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Vieira's Constitutional Civil Rights in a Nutshell, 3d

Convenient and reliable source on constitutional civil rights. Written by a leading authority, Vieira's Constitutional Civil Rights provides comprehensive coverage on procedural and substantive due process; the right to be heard; suspect classification; specific interests; state action; and congressional enforcement. Text also addresses the essential issue of state action.

Police Misconduct: Law and Litigation, 3d, 2009-2010 ed.

Police Misconduct: Law and Litigation examines each step in the process from the initial evaluation of a case to the court?s charge to the jury. Analyzes every aspect of a civil rights damage action and thoroughly covers the relevant law and procedure. Subjects covered include actionable conduct under federal civil rights acts, jurisdiction and liability of particular defendants, case investigation and evaluation, and drafting the complaint. Examines discovery, absolute and qualified immunity defenses, effect of prior court procedures, and limitations and notice requirements. Also addresses damages, attorney fees, voir dire, jury selection and instructions, and the trial