The Handy Law Answer Book by Hudson, David L.

The Handy Law Answer Book

Courtrooms and contracts. Legal claims and criminal cases. The legal system can be complex, but you'll be...
$29.95 USD
$29.95 USD
SKU: 9781578595921
Product Type: Books
Please hurry! Only 69 left in stock
Author: David L. Hudson
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Subtotal: $29.95
The Handy Law Answer Book by Hudson, David L.

The Handy Law Answer Book

$29.95

The Handy Law Answer Book

$29.95
Author: David L. Hudson
Format: Paperback
Language: English

Courtrooms and contracts. Legal claims and criminal cases. The legal system can be complex, but you'll be at an advantage with this enlightening guide by your side!

Understanding the law and navigating the legal system has never been more important. From the day you are born and get your government-issued birth certificate to finding a job and paying your taxes to your eventual death certificate, legal documents, legal rights and responsibilities, and the law are an inescapable part of our lives. Fully revised and updated to include an expanded and up-to-date understanding of individual rights and personal liberties--from the Bill of Rights to the Dobbs decision overturning Roe v. Wade--as well as an all-new chapter on immigration law, The Handy Law Answer Book 2nd edition answers over 750 of the most important, intriguing, and interesting legal questions many of us face, including ...

  • What was the pressing need for the Constitution?
  • What is an example of a separation of powers problem?
  • How is a law created?
  • Why were the first ten amendments--the Bill of Rights--added to the U.S. Constitution?
  • What three freedoms does the Eighth Amendment protect?
  • How was the U.S. Supreme Court created?
  • What president ordered a commission to study various reform proposals to the U.S. Supreme Court?
  • How does tort law differ from criminal law?
  • Are children held to the same standards as adults?
  • What was the McDonald's hot coffee case?
  • Can employers really discriminate against employees for any reason?
  • How does an employee prove a claim of religious discrimination?
  • If you are fired from your job, can you obtain unemployment benefits coverage?
  • What is an arrest?
  • How do you qualify for a court-appointed attorney?
  • What happens if a jury cannot reach a decision?
  • Can cousins legally marry?
  • What happens if a person refuses to pay child support?
  • How long does negative information stay on my credit report?
  • What is a credit freeze?
  • What does it cost to file for bankruptcy?
  • How does one become a U.S. citizen?
  • How can a person obtain asylum?
  • And many, many more!
  • Completely revised and updated for the first time in 15 years, The Handy Law Answer Book incorporates the latest Supreme Court rulings and their views on the Constitution, employment law, criminal law, family law, bankruptcy, affirmative action, Presidential immunity, same-sex marriage, and much, much more. Whether you're in your living room or law school, this compelling resource will inform you of the basics of the law and legal principles. It will arm you with the knowledge you need to navigate and understand our system of justice!



    Author: David L. Hudson
    Publisher: Visible Ink Press
    Published: 04/08/2025
    Pages: 432
    Binding Type: Paperback
    Weight: 1.55lbs
    Size: 9.20h x 7.10w x 1.10d
    ISBN: 9781578595921


    Review Citation(s):
    Booklist 05/01/2025 pg. 22

    About the Author
    Hudson, David L.: -

    David L. Hudson Jr., J.D., is an attorney and law professor at Belmont University's College of Law, a U.S. Constitution scholar, and a fellow for the First Amendment of the Freedom Forum. Hudson earned his undergraduate degree from Duke University and his law degree from Vanderbilt Law School. He speaks widely on Constitutional Law and school law issues. He previously taught classes at Vanderbilt Law School and the Nashville School of Law, where he was awarded its Distinguished Faculty Award. He also served as a senior law clerk for the Tennessee Supreme Court. He is an author, co-author, or co-editor of more than 40 books, including Visible Ink Press's The Handy Civics Answer Book, The Constitution Explained: A Guide for Every American and The Handy Supreme Court Answer Book: The History and Issues Explained. He writes regularly for the American Bar Association's Preview of United States Supreme Court Cases and ABA Journal. He lives in Nashville, Tennessee.


    Returns Policy

    You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).

    You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).

    If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.

    Shipping

    We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.

    When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page.

    Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound.

    Related Products

    Recently Viewed Products