TY - BOOK AU - Dunham-Walston, Beth. AU - DeLeo Jr., John D. TI - Introduction to law SN - 9781305948648 U1 - Ref 341 D92i 2020 PY - 2020/// CY - Boston, MA : PB - Cengage Learning, Inc., KW - Law—United States N1 - Includes glossary and index; 1. The Historical Basis and Current Structure of the American Legal System. -- 2. The Courts. -- 3. Legislation. -- 4. The Executive Branch and Administrative Authority. -- 5. Substantive and Procedural Issues. -- 6. Jurisdiction.7. The Legal Professional. -- 8. The Law of Ethics. -- 9. Torts. -- 10. Family Law. -- 11. Estates and Probate. -- 12. Property Law. -- 13. The Law of Contracts. -- 14. The Law of Business. -- 15. Criminal Law. -- 16. Criminal Procedure N2 - "Discover an appreciation for today's law as you learn how law affects virtually every facet of modern life and society with Walston-Dunham's best-selling INTRODUCTION TO LAW, 7E. You begin with a detailed look at the organization of the U.S. system of government. This edition's timely, clear presentation guides you through each of the primary substantive areas of law as you complete realistic assignments, examine relevant ethical issues and review easy-to-understand judicial opinions that reinforce the topics within each chapter. From fundamental concepts to emerging legal topics, INTRODUCTION TO LAW, and accompanying print and digital MindTap resources, help you thoroughly understand legal terminology, principles of law and key cases that are impacting society -- and so many professions -- today." - Provided by publisher ER -