In the following clip, Transformative Inquiry Professor Alfonso Montuori talks about online education at CIIS:

CIIS was one of the first graduate institutions to offer programs online. Over the years, we have developed a truly remarkable online educational experience and a distinguished international faculty committed to offering innovative online programs.

Our ever-expanding online graduate programs and courses offer high-quality education within a community of like-minded learners from diverse backgrounds and an increasingly international student body that spans four continents.

CIIS believes that this plurality of perspective creates a stimulating learning environment.

CIIS online courses provide a high degree intellectual and personal connection. One of the outstanding features of our online educational process is the learning community, which supports and challenges students to exceed their own expectations.

Students may enroll in one of ... Read more »

Although dogs are known as man s best friend, they are also capable of hurting and killing children and adults. If you or a loved one has been bitten by a dog, or god forbid a family member has died as a result of a dog attack, our St. Louis dog bite lawyers are standing by to help. To discuss your right to reimbursement for your injuries call 314-409-7060, or toll free at 855-402-7274 for a FREE consultation. Our experienced personal injury lawyers will lead the fight against the dog owners insurance company for the reimbursement of your harms and losses. All consultations are FREE, and there is NO FEE unless you win.

If you have suffered an attack from a dog, you should immediately seek medical treatment. Dog bite wounds often lead to infections and long term scarring. It is also wise to request a plastic surgeon take a look at the wound while you are in the emergency room to ensure the wound is closed properly. A short trip to the emergency room will help prevent future s ... Read more »

Workplace bullying has been a chronic problem in many industries in particular; healthcare, education, childcare and not-for-profits. It is unlawful bullying to harass and intimidate a fellow employee in the workplace repeatedly and without justification to achieve an ulterior motive and creates a risk to health and safety. That motive may be to attempt to humiliate or force the bullied employee to resign without being paid proper entitlements and where there is no valid reason for that employee to do so.

It is not bullying to demand that employees reach standards of performance which are reasonable and for which the employee has the skills and training to meet.

Wrongfully, the bullied employee might be required to perform an excessive work level, be isolated or threatened by a fellow employee. It is not just managers who might bully an employee; it could be a competitor for a job promotion or the like. Sometimes it can be done by a manager needing a scapegoat upon w ... Read more »

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Laws

Under 42 USC Sec. 2000e-5. Enforcement provisions:

(a) Power of Commission to prevent unlawful employment practices

The Commission is empowered, as hereinafter provided, to prevent any person from engaging in any unlawful employment practice as set forth in section 2000e-2 or 2000e-3 of this title.

Under 42 USC Sec. 2000e-2:

(a) Employer practices

It shall be an unlawful employment practice for an employer-

to fail or refuse to hire or to discharge any individual, or otherwise to discriminate against any individual with respect to his compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment, because of such individual's race, color, religion, sex, or national origin ;.

Then again under 42 USC Sec. 2000e-5:

(b). Whenever a charge is filed by or on behalf of a person claiming to be aggrieved, or by a member of the Commission, alleging that an employe ... Read more »

Welcome to our criminal law case section. We have provided these case notes to help you with your criminal law essays and dissertations.

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R v Kennedy (No 2) [2007] UKHL 38

Unlawful act manslaughter causation drug dealers / suppliers

Kennedy prepared a syringe for the victim, who injected himself and died of an ove ... Read more »

The ancient law of England based upon societal customs and recognized and enforced by the judgments and decrees of the courts. The general body of statutes and case law that governed England and the American colonies prior to the American Revolution.

The principles and rules of action, embodied in case law rather than legislative enactments, applicable to the government and protection of persons and property that derive their authority from the community customs and traditions that evolved over the centuries as interpreted by judicial tribunals.

A designation used to denote the opposite of statutory, equitable, or civil, for example, a common-law action.

The common-law system prevails in England, the United States, and other countries colonized by England. It is distinct from the civil-law system, which predominates in Europe and in areas colonized by France and Spain. The common-law system is used in all the states of the United States e ... Read more »

Our MBA Marketing concentration is the only program of its kind in Latvia, so if marketing and communications are your area, this program is your program.

Having a specialization in marketing means that you will be able to lead the whole process of marketing – plan, research, strategy, implementation, and monitoring. More importantly, you are ready to roll up your sleeves and work because you get real-world exposure and practice throughout the course in case studies, discussion with peers and team projects that force you to provide value in a measurable way. We are proud to have marketing specialists teaching and sharing their professional insights.

To claim this concentration you must take at least 3 marketing electives and to combine them with 2 other electives.

The program consists of 15 courses - 9 core and 6 electives, and master thesis.

NB! students are required to take at least 3 Marketing electives and to combine it with 3 oth ... Read more »

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Talk about strange timing -- with Congress wrestling over new gun laws -- I have just finished the analysis of last year's gun laws passed by Congress. These were contained in the huge Omnibus Consolidated and Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1999 (Public Law number 105-277). I'll have the full update soon, and it will be summarized at gunlaws.com. These are the highlights.

TOTAL NEW GUN LAW ADDED BY CONGRESS IN 1998:

4,829 words

Growth in federal gun laws: 5.78%

Total federal gun laws now on the books: 88,413 words

Total number of changes enacted: 8 amendments, 8 funding provisions, 6 new laws, 1 repeal

The update section for Gun Laws of America currently has 15 new entries to cover the new material. I'll let you know when that material is ready for release (it's close, but the final details are alwa ... Read more »

For most couples, applying for the marriage license is the least romantic part of getting married. They go, they sit, they fill out the form, they show their IDs, they pay the fee and then they leave. It's about as romantic as a visit to the DMV. It is a necessary part of the process, though. Without a marriage license, your wedding is at best a really fancy and romantic party. The license is what seals the deal with the state and the government. It's important, even though it feels like a chore.

Marriage licenses can be traced all the way back to the middle ages. They started being used by the Catholic Church to get around a situation called The Banns of Marriage. For the most part the Banns of Marriage are associated with the Catholic Church though it has ties to the Church of England as well.

You are probably familiar with that part of the marriage ceremony during which the officiant asks if there are any objections to the union that is about to happen. This is a ... Read more »

There  is no doubt that family problems or concerns can be some of the most stressful and emotionally traumatic events you can experience. Although coming to a decision about whether to seek legal help can be difficult, we are here to make your life easier and provide you with comprehensive Family Law advice for often complex and stressful issues. Legal help can be the best way of resolving problems – we can assist with issues surrounding Divorce. Civil Partnerships. Children. Pre-Nuptial Agreements and Separation Agreements.

A hefty legal battle will be the last thing you want if you are in the midst of dealing with family problems. That s why our Family Law Solicitors are here and why they offer expert and professional family legal advice for a range of issues. We have the experience and understanding to deal with your case sensitively and take everyone’s issues into account. We don t burden you with legal terms, jargon or unnecessary information and we ll bring your case ... Read more »

Bankruptcy allows people to either get rid of most of their debt and start over or work out a plan to replay creditors.

Chapter 11 Bankruptcy provides for reorganization and payment of debts.

Chapter 12 Bankruptcy is for farmers and their families.

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy provides for debt repayment for only individuals.

Have you lost a job or had your income reduced? Do you have unanticipated medical bills? Have your living expenses increased beyond what you need to make your normal minimum payments on your credit cards and other bills? The vast majority of people who need to file bankruptcy end up in that position through no fault of their own. That isn t intended to mean that people who file aren t responsible for their debts. They are. But the bankruptcy laws exist to enable people to get a fresh start when unexpected or unforeseen events occur to render them unable to pay their debts.

Whether to file bankruptcy is a ser ... Read more »

About Distance Education

If you've ever wondered what is distance learning, it is defined as the process of transferring knowledge to learners (students) who are separated from the instructor (teacher) by time and/or physical distance and are making use of technology components. such as the Internet, video, discussion forums, CD's, tapes and other forms of technology to accomplish learning.

Distance learning is what should occur if special consideration has been taken regarding the course design, instructional techniques, communication mediums, and organization and administrative issues associated with the distance education program. Knowledge transfer should transpire despite the fact that the instructor and learner are geographically separated by time or distance.

Distance learning , distance education and e-Learning are terms used synonymously in education and learning technologies. It is deemed that distance learning h ... Read more »

lt;p> This highly respected and widely used casebook -- long recognized by both students and instructors as one of the best available for any course -- continues to offer a dynamic and distinctive introduction to the law of property. Carefully preserving the excellent foundation created by original authors the late Jesse Dukeminier and James Krier, PROPERTY, Sixth Edition, incorporates a wealth of new material. lt;/p> lt;p> What makes PROPERTY such an ideal casebook? lt;/p> lt;ul> lt;li> a unique blend of wit, erudition, insight, and playfulness lt;/li> lt;li> engaging structure that encompasses cases, text, questions, problems, visual illustrations, and examples lt;/li> lt;li> modular organization makes the book highly adaptable to a range of syllabi and equally well suited for use in property courses with different emphases and credit hours lt;/li> lt;li> distinctive sense of humor and human-interest perspective lt;/li> lt;li> comprehensive coverage of property topics, including ... Read more »

Possession

Possession of any amount of marijuana is a violation which is subject to up to one year of incarceration (conditional release may be granted).

A subsequent conviction for possession is a felony which carries the penalty of 2-10 years of incarceration.

See:

• Oklahoma Stat. tit. 63 Section 2-402(B) II

Sale or Distribution

The sale of less than 25 lbs. is a felony which is punishable by incarceration for a period of 2 years-life, as well as a fine of $20,000.

The sale of 25 lbs. to 1000 lbs. is a felony which is punishable by incarceration for a period of 4 years-life, as well as a fine of $25,000-$100,000.

The sale of 1000 lbs. or more is a felony which is punishable by incarceration for a period of 4 years-life, as well as a fine of $100,000-$500,000.

The sale to minors is a felony which is punishable by a double penalty for both the period of incarceration as well as the fine to be p ... Read more »

Welcome to CriminalJusticeDegreeOnline.com. where you will find everything you need to know about pursuing a criminal justice degree online. Read on to learn more about criminal justice careers and how to find the right criminal justice degree online program for you.

What is criminal justice?

The term criminal justice includes apprehending, arresting, prosecuting, defending, punishing, incarcerating, and rehabilitating perpetrators of crimes. Because it covers many different aspects of crime, a criminal justice degree is extremely versatile and can be applied to a wide number of careers and disciplines. Also, as the concern for safety continues to increase among the general public, the criminal justice field remains one of the hottest areas of employment.

Why choose to pursue a criminal justice degree online?

Earning a criminal justice degree online allows you to do the following:

• Conti ... Read more »

The World Law Dictionary English may be the common language of the world, but the Common Law is not the common law of the world.

Some of the world’s leading law faculties have joined together to create an online database of legal terminology, all linked to a single English dictionary of law, with the aim of making it easier to understand and communicate legal concepts in different languages.

The overall aim of the project is to create the world’s best and largest multilingual law dictionary.

At launch, which is planned for January 2016 for the first few languages, there will be 10,000 English legal terms in the dictionary.

Academics in the field of law and linguistics have complained for decades about the shortage of good bilingual legal dictionaries 1 pointing out that legal publishers are reluctant to spend the time or money required to produce a good legal dictionary 2. These scholars have written extensively on the shortcomings of multilingual leg ... Read more »

Almost every employee is subject to protections under a number of federal employment and anti-discrimination laws, while state laws may vary greatly in terms of their application to employers and protections provided to employees. Following is a primer on important federal employment and anti-discrimination laws. Given the wide variation in state employment and anti-discrimination laws, it is important that you also understand the employment laws in your state. If you have questions about your rights as an employee under the laws in your state, or wish to discuss your rights under the federal laws described below, talk with an employment law attorney in your area.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

The Americans with Disabilities Act protects those individuals who have a long-term physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a life activity. A "disability" under the ADA can include confinement to a wheelchair, vision and hearing problems, relianc ... Read more »

October, 2003; Last Reviewed Dec. .

A contract intends to formalize an agreement between two or more parties, in relation to a particular subject. Contracts can cover an extremely broad range of matters, including the sale of goods or real property, the terms of employment or of an independent contractor relationship, the settlement of a dispute, and ownership of intellectual property developed as part of a work for hire.

Typically, in order to be enforceable, a contract must involve the following elements:

The parties to the contract have a mutual understanding of what the contract covers. For example, in a contract for the sale of a mustang , the buyer thinks he will obtain a car and the seller believes he is contracting to sell a horse, there is no meeting of the minds and the contract will likely be held unenforceable.

The contract involves an offer (or more than one offer) to another party, who accepts the offer. For example, in a contract for ... Read more »

Questions touching the scope, effect or application of a rule of law which the courts apply in determining the rights of parties.

An issue before a court of appeal that requires the application of legal principles.

A question of law is usually contrasted with a question of fact. a mixed question of law and fact and even a question of discretion.

In the context of an appeal, a question of law is often put forward as an alleged error of law ; termed as a "question" for reasons of political correctness as it is not a recognized as a error until the appellate court says so.

In Woodhouse AC Israel Cocoa Ltd. Justice Alfred Denning (aka Lord Denning), wrote of the most commonly given example of a question of law :

"It has long been settled that the interpretation of a document is a matter of law for the court, save in those cases where there is some ground for thinking that the words were used by the writer — ... Read more »

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The last thing most college students want to deal with is a legal matter. More often than not, simple discrepancies over rent agreements may turn into legal disputes that may ruin one’s credit score. Other times, questions about academic integrity may have long-lasting effects on one’s professional career.

If you’re faced with important legal questions that need immediate answers, it’s important to know your rights, and in some very serious cases, you might actually need a lawyer. Some common legal issues faced by college students are learning disability accommodations, honor code/academic violations, and DUI incidents.

Most recently, The Times and Democrat, reported that University of South Carolina student Sean Aston, was charged with a felony DUI for killing two motorcyclists. And Ramapo College student Douglas Hervey, 20, was charged in November with two counts of assault by motor vehicle.

Housing dispute ... Read more »

Although the law may not like the sound of it, there are often different degrees of guilt that can be associated with a crime depending upon the prosecutor, defense attorney, and even the judge.

If you've ever heard of the case Commonwealth v. Woodward (also known as the "nanny case,) then you already have a leg up in the realization that there can be several different degrees of guilt associated with any given crime. In that case, a nanny was convicted of murdering a toddler by shaking the child until it died. According to the jury's verdict, the nanny was to spend a minimum of 15 years in prison. However, the nanny was released from prison a week after entering the establishment because the judge threw out the jury's verdict.

From the beginning of the Woodward case, the prime question that needed to be answered was what charges should be brought against the nanny. The question "did she do it?" was easily answered in the affirmative by almost every par ... Read more »

The broad topic of constitutional law deals with the interpretation and implementation of the United States Constitution. As the Constitution is the foundation of the United States, constitutional law deals with some of the fundamental relationships within our society. This includes relationships among the states, the states and the federal government, the three branches (executive, legislative, judicial) of the federal government, and the rights of the individual in relation to both federal and state government. The area of judicial review is an important subject within Constitutional Law. The Supreme Court has played a crucial role in interpreting the Constitution. Consequently, study of Constitutional Law focuses heavily on Supreme Court rulings.

While the topic also covers the interpretation and implementation of state constitutions, without qualification it is usually understood as referring to the Federal Constitution.

The Constitution establishes the three bra ... Read more »

Since 1937, Kaplan has been working to make postsecondary education available to people by providing local access. Kaplan continues this tradition today by offering individual courses and entire degree and certificate programs completely online, allowing working professionals to gain an education without interrupting their professional or family obligations.

Walden University is a private online institution accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. At Walden, students are able to enroll in online certificate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree programs, or choose to take individual online classes to help them gain the specific knowledge and academic credit they want or need.

Northcentral University was founded to provide accessible, high-quality, online graduate degrees to working professionals. As a regionally accredited, online university, NCU serves students worldwide, focusing on Doctoral and Mas ... Read more »

By Jenna Russell, Globe Staff | April 1, 2005

Members of the state Board of Higher Education shot down the proposed University of Massachusetts law school yesterday after months of forceful debate over the plan and intense scrutiny by state officials, who concluded that the school's financial plan was too fragile and that legal questions about its structure had not been answered.

The 8-to-3 vote against the state's first public law school followed an emotional two-hour meeting at Bunker Hill Community College, where supporters of the merger between unaccredited Southern New England School of Law and nearby UMass-Dartmouth cheered statements in favor of the project and bristled at opponents' arguments. Scattered hugs and tears followed the decision.

''When people tell the story of public higher education in the Commonwealth, a long story with some sad chapters, they will tell the story of what you did today," UMass-Dartmouth chancellor Jean MacCormack, a leade ... Read more »

Summary of the Major Laws of the Department of Labor

The Department of Labor (DOL) administers and enforces more than 180 federal laws. These mandates and the regulations that implement them cover many workplace activities for about 10 million employers and 125 million workers.

Following is a brief description of many of DOL's principal statutes most commonly applicable to businesses, job seekers, workers, retirees, contractors and grantees. This brief summary is intended to acquaint you with the major labor laws and not to offer a detailed exposition. For authoritative information and references to fuller descriptions on these laws, you should consult the statutes and regulations themselves.

Employment Laws Assistance provides a list of selected U.S. Department of Labor laws and regulations with links to related compliance assistance activities. The DOL compliance assistance Web site offers complete information on how to comply with federal employment laws ... Read more »

For -2015, the following two essays are required of all applicants:

1. Resilience. Perseverance. Grit. Call it what you will . Challenges can build character. Describe a challenging experience you ve had. How were you tested? What did you learn? (450 words)
2. Leadership requires an ability to collaborate with and motivate others. Describe a professional experience that required you to influence people. What did this experience teach you about working with others, and how will it make you a better leader? (450 words)

Certain applicants will respond to additional questions:

• If needed, use this section to briefly describe any extenuating circumstances (e.g. unexplained gaps in work experience, choice of recommenders, inconsistent or questionable academic performance, etc.) (no word count)

The Video Essays provide applicants with an additional opportunity to demonstrate what they will br ... Read more »

A curfew is a law, regulation, or ordinance that forbids particular people or particular classes of people from being outdoors in public places at certain specified times of the day.

Local ordinances and state statutes may make it unlawful for minors below a certain age to be on public streets, unless they are accompanied by a parent or an adult or on lawful and necessary business on behalf of their parents or guardians. For example, a Michigan state law provides that [n]o minor under the age of 12 years shall loiter, idle or congregate in or on any public street, highway, alley or park between the hours of 10 o'clock p.m. and 6 o'clock a.m. unless the minor is accompanied by a parent or guardian, or some adult delegated by the parent or guardian to accompany the child. MCLA 722.751; MSA 28.342(1). Curfew laws in other states and cities typically set forth different curfews for minors of different ages.

Curfew laws and ordinances have been sustained as necessary to c ... Read more »

how do you choose from the top mba schools to find the school that best matches your own aspirations and requirements? the following checklist details all the factors that you need to consider:

1. where do you want to study?
2. what are the admission requirements?
3. what is the graduation rate?
4. is the mba school or mba program accredited?
5. what is the ranking of the mba school or the mba program?
6. what student support services are available?

1. where do you want to study?

one important factor is the geographic location of the business school. do you want to study nearby or are you able to travel nationally or internationally? this can have a major effect on the cost of your mba program and also on your admission requirements so you do need to choose carefully.

some of the top mba schools, such as university of phoenix also run distance learning and online mba programs which can be worth consider ... Read more »

29 Code of Federal Regulations (C.F.R.) Part 1614

The regulations governing the processing of Federal sector discrimination complaints are contained in Title 29 C.F.R. Part 1614. These regulations also define the role of the counselors, managers, supervisors, and witnesses.

Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967, as amended

The ADEA prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of age (40 years or older). Unlike Title VII and the Rehabilitation Act, the ADEA allows persons claiming age discrimination to go directly to court without going through an agency's administrative complaint procedures. If, however, a complainant chooses to file an administrative complaint, (s)he must exhaust administrative remedies before proceeding to court. As with Title VII complaints, a complainant exhausts administrative remedies 180 days after filing a formal complaint or 180 days after filing an appeal with the Equal Employme ... Read more »

Almost all minors under the age of 18 are subject to California's child labor protections. Under the California Labor Code, "minor" is defined as any person under the age of 18 years required to attend school under the provisions of the Education Code, and any person under age six. "Dropouts" are subject to California's compulsory education laws, and thus are subject to all state child labor law requirements. Emancipated minors, while subject to all California's child labor laws, may apply for a work permit without their parents' permission.

Child labor laws

The Division of Labor Standards Enforcement's child labor law booklet contains comprehensive information about child labor laws, school attendance, wage, hour, and age requirements, restrictions, employer requirements and work permits.

For table summaries of child labor law requirements and restrictions arranged by age, and for a summary of penalties which may be imposed for violating chi ... Read more »

A person commits an offense of unlawfully carrying a weapon if the person intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly carries a handgun on or about his or her person unless the person is on one's own premise or premises under the person's control or inside of or directly en route to a motor vehicle that is owned by the person or under the person's control. It is unlawful to intentionally, knowingly or recklessly carry on or about one's person a handgun in a motor vehicle if the handgun is in plain view or the person is engaged in criminal activity (other than a misdemeanor traffic violation), prohibited by law from possessing a firearm or is a member of a street gang.

A person applying for a license to carry a concealed handgun must apply by obtaining a request for application materials from a handgun dealer, the Department of Public Safety, or any other person approved by the department.  The Department of Public Safety shall review all applications materials and make a prelimi ... Read more »

With broadband performance improving all the time, it's now easier than ever to study for online college degrees. There's considerable flexibility in the structure of the curriculum when you study at an online college. This allows you to continue in work or as a parent while studying. All you need do is explore which major captures your interest and whether the rest of the curriculum will deliver the education you need to advance your career prospects.

This service gives you the information you need on the accredited online colleges and universities. There's sufficient information on all the most popular online college degrees so you can pick the best way forward into a successful future.

Online accredited colleges are growing more popular. Why are more people enrolling in online colleges? It is the accreditation process that makes online accredited colleges more popular

the pros and cons

Online colleges are a different way of delivering di ... Read more »

Fit is a crucial aspect to demonstrate in your Kellogg MBA application. The close-knit community values leadership and teamwork. At the same time, diversity in experience, background and thought is valued among the developing leaders of Kellogg. Doing your research on the programs, activities, clubs, classes and professors at Kellogg will be important as you approach your essays. While you are reading and conversing with students and alumni, keep in mind how you envision your own background adding to the community.

This year, Kellogg has added a mandatory video interview to the application process. While it won’t replace the in-person interview for Kellogg, it is an opportunity for the admissions committee to see the person behind the accomplishments you will describe. Video interviews can be daunting, and Stacy Blackman Consulting has developed customized preparation to help you practice for this important component of the application and provide our expert feedback. Contac ... Read more »

A trademark is any word, name, symbol, or design, or any combination thereof, used in commerce to identify and distinguish the goods of one manufacturer or seller from those of another and to indicate the source of the goods. See 15 U.S.C. § 1127 .

Trademarks are generally words, phrases, logos and symbols used by producers to identify their goods. However, shapes, sounds, fragrances and colors may also be registered as trademarks. See Qualitex v. Jacobsen Products Co. Inc.. 514 U.S. 159 (1995). In recent years, trademark law has expanded to include trade dress and antidilution protection. Almost any word, name, symbol, or device capable of distinguishing the source of goods may be used as a trademark subject to few limitations. However, a mark 's eligibility for trademark protection may be limited by application of the functionality doctrine. and a mark may be denied registration if it falls within any of the categories listed under 15 U.S.C. § 1052 .

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For those seeking a career that deals with money, an MBA specialization in finance can prove to be invaluable. It is a career field which requires one to possess skills in mathematics, economics, and financial theory, all of which are covered in great detail in a finance degree, specialization or track.

A finance MBA prepares students for careers in:

• * Accounting
• * Financial planning
• * Banking
• * Corporate finance
• * A number of other careers in, and closely related to, the financial sector

Since you’ll be dealing almost exclusively with numbers, mathematics is an essential part of any finance degree. Courses focus on investment, investment strategy, local and global economics, mergers acquisitions (M&Amp;A), corporate risk insurance and financial theory.

While courses vary from school to school, finance MBAcourses typically include:

• * Corporate investment management< ... Read more »

"Defamation" is a catch-all term for any statement that hurts someone's reputation. Written defamation is called "libel," and spoken defamation is called "slander." Defamation is not a crime, but it is a "tort" (a civil wrong, rather than a criminal wrong). A person who has been defamed can sue the person who did the defaming. (For in-depth information on defamation claims, check out Nolo's Defamation, Libel Slander  section.)

Defamation law tries to balance competing interests: On the one hand, people should not ruin others' lives by telling lies about them; but on the other hand, people should be able to speak freely without fear of litigation over every insult, disagreement, or mistake. Political and social disagreement is important in a free society, and we obviously don't all share the same opinions or beliefs. For instance, political opponents often reach opposite conclusions from the same facts, and editorial cartoonists often exaggerate facts to make their point.

People often confuse being separated with a legal separation. This article explains the differences between these concepts and provides a basic overview of military divorce.

Sometimes, couples (both military and civilian) that are going through a rough patch in their marriage choose to separate before pursuing a divorce. They may want time to see how they do living apart or to seek counseling to save their marriage. During a separation, most couples will live apart. If they can’t afford to live apart, they may act as though they are separated while living in the same home - as roommates without cohabitation (sexual relations).

When it becomes clear that the separation is going to last for some time or that the next likely step is divorce, a couple may enter into a “separation agreement,” which is a written agreement that spells out how the couple wants to handle certain issues during their separation, including child custody and support, alimony payments (if any), an ... Read more »

My son has been married for four years. From the planning of the wedding until now, it has been difficult. I was blamed for things that happened before the wedding which were not true and I just find my daughter-in-law to be very cold. According to my son she had a list of 11 things I did wrong before the wedding. The wedding was difficult as I was completely ignored. She never calls me or emails me. My son said she is not that type of person. He said she doesn't email her best friend. They come to my house occasionally for holidays. I was never invited to their home as he said the house was too small. They now have a son. I gave her a beautiful shower and nice gifts. Everyone got a thank you note but me. I cry a lot over this. I tried talking to my son and he says she is not outgoing. Her parents live out of town and come occasionally and spend the night. I feel hurt and left out. I cannot talk to my son anymore. He says I am too emotional. I think too much about things. What do I ... Read more »

Posted by William A. Jacobson Saturday, August 6, at 10:00am | 8/6/ - 10:00am

Lawrence Connell is a tenured law professor at Widener Law School in Delaware.  I have noted in prior posts that Connell was accused of a wide range of racist and sexist conduct directed at students in his classes and at Dean Linda Ammons (because of hypothetical examples Connell used in class).

Connell has sued, and also went through a university disciplinary hearing process.  The faculty committee which heard the evidence found that Connell did not violate any university policy with regard to the allegations of racist and sexist conduct.  The committee report, available exclusively here. while it ultimately vindicates Connell, is a depressing narrative of the sorry state of political correctness and race/sex politics on campus, in which the feelings and reaction of accusers carry as much weight as the objective reality of the statements made.  While Connell was vindicated on a wide range ... Read more »