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  • Outline of Evidence

    Note: this entry is based in United States law I. Burdens and Presumptions a. Burden of Proof i. Burden of pleading 1. You have to plead a claim, to state a claim for which relief can be granted ii. Burden of production 1. Must introduce evidence to support your claim in your pleading iii. Burden…

  • Burden of Proof

    Introduction Burden of Proof, in law, responsibility for proving a disputed charge or allegation. In criminal trials, the prosecution has the heavy burden of proving guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. In civil trials, the burden on the plaintiff is less rigorous. (1) For information on: […]

  • Burden of Proof

    Introduction Burden of Proof, in law, responsibility for proving a disputed charge or allegation. In criminal trials, the prosecution has the heavy burden of proving guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. In civil trials, the burden on the plaintiff is less rigorous. (1) For information on: […]

  • Family law questions

    Family law questions What can be done to prevent injury or irreparable harm during the pendency of the lawsuit? Did James Madison attend college? After the death of a spouse can a man marry his stepdaughter? What was breach of promise? What are seals currently used for? What is an acknowledgement of paternity? Do states…

  • Education

    "The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn." — Alvin Toffler See Education links History of Education In the following treatment of this subject, the theory and early history of education is […]

  • Dictionary of Essential Legal Terms

    The Dictionary of Essential Legal Terms Details of The Dictionary of Essential Legal Terms Author: Amy Hackney Blackwell Date of publishing: 2008 Publisher: Sphinx Publishing, An imprint of Sourcebooks, Inc, Naperville, Illinois 60567-4410, United States Contents of The Dictionary of Essential Legal Terms Abandon Abatable Nuisance Abate Abatement of a Legacy Abatement of Taxes Abdicate…

  • Extradition of Fugitive

    Extradition of Fugitive Alleging Failure to Comply With Requirements of Extradition Treaty in 2011 United States views on international law (based on the document "Digest of U.S. Practice in International Law"): On December 20, 2011, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit […]

  • Dictionary of Law consisting of Judicial Definitions and Explanations of Words, Phrases and Maxims

    Dictionary of Law consisting of Judicial Definitions and Explanations of Words, Phrases and Maxims Full Title A Dictionary of Law, Consisting of Judicial Definitions and Explanations of Words, Phrases and Maxims and an Exposition of the Principles of Law: Comprising a Dictionary and Compendium of American and English Jurisprudence Details Author: William C. Anderson (United…

  • Certificate of Citizenship

    Passports: Edwards v. Bryson in 2013 United States views on international law [1] in relation to Passports: Edwards v. Bryson: The Third Circuit reaffirmed its holding in Moreno in another case decided on August 26, 2013, Edwards v. Bryson, No. 12-3670, 2013 WL 4504783 (3d Cir. Aug. 26, […]

  • Certificate of Citizenship

    Passports: Edwards v. Bryson in 2013 United States views on international law [1] in relation to Passports: Edwards v. Bryson: The Third Circuit reaffirmed its holding in Moreno in another case decided on August 26, 2013, Edwards v. Bryson, No. 12-3670, 2013 WL 4504783 (3d Cir. Aug. 26, […]

  • Deprivation of Nationality

    U.S. Response to Questions on Deprivation of Nationality From the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights in 2013 United States views on international law [1] in relation to U.S. Response to Questions on Deprivation of Nationality From the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights: In February […]

  • Tort Claims

    Tort Making tort ClaimsIntroduction to Tort ClaimsThe person who brings (files) the tort claim-the injured party-is known as the plaintiff. The person accused of causing the harm is called the defendant (or tortfeasor). To recover damages under any tort claim, the injured party mus…

  • Outline of Trust and Estates

    Outline of Trust and Estates Note: this is based in United States law I. POLICY AND INTRODUCTION A. Dead Hand Control 1. Controlling consideration in determining meaning of a donative document is donor’s intention 2. Courts cannot consider wisdom, fairness, or reasonableness of donation 3. Courts can only bar donations if they are prohibited or…

  • Trade law Part 57

    Trade law Part 57   601 Book Reviews and Notices Irish Jurist Volume 38, 2003 p.393 LAW JOURNAL / LAW REVIEW Hood, The Death Penalty, A Worldwide Perspective; O’Leary, Employment Law at the European Court of Justice. Judicial Structures, Policies and Processes; Dillon, International Trade and Economic Law and the European Union; Mousourakis, The Historical…

  • Legal cases relating to a car accident

    Legal cases relating to a car accident It is recommended to hire an Attorney or seek legal counsel through one of the social agencies providing legal assistance. If you cannot hire an Attorney , consider coming to court to review proceedings well in advance of your trial date. This list is merely an overview of…