Legal Studies

This article discusses the development of criminal law, from inception as an act in itself, towards understanding that both intent and act are vital to the judicial view of the commission of a crime

A single parent to three children and struggling financially, Ellen Boehm knew something had to change.

The formation and dissolution of customary marriage in Papua New Guinea is recognized by the Laws of Papua New Guinea and still customary law is applicable in Papua New Guinea, if and only marrying parties agree to conduct their marriage in the legal process, apart from the Statute marriage.

Historically the law of torts, consisting of the right of one person to sue another, is a fairly recent development, as is the intent of a defendant, as well as his act

The fees charged by lawyers put professional legal representation out of reach for large numbers of people.

The concept of foreseeability is a very important factor when it comes to liability in negligence-based personal injury claims.

We have all heard the term kangaroo court, but what about animals being put on trial for crimes?

GDPR is a personal data protection regulation that is poised to change internet based activities. It provides additional control to EU users over their data and mandates specific activities to be carried out by organizations providing services to EU citizens.

Wondering what happens if you don't show up for jury duty? We asked lawyers and legal experts in various states to chime in on the topic. Read on to find out what will happen if you miss your summons date.

People who want to purchase condominium homes in Florida would do well to find out about the biased and unfair laws in that state that strip them of many rights once they become owners. Here are the worst of them.

Somebody is watching me... and I need to know what to do. Do you have the feeling you are not alone, that your life is being monitored by some unknown person or organization? Here's how to find out and what to do if it's true.

Somewhere in the beautiful and foggy forests of northern California lie the answers to the disappearances of many Humboldt County women.

A detailed look at the preamble of the United States Constitution and it's relevance to life today in America.

Brian Banks was a high school football star when he was falsely accused of rape. After spending five years in prison, he was completely exonerated. And now he has a chance to play in the NFL.

The preamble to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights is a great reminder of how much we must pay attention to human rights and how we must promote equality and these rights in the face of a potentially dangerous 21st century.

Roberto Calvi, who was known as God’s banker, was found hanging under a bridge in London, a gruesome discovery that was first deemed to be suicide but later determined to be murder.