Contents
An Introduction to the American Legal System
Summary of Contents
Part I: Foundations of the Legal System
1. Development of American Law
2. Structures of American Law
Part II: The Substance of the Law
3. Constitutional Law
4. Criminal Law
5. Torts
6. Property Law
7. Contracts and Business Law
8. Family Law
Part III: The Legal Process
9. Civil Procedure, Evidence and the Appellate Process
10. Criminal Procedure
Part IV: Legislative and Administrative Developments in the Law
11. Legislation
12. Administrative Law and Procedure
Appendix A: The Constitution of the United States of America
Appendix B: Glossary of Legal Terms
