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Extractions: Christianity is under attack in America today, but perhaps this should not be surprising. Jesus warned that His followers would experience resistance and persecution for their faith. So, some 2000 years after Christ, American Christians are now experiencing opposition to public prayer, to displaying of the Ten Commandments, to Christian symbols, personal evangelism, Christian teachings and values, Bible studies, church building programs, and tax exemption of churches. Yes, even tax exemption is now on the list of attacks against the church. This article details 10 reasons why churches should remain tax-exempt in modern America.
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Extractions: Falmouth, Massachusetts Faculty August 3-4, 2002 Registration Info Click here for PDF version Executive Summary Experienced personal injury attorneys will provide you with the skills and information needed to be an effective, successful, and ethical expert medical witness. This is a practical program which emphasizes physician participation in trial and deposition testimony. The curriculum emphasizes practical problems that develop when physicians are called upon to act as expert witnesses in an unfamiliar legal system. It is designed for any physician who may be called as an expert witness in a malpractice or personal injury case
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Extractions: SearchDay is a free newsletter from Search Engine Watch featuring web search news, reviews, tools, tips, and search engine headlines from across the web. SearchDay is published daily, with headlines only on Fridays. See the bottom of the page for subscription information, links to past issues, and frequently asked questions about SearchDay. Search Engine Watch members receive special editions of some SearchDay articles and other valuable benefits. Click here to learn more about becoming a member. by Shari Thurow and Grant Crowell, Guest Writers A special report from the Search Engine Strategies 2002 Conference, August 12-14, San Jose CA. What do Playboy and pagejacking, tarot readings and taxes all have in common? They were the subjects of ground-breaking court cases that set legal precedents for acceptable practices on the web. Not long after search engines emerged, so did legal disputes involving them. Cases have been fought over trademarked terms being linked to ads or inserted into meta tags. Actions have been taken against "pagejackers" who use other people's contents to generate search engine traffic.
FROM BARBARA WARTELLE WALL: LEGAL WATCH (March 6, 1998) assume such a person will deny being a source helpful in sorting out these sometimesconflicting legal issues. The law Department is always available to give http://www.gannett.com/go/newswatch/98/march/nw0306-7.htm
Extractions: Home About Gannett News from Gannett Investor Relations ... Jobs FROM BARBARA WARTELLE WALL: LEGAL WATCH COVERING A GRAND JURY: PITFALLS AND OPEN QUESTIONS With grand juries convening at a rapid pace in Washington, D.C., and the increasing visibility of this prosecutorial tool around the country, consideration of the legal issues presented by news reports about their proceedings may be useful. The most misunderstood aspect of grand-jury proceedings is the rule of secrecy that applies to them. Because of this rule, which is intended to protect ongoing investigations and to maintain the privacy of parties ultimately not charged with a crime, reporting on a grand-jury investigation presents special risks as well as unique opportunities. The rule of secrecy is not a gag order. Particularly in federal investigations, the rule only applies to the grand-jury members, the court reporter and the prosecution team; it does not apply to witnesses or their counsel. Although the rule may differ for certain state grand juries, in general it means that witnesses may tell anyone what went on before the grand jury, including what questions the prosecutors and grand jurors asked, how they behaved, what documents were presented or what testimony the witness gave. But similar disclosures by any other grand-jury participant generally is prohibited. When a news report reveals that such a "leak" has taken place, it may well become a subject of inquiry by the prosecutor or the presiding judge. As a consequence, sources who are not permitted by the rules to discuss grand-jury proceedings usually will not make such disclosures without an assurance of confidentiality. And if confronted, the source inevitably will deny that he or she was the leak.
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Extractions: The story of legal education in the United States mirrors the evolution of American democracy from the earliest days of the Republic when professional standards were few, and the professions were the preserve of white property-owning males, to the current situation that could not have been imagined by the small town lawyers of post-colonial times whose only legal education was a few years' apprenticeship in a lawyer's office. As Robert W. Gordon, professor of law at Yale University, details in this article, legal education has evolved enormously from its earliest beginnings in the 20th century. In today's law schools that have a far more diverse body than they had just a few decades ago classes in such fields as civil rights law, women's rights, employment discrimination and most recently, global legal studies, have been added to a traditional curricula still in the throes of change. In the United States, being a lawyer means many different things. There are trial lawyers who appear in court before judges and juries, and many more lawyers who never see a courtroom; partners in huge big-city law firms employing 500 to 1,000 lawyers who do specialized work for multinational corporations; lawyers who work inside company managements; lawyers who practice alone or in small firms who help families and small businesses with their legal problems, such as divorces, wills, property transactions and disputes or bankruptcies; lawyers who represent people in serious personal trouble, such as victims of accidents or suspects accused of crimes; government lawyers, prosecutors and judges; law professors; legal-services lawyers who serve the poor; and "public-interest" lawyers who fight for causes. Law is also the favored career for entry into politics.
Extractions: January 2003 Being sued for medical malpractice is bad enough. But listening to a physician who is not board certified or practicing emergency medicine testify against you as a so-called "expert witness" is driving many physicians to look for help. One aspect of the law that some are looking at is a Supreme Court ruling that set the rules for expert testimony. The ruling, which was the result of a 1993 case, Daubert v. Merrell Dow Pharmaceuticals, created a gatekeeper role for the court that allows a judge to decide if testimony from an expert witness is relevant and reliable. It also helps prevent egregious testimony from factoring into the trial. Courts have traditionally relied on the expert witnesses to assist them in arriving at a just decision. Especially in scientific matters, where the judge or jurors might not be familiar with the subject matter, expert witnesses can provide a clear assessment. But while Daubert has been successful in weeding out bad information from questionable witnesses in environmental cases and lawsuits against drug companies and tire manufacturers, it has yet to be tested for medical malpractice testimony.
U.S.: Judge Curbs Investigatory Powers In Terror Probe Paul Rosenzweig who analyzes legal issues at the Heritage RL that it is importantfor US law enforcement officials very few people are now being detained as http://www.rferl.org/nca/features/2002/05/02052002083708.asp
Extractions: Email this article to a friend By Andrew F. Tully A federal judge has reined in the U.S. government's investigation into the 11 September terrorist attacks in New York, Washington, and Pennsylvania by saying it may not incarcerate possible suspects without filing charges against them solely for the purposes of investigation. Attorney General John Ashcroft says the ruling ignores the fact that the American judiciary has previously permitted the practice, and is considering appealing the ruling. But civil liberties groups say it is time for investigators to respect the rights of the accused. Washington, 2 May 2002 (RFE/RL) An American judge says the U.S. Constitution does not permit the Justice Department to detain potential suspects in the 11 September terrorist attacks unless investigators have enough evidence to file charges against them. The 30 April ruling involves the case of just one man, but can be applied to all cases like his. Legal analysts say the ruling exemplifies the dynamic give-and-take in the American legal system between the need to investigate crimes to protect the public and the rights of the accused, even those suspected of huge atrocities. The case involves Osama Awadallah's status as a "material witness." A material witness is a person believed to have significant information about a lawsuit or criminal prosecution. Because of the value of this information, the court must do its best to ensure the witness's availability to testify. Sometimes, this can involve incarceration if the witness is believed to be involved in a crime and may try to flee.
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Extractions: The American justice system is based upon the discovery of truth through the testimony of witnesses. A judge or jury acts as the "finder of fact" by listening to the testimony of the several witnesses in a case. The judge or jury then weighs and discounts that evidence as it deems fit, and renders a verdict based upon the facts. Witnesses, therefore, are an essential part of the American system of justice. It may not always be convenient for you to leave your job or home and spend the day in court; nevertheless, each citizen has a responsibility to himself and to the community to serve as a witness for others whose fate may hinge on others coming forward to tell what they know. Some day your life, your freedom or your livelihood could all hinge on the willingness of someone else coming forward to speak the truth. Is it too much to suffer some inconvenience in order to testify in a case?
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Commencement Address : IU Law Today, as in the past, the future of the law and the legal profession are will cometo learn that being a lawyer means being able to see issues and needs http://www.law.indiana.edu/front/special/20010507_fredspeech.shtml
Extractions: CONTACT US SITE MAP Prospective Students Our Community ... Alumni Curriculum: Programs and Courses Graduate (LLM MCL SJD) Career Services Law Library ... Past Features When I welcomed the Class of 2001 on August 24, 1998, I am sure that for them, this day seemed to hover somewhere beyond a distant and doubtful horizon. Now, the day has come. Today, their diplomas are tangible reminders of solid achievement, confirming their own personal potential, the value of their calling to serve society as lawyers, the love and support of their families and friends, and the very special mission of this law school to educate lawyers for the challenges of the new century. That August day in 1998, you in the Class of 2001 were brand new law students. It was the first day of your legal careers. Today, you are ready to take hold of your futures, and to use your education to help others keep hold of their dreams. Today we celebrate your last day as students at this university, and your transition to full membership in the legal profession. My hope for you now is the same as it was the day you came: that your education here at IU will be a lifelong process. Your legal education began in August 1998, but it does not end today. It will continue for the rest of your careers. Long after you graduate, you will still hear the voices of your professors in your own inner dialogues. You will answer as always, in your own voices. You will continue to reflect on the questions you have challenged us with here, and you will continually draw on the intellectual frameworks that you have developed. Those frameworks will enable you to find your own approaches to the new issues and problems that you will face as lawyers throughout your careers. Your degree is testimony to our confidence that you have learned how to learn the law. Now, the rest of your legal education is your own to create, and we are sure that you will succeed and be leaders in your respective communities.
Extractions: Fact Sheets on State Laws EMPLOYMENT LEAVE FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VICTIMS States have begun to enact laws that provide domestic violence victims with leave from work to go to court, to the doctor or to take other steps to address the violence in their lives. In most cases this is unpaid leave. The details of each state's laws vary significantly . Some provide leave only for court appearances; others provide leave to obtain services or medical assistance. In states that have not passed domestic violence leave laws, victim protection laws may prohibit an employer from firing crime victims who take time off from work to appear in criminal court. State and County Laws CALIFORNIA: (as amended by 2002 Cal. Stat. 275, enacted 8/26/02). Employers who employ 50 or more employees must permit an employee of twelve months or more who is a victim of domestic abuse, sexual assault, stalking, or other domestic violence-related crimes to take up to three days of leave to seek a restraining order, obtain medical care or counseling, locate safe housing or make her home secure, or seek legal assistance and prepare for or attend court-related proceedings. Prior to taking this leave, the employee "shall exhaust any and all annual or vacation leave, personal leave, and sick leave, if applicable." The employee shall provide appropriate advance notice "except in cases of imminent danger to the health or safety of the employee" and may be required to provide documentation.
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Extractions: Teacher's Guide to Jensen v. White Star Lines The movie, Titanic , starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet, has created great interest in the story of the Titanic. This site gives teachers a way to use the interest generated by the movie to illustrate how the American judicial system works. It was designed for teachers and students to participate in a mock trial involving the tragic story of the Titanic. The case involves true facts of the Titanic's maiden voyage which resulted in over 1500 fatalities. This Teacher's Guide will help you prepare your class for the trial by covering such issues as Assignment of Roles, Timing of the Trial Legal Issues and Skills Students need not be limited to just the facts presented on the website. They may add facts to their arguments from a variety of sources as long as they are consistent with the mock trial facts Assignment of Roles The roles of the plaintiff, defendant, attorneys, bailiff, witnesses, and jurors should be assigned prior to the material being handed out. Listed below are the roles that may be assigned to students: Plaintiff: Carla Christine Jensen Hans Peder Jensen . Despite the fact that both had the same last name, they were never married. They prepared wills before leaving on their trip naming each other executors. Carla, as executor of Hans' will is suing the owner of the Titanic
Expert Witness experience, the chapters cover pretrial, trial and post-trial issues. legal jargonis avoided. Publisher Barry Rose law Publishers, 3rd Edition, 2001, ISBN 1 http://www.forensic.gov.uk/forensic/book_list/book_expert_witness.htm
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Extractions: Paul Premack Attorney at Law 8031 Broadway San Antonio, TX 78209 Contents: (click a topic to jump there) Consumer/Patient complaints about Physicians Advance Directives Definitions Directives to Physicians ... Do Not Resuscitate Orders To obtain these forms, visit our forms page Consumer/Patient Complaints about Physicians HB 110 makes it easier for you to get information about your physician. The Texas State Board of Medical Examiners is required to create a public database of all physicians licensed in Texas. They will gather data annually, including information about any disciplinary action against the physician in the prior 10 years, data on the final resolution taken by the board on medical malpractice claims (if they are otherwise open to the public), and information on any formal complaint against the physician on file with the board. It should take the board a while to gather the data, but then the information will be valuable when you select your new physician. The Board advises that they are required to have the database operational by 2001, but that no new staff or funding has been provided to accomplish this rather massive undertaking. Texas Advance Directives Act The Advance Directives Act was passed by the Texas Legislature and signed by the Governor on June 19, 1999. It took effect on September 1, 1999.
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Extractions: Published recent books on youth justice law, testifying in child related proceedings, and contracts Regular presenter at professional education programs for lawyers, judges, probation officers, doctors and other professionals on issues of family and childrens law Faculty of Law, Queens University
Extractions: The multi-disciplinary team at the Child Witness Project is committed to providing sensitive, informed, and effectives service to child, adolescent and other vulnerable witnesses to ensure they can communicate their evidence to the court and that they are not traumatized by the challenging process of being a witness. The Child Witness Project helps children and adolescents who must testify in criminal court, usually in cases of physical or sexual abuse. Referrals are accepted for witness preparation, capacity assessments, expert testimony, Crown consultation, Khan applications, clinical victim impact statements, and criminal injuries reports. Preparation ranges from three to eight sessions, to suit the needs of each individual child. The protocol includes education, stress reduction, coping strategies, emotional support and advocacy. Since its inception, the Project has provided services to almost 1,000 children and adolescents and several developmentally challenged adults. There are two overarching goals of court preparation: to facilitate the conditions necessary for a victim/witness to provide a full and candid account of the evidence without compromising a defendant's right to a fair trial, through
Extractions: /* You may give each page an identifying name, server, and channel on the next lines. */ var pageName="" var server="" var channel="News_Journal" var pageType="" var pageValue="" var prop1="" var prop2="" var prop3="" var prop4="" var prop5="" var prop6="news" var prop7="local_news" var prop8="" var prop9="" var prop10="" /********* INSERT THE DOMAIN AND PATH TO YOUR CODE BELOW ************/ /********** DO NOT ALTER ANYTHING ELSE BELOW THIS LINE! *************/ var s_code=' ' State lawmakers have agreed to quickly rewrite Delaware's death penalty law before the legislative session ends Sunday to try to blunt the potential impact from a U.S. Supreme Court ruling Monday that struck down similar laws in five states. Deputy Attorney General Steven Wood said the proposed changes are designed to meet the standard set in Ring vs. Arizona, in which the Supreme Court ruled that juries, not judges, must decide whether a criminal is eligible for the death penalty. The changes were written by senior prosecutors in the Attorney General's Office, he said. "We recognize that the Supreme Court opinion will create much uncertainty which will take years to resolve," Wood said.
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Extractions: Starr's Problem With Truth This is one of many documents in the case file of this U.S. federal government whistleblower fired for reporting employer law violations. For a quick case summary, click here , or for its safety law aspects, here , or for the case in environmental terms, here . For common law precedents, click here , for a history of and exposes of racism in the criminal justice system , click here. This circumstance is now past two decades of seeking review to begin. When the U.S. federal government wants to prevent review of a law violation by itself, it can really stall. But re the average violator, it can crack down fast and hard. This paper is from the 18th year. According to The Macomb Daily , p 8A, 31 March 1999, another witness, Julie Hiatt Steele, has come forward against Kenneth W. Starr. A Virginia woman, she is being called to testify in Starr's prosecution of Susan McDougal, that Starr prosecuted her for being truthful. Her anticipated testimony is another in a series of incidents alleging that Starr favors falsity vs truth, as an attorney, Mark Geragos, observes. Pletten too knows Starr's propensity to disregard the truth, and to support, cover-up, aid and abet, extortion to try to force him to stop blowing the whistle, bribery, perjury, obstruction of justice, etc. He was involved in litigation against me, punishing me (a Crime Prevention Officer) for being truthful in reporting illegal activity, involving an extortion attempt to extort from Pletten a retraction of his anticipated testimony. Pletten's case was heard, over his objections, by adjudicators in Chicago.
