There are three main defences, namely voluntary assumption of risk, contributory negligence, and dangerous recreational activity. From the perspective of a defendant, what are the advantages and disadvantages of seeking to rely on each defence when compared to the others? Consider in particular the elements that need to be proved (and by who), the ease […]

The case of Russakoff v. Scruggs is an example of whether an easement was created and Russakoff had a right to access and use of the lake that was blocked from use by the property purchased by Scruggs. 1. Do you agree or disagree with the outcome of this case? State your authority (cite your […]

What is the famous “Separation Thesis” that legal positivists are always talking about? Why does the fact that some particular law (say the law against murder) is also a moral rule, not present a problem for the legal positivist?   

Please research and share a current or recent Constitutional issue or case from the news headlines (within the last 4 years). Please briefly share the details of this issue with the class and discuss specifically which Amendments or sections of the Constitutions are at issue. Finally, how do you believe this issue should be handled […]

Essay (three to four sentences): Describe the difference between Dillon’s Rule and home rule. Under each philosophy, what role does the local government play in relation to public policy?  

For this final assignment of the course, I wanted to incorporate a current issue and trend taking place in the criminal just system: medical misdiagnosis. Should medical misdiagnosis be a crime? Over the past 20 years, more and more criminal indictments have been taking place against doctors charged with negligence that resulted in the death […]

One of Bentham’s main criticisms of the Common Law (judge made) of his day was that it was no better than “Dog Law”. Explain in relation to the characteristics of the Common Law that he identifies how he supports this claim. 

Watch the accompanying video(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTNSvIzwdA8) and identify which strategies are employed by the interrogators, such as:    Third degree Behavioral lie detection Psychological manipulation Negative incentive vs. positive inducement Accusatorial vs. Information-gathering approaches Minimization vs. Maximization Be specific in describing the examples that fit with the different types of interrogation techniques. Discuss how these techniques affected […]

Isc.learn.minnstate.edu/d21/le/content/5907936/viewContent/55754034/View G O Apply the following facts and resources: Jack and Amy have 2 girls, age 9 and 5. They are recently separated and going through divorce proceedings in a Minnesota court. Amy has physical custody of the girls, and is expected to maintain sole physical and joint legal custody. She has gross income from […]

In the case Romana Tabacchi v Commission What are the facts? What is the issue at stake?