American Law and the Legal System:: Equal Justice under the Law [Paperback]

Thomas VanDervort (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0766817407 | ISBN-13: 978-0766817401 | Publication Date: December 13, 1999 | Edition: 2

Introduction to American Law and Legal System is a revision of the successful Equal Justice Under the Law. It provides the student with an overview of the system of law and government in the United States. While landmark cases and other cases of interest are referenced throughout the text, this is not a case-based textbook. Hypothetical cases are presented to help the student better understand the inner workings of the judicial system in both criminal and civil cases. Six illustrative cases are provided in an appendix to offer practical examples of the major concepts included in the introductory chapters of the text. This text is designed to provide the conceptual tools needed to prepare individuals for their roles as citizens, paralegals, lawyers, teachers, law enforcement agents, government employees, and judges. Key words: Substantive law

Product Details

• Paperback: 386 pages
• Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning; 2 edition (December 13, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0766817407
• ISBN-13: 978-0766817401
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 7.9 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #362,028 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars American Jurisprudence, September 3, 2011

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The book is easy to read. It is a text for a masters program I am taking through GWU. I have read only through chapter 2. I find it interesting, but not a daily reference book after the course is complete. I give the book itself 3 stars.

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The delivery company Lasership did not deliver as they claim they did. They stated "delivered at front door". They did NOT!
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3.0 out of 5 stars Book was OK, September 14, 2009

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Book was shipped immediately and fast. Packed well, etc. The seller advertised a book without writing, it had some, not every page, but I feel the book was overrated. I told this to the seller and she offered a refund. I needed the book for class so I kept it. I think it was an OK book, not as nice as advertised. Seller was responsive with shipping time and with the offer to refund.