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Critical conversations in Canadian public law /
No full text"Critical Conversations in Canadian Public Law is a collection of essays that examine contemporary public law issues in Canada through critical lenses, including intersectional approaches to decolonial and Indigenous legal theory, Indigenous constitutionalisms, critical race theory, feminisms, queer theory and critical disability theory. Bringing together a diverse team of expert contributors, the collection demonstrates that critical theories are imperative to robust, fully contextualized understandings of public law topics."-
The conscience of care ::navigating health in the culture wars /
No full text"American law categorically protects clinicians who invoke conscience to refuse standard care, from Plan B to IVF. Yet clinicians enjoy no conscience protections when they offer prohibited care, as in states that restrict abortion. Dov Fox exposes the untenable logic of this lopsided system and argues for urgently needed reform"-
Artificial intelligence and law in the communication professions /
No full text"This book analyses the current attempts to regulate artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on the communication field. Examining existing and proposed laws, policies and regulations of AI in the United States and the European Union, this book analyzes how the technological development of AI will be affected in the next decade and how this will impact the communication industry. Chapters explore the influence of laws on key communication issues including free speech, disinformation, intellectual property, privacy, and discrimination, as well as the AI industry's approach to self-regulation. It shows how communication professionals such as content creators, public relations practitioners, advertisers, and journalists will be affected by generative AI content production, and how communication will ultimately be shaped by the regulations and laws placed on AI. Providing readers with a working knowledge of the contemporary legal issues surrounding AI and communication, this book will be of interest to scholars and students in the field of Media and Communication Law, Public Relations, Advertising, and Journalism"-
Labour law and decent work in the platform economy /
No full text"This book provides an innovative perspective on labour law within the platform economy. Exploring mechanisms for the protection of platform work, the book covers judicial decisions on the classification of platform work, collective bargaining, social protection, and ownership of workers' personal data. The global workforce is undergoing immense change, particularly in relation to technology. This book delves into the rising issue of platform workers' personal data ownership and the equitable distribution of economic gains arising from its commercialization. Through comparing legislative frameworks and proposed laws from a diverse range of global jurisdictions, the book identifies optimal regulatory measures to safeguard the rights of platform workers. Furthermore, it anticipates the European Directive pertaining to platform work and envisages the essential components of an ideal International Labour Organization (ILO) standard in this domain. The book will be of interest to students and scholars in the field of worker's rights, the platform economy and labour law"-- Provided by publisher
Covid, biopolitics, and the suspension of the nomos ::herd immunities /
No full text"This book considers how, during the unprecedented global lockdown due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the normal order of everyday life, of the rule of law, of power itself was inter-rupted, and hence the nomos of this earth was suspended. Employing the term 'herd immunity' from vaccination science and global lockdown policy as a guiding theme, the book considers two central aspects of the pandemic. These are the function of herding and collecting as a definition of ontology after Alain Badiou, and the concept of immunity as a suspension of oppositional differences in the work of Roberto Es-posito. It then considers how herd immunity not only disrupts the nomos, but suspends its significance as a guiding principle of state-sanctioned legal norms - and perhaps permanent-ly. Providing critical readings of masking, social distancing, compliance, vulnerability, bub-bles, immunity, breathing, anti-vaxxers, nudge theory, cocooning, lockdown, patient zero, and the many other terms that became commonplace between 2020 and 2022, the book trac-es a suspension of legal and social norms, a manipulation of our compliance using false sci-ence, and a reconfiguring of the social nomos, in light of the threats of the virus. In a highly original mix of contemporary and post-war continental philosophy, biopolitical theory, set theoretical mathematics, extensional logic, and the most up-to-date science in the area, it argues that lockdown was not some global, biopolitical power grab, but actually a weaken-ing of power, of nomos. This book will appeal to scholars and others in a range of disciplinary areas with interests in the legacy of covid; but especially those working in the areas of continental philosophy, con-temporary legal theory and biopolitics"-
Impeachment in u.s. history /
No full text"This book offers the most comprehensive study yet of the history behind impeachment in the United States, considering its use against presidents, judges, justices, and members of the cabinet. Although the Founding Fathers intended for the impeachment of federal officials to take place rarely, and only for the most egregious instances of malfeasance, calls for impeaching members of the U.S. government seem today to be almost routine. Presenting their arguments in a manner engaging to laypersons and specialists alike, authors Bolt and Kaufman describe the precolonial and colonial origins of impeachment in the United States, how the Founding Fathers intended for the process of impeachment to occur, the changes that have taken place to that process since the country's founding, and why one hears the word "impeachment" used so often at present. Incorporating dozens of cases, including many that are oftentimes forgotten, this book demonstrates that partisanship is not new when it comes to trying to remove federal officers from their post and that unseating those officers via impeachment proceedings has proven very difficult. Accessibly written and featuring a number of primary source documents and tools for student learning, Impeachment in U.S History is ideal for students of American history and American political history in particular"-- Provided by publisher
An introduction to Indian Parliament ::process and practices /
No full textThis book presents a comprehensive introduction to Indian Parliament encapsulating the process and practices since its inception. It discusses crucial themes including the emergence of Parliament and its contours; constitutional provisions and rules of procedure; role of President as a part of the Parliament; parliamentary devices; privileges, norms of standards and etiquettes; legislation process and budget; accountability to Parliament and outreach; relationship with judiciary and media; Parliament and international institutions; and the role of Parliament on issues related to gender, minorities and reservation in India.This book will be an essential read for students of political science, Indian politics, and political institutions, along with journalists, political analysts, professionals in Indian think tanks, and Indian politicians
The normative and the political ::Kelsen, Schmitt, Morgenthau, and the future international order /
No full textIn recent years, much has been written about the interaction between international law and the political. Yet, the field of International Relations has paid limited attention to how centering the interpretation of the 'international' on each of these favors radically different orders.With this book, Leon Sosnowski effectively demonstrates the plausibility of a foreign policy recognizing the primacy of International Law. He does so by synthesizing Hans Kelsen's legal cosmopolitanism and elements of Hans J. Morgenthau's classical realism into a new theoretical framework - Normative Effectivism. He argues that it is an international political theory to challenge the current sovereigntist wave, contributing to a sustainable international order. He illustrates his arguments with a novel reading of Kelsen and Morgenthau's opposition to Carl Schmitt's worldview. His analysis shows that the post-WWII international system is at a critical crossroads, evidenced by Russia's post-Cold War foreign policy and the international response.Securing an important place in the subfield of International Political Theory, The Normative and The Political will be equally useful to scholars in International Relations, Ethics, and International Law
Femicide in Latin America ::a growing threat to women's security /
No full textFemicide in Latin America: A Growing Threat to Women's Security explores the persistent and rising rates of femicide across sixteen Central and South American countries as a critical issue of national stability and regional security.The book examines how cultural norms like machismo, organized crime, state-level patriarchy, and human trafficking create environments where women face increasing risk, supported by comprehensive data, case studies, and lived experiences. It features a Colombian case study documenting the first legal recognition of femicide as a weapon of war, demonstrating how conflict amplifies gender-based violence. By connecting femicide to broader security discussions, the work offers practical policy recommendations to address this escalating crisis.Femicide in Latin America: A Growing Threat to Women's Security is essential reading for students, researchers, and policymakers in human rights, security studies, Latin American politics, feminist studies, gender studies, and international law
Guide to JCT Intermediate Building Contract 2024 /
No full textGuide to the JCT Intermediate Building Contract 2024 is a must-have resource for architects and construction professionals navigating the latest JCT Intermediate Building Contract (IC and ICD). This updated edition provides clear, practical guidance on key provisions, procedures and conditions, making it essential for both everyday use and on-site problem-solving.Organised by topic, it offers clarity on the obligations of all parties, highlighting crucial contractual updates and issues commonly encountered during a project.Key updates in the 2024 edition: In-depth analysis of the JCT Intermediate Building Contract 2024, covering key revisions. Legislative updates, including the Building Safety Act, Building Regulations Part 2A and Procurement Act 2023. Case law coverage, addressing topics such as concurrent delay, right to suspend, practical completion, liquidated damages and more. Comparative insights with other JCT contracts, as well as NEC4 and RIBA Building Contracts. New figures and tables, enhancing clarity and usability. Whether you're an experienced professional or preparing for exams, this guide provides the insights and analysis needed to navigate JCT contracts with confidence. Designed for ease of reference, it's an essential tool for staying informed and compliant in today's evolving construction landscape