Category: Law 2955
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Cloward and Ohlin Concept of ‘Illegitimate Means’
Cloward and Ohlin found some of the theories limited and flawed by examining the influence of social conditions on crime rates in different areas and social groups. Scientists agreed that poverty is a factor that increases the crime rate but also tried to explain why young offenders choose a certain type of crime (Lilly, Cullen,…
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Taking Action in Anti-Oppressive Advocacy
Table of Contents Introduction Summary and Overview Insights and New Questions Critical Reflection Conclusion and Recommendations Reference Introduction For the first review, I have chosen the fifth chapter of the Advocacy in practice book devoted to direct actions on all levels of anti-oppressive advocacy practice. My initial intent for reading this book was to grasp…
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Kidnapping: The People v. Chessman Case Analysis
Table of Contents Introduction Facts Decision Alternative Solution Conclusion References Introduction Human trafficking and kidnapping are severe crimes characterized by involuntary servitude and causing harm to a person or using an individual for forced labor. The cases of this crime are numerous since the decisions differ depending on the perspectives and interpretation of the laws.…
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Thomas Perez, as Secretary of the Department of Labor
The organization of the Department of Labor is the Department whose activity is based on the workers’ development and providing services for protection. It creates a security system for American workers, provides unemployment insurance, helps veterans, and provides job-related training (Datla, 2015). The Department of Labor has its specific organizational structure. The main offices are…
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The U.S. Correctional System’s Role and Functions
The US correctional system is a complex of special institutions that implement state policy in the field of the execution of punishments for crimes. Jails and community-based confinement facilities for offenders’ rehabilitation and resocialization are under the jurisdiction of municipalities and county governments. Each correctional institution is assigned a security level from one to four.…
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Researching of Employment Law: Advantages and Disadvantages
Table of Contents Summary Advantages Disadvantages Reference Summary Governments adopted different laws and regulations to determine relationships between employers and workers, protect consumers, prevent corruption, and promote a secure work environment. The principal purpose of employment law is to defend employees from various forms of labor exploitation, discrimination, and harassment. It guarantees the fundamental employee…
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Legal Analysis: Limitations in Contracts for Sale
Table of Contents Issues Rule Application Conclusion Works Cited This case involves a dispute between Bella Swan and Edward Cullen regarding a home that Bella purchased. After several attempts to resolve the issue, Bella has decided to file a lawsuit seeking damages of $1.9 million plus another $2,750,000 for medical costs, pain and suffering, and…
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Women in Mississippi Undergoing Hysterectomies: Law Case
Abstract Despite reported cases of women undergoing hysterectomy without being sufficiently informed, only three states have enacted informed consent laws aimed at providing more information concerning any alternative treatments. In addition, there exists a deficiency in the study of hysterectomy, which would be required to inform changes in related policies and legislation to improve US…
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Chapter 6 of “Advocacy in Practice” by Rempel
Table of Contents Introduction Summary of the Content Strengths Weaknesses My Impressions Connection Suggestion and Recommendation Conclusion Reference Introduction In the book written by Rempel (2017), Advocacy in Practice: Creating a culture of social change in human services, section six is titled “Advocacy stories” and extends from pages 129 to 151. In addition, the book…
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The DREAM Act: Development and Education for Alien Minors
The DREAM (Dream, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors) Act is an American law that was first accented to in 2001 by the Senate. This act provided residency options for immigrant minors whose character was considered exemplary. This law applies only to young immigrant adults of good conduct and who have successfully passed the US…