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Plan Your Estate: Protect Your Loved Ones, Property & Finances
By Denis Clifford

Plan Your Estate covers everything from the basics of wills and living trusts to sophisticated tax-saving strategies. The authors give you explanations of every significant estate-planning option available, so you can make the best decisions for you and those you love.


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Submitted by: Malgorzata Pawska, Web Content Coordinator
on May 12, 2008 - 12:00 am

Law School Success in a Nutshell, 2nd Ed.
By Ann Burkhart and Robert Stein

This book answers questions you may have as you begin your legal studies. It also explains and gives examples of the best methods for studying and for taking exams. It describes the opportunities that will be available to you during your second and third years of law school; such as law journals, law clinics, internships, joint degree programs, and study abroad programs. It also provides information about the types of legal practice that are available to you when you graduate.


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Submitted by: Malgorzata Pawska, Web Content Coordinator
on May 05, 2008 - 12:00 am

Guardianship, Conservatorship and the Law
By Margaret C. Jasper

In general, guardianship is defined as a legal relationship between a capable adult-known as a “guardian” and an individual who, by reason of infancy or legal disability, is unable to care for his or her own personal needs and/or manage his or her financial resources. The Guardianship, Conservatorship and the Law discusses the appointment of a guardian and a conservator, and their respective duties.


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Submitted by: Malgorzata Pawska, Web Content Coordinator
on April 28, 2008 - 12:00 am

The 2008 Solo and Small Firm Legal Technology Guide
By Sharon D. Melson, John W. Simek, and Michael C. Maschke

This annual guide is the only one of its kind written to help solo and small firm lawyers find the best legal technology for their dollar. You’ll find the most current information and recommendations on computers, servers, networking equipment, legal software, printers, security products, smartphones, and anything else a law office might need. It’s written in plain language to make implementation easier if you choose to do it yourself–or you can use it in conjunction with your IT consultant. Either way, you’ll learn how to make technology work for you.


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Submitted by: Malgorzata Pawska, Web Content Coordinator
on April 21, 2008 - 12:00 am

Medical Malpractice Claims Investigation
By Nancy Acerbo-Kozuchowski, Kathleen Ashton

This manual describes all the steps necessary to undertake and complete a thorough medical malpractice investigation. It is a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the elements involved in the investigation of an actual or potential medical malpractice claim. It also covers the process of reviewing medical records, document collection, fact analysis, interviewing involved individuals, and identifying possible departures from accepted medical practice.


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Submitted by: Malgorzata Pawska, Web Content Coordinator
on April 14, 2008 - 12:00 am

Immigration Consequences of Criminal Activity, 3rd Edition
By Mary E. Kramer

The Supreme and Federal Courts have issued incredibly important precedent decisions over the past several years that have drastically changed the immigration law landscape. Immigration Consequences of Criminal Activity by Mary E. Kramer is a one volume resource for providing knowledgeable and intelligent representation.


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Submitted by: Malgorzata Pawska, Web Content Coordinator
on April 07, 2008 - 12:00 am

America Votes! A Guide to Modern Election Law and Voting Rights
By Benjamin E. Griffith, Editor

America Votes! provides a snapshot of America’s voting and electoral practices, problems, and most current issues. The book was edited and written by widely knowledgeable practitioners who, through federal perspectives, explore a variety of fundamental areas concerning election law.


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Submitted by: Malgorzata Pawska, Web Content Coordinator
on March 31, 2008 - 12:00 am

Hospital Liability Law
By Margaret C. Jasper.

Hospital Liability Law explores the area of law known generally as “hospital liability,” the duties and responsibilities a hospital owes to its patients, and the theories under which a hospital may be held liable, including negligence; lack of informed consent and/or informed refusal; unauthorized treatment which may lead to a cause of action for battery; breach of privacy for the unauthorized release of a patient’s medical record; and breach of contract. This almanac also discusses the responsibility of the hospital for the actions of its employees.


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Submitted by: Malgorzata Pawska, Web Content Coordinator
on March 24, 2008 - 12:00 am

Practical Jury Dynamics2
By SunWolf, J.D., Ph.D.

The Practical Jury Dynamics2 encourages more attention to three neglected parts of a Juror’s Trial World: the Bio-physiology of a Juror’s Brain - What are a juror’s mental tools and limits?, the Social Psychology of a Juror’s Perceptions - How does a juror make sense of and evaluate the behaviors of other people?, and the Effects of Group Dynamics on a Juror’s Vote - What happens when a juror becomes part of a group?


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Submitted by: Malgorzata Pawska, Web Content Coordinator
on March 17, 2008 - 12:00 am

Opportunity Valley: A History of the Delaware River Valley before 1800
By Edwin G. York

Jenkins Law Library was one of the research resources for the book.
Opportunity Valley portrays the Delaware River Valley before 1800s as the most successful seaport in North America; the natural capital for an emerging independent nation, a world-famous haven for flocks of religious refugees and dissenters, and a well-advertised gateway to land ownership. This book includes interesting maps and illustrations.


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Submitted by: Malgorzata Pawska, Web Content Coordinator
on March 10, 2008 - 12:00 am

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