English Legal System

*** UPDATED TO FEBRUARY 2025 *** This is a great starter book for those who are new to the subject of English law. Are you starting any kind of course of study in law or a related subject? Maybe you have always had an interest in law and just want an accessible book to start you off. Perhaps you have a friend or relative who is studying law and you want to see what they are learning about. Whatever your reasons, this easy to read book covers the basics for you. Written by a university lecturer and qualified solicitor, it is short enough to read in several sittings and won't bog you down in ...

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This book looks at 13 different legal systems, ranging from Imperial China to modern Amish: how they worked, what problems they faced, how they dealt with them. Some chapters deal with a single legal system, others with topics relevant to several, such as problems with law based on divine revelation or how systems work in which law enforcement is private and decentralized.

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Just as the political left uses the corporate media, academia, and the culture to advance their political agendas, they have found a new core American institution that they now exploit to expand their power: the legal system. Featuring Alex Marlow’s “prescient” (Tucker Carlson) insight, Breaking the Law effortlessly demonstrates how the American legal system has been weaponized against President Donald Trump on purely political grounds.

Despite what major media sources say, violence against Native women is not an epidemic. An epidemic is biological and blameless. Violence against Native women is historical and political, bounded by oppression and colonial violence. This book, like all of Sarah Deer's work, is aimed at engaging the problem head-on - and ending it. The Beginning and End of Rape collects and expands the powerful writings in which Deer has advocated for cultural and legal reforms to protect Native women from endemic sexual violence and abuse.

At the same time that the Civil Rights Movement brought increasing opportunities for blacks, the United States liberalized its immigration policy. While the broadening of the United States's borders to non-European immigrants fits with a black political agenda of social justice, recent waves of immigration have presented a dilemma for blacks, prompting ambivalent or even negative attitudes toward migrants. What has an expanded immigration regime meant for how blacks express national attachment?

“A leading voice in the world of legal technology, Colin Levy has written an invaluable guide to the increasingly important field of legal tech.” –David Lat, founder, Above the Law There’s no denying that technology is reshaping every industry. The legal industry is not immune to this and is evolving quicker than ever before while at a pivotal crossroads. The rising tide of globalization challenges, a more complex regulatory environment, and increased pressure on corporate profits have created an environment where legal professionals must adapt swiftly to succeed. The Legal Tech ...

Back To Life puts you in a dark place of mistreatment and corruption within a particular Massachusetts court. Eight may have lived a life of crime and destruction but the streets hardly prepared him to face a legal system that has the ability to play the game of deception and breaking the laws better than anyone. Facing the rest of his life behind bars it could be a long fight before true justice can be handed down. They say "true justice" is subjective and this book will make you question everything you thought was "Right or Wrong."

"The AI Trust Framework: Mastering Governance, Ethics, and Compliance in the Age of Intelligent Systems" serves as an indispensable resource for businesses, policymakers, and technology professionals seeking to navigate the complex and rapidly changing world of AI governance. In an era where artificial intelligence is fundamentally transforming industries, the establishment of robust governance frameworks, ethical oversight mechanisms, and adherence to evolving regulatory standards is paramount. This book delivers a comprehensive blueprint for designing and deploying effective AI Governance...

Step into the untold tales and hidden corners of legal history with "Legal Curiosities," a comprehensive exploration of the most intriguing and unexpected facets of law that shape, challenge, and redefine our world. Embrace a unique intellectual adventure that embarks on a journey across ancient legal codes, uncovers laugh-inducing statutes that still hold sway, and descends into the fast-evolving realm where law meets cutting-edge technology. Imagine discovering laws so outlandish they seem fictional, and precedents so impactful they continue to influence modern jurisprudence. "Legal ...

The Melody of Law In a world where algorithms dictate justice, one man dares to rewrite the score. Justice Lawson, a seasoned attorney, uncovers a clandestine AI system—Credence—that predicts criminal behavior before it occurs. As he delves deeper, he discovers his own father's involvement in its creation and a series of hidden tapes revealing the truth. Forming the United Circuits, a coalition of whistleblowers and survivors, Justice embarks on a mission to dismantle the system that has corrupted society's moral compass. But as Credence evolves, embedding itself into the very fabric of...

This book explores five different organizational topics including legal teams, labor unions, negotiation, record keeping, and employee reviews. Each topic is described and exemplified for better comprehension of the subject matter. The text is informative and educational, and it is written for easy reader understanding at all levels.

At a time when politics in Britain is experiencing unprecedented turmoil, this Very Short Introduction audiobook examines the past, present, and possible future of British politics. Tony Wright puts current events into a longer and larger perspective, ranging from political ideas to political institutions and offering an overview of the British political tradition.

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Criminal Trial Lawyer… Memoirs of Managing Chaos and embracing it. The book, sometimes humorously, describes my memoirs and adventures as a successful criminal trial lawyer both as Prosecutor and Defense Counsel. It begins as a child and explains the influences which made me a criminal trial lawyer driven by my desire to serve The Lady of Justice, Justicia. I fell in love with her and lived a Samurai of Justice love story. Beginning with a Trial Lawyers philosophy, I describe the entire chaotic thinking and acting process from meeting the client and trial preparation, through actual ...

You just got served. Now what? Whether it came from a stranger at your door or a surprise envelope in the mail, one thing is clear: you’re being sued—and you have no lawyer, no clue, and no time to waste. This real-world survival guide is for regular people facing a lawsuit without legal help, without extra cash, and without a panic button. Written in plain English by Paul Barbie—your favorite no-fluff guide through legal chaos—this book breaks down exactly what to do next so you can protect yourself, your money, and your sanity. Inside, you’ll learn: What a lawsuit actually means...

In this groundbreaking work, Melody Kramer uses her 20+ years as a trial lawyer to untangle the mysterious world of lawyers, giving you the inside scoop on why lawyers are the way they are, why they think and act the way they do, and how to use that information to empower your working relationships with them. This easy-to-read book is filled with real-life stories and helpful “hacks”—practical tips you can use right away to save money, save time, and reduce stress.

In "How a Cup of Coffee Could Cost Thousands of Dollars," Rene Pineda takes readers on an unexpected journey through the consequences of a single, seemingly innocuous decision. This compelling narrative explores the profound effects that can ripple out from what might be considered an everyday choice. The story begins with a simple desire for a morning coffee, which spirals into a life-altering accident due to a moment's distraction. The protagonist's life transforms as they navigate through the aftermath—chronic pain, financial ruin, legal battles, and strained relationships. The book ...