Introduction to Law, 7th edition
- Joanne B. Hames
- , Yvonne Ekern
- , Hannah Barnhorn
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Introduction to Law will guide you through the start of your law education, offering a solid foundation in basic legal systems, principles and concepts. By learning to read cases, you’ll begin to truly comprehend the rules of law, while developing a strong legal vocabulary and analytical skills. In addition, you’ll become familiar with key cases, statutes and regulations, as well as the Constitution, as the source of all US laws.
The 7th Edition has more than 30 new and updated cases highlighting new and revised US statutes. This edition also explores modern applications of technology in law practice, including uses of AI mechanisms and federal rules affecting e-discovery. Updated legal forms and statutory law have been added on the topics of family law and sex discrimination.
Published by Pearson (March 21st 2024) - Copyright © 2025
ISBN-13: 9780138198015
Subject: Paralegal Studies
Category: Introduction to Law
PART 1: THE LEGAL SYSTEM
- Introduction to Law
- The U.S. Legal System
- The Courts and Legal Personnel
- Finding the Law: Legal Research
- Using the Law: Analysis and Legal Writing
PART 2: LEGAL PRINCIPLES
- Constitutional Law & Civil Rights
- Tort Law
- Family Law
- Estate Planning: Wills, Trusts, and Probate
- Contract Law
- Property Law
- The Business Environment: Agency, Employment, Business Organizations, and Bankruptcy Laws
- Civil Procedure Before Trial
- Criminal Practice: Criminal Law and Juvenile Law
- Criminal Procedure Before Trial
- Rules of Evidence
- The Trial
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
APPENDICES
- Law-Related Careers, the Paralegal Profession, and the Law Office
- Mock Trial
- Legal Citation
Glossary