This book is a practical guide to conducting a proof in the sheriff court, based on the author’s thirty years of experience of presenting evidence at proofs and hearings in the sheriff court, the Court of Session and before tribunals. The guide highlights the importance of risk management in an area of law that is fraught with hazards concerning costs, timescales and adverse outcomes. It also identifies many useful steps that ought to be taken with a view to minimising such hazards and making the process of conducting a proof as smooth and as painless as possible. Although the book is aimed primarily at practitioners it describes the practical application of the law of evidence, an area which will interest academics and students. The guide deals with managing clients, advice on preparation and how best to cover your back in this perilous area of practice. Although reference is made to court rules and textbooks the book is first and foremost a practice guide.ABOUT THE AUTHORAndrew Stevenson S.S.C. is a practising solicitor advocate at Waddell and Mackintosh, Troon. He has undertaken many hundreds of proofs across Scotland since 1992 in virtually all areas of litigation and has long experience of acting as a commissioner to recover evidence in sheriff court actions both civil and criminal. Andrew is a former President of the Glasgow Bar Association and he is currently Secretary of the Scottish Law Agents’ Society. He is also a committee member of the Society of Solicitor Advocates. Andrew has written extensively on civil procedure and gives seminars on proofs and litigation. He is a contributor to Greens Litigation Styles. He is a regular columnist for The Scotsman and is a vice convenor of the Discipline Tribunal of the Church of Scotland. He is the author of Style Writs for the Sheriff Court, Bloomsbury 2023.CONTENTS1. Introduction2. Risk Management3. The Capacities in Which You Are Acting4. Officer of the Court5. Acting as Direct Agent for a Litigant6. Acting as an Agent for Another Solicitor7. Acting as an Employee8. Recipient of Third Party Funding9. Risk Management: How to Avoid Having to Conduct a Proof10. Points to Attend to When the Proof Is Being Assigned11. Modes of Proof12. Managing the Evidence That You Need to Succeed at a Proof13. Intimating and Lodging Lists of Documents, Witnesses, Affidavits and Productions14. Practical Steps to Make Life as Easy as Possible on the Day15. Using Evidence at the Proof; Witnesses16. Adducing Objective and Not Subjective Evidence17. Calling Witnesses18. Credibility Versus Reliability19. Objecting to the Opponent’s Questions20. Cross Examination21. Judicial Knowledge22. Ordinary Cause Rules on Running a Proof23. The Law of Evidence24. Running a Hopeless Proof25. If the Proof Is Lost26. ConclusionBibliography Read more

Clear, authoritative and detailed, Cross & Tapper on Evidence has, over successive editions, become firmly established as a classic of legal literature. The thirteenth edition of this essential textbook reflects on all recent changes and developments in this fast-moving subject. In particular, it fully examines new case law relevant to evidence of privilege, character and hearsay.The inclusion of some comparative material provides an excellent basis for the critical appraisal of English law. Cross & Tapper remains the definitive guide to the law of evidence, and is an indispensable resource for students and practitioners alike. Read more

The last days of colonialism taught America's revolutionaries that soldiers in the streets bring conflict and tyranny. As a result, our country has generally worked to keep the military out of law enforcement. But according to investigative reporter Radley Balko, over the last several decades, America's cops have increasingly come to resemble ground troops. The consequences have been dire: the home is no longer a place of sanctuary, the Fourth Amendment has been gutted, and police today have been conditioned to see the citizens they serve as an other--an enemy. Today's armored-up policemen are a far cry from the constables of early America. The unrest of the 1960s brought about the invention of the SWAT unit--which in turn led to the debut of military tactics in the ranks of police officers. Nixon's War on Drugs, Reagan's War on Poverty, Clinton's COPS program, the post--9/11 security state under Bush and Obama: by degrees, each of these innovations expanded and empowered police forces, always at the expense of civil liberties. And these are just four among a slew of reckless programs. In Rise of the Warrior Cop, Balko shows how politicians' ill-considered policies and relentless declarations of war against vague enemies like crime, drugs, and terror have blurred the distinction between cop and soldier. His fascinating, frightening narrative shows how over a generation, a creeping battlefield mentality has isolated and alienated American police officers and put them on a collision course with the values of a free society. Read more

This textbook comprehensively examines and analyses the interpretation and application of the United Kingdom's Human Rights Act 1998. The third edition has been fully updated to include the last seven years of case law. Part I covers key procedural issues including: the background to the Act; the relationship between UK courts and the European Court of Human Rights; the definition of victim and public authority; determining incompatibility including deference and proportionality; the impact of the Act on primary legislation; and damages and other remedies for the violation of Convention rights. In Part II of the book, the Convention rights, as interpreted and applied by United Kingdom courts, are examined in detail. All of the key Convention rights are discussed including: the right to life; freedom from torture and inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment; the right to liberty; fair trial; the rights to private life, family life and home; freedom of religion and belief; freedom of expression; the right to peaceful enjoyment of possessions; and the right to freedom from discrimination in the enjoyment of Convention rights. The third edition of Human Rights Law will be invaluable for those teaching, studying and practising in the areas of United Kingdom human rights law, constitutional law and administrative law. Read more

The Guidelines for the Assessment of General Damages in Personal Injury Cases are designed to provide a clear and logical framework for the assessment of damages in personal injury cases. The first edition of this title was regarded as a landmark in personal injury practice. Each succeeding issue has built on this reputation and the book has now firmly established itself as essential reading for all those involved in the area of personal injury litigation. This new edition has been fully updated to take into account inflation since the last edition as well as reflect decisions of the higher courts on quantum. It also retains the column of figures appropriate to those few remaining claims, still coming before the courts, in which the 10% uplift in general damages recommended by Sir Rupert Jackson and endorsed by the Court of Appeal in Simmons v Castle [2012] EWCA Civ 1288 does not apply. As with previous editions, all judges involved in hearing personal injury cases will automatically receive a copy of the book. Read more

Although the system has been operating for over eight years, A Practical Guide to Simple Procedure in the Sheriff Court is the first book to be written on this important topic. Furthermore, it is designed to assist solicitors to minimize the ever present perils of complaints and the non-payment of fees and outlays. The book pays particular regard to risk management in relation to cost, delay and the uncertainties over the rules of evidence.The book regards Simple Procedure as only one component of a small debt recovery process that requires knowledge and awareness of the practicalities of the law of expenses and of diligence, two key areas which are not sufficiently covered by the Rules themselves. The book looks at other systems of low value claims and argues firstly that solicitors should try to minimise their involvement in Simple Procedure completely and, secondly, that low value actions should be taken out of the courts entirely.While A Practical Guide to Simple Procedure in the Sheriff Court is designed primarily for solicitors it will also be of use to students and party litigants seeking to navigate their way round this form of process.ABOUT THE AUTHORAndrew Stevenson is a practising solicitor advocate at Waddell and Mackintosh, Troon. He first appeared in the small claims court in 1989, gave a seminar for the Royal Faculty of Procurators in Glasgow when new Summary Cause and Small Claims rules were introduced in 2002, and another for the Glasgow Bar Association when Simple Procedure was launched in 2016.Andrew has written extensively on civil procedure and is a contributor to Greens Litigation Styles. He is the author of Style Writs for the Sheriff Court 5th edition (Bloomsbury, 2023) and A Practical Guide to Conducting a Sheriff Court Proof (Law Brief Publishing, 2023). He is a past President of the G.B.A. and was formerly a Reporter to the Client Relations Office of the Law Society of Scotland. He is currently the Secretary of the Scottish Law Agents’ Society. Andrew is a columnist for The Scotsman. He has drafted legislation for the Church of Scotland and is a vice-convenor of its Discipline Tribunal.CONTENTSChapter 1 – Risk ManagementChapter 2 – The Costs of Low Value ActionsChapter 3 – Sources of the Law of Simple ProcedureChapter 4 – Civil OnlineChapter 5 – Other Commonwealth SystemsChapter 6 – The Misnomer That Is Simple ProcedureChapter 7 – The Structure of the Simple Procedure RulesChapter 8 – Principles, Powers and the Definition of a Simple Procedure ClaimChapter 9 – Representation and SupportChapter 10 – Service of DocumentsChapter 11 – How to Make a ClaimChapter 12 – Interim DiligenceChapter 13 – How to Respond to a ClaimChapter 14 – Undisputed and Disputed Cases, First Written Orders and Case Management DiscussionsChapter 15 – InterlocutorsChapter 16 – MotionsChapter 17 – EvidenceChapter 18 – Proof and the Granting of DecreeChapter 19 – ExpensesChapter 20 – Enforcing a Decree in ScotlandChapter 21 – AppealsChapter 22 – Transfer of Causes Out of Simple Procedure, Reference to the E.C.J., Interventions by the E.H.R.C. and S.C.H.R., Damages Management Orders, Child’s Property Administration Orders, Equality Act 2010 ClaimsThe Future of Simple Procedure Read more

The low income savings challenge book is here to help!This notebook contains 21 different kinds of savings challenges designed to help you save whatever your monthly income may be. From short-term challenges that encourage you to set aside small amounts each week, to long-term plans that help you take control of your financial future, this book contains everything you need to reach your savings goals. It’s the guide you need to get your savings on track and start building a secure financial future.Great Gift Idea!This book includes:Save £50 in 25 days - (6 Pages)Save £80 in 30 days - (6 Pages)Save £100 in 30 days - (6 Pages)Save £150 in 30 days - (6 Pages)Save £200 in 30 days - (6 Pages)Save £250 in 30 days - (6 Pages)Save £300 in 40 days - (6 Pages)Save £400 in 40 days - (6 Pages)Save £500 in 60 days - (6 Pages)Save £700 in 60 days - (6 Pages)Save £800 in 60 days - (6 Pages)Save £900 in 90 days - (6 Pages)Save £1,000 in 16 weeks - (6 Pages)Save £1,500 in 26 weeks - (6 Pages)Save £2,000 in 30 weeks - (6 Pages)Save £3,000 in 36 weeks - (6 Pages)Save £4,000 in 40 weeks - (6 Pages)Save £5,000 in 52 weeks - (6 Pages)Save £10,000 in 52 weeks - (6 Pages)Save £15,000 in 52 weeks - (3 Pages)Get your copy now! Read more

Contains a wide-ranging selection of materials including statutes, statutory instruments, EU Directives and Codes relating to contract, delict and unjustified enrichment, together with provisions which affect the general law on civil liability. Read more

Civil Litigation introduces students to the processes and procedures involved in making and defending civil litigation claims. The text is ideal for students taking the Legal Practice Course or relevant LLB or LLM modules and features case studies on both a personal injury matter and a commercial matter, making it suitable for students with either a high street or a commercial focus. Following the chronological progression of a civil litigation claim, the book offers practical guidance on advising clients whilst ensuring that the latest principles of the SRA Handbook and Code of Conduct are maintained. Students on CILEx courses, new trainees in practice, and paralegals will find this practical guidance of use in both their study and their work. Innovative diagrams at the beginning of chapters clearly illustrate the litigation procedure and help students understand the nature of the process as a whole. Examples provide students with a realistic context for their learning, while issues of cost, best practice, and professional conduct are clearly highlighted. Alternative dispute resolution is given appropriate practical emphasis, and references to the Civil Procedure Rules throughout make sure that students are ready for life in practice. Online Resources - Case study documentation to support the fictional scenarios referred to in the book - Additional chapters covering injunctions, a practical guide to court hearings, instructions to counsel and enforcements of judgment - Annotated forms - Appendix - links to key Court forms - Litigation train timeline to help students put the litigation process in context - Podcasts - Weblinks - Additional case study materials for lecturers, including suggested answers to case study questions - Video clips - Test bank of over 50 multiple choice questions Read more

Legal Cases that Changed Ireland examines key legal cases which have brought about significant social change in Ireland. The book is based on the 2015 project, entitled 'Changing Ireland, Changing Law,' which involved a series of seminars under four themes exploring the relationship between legal action and social change. The four themes included: Women Changing Law, Changing Society; Sexual Identity, Law and Social Change; Immigration, Asylum and Legal Change; and Public Interest Litigation: Does it Work? Under each theme, a perspective is also provided by key non-governmental organizations that supported or initiated strategic legal cases, namely the Public Interest Law Alliance, the National Women's Council of Ireland, the Gay and Lesbian Equality Network, and the Immigrant Council of Ireland. While the changing nature of society is evident every day in our courtrooms, it is only in exceptional cases that we hear the stories behind moments of legal change. This book documents not only the stories of the legal cases themselves, but also the experiences of individuals who have taken cases of social importance. Recognizing that it is not only cases heard in the superior courts resulting in judgments pored over by constitutional lawyers that can shape people's lives in profound ways, this book also supports the sharing of experiences of cases in other legal venues, such as the Equality Tribunal. These stories assist us to understand more about the nature of legal processes. [Subject: Irish Law, Legal History] Read more

This book is an example and guide on narcissistic abuse. The first part is my own journey through a six and a half year relationship with a covert narcissist and how my life went from pure joy to devastation. The other part is a guide in what to look out for as far as narcissistic behaviour goes, and also a section of where I acquired help when everything went wrong. Read more

Trusted by generations of students and litigators, A Practical Approach to Civil Procedure is a classic text which guides you through the maze of procedural requirements utilized by the civil courts. Written by an expert in the field, and co-editor of Blackstone's Civil Practice, this book is unrivalled in its detail of the various stages of a civil claim, making it essential reading for students and newly qualified litigators alike. Taking a thoroughly practical focus throughout, the book charts the progress of a typical civil litigation claim, from funding litigation and issuing and serving proceedings, through to trial, enforcement, and appeal. Full coverage of alternative dispute resolution is also included. Relevant sample documentation is featured throughout and introduces the reader to the forms and documents which will be encountered in practice, while key point summaries featured at the end of chapters highlight the essential points covered. Online ResourcesA range of web links to key related sources support students looking to read around the subject and develop their understanding. Read more

2024 Diary.January to December weekly overview diary for daily and weekly organizer with daily notes and to-do list.The period from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024.It helps inspire you to think of your best thoughts and is an easy way to record loving, funny, happy, quote, sad, painful, poignant moments, and more.The page spreads of this weekly diary or planner make it simple to include all of your chores, schedule notes, diary appointments, and more so you can be as effective as possible.This diary calendar was designed to make you smile while achieving your goals.Click ADD TO CART or BUY NOW to get your copy now Read more

This new edition contains the historic petition first presented to the United Nations in 1951 by its author, William L. Patterson and Paul Robeson in support of the charge that the racism of Government and its agencies was a crime punishable under the UN Genocide Convention. The petition presented specific, documented evidence of inhuman and racist practices in the United States. The innumerable beatings, frame-ups, arrests and murders of black Americans continued unabated but no adequate remedial measures were taken by government authorities.In 1970 an Emergency Conference Committee, co-chaired by Ossie Davis again presented the petition to the UN, with a preface by Ossie Davis himself and a new foreword by William L. Patterson.As we know, systematic racism continues and feeds individual racist acts; all of which function to weaken the essential unity of the working people and add to the power and profit of “the 1%”. This is the third edition of the petition, with a prologue by Jarvis Tyner – a lifelong fighter for black liberation, workers’ rights, peace and a socialist future. Tyner was the vice- presidential candidate of the Communist Party, USA in 1972 and 1976 and today is an active leader of the CPUSA in New York and nationally. May this new edition add strength and clarity to the demands of today’s movements for full equality, economic rights and world peace. Read more

'Professor Sassòli has combined his first hand experience of the challenges facing the application of international humanitarian law with his scholarly understanding of international law. He sets out the details necessary for a complete understanding of humanitarian law but also highlights the contemporary controversies. One of the many qualities of this book is that the author always offers us his considered view on what are the best solutions to the dilemmas he highlights. This book is destined to become an authoritative point of reference for generations to come.'- Andrew Clapham, Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies, Switzerland International humanitarian law (IHL) protects persons and property affected by armed conflicts. Focusing on the controversies that impact IHL in practice, this much-anticipated book from leading expert Marco Sassòli discusses when IHL applies, its substantive rules, how to ensure its respect and whether the traditional distinction between international and non-international armed conflicts remains relevant. Sassòli draws on a depth of practical experience to provide invaluable insight and comprehensive guidance on the rules protecting certain categories of persons (for example, civilians, wounded, etc.) during conflict and the rules governing different types of conduct (or example, occupation, naval warfare, etc.). The book examines how these rules interact with other branches of international law, such as human rights and international criminal law, and how the rules are applied to non-State armed groups. Cross-cutting issues, including terrorism, autonomous weapons, cyber warfare, gender and cultural heritage, are also addressed, providing readers with a well-rounded view of IHL and associated concerns. Structured in a clear and accessible way, this book will be the turn-to resource for scholars, lawyers, civil servants and other actors directly involved in the sphere of IHL. It will also be the essential text for forthcoming generations of students, giving them a solid understanding of both the rules relating to IHL and how they are implemented in practice. Read more

Civil Litigation introduces students to the processes and procedures involved in making and defending civil litigation claims. The text is ideal for students taking the Legal Practice Course or relevant LLB or LLM modules and features case studies on both a personal injury matter and a commercial matter, making it suitable for students with either a high street or a commercial focus. Following the chronological progression of a civil litigation claim, the book offers practical guidance on advising clients whilst ensuring that the latest principles of the SRA Handbook and Code of Conduct are maintained. Students on CILEx courses, new trainees in practice, and paralegals will find this practical guidance of use in both their study and their work. Innovative diagrams at the beginning of chapters clearly illustrate the litigation procedure and help students understand the nature of the process as a whole. Examples provide students with a realistic context for their learning, while issues of cost, best practice, and professional conduct are clearly highlighted. Alternative dispute resolution is given appropriate practical emphasis, and references to the Civil Procedure Rules throughout make sure that students are ready for life in practice. Online resources: - Case study documentation to support the fictional scenarios referred to in the book - Additional chapters covering injunctions, a practical guide to court hearings, instructions to counsel and enforcements of judgment - Annotated forms - Appendix - links to key Court forms - Litigation train timeline to help students put the litigation process in context - Podcasts - Updates - Weblinks - Additional case study materials for lecturers, including suggested answers to case study questions - Video clips - Test bank of over 50 multiple choice questions Read more

In 1801, a 45-year-old Revolutionary War veteran and politician, slovenly, genial, brilliant, and persuasive, became the fourth chief justice of the United States, a post he would hold for a record thirty-four years. Before John Marshall joined the Court, the judicial branch was viewed as the poor sister of the federal government, lacking in dignity and clout. After his passing, the Supreme Court of the United States would never be ignored again. John Marshall is award-winning and bestselling author Richard Brookhiser's definitive biography of America's longest-serving Chief Justice.Marshall (1755-1835) was born in Northern Virginia and served as a captain during the Revolutionary War and then as a delegate to the Virginia state convention. He was a friend and admirer of George Washington, and a cousin and enemy of Thomas Jefferson. His appointment to the Supreme Court came almost by chance-Adams saw him as the last viable option, after previous appointees declined the nomination. Yet he took to the court immediately, turning his sharp mind toward strengthening America's fragile legal order.Americans had inherited from their colonial past a deep distrust of judges as creatures of arbitrary royal power; in reaction, newly independent states made them pawns of legislative whim. The result was legal caprice, sometimes amounting to chaos. Marshall wanted a strong federal judiciary, led by the Supreme Court, to define laws, protect rights, and balance the power of the legislative and executive branches. However, America's legal system, he believed, was threatened by specific individuals-namely Thomas Jefferson and the early Republican Party-who were intent on undermining the Constitution and respect for law in order to empower themselves.As a Federalist and a follower of Washington and Hamilton, he also wanted a strong national government, favorable to business. In his three decades on the court, Marshall accomplished just that. As Brookhiser vividly relates, in a string of often-colorful cases involving businessmen, educators, inventors, scoundrels, Native Americans, and slaves, Marshall clipped the power of the states vis-à-vis the federal government, established the Supreme Court's power to correct or rebuke Congress or the president, and bolstered commerce and contracts. John Marshall's modus operandi was charm and wit, frequently uniting his fellow justices around unanimous decisions in even the most controversial cases. For better and for worse, he made the Supreme Court a central part of American life.John Marshall is the definitive biography of America's greatest judge and most important early Chief Justice. Read more

This book provides a concise guide to international disability law. It analyses the case law of the CRPD Committee and other international human rights treaty bodies, and provides commentaries on more than 50 leading cases. The author elaborates on the obligations of States Parties under the CRPD and other international treaties, while also spelling out the rights of persons with disabilities, and the different mechanisms that exist at both domestic and international levels for ensuring that those rights are respected, protected and promoted. The author also delineates the traditional differentiation between civil and political rights on the one hand, and economic, social and cultural rights on the other. He demonstrates, through analysis of the evolving case law, how the gap between these two sets of rights is gradually closing. The result is a powerful tool for political decisionmakers, academics, legal practitioners, law students, persons with disabilities and their representative organisations, human rights activists and general readers. Read more

In May 2013, Glenn Greenwald set out for Hong Kong to meet an anonymous source who claimed to have astonishing evidence of pervasive government spying and insisted on communicating only through heavily encrypted channels. That source turned out to be the 29-year-old NSA contractor Edward Snowden, and his revelations about the agencys widespread, systemic overreach proved to be some of the most explosive and consequential news in recent history, triggering a fierce debate over national security and information privacy. As the arguments rage on and the government considers various proposals for reform, it is clear that we have yet to see the full impact of Snowdens disclosures. Now for the first time, Greenwald fits all the pieces together, recounting his high-intensity ten-day trip to Hong Kong, examining the broader implications of the surveillance detailed in his reporting for The Guardian, and revealing fresh information on the NSAs unprecedented abuse of power with never-before-seen documents entrusted to him by Snowden himself. Going beyond NSA specifics, Greenwald also takes on the establishment media, excoriating their habitual avoidance of adversarial reporting on the government and their failure to serve the interests of the people. Finally, he asks what it means both for individuals and for a nations political health when a government pries so invasively into the private lives of its citizensand considers what safeguards and forms of oversight are necessary to protect democracy in the digital age. Coming at a landmark moment in American history, No Place to Hide is a fearless, incisive, and essential contribution to our understanding of the U.S. surveillance state. Read more