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Introduction to Law and the Legal System, 12th Edition

Frank August Schubert

  • Copyright 2023
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Introduction to Law and the Legal System 12th Edition by Frank August Schubert
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Overview

From the first edition in 1979 to this 12th edition in 2022, Schubert's INTRODUCTION TO LAW AND THE LEGAL SYSTEM has provided readers with a captivating introduction to the U.S. legal system. The premise is that a basic approach enables readers to better understand the role law plays in America's complex modern society. This text inspires readers to exercise their power of reasoning. Engaging case analysis and questions encourage students to think about the extent to which the U.S. legal system is adequately addressing the issues of today. The 12th edition includes 34 new cases. In addition, all-new PowerPoint slides help guide class lectures, and test banks and the instructor manual have been thoroughly updated.

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Meet the Authors

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Frank August Schubert

Frank August Schubert is a former associate professor of criminal justice at Northeastern University where for 25 years he taught introduction to law, criminal law, criminal procedure and other law-related courses. Prior to becoming a professor, Schubert worked as administrative assistant to the director of police in Dayton, Ohio, and as an assistant district attorney and special prosecutor in Wisconsin. He earned his undergraduate degree from Michigan State University and his law degree from the University of Wisconsin Law School. He is a member of the State Bar of Wisconsin.

What's New

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  • With 34 new cases, the up-to-date 12th edition equips learners with a general understanding of American substantive and procedural law -- a key component of a well-rounded education. While many topics are foundational to a law school's curriculum, this not a textbook for law students. Rather, this reader-friendly resource introduces students to fundamental principles of U.S. law while also providing a brief peek at more complex concepts without getting them in over their heads.
  • Engaging new PowerPoint slides, updated test banks and a comprehensive instructor manual help faculty quickly and easily prepare for class.

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  • Carefully balancing the presentation of legal theory with illustrative cases, the new edition continues the proven pedagogical approach that has helped students learn about law for the past 43 years.
  • Helping students focus on important concepts, a list of chapter objectives introduces the goals at the beginning of each chapter, while bolded key terms throughout spotlight specific vocabulary terms that students should remember.
  • Excerpts from Supreme Court cases highlight key topics in every chapter and are accompanied by critical thinking Case Questions and periodic Ethical Questions that help students interact with the material.
  • Maximizing study time, each chapter concludes with a chapter summary and a series of questions to help students focus on and retain key material.

Table of Contents

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1. Introduction.
2. Ethics and Law.
3. Institutional Sources of American Law.
4. The Judicial System.
5. Civil Procedure.
6. Limitations in Seeking Relief.
7. Judicial Remedies.
8. Criminal Law and Procedure.
9. Family Law.
10. Contracts.
11. The Law of Torts.
12. Property.
13. Administrative Law and Administrative Agencies.
14. Alternative Dispute Resolution.

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  • ISBN-10: 0357660218
  • ISBN-13: 9780357660218
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  • ISBN-10: 0357660161
  • ISBN-13: 9780357660164
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