Introduction to Law
Walston-Dunham, Beth.
Introduction to Law - 4th ed. / Beth Walston-Dunham. - Clifton Park, NY : Thomson/Delmar Learning, c2004. - xviii, 715 p. : ill. ; 24 cm. - West legal studies series. .
Previous ed.: 1999.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Readers will come away from Introduction to Law with a new understanding of how the American legal system functions. The book successfully introduces the major areas of law with a look at the principles and terminology of each. Plus, it examines the roles of governmental structures and various legal professionals and the part each plays in the system. Interest in the topic is further piqued by a presentation of new cases in every chapter, as well as a discussion of current issues in such areas as procedure, torts, probate and domestic relations. Finally, readers can challenge the knowledge they have gained through suggested Internet research.
1401834620
Law--United States.
KF385 .W35 2004
Introduction to Law - 4th ed. / Beth Walston-Dunham. - Clifton Park, NY : Thomson/Delmar Learning, c2004. - xviii, 715 p. : ill. ; 24 cm. - West legal studies series. .
Previous ed.: 1999.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Readers will come away from Introduction to Law with a new understanding of how the American legal system functions. The book successfully introduces the major areas of law with a look at the principles and terminology of each. Plus, it examines the roles of governmental structures and various legal professionals and the part each plays in the system. Interest in the topic is further piqued by a presentation of new cases in every chapter, as well as a discussion of current issues in such areas as procedure, torts, probate and domestic relations. Finally, readers can challenge the knowledge they have gained through suggested Internet research.
1401834620
Law--United States.
KF385 .W35 2004