Learning About Law

by Lee Thompson, Carolyn Marcotte, Janet L. Epp Buckingham

Learning About Law focuses on the issues-making law meaningful and alive for students. The text covers the full range of law topics (criminal, tort, contract, consumer, family, and employment law), and integrates international and environmental law wherever appropriate.
Current and Fundamental Content
- Learning About Law has the most current coverage of the Canadian Legal System.
- Over 200 legal cases demonstrate pivotal legal principles.
- Aboriginal law and women in law are integrated where appropriate.
- Addresses recent changes to law such as the Young Offenders Act and the taxation of child maintenance payments.
- Compelling and Accessible for Students
- Current High Profile Legal Issues are featured, and linked to Canadian case law.
- Career Connections explore some less traditional legal careers and extend to further research and career study.
- Environmental Watch and Global Watch are integrated throughout the text-showing how the law impacts our land and our world.
- Learning About Law is full colour throughout, with photos, cartoons, charts, and special feature pages for added interest and comprehension.
0075518414 Teacher's Resource
007552872X Computerized Assessment Bank (Windows)

564 pages, Hardcover

Published October 18, 1996

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