Lawsuit Essay Examples

This case confirms that the legal profession is like a jealous mistress which requires of a lawyer that degree of vigilance and attention expected of a good father of family. A lawyer must exercise ordinary diligence or that reasonable degree of care and skill having reference to the character of business he undertakes to do.  […]

Introduction The business climate in the global economy is continuously changing and highly competitive. Companies are confronted with numerous evolving challenges. Nevertheless, the key to addressing this change remains unchanged – successful companies possess robust leadership and an inspired, well-informed workforce. Nonetheless, maintaining strong leadership in today’s world can be a daunting task. Companies like […]

Case background: July 1, 2003 Nike signed contract with Zheng which would expire in Dec. 31, 2007; Aug. ,2004 Zheng requested more pay from Nike which was denied by Nike; Mar. 9,2005 Zheng wore Adidas shoes at a match in Japan; Mar. 18,2005 Zheng asked to terminate Nike contract and started to attend Adidas activities; […]

Summary of one or more of the main legal arguments: It seems this class has made me realize how tricky the justice system can be. I have been coaxed into reading more and more about the law and realizing that everything is not as black and white as it seems. For this legal research paper […]

In the case of Wittenburg v. American Express Financial Advisors, Inc. (AEFA), Bonnie Wittenburg was an employee for AEFA in their Minneapolis office. The plaintiff was hired by the company in November of 1998 at the age of forty-six to serve as an Equity Research Analyst in AEFA’s Equity Investment Department. During a reduction in […]

With these increased crimes, punishments have also increased in magnitude. In order to foster a successful career as a future Flanagan planner/ advisor, I must be extremely aware of the various laws and regulations that relate to this field and to the many before me that have fallen victim to these crimes. In the last […]

The movie was split into four different exhibits (or topics basically). Each exhibit was centered on a case that was heavily influenced by that specific tort reform issue. The four exhibits were as follows: 1. The Public Relations Campaign 2. Caps on Damages 3. Judicial Elections 4. Mandatory Arbitration The first exhale was centered on […]

The Division of Law provides legal counsel and representation to various entities of the State Government, including boards, departments, offices, commissions, instrumentalities and their officers and workforce. One significant duty is to defend against lawsuits brought against the State, its entities, officers and staff. The Attorney General is responsible for representing the State in legal […]

The focal point of this composition is a discussion regarding the legal action taken by a cohort of female citizens in the United States against the major corporation, Wal-Mart. In his work from 2005, Valesquez discusses the case of Wal-Mart, also referred to as “the company”. The literature cites page numbers (in parentheses) and identifies […]

As leaders, we possess the ability to cast shadows that can either illuminate or darken our group, department, or entire organization. Adhering to specific biblical principles can enhance our capacity to project “light” as leaders. Among these is Jesus’ guidance encouraging us to exhibit humility and approach Him with childlike innocence. The importance of humility […]

Leader/Manager The role of a leader is vital in any organization as they are accountable for ensuring the efficient and effective accomplishment of goals and objectives. Accountability for their actions or inaction is crucial for success in their work environments. Leaders must possess decision-making abilities and skills. Legal accountability involves meeting legal compliance requirements, formal […]

a. Indonesia, which is not a signatory of the Hague Convention, has its own civil procedure laws based on two ordinances called Herziene Inlandsch Reglement (HIR) and Rechtsreglement voor de Buitengewesten (RBg), derived from the Dutch Colonial system. The Temporary Law to the Emergency Condition Law No.1 of 1951 ensures that these ordinances remain in […]

Despite some progress, women still face a significant disadvantage compared to men in terms of sports opportunities. Many colleges and universities are not adhering to Title IX, a federal law that prohibits sex discrimination at federally funded educational institutions. While Title IX applies to all educational programs, it is primarily associated with enhancing opportunities for […]

Cigarette Litigation In August 1970, a letter was written by David R. Hardy, a prominent lawyer defending tobacco companies. The letter emphasized the potential danger posed by industry scientists’ careless comments regarding the presence of biologically active components in cigarette smoke and the search for a safer cigarette. Hardy warned that such remarks could undermine […]

The Plaintiff, Transamerica Oil Corporation, brought suit under the Kansas Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) to recover damages resulting from the breach of an express warranty by the defendant, Lynes, Inc. and Baker International Corporation. A jury in the United States District Court for the District of Kansas found in favor of the plaintiff and awarded […]

Imagine you are the director of health information services for a medium-sized health care facility. Like many of your peers, you have contracted with an outside copying service to handle all requests for release of patient health information at your facility. You have learned that a lobbying organization for trial attorneys in your state is […]

A small plane crashed in Scotland in July 1976. Five passengers and the pilot were killed on the spot; all the passengers in the plane were from Scotland. At the time of the crash, there were no eyewitnesses to the crash, and the plane was controlled by the Scotland air traffic. The plane was a […]

Partnership liability tort can take place when a partner or all partners acting on partnership business causes injury to a third person. Cause of this tort could be a negligent act, a breach of trust, breach of fiduciary duty, defamation, fraud, or another intentional tort (Cheeseman, 2010, p. 538). Under the Uniform Partnership Act, partners […]

The Prison Litigation Reform Act – passed in 1996 – was, according to David Schoenbrod of the Cato Institute, “a watershed in the struggle over whether judges or elected mayors and legislators should have the power to make municipal policy. ” (“Empowering“ n. pag) On the other hand, many other highly respected sources – including […]

1. In 2004, Toys R Us sued Amazon.com for violating terms of the agreement between the companies (specifically, Toys R Us objected to Amazon.com’s permitting Amazon Marketplace retailers to sell toys) (Note: when the lawsuit was filed, Amazon Marketplace was called “zShops”). Amazon.com responded by filing a countersuit. After more than two years of litigation, […]

Respondent Respondent is the persons against whom a suit, case or appeal is filed in a court who in turn is required to answer , or act according to the directions issued by the court till conclusion of the legal proceedings. Appellate: A higher court that reviews the decision of a lowercourt when a losing party files for an appeal. Appelant: A litigant or party that is making an appeal in court. Injunction: An injunction is an equitable remedy in the form of a court order that requires a party to […]

What are the six procedural steps to any lawsuit? A law suit refers to a request to the court to determine a dispute. It generally involves the following steps; Rejection of any efforts for alternative solution to the dispute from the defendant by the plaintiff. This is followed by filing a complaint in the requisite […]