American Law and Legal Systems - Softcover

Calvi, James V.; Coleman, Susan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0130993115 ISBN 13: 9780130993113

Publisher: Prentice Hall, 2003

Synopsis

This volume presents a clear examination of the philosophy of law within a political, social, and economic framework. Coverage introduces readers to operative legal concepts, everyday law practices, substantive procedures, and the intricacies of the American legal system. Eliminating confusing legalese, the authors skillfully explain the basics—from how a lawsuit is filed to the final appeal—and review English legal roots. The survey addresses history and the law, court organization, procedure and evidence, limitations, constitutional law, criminal law, administrative law, environmental law, torts, contracts, and property law. For those interested in a greater understanding of the American legal system.

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From the Publisher:

This text presents a clear examination of the philosophy of law within a political, social and economic framework. Coverage introduces readers to operative legal concepts, everyday law practices, substantive procedures, and the intricacies of the American legal system. Eliminating confusing legalese, the authors skillfully explain the basics--from how a lawsuit is filed to the final appeal--and review English legal roots.

About the Author:

James V. Calvi is Professor of Political Science at West Texas A&M University.

Susan Coleman is Director of Criminal Justice Program at West Texas A&M University.

About this edition

• Publisher: Prentice Hall
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0130993115
• ISBN 13: 9780130993113
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 5
• Number of pages: 372