...The economic value of a law degree “The Economic Value of a Law Degree” from The Journal of Legal Studies, Vol.43, No.2 (June 2014), Michael Simkovic and Frank Mcintyre, suggests a law degree to be more beneficial than a four- year bachelor degree. Primarily focusing on students who have thought of going into law, however, were conflicted due to criticism around, tuition and employment upon graduating. The article conveys with data gathered by various reliable sources suggesting earning a degree in law is a better financial decision than ending with a four -year bachelor degree. Along with data gathered from government agencies supporting higher earnings with a law degree, an 18- year study also suggested lower unemployment rates and disability rates for law degree holders therefore, suggesting a law degree is more beneficial than a four- year bachelor degree. In support of the article, statistics from government agencies such as U.S. Department of Education and U.S. Census Bureau support their claim that law degrees have value over bachelor degrees. Displaying examples of earnings premium even at its lowest with a law degree VS a four -year bachelor degree. Even gathering data from people with law degrees that do not practice law suggest a higher earnings premium. Gathering data from three separate reliable sources the authors were able to support the article with facts. Since the article is aimed at hopeful law students or conflicted students the input of various government...
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...should be upheld during all provable evident circumstances of theft. Theft in Law is specifically defined as the physical removal of an object that is capable of being stolen without the consent of the owner of it permanently; The intent needs to clearly exhibit that he/she is not intending to keep any such property, values, or money to themselves, destroy it, or sell it. Larceny is the act of any individual or trespasser removing personal goods or possessions of another with...
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...expansion in law in India. The Supreme Court has replaced the judicial committee of the Privy Council as the highest court in India. The High Courts are increased and the judges are also increased frequently. Law made crucial and vital role in the democratic society so not only the lawyers, the law teachers and the judges are concern about the Law and also the people who residing in our country. Law serve as the rules which is to be followed then it makes the economic and social change to the democratic country. The rule of law will be strengthened in India by promoting legal education and research in law. The lawyers are the pillars for the reformation of the society. The Constitution of India is the written guidelines for the lawyers. The Fundamental rights are the written human rights for the people so after enacting the Constitution of India in 1950 the Constitutional litigation increased. The socio-economic scene has also become active; with the ushering in of five year plans, great expansion of industry and commerce has taken place and a host of socio-economic laws have been enacted. Law is now being largely used by the people for their improvement socio-economic conditions. The public interest litigation become increased so the role of lawyers now viewed in larger prospective before the courts. “A citizen to be effective in enjoyment of his civic capacities, needs a basic knowledge of at least some aspects of law. Officials and others who perform important law roles, e.g...
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...At KLE Society’s Gurusiddappa Kotambri Law College, we believe that the quest for knowledge is best facilitated by creating the right environment and enabling interaction. You will find that our well-stocked library triggers off discussions not just in the classrooms but in the canteen and hostel common room as well. The sharing of ideals is extended through legal awareness programs and model Parliment that you will participate in. Your community life is not restricted to the field of law alone but finds expression on the sports field and cultural arena as well. Library over 10,000 volumes and journals College campus and provide a homely environment including mess facilities. Open from 9 am to 5 pm on working days Legal Aid Clinic Fully computerized for quick and easy access to titles The College is actively involved in the endeavour to spread e-Library with online connectivity and a large offline database legal awareness amongst the student community. Trained Educational Tours students visit other colleges to deliver lectures on legal topics. Counseling Cell Legal Aid and Legal Literacy Camps too are a regular feature. Placement Cell Model Lok Sabha NSS Unit Regular cultural activities and participation in external and Health insurance for students internal competitions Hostels Active sports committee to encourage participation in indoor For outstation students, the College provides separate hostels to and outdoor games accommodate both girls and boys. The hostels are located...
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...Jasmine Rowe Mr. Williams Law Office Management 3 February 2016 My Law Office Visit The law firm which I chose to visit for my law office project was the Law Office of Ness & Jett. I learned so much on my law office visit. The Ness & Jett law firm has two attorneys: Richard B. Ness and Norma A.J. Jett. Richard is a native of Bamberg, South Carolina. He graduated from the University Of South Carolina with a Bachelor of Science in Finance in 1979, and from the University Of South Carolina School Of Law with a Juris Doctor degree in 1982. He is a member of the South Carolina Bar Association and argues before the United States Supreme Court, United States Courts of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, and the United States District Court for the District Court of South Carolina. Richard engages in general practice with an emphasis on civil trial practice (including medical malpractice and criminal law). Mr. Ness is a certified mediator and has served for twenty eight years as a special referee for the second judicial circuit presiding by court appointment over non-jury trials. He was the chair of the South Carolina Supreme Court Committee on Character and Fitness for nine years, (2004-2012), and remains an active member. Mr. Ness is an advocate on the American Board of Trial Advocates, and member of the South Carolina Association for Justice and the American Association for Justice. Partnered with Mr. Ness is Attorney Norma A.J. Jett. Norma is a native of Denmark, South...
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...Ashley Mayes Criminal Law Essay 3 23 February 2014 Ashley Mayes Criminal Law Essay 3 23 February 2014 Crimes against Property: Larceny Crimes against Property: Larceny Crime against property means a crime that destroys or deprives an owner of property against the owner's will. These crimes are considered less serious than violent crimes, or crimes against persons. Crimes against property are not as obvious as they sound. Although they deal with damage or theft of physical property, sometimes they also involve harm or threat to individuals. When people are involved, the penalties for crimes against property can increase a great deal. The crime I am going to specifically talk about is larceny. I will discuss the physical properties of it, the statutes in the state of Ohio, and the common law definition of larceny. Larceny is a crime against property, and is a form of theft. It is the” unlawful taking, and carrying away of another’s tangible personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of the same. “It is also considered a crime against possession. The taking element requires that the offender take actual physical control of the property without the consent of the owner. If the offender merely deprives the victim of possession, it is not larceny. The offender must have gained control over the property and that control must be complete. The offender must have taken the property with the intent to steal it. And the intention required is one intended...
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...the crime. The people who enforce these punishments make up the criminal justice system. Three of the main parts of the criminal justice system are law enforcement, the courts and prisons. Law enforcement includes jobs such as sheriffs and patrol officers.The court system offers careers in law. Correctional facilities and prisons include jobs such as counseling and correctional officers. There are many jobs involved in law enforcement. The sheriff, the highest-ranking officer in law enforcement, oversees the entire department. The sheriff is an elected office that is voted on by the citizens of the county. Once elected a sheriff holds a four year term. After the four-year term a sheriff can be reelected an unlimited amount of times. The sheriff has several duties both in his office and outdoors. These duties include uniformed patrol, crime prevention, and criminal investigations. The sheriff also has some of the duties of a patrol officer such as apprehending violators of the law and assisting in prosecutions. Two basic requirements of a sheriff are that you must be a United States citizen and you must not have any prior felony convictions. In Washington State the average salary for a sheriff is about $4005 per month. A law enforcement or patrol officer maintains law and order in a certain area. People who are interested in becoming a...
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...and is not insane. In the state of Michigan Stu Dents would be getting the charge of first degree murder since he had committed murder but also the charge of kidnapping and robbery as well. In this case Stu Dents is not mentally incapable and is more than willing to stand trial for the actions that he committed that night. Although he was talking about aliens when he hit the officer does not mean that he is mentally incapable as he was probably just trying to save himself from being charged with a long sentence. It is very clear that Mr. Dents had committed the murder especially since many of her items were found at his home along with many different drugs. Even though there was no sign of forced entry there is still enough evidence to place him at the scene of the crime with the diary with him talking about things to buy and also having her belongings in his possession at his house as well. Here in Florida Mr. Dents would have been charged with First degree murder- due to the act being premeditated- the prosecution will have to show Mr. Dent’s specific intent to kill by stabbing the victim 13 times. The journal that Mr. Dent had in his home along with the photos of the victim will show, how he stalked her as well. This charge is a capital offense in Florida and the State may choose to seek the death penalty. For punching the officer Mr. Dent would be charged with Battery on a law enforcement...
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...OTHER COUNTRIES ...........................................................................15 5 THE ADVOCATES' PROFESSION .................................................................19 6 THE LEGAL ADVISER ....................................................................................21 7 CAREERS OFFERED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE ...................22 8. ANNEXURE ‘A’ ................................................................................................29 1. THE ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE IN SOUTH AFRICA The legal administration, i.e. those persons and institutions involved in the application and execution of the law and the judgments of the Court, is no less essential to the administration of justice than is the law, and is as much part of our legal heritage as the law itself.1 The legal administration in South Africa is comprised of: 1.1. The Courts: i) ii) iii) iv) v) vi) vii) viii) ix) x) xi) xii) xiii) xiv) Constitutional Court; Supreme Court of Appeal; High Court; Labour Appeal Court; Labour Court; Land Claims Court; Special Income Tax Court; Competition Appeal Court; Magistrates’ Court; Divorce Court; Equality Court; Small Claims Court; Community Courts and Courts of Chiefs and Headmen; and Other specialised courts/tribunals. 1.2 Officers of the Court in the Private Sector: i) ii) Attorneys; and Advocates. 1.3 Administrative Officers under various Governmental Departments: Department of...
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...usually incorrectly. Some people say animals or even trees get murdered, but under the law it is not murder unless a human takes the life of another human. Homicide is a lawful term for any killing of a human being by another human being. Homicide itself is not automatically a crime, some homicides are legal, such as the justifiable killing of a suspect by the police or a killing in self-defense. Unlawful homicides are classified as crimes like murder and manslaughter. This paper will explain the important but often overlooked distinctions between murder and manslaughter, and the different variations of both crimes. When we look at “murder” we must also look at the different degrees of murder which are a reflection of the intent or severity of a certain murder charge. The most common degrees of murder are 1st degree murder and 2nd degree murder and in some cases what we call “capital murder”. Regardless of the label on the degree of the murder committed, the general idea is to increase the punishment with the degree. The more inhumane the killing is, or the motive associated behind the killing, then the greater the punishment and degree is for the murder. We must first understand what murder is: Murder is the killing of one human by another that is intentional, unlawful, and done with “malice aforethought” or in other words, premeditated. Malice aforethought is a key element in determining the degree of the murder committed. This state of mind during the act can provide evidence that...
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...CRIMINAL JUSTICE What can I do with this degree? AREAS SOCIAL SERVICES Corrections Counseling Juvenile Justice Casework Administration Probations & Parole Victim Advocacy EMPLOYERS State and federal correction facilities County jails Precinct station houses Prison camps Youth correction facilities Medium-security correction facilities Voluntary correction facilities Halfway houses and pre-release programs Reintegration programs Alternative schools Juvenile detention centers Juvenile group homes Women’s and family shelters Domestic violence agencies Immigration and naturalization services Other nonprofit organizations STRATEGIES Seek courses or training in topics such as victimology, social problems, diversity issues, or grieving. Supplement curriculum with courses in psychology, sociology, or social work. Gain experience working with a juvenile population in any capacity (i.e., sports teams, summer camp counselor, parks and recreation programs, and community/religious youth groups). Gain related experience in employment interviewing, social casework, substance abuse, and rehabilitation. Learn to work well with people of diverse backgrounds. Consider learning a second language. Maintain a blemish-free driving and criminal record. Gain firearms and self-defense training. Earn a master’s degree in social work or counseling for therapy positions. Obtain a masters degree in criminal justice or business for upper-level positions in facilities management or administration...
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...is a legal term that applies to anything offensive to morals and is often equated with the term pornography lewdness | | obscene behavior | | http://www.flsenate.gov/laws/statutes/2011/796.07* 1. How is prostitution defined in your state? Select a state where prostitution is illegal, if it is legal in your state. What is the punishment for prostitutes in that state? What is the punishment for the clients of prostitutes? What is the punishment for those who hire prostitutes? Include references. In the state of Florida prostitution is defined as giving or receiving the body for sexual activity for hire but does not include sexual activity between spouses. The punishment for prostitution in Florida carries a minor sentence, which is why there is often repeat offenses. In most cases a person arrested for prostitution is normally arrested, booked, spends the night in jail and then released the next day. Not a lot of attention is given to prostitution unless it is linked to other crimes because the prisons and jails are already so full of more serious criminals. The first offense is a 2nd degree misdemeanor, the second offense is a 1st degree misdemeanor and three or more offenses is a 3rd felony. When a person hires a prostitute or becomes the client of a prostitute it is a 2nd degree misdemeanor up to a 3rd felony and a $500 fine. (a) “Prostitution” means the giving or receiving of the body for sexual activity for hire but excludes sexual activity between spouses...
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...TO: Sarah May, Nurse FROM: Accountant DATE: November 9, 2011 RE: Deductible Educational Expenses FACTS: Sarah May graduated in 1988 from St. John Fisher College with a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing, and soon after became a registered nurse. From 1988-2004, Sarah held a couple nursing jobs, both of which were of a supervisor or manager position. In 2004, Sarah began her current position as a Quality Control Coordinator, which is a nonsupervisory position and did not require an MBA degree. In 2005, Sarah decided to enroll in an MBA program at St. John Fisher College, after feeling at a disposition with her educational background as a Quality Control Coordinator. Sarah’s peer group at work was more educated, many of whom were educated doctors. Sarah graduated in May 2009 with an MBA degree in Health Care Management. Sarah paid for her tuition during the course of the MBA program, and during the 2009 taxable year, she paid $6,500 in educational expenses. ISSUE: Did Sarah May meet the minimum educational requirements necessary to deduct the educational expenses she incurred in 2009, and are these expenses supportive of her desire to maintain or improve current job skills by not qualifying her for a new trade or business? LAW: Under IRC §162(a) a taxpayer may deduct all ordinary and necessary expenses paid or incurred during the taxable year in carrying on a trade or business. Further guidance is provided under Treasury Regulation §1.162-5(a) for...
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... Laws concerning public safety and the privacy of individuals contradict one another. A question arises from the situation in regard to whether public safety or individual privacy receives a higher priority based on situations that are individualistic. Although the Fourth Amendment provides protection for the citizens of the United States, there is room for occurrences of crime although the amendment reduces law enforcement’s efforts at crime reduction methods and access to evidence. During the last decade, the Supreme Court made rulings in regard to public safety, privacy, and sex offenders. This paper will debate and analyze two Supreme Court cases; People v. Cintron, and Connecticut Department of Public Safety v. Doe. This paper will also summarize the Supreme Court decisions along with the implications these cases have in regard to social police in the area of public safety. Changes to the approaches taken by law enforcement personnel in regard to individual rights and public safety have taken place because of rulings by the United States Supreme Court. Agencies have additional authority over the protection and application of civil rights, which in some instances bring into question if there is a violation of an individual’s Fourth Amendment rights. In the past, the shattering of privacy rights and changes made by recent Supreme Court rulings and law makers intrigue privacy rights and civil activists. The...
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...Propositions to be proven to take a deduction under IRC section 162(a): -Must be expenditures for education (including research undertaken as part of an educational program) -the education must: - maintain or improve skills required by taxpayer in their employment or other trade or business OR -meet the express requirements of the taxpayers employer, or the requirements of applicable law or regulations, imposed as a condition to the retention by the taxpayer of an established employment relationship, status, or rate of compensation -the education must not be: -education for Minimum education requirements, or -education for qualification for a new trade or business I. Citation: Rev. Rul. 74-78, 1974-1 C.B. 44 II. Facts: The taxpayer, a dentist engaged in general dental practice, returned to dental school for...
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