Legal History

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An Introduction to the Law of Trusts

From: Law of Trusts, 3/e

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Discusses the concept and history of trusts, contrasts trusts with other legal relationships, and refers to equity and the civil law. 18 $1.80 Add
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Canada’s Constitutional Development before 1867

From: Constitutional Law, 5/e

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Review of the development of representative and responsible government in Canada before Confederation. ; ; 21 $2.10 Add
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Class Actions in England, North America, and Australia

From: Class Actions Controversy

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This chapter explores the debate on class action reform in Ontario, which was preceded by the origins of class actions and group proceedings in the Court of Chancery, the limited jurisprudence in … 31 $3.10 Add
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Early Years

From: Beverley McLachlin

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Discusses McLachlin’s early life and childhood in rural Alberta. An overview of her family, school and early influences. ; 15 $1.50 Add
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Historical Context

From: Charter of Rights and Freedoms 6/e

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Surveys common law, legislation and international human rights charters prior to the enactment of the Charter. ; 23 $2.30 Add
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Introduction

The McLachlin Court’s First Decade—A Dynamic Time for Public Law

From: Public Law at the McLachlin Court

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The introduction lays out the focus and structure of the book. ; 6 $0.60 Add
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Introduction

From: Lawyers, Families, and Businesses

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Provides a brief history of a Bay Street law firm currently known as Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP, focusing on the firm’s many changes throughout the years. 12 $1.20 Add
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Introduction

From: Freedom of Conscience and Religion

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Historical and philosophical review of religious tolerance and freedom in Canada leading to recognition of religious freedom under the Charter and incorporating the concept of state neutrality. 24 $2.40 Add
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Introduction

From: Jeannie's Demise

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Introduction

From: United Nations Law, Politics, and Practice

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Topics in this chapter include early attempts at international cooperation prior to the 20th century and an overview of the structure of the book. 22 $2.20 Add
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Laying the Groundwork for Conflict, 1891–92

From: Thirty Years' War

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Account of the end of the franchise of the Toronto Street Railway Company and the need to replace it. 16 $1.60 Add
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Public Lands and Natural Resources

History

From: Public Lands and Resources Law in Canada

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Historical overview of how public lands and resources came into being in Canada before Confederation. ; ; 18 $1.80 Add
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The Endless American Debate

From: Supreme Court on Trial

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Outline of the debate over judicial activism in relation to the manner in which the United States Supreme Court has interpreted the Bill of Rights. 22 $2.20 Add
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The Evolution of Canadian Immigration Law

From: Immigration Law, 2/e

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Examination of the historical development of immigration law. ; 29 $2.90 Add
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The History of Western Ideas about Animals

From: Animals and the Law

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Historical overview of the status of animals in Western legal thought. 22 $2.20 Add
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The Law of Property in Animals, Newfoundland-Style

From: Property on Trial

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Examination of a group of 19th century Newfoundland cases to illustrate how well-known doctrines of property law were adapted to meet the needs of Newfoundland sealers. 25 $2.50 Add