Use Google to find the Uniform Law Commission site online and see if your state has enacted the Uniform Anatomical Gift Act. Once you find the Uniform Anatomical Gift Act, you will find a map showing which states have enacted it. Use Google to find your official state statutes or use Lexis to find and…

Discussion Question 1: Demand for Inspection of Evidence Often there are documents, emails, videos and other items that the other party has access. You may require the same items for the litigation process. Demand for Inspection of Evidence is a very powerful court rule that allows a party to collect evidence when the other side…

The deposition is an important part of the process of litigation and the paralegal will likely be responsible for notifying the parties who need to be present. Scheduling the court reporter and notifying the opposing counsel as well as the deponent is critical to making sure everyone with an interest is present. The notice of…

The beginning of a law suit is an important document because it sets the claims being made by a Plaintiff and calls for a defendant to raise any defenses. The Complaint and the Answer are the documents used in both federal and state courts. The Complaint needs to employ the facts and the law, element…

The Complaint is an important part of the law suit because if it is done correctly, the rules of the court will be followed and the ethical rules will also be met. The facts must be identified and the law must also be in the Complaint in individual and separate paragraphs. Each paragraph should contain…

Sarah’s attorney asks her to research whistleblowing. She is in a rush and Googles it, whereupon she finds a lawyer’s blog from another state that discusses this issue. Sarah brings the attorney this blog to help her understand the law. Did Sarah approach this the right way? Explain. What should she have done? Now, you…

1. Compare the juvenile justice system to the adult justice system, highlighting at least 3 key differences and 3 similarities. 2. Explore 3 alternative approaches to juvenile detention centers, considering their effectiveness and potential benefits.   3. Examine the dynamics of teen involvement in gangs, considering the factors that attract individuals, potential incentives for joining,…

Important information for the working paralegal to have nearby is referencing data on any and all courts pertinent to one’s jurisdiction and/or legal specialty. At the very least, one should have the contact information and clerk of court’s name handy for the local city/county court, as well as the appropriate federal and state district courts.…

Discussion Question 2: Liability for Pitching Machine Malfunction   The following discussion question touches on vicarious liability, as well as strict liability and product liability.   Lisa and Renee are at a batting cage practicing for their upcoming softball tournament. The pitching machine allows the batter to set the speed of the pitch anywhere from…

Summary Judgment Response Research Assignment Attorneys often ask paralegals to research state and local court rules. This exercise provides an opportunity for you to research a specific topic within your jurisdiction.   Your firm has asked you to research how much time a party has to respond to a motion for summary judgment in state…