What is the relationship between the rules on territorial acquisition in the Island of Palmas Award and the fact of European colonial expansion.

Question and Question Context To what extent can we see the doctrine of (1) intertemporal law in the (2) Island of Palmas arbitration (Island of Palmas (Netherlands v USA) (1928) 2 RIAA 829) as providing the legal basis for the upholding the (3) territorial claims of colonial powers? Issues to Address • The Award in […]

Examine the diamond-water paradox. Why are diamonds more expensive than water?

Prior to beginning work on this discussion, read Farah Mohammed’s article, Why Are Diamonds More Expensive Than Water? (Links to an external site.), as well as Chapter 5 in your textbook, especially Sections 5.1 and 5.3, and respond to the following: Describe the relationship between total utility and marginal utility. Explain if marginal utility can […]

Describe the various analytical techniques that are utilized in the laboratory analysis of fire debris. How will your organization utilize these results?

Consider that your public safety organization has asked you to create a report describing the different analytical techniques utilized in the laboratory analysis of fire debris to share with your peers. Others in your organization may be unaware of the different techniques, so be sure to explain in detail. Your report should include responses to […]

Advise the European Commission on its rights regarding the decision of the Court of Appeal (20% of the total mark).

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES Referencing: numerical plus bibliography. Refer to OSCOLA guide: https://www.law.ox.ac.uk/sites/files/oxlaw/oscola_4th_edn_hart_2012.pdf, in particular pages 28-31 Style: Arial, 12pt, 1.5 line spacing. Headings permitted. Submission & marking: Via Blackboard Turnitin, anonymised. DO NOT INCLUDE YOUR NAME OR STUDENT NUMBER IN YOUR ANSWER – your submission must be anonymous. Bernadette, an Irish teacher, has fallen in […]