Types of Law
Criminal Law Deal with crimes and the maintaining of law and order – Prosecutors: Bring cases against suspected criminals
Civil Law Person v. Person Tort: an injury or wrong – Physical, Mental & Emotional injuries – Damage to property Victims intend to earn a reward for the wrong
Family Law Marriage, Pre-nuptial agreements, divorce etc. Courts deal closely with social services
Property Law Large field of law which covers the ownership and use of possessions Terminology dates back to medieval England
Estate Law Distributing property after death Wealthy individuals want specific solutions for their things – States have rules for distribution
Contract Law Appear in every area of the law Most firms hire a lawyers that read or write contracts – 30,000 mile warranty – 300,000 mile warranty
Employment Law/Labor Law Employment Law: Covers all aspects of working life except for labor unions – Includes: Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, Salaries and Wages Labor Law: Relationship between labor unions & Employers
Tax Law Lawyers earn advanced law degrees – Make sure clients pay JUST enough taxes without getting into trouble
Construction Law Guide Builders and Clients through lengthy process of designing a project, creating a contract and handling problems
Environmental Law Governed by the Environmental Protection Agency (E.P.A.) – Tension between environmental advocates and property rights
Intellectual Property Copyrights, trademarks, patents, use of brand names and celebrity endorsements. – Many patent lawyers hold degrees in engineering
International Law Governed by Official agreements between nations such as treaties and conventions. – United Nations
Immigration Law Immigrants and “Would-Be-Immigrants” file forms with the INS. Assist with the Naturalization Process.
Sports Law Create contracts between players and team owners – Include information about playing time, salary etc. – Most agents have law degrees.
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Conclusion Write one paragraph at the end of your notes explaining which type of law is your MOST favorite. – Include the following points: Why is this type of law your choice, what fields are related to your choice Write one sentence which type of law is your LEAST favorite and why.
Types of Law Poster With your partner (or group), create a poster representing your type of law. Include an image, vocabulary and scenario’s involved with your type of law. Constitutional Law -Deals with legal issues relating to rights and freedoms related to the constitution. Due Process: Equal treatment under the law