Law 101: An Essential Reference for Your Everyday Legal Questions
Language: English
Published by Sourcebooks, Inc, 2009
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A solid reference for both the everyday and the unexpected legal issues, written by practicing attorneys Law 101 is an essential reference that explains: How laws are made How the court system works How each area of the law impacts your daily life Key information for important questions: How does a lawsuit begin? How do civil and criminal law differ? When do state laws trump federal laws? What makes a contract solid? What can you expect if called as a juror? What can you expect if called as a witness? And other complex areas of the law that you need to know. No home reference shelf is complete without this indispensible guide. The new edition also includes information on legal subjects that have become more important recently, including alternative dispute resolution, privacy rights, and Internet law.
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- Title
- Law 101: An Essential Reference for Your Everyday Legal Questions
- Author
- Brien Roche
- Publisher
- Sourcebooks, Inc
- Publication year
- 2009
- Condition
- Good
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1402226683
- ISBN 13
- 9781402226687
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
You don't need a law degree to understand your rights―just this book.
Whether you're signing a lease, responding to a court summons, or simply want to know what the law says, Law 101 (2nd Edition) is your essential plain-English guide to America's legal system. Written by seasoned attorney Brien A. Roche with John and Sean Roche, this trusted reference demystifies civil and criminal law, contracts, torts, constitutional rights, and more―making it easy for anyone to grasp core legal concepts.
Gain confidence, protect your rights, and act with clarity in everyday legal situations.
Perfect for students, professionals, and curious readers, this updated edition covers:
- Civil and criminal law, constitutional rights, and contract essentials
- Real-world examples that show how laws apply to daily life
- Fast, Q&A-style structure to quickly answer common legal questions
- Practical guidance on juries, lawsuits, tenant issues, and self-representation
- Expanded topics on Internet law, privacy, and dispute resolution
Used in classrooms and praised by readers as "layperson-friendly" and "invaluable," Law 101 equips you to make smarter decisions and advocate for yourself with confidence.
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About the Author
Brien A. Roche is a practicing attorney in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. He has been practicing law since 1976. He is a graduate of Georgetown University and a graduate of the George Washington University Law School. After college, he served in the United States Marine Corps, and thereafter served as a patrol officer with the Washington, D.C. police department (known as the Metropolitan Police Department of Washington, D.C.).
Since 1976, Mr. Roche has been engaged in the general practice of law in the tri-state area surrounding Washington, D.C. Licensed in Virginia, Maryland, and the District of Columbia, his litigation practice incorporates all facets of the law.
He is the author of two professional legal texts that are published by Lexis Publishing Company. The Virginia Tort Case Finder, is a title well-recognized by Virginia lawyers and judges. The second book, The Virginia Domestic Relations Case Finder, is a must-have reference for all family law practicioners in the state of Virginia.
In addition, Mr. Roche has also authored several articles in legal publications and has lectured at numerous continuing legal education seminars around the state of Virginia.
For more information about Mr. Roche, please visit his website at https://www.brienrochelaw.com.
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