate the procedural issues, jurisdictional considerations, and ethical responsibilities that govern legal practice within the American legal system.
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Table of contents
- 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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