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1. Extending Comparative Fault to Apparent and Implied Consent Cases.

Author

Twerski, Aaron D. and Farber, Nina

Subjects
*INTENTIONAL torts, *CONSENT (Law), *PLAINTIFFS, *DEFENDANTS, *COMPARATIVE negligence
Abstract

An essay on the topic of the determination of liability in case of intentional torts and the consent of plaintiff for the conduct of defendant. Topics discussed include the role of miscommunication in such cases, the responsibility of plaintiffs and defendants to clarify ambiguous signaling, and the use of comparative faults as a defense in intentional torts.

Published
2016

2. Intentional Bias in North Carolina.

Subjects
*RACISM laws, *JUSTICE, *INTENTIONAL torts, *LIFE sentences, *CAPITAL punishment sentencing, *LEGAL evidence, *DEFENDANTS
Abstract

The article discusses an issue of intentional bias in North Carolina. It mentions that a trial judge resentenced three death-row convicts to life without parole under the Racial Justice Act. It notes that the law allows prisoners to have their sentences reduced due to racial bias. It also points out that the judge discovered intentional prosecutorial bias focused at securing a death sentence for the defendants which brings harm to African-Americans and the justice system's integrity.

Published
2012

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