The Complete Idiot's Guide to Lawsuits

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Lawsuits

Author: Victoria E. Green

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 302

ISBN-13: 9781615640386

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Walks you through the civil legal process-- from the initial decision to file to the final judgment or settlement-- explaining every move in between in clear and simple terms.


The Complete Idiot's Guide to Lawsuits

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Lawsuits

Author: Victoria E. Green J.D.

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2010-09-07

Total Pages: 387

ISBN-13: 1101443138

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Have you been confused by a lawsuit? We can help. Millions of civil lawsuits are filed in the U.S. court system, costing billions of dollars in legal fees to those involved. The process is so complex that few people can pursue civil action without professional help, leaving them totally at a lawyer's mercy. Yet how many people truly know what they're getting into when they're involved in a lawsuit? The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Lawsuits clarifies the entire process in layman's terms. Expert litigator and law professor Victoria E. Green offers valuable insight into: • The pros and cons of filing lawsuits • How they begin and each party's response • Selecting and paying attorneys • Consequences of the settlement and appeals


The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Criminal Justice System

The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Criminal Justice System

Author: Robin Sax

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2009-10-06

Total Pages: 414

ISBN-13: 1101145080

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Learning about crime pays Most people watch television shows such as Law and Order and see a simplified version of the world of cops and courtrooms. In fact, the American criminal justice system is one of the most complex legal establishments in the world. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to the Criminal Justice System de-mystifies the complexity of the judicial establishment and the bureaucracy behind it in a clear, jargon-free and detailed portrait so that any citizen can understand how it works. • Public is highly interested in criminal investigations and trials • Also a useful resource for people planning to enter these fields • Includes detailed glossary of legal terms


Complete Idiot's Guide to the Supreme Court

Complete Idiot's Guide to the Supreme Court

Author: Lita Epstein

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 356

ISBN-13: 9781592571499

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The ultimate look at our ultimate court. The Supreme Court is the highest court in America and the ultimate authority in constitutional interpretation. The Complete Idiot's Guide(r) to the Supreme Court presents an easy-to-understand, informative, and even entertaining look at this fascinating institution, whose decisions affect our lives. This book will focus in depth on: € The inner workings of the Supreme Court € Landmark cases that continue to shape our lives (Roe v. Wade, Miranda v. Arizona, Brown v. Board of Education) € Discussion of the latest controversial appointee, capital punishment, racial-preference cases, abortion rights, and more


The Complete Idiot's Guide to Game Theory

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Game Theory

Author: Edward C. Rosenthal Ph.D.

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2011-03-01

Total Pages: 419

ISBN-13: 1101478845

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Gain some insight into the game of life... Game Theory means rigorous strategic thinking. It is based on the idea that everyone acts competitively and in his own best interest. With the help of mathematical models, it is possible to anticipate the actions of others in nearly all life's enterprises. This book includes down-to-earth examples and solutions, as well as charts and illustrations designed to help teach the concept. In The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Game Theory, Dr. Edward C. Rosenthal makes it easy to understand game theory with insights into: • The history of the discipline made popular by John Nash, the mathematician dramatized in the film A Beautiful Mind • The role of social behavior and psychology in this amazing discipline • How important game theory has become in our society and why


The Complete Idiot's Guide to Remodeling Your Kitchen : Illustrated

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Remodeling Your Kitchen : Illustrated

Author: Gloria Graham Brunk

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 292

ISBN-13: 9781592571291

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Both an idea guide and a hands-on remodeling book, this illustrated volume takes readers step-by-step through the process of designing, planning, and executing the remodeling of their kitchens. 300+ photos & illustrations.


The Complete Idiot's Guide to Personal Bankruptcy

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Personal Bankruptcy

Author: Lita Epstein

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2010-01-05

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 1101195479

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The essential chapters for those facing Chapter Seven or Chapter Eleven. With the percentage of personal bankruptcies soaring to over 10% nationwide, and the process for filing now more complicated, many are investigating their options. This guide, by a business journalist and bankruptcy expert, offers the reader comprehensive information on: all capters of personal bankruptcy; the most current legal information; and a detailed explanation on filing. ?Jargon-free, pragmatic financial advice ? Clear, complete and up-to-date information about all aspects of personal bankruptcy ? State by state exceptions under new laws ? Complete listing of vital websites to research before filing


The Complete Idiot's Guide to Child and Adolescent Psychology

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Child and Adolescent Psychology

Author: Jack C. Westman M.D., M.S.

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2011-07-05

Total Pages: 483

ISBN-13: 110151678X

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Simplifying a complex subject. Child psychology is required for college level psych and elementary education majors. It is a complex subject that can include developmental psychology, biology, sociological psychology, and various schools of theory and therapies. The only sources of information about this complex subject are long, expensive textbooks. Until now. This, the first trade book to give a detailed, easy to understand explanation of the subject. • Age-by-age discussion of the psychological development of children.


The Complete Idiot's Guide to Private Investigating

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Private Investigating

Author: Steven Kerry Brown

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 388

ISBN-13: 9781592576524

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An updated and revised edition of the most highly recommended guide to learning to be a private investigator-or just using the tools PIs do to understand what goes on in your local courthouse, find information in public records, and perform searches to save you time and money. Among the changes for this edition- Completely new chapters on skip tracing Up-to-date information on how to make money by understanding your local courthouse and finding not-so-hidden gems in public records Under-the-radar databases you need to know about Completely new-and hot-chapters on due diligence searches, including pre-employment and tenant screening investigations and adoption searches


The Complete Idiot's Guide to Publishing Children's Books

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Publishing Children's Books

Author: Harold D. Underdown

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 392

ISBN-13: 9781592571437

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Provides practical and timely advice on writing different types of children's books, working with publishers, understanding the publishing process, the importance of illustrators, and building a career in the field of children's literature. Original. 12,000 first printing.