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CHAPTER 1: OVERVIEW OF THE LEGAL SYSTEM.

Authors :
Dougherty, Neil S.
Goldberger, Alan S.
Carpenter, Linda Jean
Source :
Sport, Physical Activity & the Law (2nd ed.); 2002, p3-18, 16p
Publication Year :
2002

Abstract

Presents an overview of the U.S. legal system as it applies to sport and physical activity. Differences between matters that are normally subject to criminal laws and those that are normally subject to civil law; Explanation of the steps in the process of a civil lawsuit; Description of the nature and application of the primary forms of pretrial discovery.

Details

Language :
English
ISBNs :
9781571674920
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Sport, Physical Activity & the Law (2nd ed.)
Publication Type :
Book
Accession number :
20410353