Sixth Amendment The Supreme Court interpretation of the Sixth Amendment requires that trial juries in both federal and state criminal trials be selected from “a representative cross-section of the community.” It also guarantees trial by a jury of peers. That phrase does not mean that, say, a student facing criminal charges must have a jury […]
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How could Amazon decide to raise its minimum wage to $15 per hour, despite the federal minimum wage being fixed at $7.25 per hour?
Prior to beginning work on this discussion, read Chapter 12 in your textbook and Jared Bernstein’s article Amazon’s Raise: Unequivocally Good News (Links to an external site.). Based on the article’s information and Chapter 12 in your textbook, respond to the following: Why is the demand for labor called a derived demand? In the labor […]
How might this scenario play out-impact you in your role as a nurse practitioner?
Week 3 Contemporary Issue Position Essay Choose a case from the AMA Journal of Ethics Case Index (Links to an external site.) and take a position. For this assignment you will evaluate the ethical arguments for or against the issue. Identify the potential legal arguments (consider current federal guidelines), indicate any potential professional code conflicts […]
What potential barriers can you identify that may impede client’s progress?
Using one of the Case Studies provided, in 1.5-2.5 pages you will identify the following: • What is the client’s overall issue? • Using 1 or 2 of the psychosocial theories, analyze/explain client’ situation or behavior • What are the client’s immediate needs? Long-term needs? • What are the client’s strengths? • What potential barriers […]
What major differences exist, if any, between the mandated reporting requirements for elder vs. child abuse-Use neglect as an example.
Assessment Description Review the topic resources discussing federal and state laws governing elder abuse. Locate and apply the state regulations from within the state where you plan to work when developing the chart. Write a 750- to 1,000-word paper that discusses the similarities and differences between a counselor’s responsibilities as a mandated report of elder […]
Explain the issues associated with a possible increase to the federal minimum wage rate.
Identify and read one article regarding each of the topics listed in the Learning Objectives and complete the following: a. Summarize the article (abstract) b. Cite the references APA style C. Complete the assignment, by summarizing your understanding of the textbook information coupled with the reference article in three paragraphs. The Learning Objectives should be […]
Give a brief summary of some of the changes that have occurred-the bankruptcy chapters that are currently in place
1. Often we think of ourselves as consumers but if you look at things from a business person’s perspective protecting our interests is paramount. Secured interests can help protect creditors. Find a case that addresses a security interest. What was the issue, facts, and ultimate holding of the court? 2.Bankruptcy laws have changed over time. […]
Explain the concept of bartering-Explain whether bartering does-does not meet all of the functions of money.
Author Anna Schwartz writes this about money: “The U.S. money supply comprises currency—dollar bills and coins issued by the Federal Reserve System and the Treasury—and various kinds of deposits held by the public at commercial banks and other depository institutions such as savings and loans and credit unions.” (Schwartz, n.d) In this threaded discussion, complete […]
Define-describe the major types of taxes used in American governments Federal, state, local-How are they alike-how are they different?
Government Taxes Governments utilize different types of taxes as part of their revenue systems to balance their budgets. Define and describe the major types of taxes used in American governments Federal, state, local. How are they alike and how are they different? Be specific in your answer.
What is the Background? Present the data describing the issue/problem to be addressed by the policy change.
Policy Brief: National Health Issue The following link may be useful in your search for congressional policy initiatives. U.S. Federal Legislation: https://www.congress.gov// 1. What is the Issue? State the health issue/problem that the national policy change is designed to address. 2. What is the Background? Present the data describing the issue/problem to be addressed by […]
