law

Presents a comprehensive study of the various careers connected with the law including paralegals, lawyers, judges, court reporters, law librarians, and mediators and discusses their qualifications and salary scale.

A debate-style reader introducing students to controversies in law, reflecting a variety of viewpoints.

Briefly discusses the legal rights of individuals, emphasizing real-life situations in which teenagers may find themselves.

Details ten memorable court cases from throughout history, including Liebeck versus McDonald's Restaurants, the Tennessee Valley Authority versus Hill, and Brown versus the Board of Education of Topeka.

Surveys the history, decisions, justices, and controversies of the highest court in the land.

Presents biographical and career sketches of ten successful practitioners working in the fields related to government and the law, with advice on career planning and hints for landing a job.

Introduces careers in the field of law such as lawyer, police officer, paralegal, and special agent, using portraits of various people in the field.

Text and color photos introduce the process of community lawmaking, explaining why rules are important and covering such topics as judges, town meetings, and citizens' rights and responsibilities.

A collection of writings in which celebrated American lawyer Clarence Darrow examines a wide range of topics related to Americans' civil liberties, religious beliefs, and civic life.

Discusses law and the administration of the criminal justice system in the United States.