American Court Systems

This book examines disputes and how some find their way into courts to become cases. It studies cases as they become court decisions and the ultimate impact of these decisions on society. (Part 1 shows what kind of disputes reach court and explains why only some come to trial.. Part 2. examines the roles of litigants, lawyers, judges and jurors. Part 3. Analyzes the role of fact patterns, environment,attitudes, and social background in decision making. Part 4: describes who wins,who loses,and what they get. Tub 10