Law 101: An Easy-to-Understand Guide to Everyday Law Basics and Answers to Legal Questions (Law Book for Beginners)

Law 101: An Easy-to-Understand Guide to Everyday Law Basics and Answers to Legal Questions (Law Book for Beginners)

<p><em>A solid reference for both the everyday and the unexpected legal issues, written by practicing attorneys</em></p> <p><strong>Law 101</strong> is an essential reference that explains:</p> <ul> <li>How laws are made</li> <li> How the court system works</li> <li> How each area of the law impacts your daily life</li> </ul> <p>Key information for important questions:</p> <ul> <li> How does a lawsuit begin?</li> <li> How do civil and criminal law differ?</li> <li> When do state laws trump federal laws?</li> <li> What makes a contract solid?</li> <li> What can you expect if called as a juror?</li> <li> What can you expect if called as a witness?</li> <li> And other complex areas of the law that you need to know.</li> </ul> <p>No home reference shelf is complete without this indispensible guide. The new edition also includes information on legal subjects that have become more important recently, including alternative dispute resolution, privacy rights, and Internet law.</p>