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  Restorative Justice in Practice: A Holistic Approach

  Michael P. Seng and Sheila Murphy

  This compilation of essays delves into the multifaceted applications of restorative justice within the legal domain and beyond. The essays highlight the dynamic nature of restorative justice, demonstrating how its interpretation can vary based on the needs of the individuals and the community involved. They emphasize that restorative justice extends beyond criminal law and corrections, permeating various spheres of life and law, such as civil disputes, civil rights, interpersonal relationships, personal development, and self-awareness. Consequently, the essays cover a wide array of topics including housing discrimination, family conflicts, the war on drugs, the death penalty, juvenile courts, law school education, torture, immigration, clergy sexual abuse, international conflicts, yoga, and self-healing. The book not only encourages reflection but also advocates for proactive measures.

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  Careers in Health Law

  Lawrence Singer and Megan Bess

  The field of health law is constantly evolving alongside changes in the industry, leading to new issues that affect legal practice. Today, health lawyers are not doing the same work they were doing a year or even six months ago. The nature of the field is highly dynamic, with clients regularly presenting new issues that require legal advice. This constantly changing environment can be advantageous for attorneys, as they can quickly develop expertise in new areas of health law that are unfamiliar to everyone.

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  Treatment of Contracts in Insolvency

  Dennis Faber, Neils Vermunt, Jason J. Kilborn, and Kathleen van der Linde

  This book is the second installment in the Oxford International and Comparative Insolvency Law Series, focusing on how insolvency law impacts contractual obligations and relationships. It includes national reports from twenty economically developed countries, allowing for easy comparisons across jurisdictions. The work is aimed at commercial lawyers, providing authoritative guidance on the implications of insolvency for contracts, including issues related to performance and counterparty rights. It also examines pre-insolvency contractual remedies and restitution claims, as well as balancing competing interests in insolvency situations. The book's quality and uniformity of detail make it a valuable resource for practitioners and scholars due to the significant international differences in contract treatment.

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  Understanding Products Liability Law

  Bruce L. Ottley, Rogelio A. Lasso, and Terrence F. Kiely

  This comprehensive treatise is a valuable resource for products liability cases, offering an overview of the complex caselaw and statutes that have evolved over the past century. Part I outlines the foundational theories of warranty, misrepresentation, negligence, and strict liability, while also examining key product defects—design, manufacturing, and failure to warn—as well as challenges in proving defects and causation. It concludes with an exploration of available defenses and potential damages for plaintiffs. Part II focuses on practical issues in litigating products liability cases, including case research, drafting complaints, discovery processes, and evidence management.

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  Best of ABI 2011: The Year in Consumer Bankruptcy

  Alane A. Becket, Jason J. Kilborn, and Robert G. Richardson

  The text describes a collection of articles from ABI Journal and papers from ABI's educational seminars, focusing on consumer bankruptcy in 2011. It covers various topics such as means testing, Supreme Court case analyses, chapter 13 plans, litigation related to the foreclosure crisis, and issues concerning secured creditors.

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  Commencement of Insolvency Proceedings

  Dennis Faber, Niels Vermunt, Jason J. Kilborn, and Tomas Richter

  The text introduces the first volume of the Oxford International and Comparative Insolvency Law Series, which focuses on a comparative analysis of insolvency proceedings and domestic insolvency laws in developed and emerging economies. This volume specifically examines the commencement of insolvency proceedings for business debtors, detailing the types of proceedings, involved participants, and the impact on various stakeholders. Its uniform treatment of topics aids practitioners in understanding foreign legal systems while providing access to previously inaccessible materials. The book covers major legal families and is unique in offering a comprehensive analysis of domestic insolvency laws related to the opening of proceedings in different countries.

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  Louisiana Security Devices, A Précis

  Jason J. Kilborn

  This book provides a clear and up-to-date discussion of the four primary "security devices" in Louisiana law: the Louisiana version of Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code, mortgages, statutory liens ("privileges"), and personal guarantees ("suretyship"). Written for easy accessibility to non-experts, it offers both basic introductions and detailed explanations of each device's operation, including complex rules for determining priority among them, particularly in relation to bankruptcy trustees and the Internal Revenue Service. Designed to help students and lawyers navigate difficult problems with ease, the book features a logically structured table of contents and simple illustrations of complex topics, ultimately reducing study and research time for secured transactions and boosting confidence in tackling Louisiana's distinct commercial law issues. The second edition includes updates reflecting recent legal changes, particularly regarding agricultural collateral, filing rules for Orleans Parish, and expanded application of certificate of title perfection rules for certain boats and motors.

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  Legal Writing in the Disciplines: A Guide to Legal Writing Mastery

  Teri A. McMurtry-Chubb

  One of the most common misconceptions about law school preparation is that any undergraduate major suffices. While law schools welcome students from diverse academic backgrounds, the lack of a direct connection between these disciplines and legal studies often leads to frustration and confusion. By re-conceptualizing law within its disciplinary context, Legal Writing in the Disciplines bridges this gap. This text effectively communicates legal analysis and writing skills to pre-law and new law students using the language of their undergraduate and graduate majors, emphasizing that legal writing is disciplinary writing, not merely a technical skill. This approach facilitates a smoother transition into law school, as students are better equipped to understand the legal discipline and engage with its unique modes of reading and writing.

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  ISBA Family Law Handbook

  Cynthia D. Bond

  The handbook, written by 36 authors specializing in the field and edited by Professor Cynthia D. Bond, is a complete update of an ISBA bestseller from the mid-90s. It covers a wide range of topics including jurisdiction, pre-marital agreements, settlement agreements, modification of judgments, mediation, custody and visitation, assisted reproductive technology, grandparent visitation, guardians ad litem, property, support and finances, maintenance, child support, civil unions, immigration law, discovery, appeals, insurance matters, property valuation, adoption, paternity, and more.

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  The Illinois State Constitution

  Ann Lousin

  Since its admission as a state in 1818, Illinois has served as a microcosm of the nation, reflecting changing values from its early status as a "free" state during the antebellum period to a hub of agriculture and industry whose products are now distributed globally. The state's evolution is encapsulated in its four state constitutions, with the current one adopted in 1970, making Illinois one of the few states to have enacted a new constitution since World War II. This constitution has gained recognition as a model for modern American constitutions, particularly influencing countries in Central and Eastern Europe. Ann M. Lousin, a seasoned expert in Illinois constitutional development and governance, offers detailed commentary and analysis of the 1970 constitution, addressing its Preamble, Bill of Rights, and various articles and amendments, along with a survey of related case law.

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  One or Many? The Law and Structure of the European Union and the United States

  Michael P. Seng, Susan Marie Connor, Doris E. Long, Sonia Bychkov Green, and Ann M. Lousin

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  Human Rights in Europe: Commentary on the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union

  William B.T. Mock and Gianmario Demuro

  This book provides in-depth commentary on each article of the Charter, exploring a wide range of human rights issues, including civil, political, economic, social, and cultural rights. It delves into the Charter's historical context, its relationship with international human rights law, and its practical application in EU legal systems. The book analyzes the Charter's impact on EU law and offers valuable insights for legal scholars, policymakers, and human rights activists.

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  The Integration Debate: Competing Futures for American Cities

  Michael P. Seng and F. Willis Caruso

  Contributed Chapter 5 "Achieving Integration Through Private Litigation."

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  Commercial Real Estate Transactions: A Project and Skills Oriented Approach

  James G. Durham, Debra P. Stark, and Thomas R. White

  This book addresses the complexities involved in the commercial development process. Unlike other real estate casebooks that primarily concentrate on residential transactions and financing, this book highlights the business and legal issues associated with commercial real estate development and transactions. It does so by following a real-life commercial real estate project throughout the text.

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  International Cooperation in Bankruptcy and Insolvency Matters

  Bob Wessels, Bruce A. Markell, and Jason J. Kilborn

  This book is published in partnership with the International Insolvency Institute and the American College of Bankruptcy. The authors offer readers valuable insights into the origins, development, and future of communication and collaboration in cross-border insolvency cases involving insolvency practitioners and the courts. The globalization of the world economy has resulted in highly complex international dimensions of financial reorganization and restructuring. This publication examines the structures, systems, and practices that have developed and are rapidly emerging to coordinate and enhance international insolvency administrations.

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  Illinois Legal Research

  Mark E. Wojcik

  This book focuses on state materials and can serve as a supplement to national research texts or function independently for learning legal research. It also provides guidance on locating secondary materials specific to Illinois law. It is an essential resource for any Illinois law library.

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  A Brief Introduction to Czech Law: Collection of Contributions

  Michael P. Seng, Kent Woods, and Carissa J. Meyer

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  Comparative Consumer Bankruptcy

  Jason J. Kilborn

  This book explores the evolving laws of individual insolvency in response to the increasing consumer borrowing that fuels global economic growth. It focuses on the challenges that prompted revisions of consumer insolvency laws in Europe during the 1990s and early 2000s. By utilizing primary legal sources and empirical studies, the book provides an overview of consumer "overindebtedness" in the U.S. and Europe over the past two decades, while also examining the complex relationships societies have with financially overextended consumers and the ambiguous nature of contract law in the 21st century.

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  The U.N. Convention on the Rights of the Child

  Cris R. Revaz, Jonathan Todres, and Mark E. Wojcik

  This comprehensive text goes beyond the usual debate surrounding children's rights and the Convention on the Rights of the Child. It provides a detailed analysis of how U.S. ratification of the Convention would impact American law. The chapters are written by leading advocates and scholars in the field, aimed at a general audience. The authors emphasize that it is crucial for all Americans to be informed about the Convention and the broader topic of children's rights. By increasing awareness of the Convention's substance and its implications for children's rights, the text seeks to foster greater understanding among the public.

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  Consensual Transfers of Distressed Real Estate

  Debra P. Stark

  This book offers a thorough exploration of the strategies and methodologies involved in negotiating and structuring transactions for distressed properties. The book emphasizes a comprehensive approach, providing insights into the legal and financial aspects of such transfers. It guides readers through the negotiation process, detailing how to effectively document deals to ensure both parties' interests are protected.