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Introduction to American Law provides an overview of the legal system in the United States. It is designed for leaners who have little familiarity with U.S. law.

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Table of Contents

Obsah
About the Author
About the Contributing Reviewer
Background of U.S. Law in the United States
Why Study the Law?
What is a Law? What is a Legal System?
The Development of Legal Authority in the United States
The Declaration of Independence
The Constitution of the United States
Summary
Key Terms
Chapter Discussion Questions
Additional Learning Opportunities
Test Your Learning
Federal and State Court Systems
Categories and Classifications of Law
Overview of the U.S. Court System
The Federal Court System
Jurisdiction of the Federal Courts
The State Court System
Reading and Understanding a Court Opinion
Types of Court Opinions
Summary
Key Terms
Chapter Discussion Questions
Additional Learning Opportunities
Test Your Learning
The Civil Litigation Process
Introduction to Civil Litigation
Filing the Complaint
Class Actions
Discovery Process
The Pre-Trial Process
Alternative Dispute Resolution
The Trial
Jury Instructions
The Appellate Process
Summary
Key Terms
Chapter Discussion Questions
Additional Learning Opportunities
The Criminal Trial Process
Introduction to Criminal Law
Jurisdiction over Crimes
Classifications of Crime
Elements of a Crime
Types of Crimes
Defenses to Criminal Liability
Arrest and Interrogation
The Pre-Trial Process
The Criminal Trial
Sentencing
Summary
Key Terms
Chapter Discussion Questions
Ethical Considerations
Additional Learning Opportunities
Test Your Learning
Ethics and the Legal Professional
The Legal Professional
Model Rules of Professional Conduct
Attorney-Client Relationship
The Attorney Advocate
Unauthorized Practice of Law (UPL)
Advertising and Solicitation of Clients
The Discipline Process
Summary
Key Terms
Chapter Discussion Questions
Additional Learning Opportunities
Appendix A
Test Your Learning
Appendix B
The Constitution of the United States
Appendix C
The Constitution: Amendments 11–27
Endnotes

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OL25764023M
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9788740305548

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