Category: Law

The assignment requires students to identify the main media law problems arising in this scenario and to explain their preferred course of action to navigate the legal dilemmas, justifying their responses by reference to other examples, cases and legislation where relevant. In support of your answer, you must include substantial reference to at least two media law cases to illustrate and exemplify (THEY DO NOT NEED TO BE WITHIN TWO YEARS BUT YOU MUST POINT TO THE MOST RECENT CASE RELEVANT TO THE POINT YOU ARE MAKING). Please note that all suspected AI misuse will be processed through the academic misconduct process.

• Your final attempt will be submitted using Turnitin. You are advised to do this several hours in advance of deadline to avoid last minute technical glitches.
• The 1500-word limit will be STRICTLY ENFORCED, with deductions applying for over-length assignments.
• Remember, only a loose form of referencing is required, so all references and case lists are INCLUDED in the word count. There is no need for reference or case lists. Please do NOT include a cover page – all words shown on the pages submitted are included.

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The Arts Director and the Regional Workshop

You work for a small publication with an online presence as a cultural commentator with a following of around 15,000. Your content focuses on public institutions, arts funding, and accountability, and you often break stories before traditional media outlets. Your posts are monetised through advertising and sponsorships, and you frequently embed archival images, promotional videos, and excerpts from subscription-only news coverage to support your commentary.

You are tipped off about Dr Eleanor Muse, who has recently been appointed Director of a major state-funded arts organisation. Muse is widely praised for championing youth engagement and diversity in the arts. An anonymous source emails you a document marked internal use only showing that Dr Muse has been charged earlier that day with sexual offences involving a 14-year-old student, Evan Minor, from a regional workshop. The document includes excerpts from welfare reports prepared after the workshop, detailing Minors mental health and family circumstances, including the fact that the workshop was held in the childs town, which has a small population of only 200 people. The matter is yet to be heard in court.

You publish a breaking article and a social media post naming Dr Muse. This includes a cropped image of the document and references the workshop’s location and Muses role in youth arts programs. You include screenshots of these excerpts in your online post, cropping out names but leaving the workshop venue, school year group, and regional location visible. You also embed a photo taken from a private Facebook group for workshop parents, which shows the student performing on stage, stating it helps contextualise the story.

Tomorrow, you plan to go live on TikTok outside the courthouse using the title What This Means for the Arts Sector and will respond to viewers speculation in the comments about the story. Your blog auto-generates ads featuring youth arts imagery and location-based targeting linked to the town mentioned.

Use your 1500 word limit in a lightly referenced response (loose acknowledgment without formal references or reference list, as per the instructions) to answer these questions about this situation:

1. What are the main media law issues that arise here?
2. Explain briefly how those laws and possible defences might apply.
3. What cases / examples / legislation are relevant to this situation?
4. Assuming the goal is to try to publish as much material as is legally allowable, what course of action would you recommend for the publisher in this situation and why?

this was written with Ai and it is accurate. I want to humanize it and avoid being marked for being written by Ai and plagiarism. keep the same writing style and numbering so I can be able to follow. Add footnotes at the end of each sentence. I added the documents that I had Ai use to write this paper. DO NOT USE ANY OUTSIDE SOURCES. ONLY USE THE DOCUMENTS I ATTACHED WHICH ARE 13. I had Ai synthesize the 13 documents and elaborate on them by the issues they found.

Purpose/Audience: Write a practitioner-focused information paper on an intelligence law topic. Topic Selection: Students may select any intelligence law topic focusing on the key authorities, constraints, and issues a legal advisor must understand. A Legal Practitioner’s Guide to Understanding Questionable Intelligence Activities and Significant/Highly Sensitive Matters. Define what those are. Explain the reporting and investigation requirements. Who else do you need to coordinate with? Maybe include a checklist for legal advisors who are encountering their first QIA/S/HSM. DoDD 5148.13 and AR 381-10 will have most of what you need for supporting fires. Length: 1,2001,800 words. Requests to depart up or down from this range will be approved on a case-by-case basis. Scope/Expectations: This is not an academic research paper. It should synthesize the governing framework and provide a practical approach for a legal review in the chosen area. Include citations and references at a level appropriate for a unit practitioner product. Format: A template information paper is attached. Grading: Content; Organization; Usefulness; Clarity; Mechanics

Purpose/Audience: Write a practitioner-focused information paper on an intelligence law topic. Topic Selection: Students may select any intelligence law topic focusing on the key authorities, constraints, and issues a legal advisor must understand. A Legal Practitioner’s Guide to Understanding Questionable Intelligence Activities and Significant/Highly Sensitive Matters. Define what those are. Explain the reporting and investigation requirements. Who else do you need to coordinate with? Maybe include a checklist for legal advisors who are encountering their first QIA/S/HSM. DoDD 5148.13 and AR 381-10 will have most of what you need for supporting fires. Length: 1,2001,800 words. Requests to depart up or down from this range will be approved on a case-by-case basis. Scope/Expectations: This is not an academic research paper. It should synthesize the governing framework and provide a practical approach for a legal review in the chosen area. Include citations and references at a level appropriate for a unit practitioner product. Format: A template information paper is attached. Grading: Content; Organization; Usefulness; Clarity; Mechanics

In this project, you will demonstrate your mastery of the following competency:

• Differentiate between matters of law and matters of ethics in business situations

Scenario

Evaluate the issues raised by employee Daris Jones in the situation below. Determine if the company is acting legally and ethically in its use of the WorkWhen! system. Read the scenario and respond to the questions that follow for analysis.

Apex Retail Corp, a national chain of retail stores, recently implemented the WorkWhen! GPS tracking system. Employees have been directed to install the system on their phones, which they are required to carry for scheduling, communication, and logistics.

The Issue: The WorkWhen! app uses GPS to track employee locations. Apexs policy states that this tracking is primarily for ensuring the safety of its employees during work-related travel and to monitor vehicle use for delivery tasks. However, the apps functionality is active 24/7, even outside of work hours. The app can zero in on restaurants, churches, clubs, bars, and every other location an employee visits when not working. A new AI application can also provide the employer with detailed information about the locations trackedthe name of the business, its purpose, and other related information.

Several employees have expressed concerns about being monitored during their personal time, such as while they were attending medical appointments, going to social events, or even going on vacations. One employee, Darius Jones, tested the tracking by checking the apps activity log. He discovered that his supervisor had access to detailed location data for his off-hours activities. One evening a week, he attends an anonymous alcohol recovery program, and he is uncomfortable that the tracker can identify exactly where he is and why.

When Darius raised concerns, his manager Mike claimed the tracking was harmless and purely for operational purposes. Mike then explained that it is important for employees to realize that they represent the company when theyre on and off the clock. After Darius disabled the tracking feature during his time off, he was reprimanded for noncompliance with company policy. This reprimand led Darius to file a complaint with a state labor board, alleging an invasion of privacy and retaliation for asserting his rights.

Directions

Report

Evaluate the ethical and legal implications of advances in technology in business. Your evaluation should be framed as a report for the owner, Apex Retail, that includes the sections and information listed below. Cite your sources using APA style.

1. Introduction
2. Include a definition of ethics and an explanation of how ethics compares to law.
3. Provide an explanation of corporate social responsibility and how it relates to ethical business practices.
4. Analysis
5. Provide a summary of the ethical and legal issues involved in this situation.
6. Briefly describe the relevant stakeholders, key facts, and potential implications or impact of the situation. Elaborate and explain your answers.
7. For example, does Apexs policy and use of WorkWhen! violate state or federal privacy laws, such as the Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA) and Work or Biometric Privacy Laws?
8. Is it ethical for Apex to track employees during their personal time, even if no misuse of the data is alleged?
9. Should companies be allowed to enforce policies that impact employee autonomy outside of work hours?
10. What are the potential implications of such policies and decisions?
11. Recommendation: Include a viable recommended course of action.
12. What safeguards should Apex implement to ensure the system is used only for its intended purpose?
13. How could Apex address employee concerns while maintaining operational needs?
14. Conclusion: Describe how advances in technology in the modern business world have both legal and ethical implications.

Ethical Test or Framework

Select a test or framework for Apex to use in evaluating the use of a tracking device on employees. Demonstrate how the ethical theory you chose could be used when faced with an ethical dilemma. Cite your sources using APA style.

1. Test or framework
2. Select a test or framework option from among those described in the textbook.
3. Name the option you selected and describe the test or framework, including its advantages and potential shortcomings.
4. Explain why the test or framework that you selected is appropriate for this company; justify your selection.
5. Apply the test or framework to the scenario to demonstrate how Apex could have used it to guide its use of employee monitoring tools.

What to Submit

Your submission should be a 4- to 6-page Microsoft Word document with 12-point Times New Roman font, double spacing, and one-inch margins. Sources should be cited according to APA style.

1 MOTION FOR SUMMARY DISPOSITION ASSIGNMENT CIVIL LITIGATION II (LS 428 (02)) Winter 2026 ASSIGNMENT: This semester we will build on the writing skills you learned in Civil Litigation I by writing a Brief in Support of a Motion for Summary Disposition. Please note that you are not required to write the motion. We are only writing the brief in support of the motion. There are several types of motions that may be filed during litigation. For example, a motion to compel may be filed when one party (Party A) requests information from another party (Party B), and Party B refuses to provide the materials. Party A may file a motion and ask the Court to determine whether the materials must be provided to Party A. A Motion for Summary Judgment (in Michigan its called a Motion for Summary Disposition) is usually filed after the parties have completed most, if not all, of the discovery process. In other words, the motion is usually filed after both parties have taken depositions, obtained documents that are important in the case, and gathered the information they need to move forward. Once a party has this information, they may file a motion for summary disposition to ask the court to decide some, or all, of the legal issues in the case. Remember, jurors decide questions of fact and judges decide questions of law. If the parties disagree about the facts of the case, the court will likely deny the motion and let the jury decide. Pretend that you work for a law firm that represents Defendant, Rhondas Concrete Services. The lead attorney in your firm has asked you to help research the legal issues involved in this case and help draft a Brief in Support of Defendant, Rhondas Concrete Services, Motion for Summary Disposition. You are asking the Court (aka the Judge) to rule that your client is not liable as a matter of law. To help you get started, the lead attorney has told you that the case of Lugo v Ameritech Corp., Inc. is very important and you should read that case before diving into the rest of the research. We will start this assignment by breaking into small groups. Your group will review the case law and discuss how these cases can be used to support your motion. Although your team will brainstorm ideas together, you will each write your own brief. Although I am not setting a minimum page requirement, I anticipate your briefs will be 7-10 pages based on the requirements of this assignment. Please note that you are required to thoroughly discuss and cite to at least 5 cases in your brief to help support your legal arguments, and two of these cases must be the Lugo case and the Towns case. You must use a thorough case illustration when citing each case. The purpose of this assignment is to help you practice critical thinking and legal writing skills. To help hone these skills, we are going to submit two versions of the brief. Although we call the first version of your brief a rough draft, this simply means its the first version of the brief that you are submitting to me. The rough draft should be a complete brief which thoroughly addresses each part of the legal argument. Please do not submit semi-completed work, or a partial draft of your brief. Once your initial draft is submitted, we will have an anonymous peer review during class. I think/hope that seeing another classmates work will help you refine your own legal arguments. Here are a few things to remember when you are writing your brief: – The brief should be written with 12-point font, Times New Roman. – The main portion of the brief should be double spaced with one-inch margins on all sides of the document. Do not add extra spacing between paragraphs. – Block quotes are single spaced and indented on both sides. – Please use Microsoft Word, not Google Docs. Microsoft Word is free through the university, and its the most commonly used program in the legal field so its helpful to learn it now. – The headings and subheadings should be single spaced. All the information you need for this assignment is posted on our Blackboard course site under the Motion for Summary Disposition Assignment. There you will find the following information: – A summary which details the facts of the case. – Grading rubrics for the rough draft and final draft of the brief. (Remember to use this as a check list.) – A list of cases you may utilize in your brief. Please note that you must incorporate at least 5 of these cases into your brief with thorough case illustrations for each case. You must include Lugo v Ameritech Corp., Inc. and Towns v City of Detroit in your brief. You may not research or use any other cases. – A template for a Motion for Summary Disposition. I understand this assignment may feel intimidating, but dont worry! Remember that we are going to spend class time workshopping the legal authority, discussing the relevant arguments, and revising the first draft. In other words, we will take this assignment one step at a time, so you feel confident in your work. You may not use any form of AI to complete any portion of this assignment. That means that you may not use AI to help you summarize cases, draft the brief, prepare case illustrations, or in any other capacity. Your work must be your own. However, I will allow you to use the Editor tool in Microsoft Word for the limited purpose of utilizing the spelling and grammar check for your brief. Important Deadlines to Remember: February 2, 2026: a. Please bring a hard copy of your rough draft to class on Monday, February 2. Please remove your name and any identifying information from this draft so we can complete an anonymous peer review during class. (You will earn up to 20 points just for participating in the peer review process.) b. You must also upload a copy of your draft to our BB course site by 10:00 am on Monday, February 2. (Before class). Please include your name on this version of your rough draft. **** The rough draft is worth a maximum of 40 points. February 9, 2026: The final draft of your Brief in Support of Defendant, Rhondas Concrete Services Motion for Summary Disposition is due by 11:59 pm on Tuesday, February 17. Please submit this document in Microsoft Word or PDF format. The final draft of your Brief is worth a maximum of 90 points. Good luck everyone! Please let me know if you have any questions.

Read State Farm Mutual Auto Ins. Co. v. Campbell, 123 S. Ct. 1513 (2003). Prepare a case brief that addresses the three (3) guideposts for punitive damages awards and how the Supreme Court analyzed each guidepost in evaluating the punitive damage award made by the trial court.

This brief should contain Facts, Procedural History, Issues, rules, application, and conclusion.

Please cite two sources for references.

Use the link as one source: https://supreme.justia.com/cases/federal/us/517/559/, this is for case BMW v. Gore

Read State Farm Mutual Auto Ins. Co. v. Campbell, 123 S.Ct. 1513 (2003). Prepare a case brief that addresses the three (3) guideposts for punitive damages awards and how the Supreme Court analyzed each guidepost in evaluating the punitive damage award made by the trial court. Also see the precedent case: BMW v. Gore

I need to write a one page essay on emotional intelligence in legal practice and what i believe it is. I want it to be personal as it is for applying for a job. Here is a rough draft of what i was thinking of: My understanding of emotional intelligence has been shaped by the invaluable experience of the legal practice I have been fortunate enough to have, rather than theory in university. I learned that the most meaninful moments in practicing law are not those that occur in court, but those that unfold behind the scenes. I have observed consultations with clients who suffered injuries in motor vehicle accidents and emotional conversations in corridors after criminal matters were withdrawn. These encounters highlighted the emotional element of the legal process. I believe emotional intelligence is the skill to understand the underlying issues influencing a clients narrative. I have learnt that legal advice carries significant power. It can provide clarity and reassurance or overwhelm a client, depending on how it is articulated. This became apparent to me while observing consultations with a client in a criminal matter. The practitioners ability to make the client feel seen, calmly explaining the next steps and managing their expectations without undermining the seriousness of the matter showcased the importance of emotional intelligence. Experience in various courts has taught me how emotional legal spaces can be. I have realised that composure and restraint are non-negotiables to achieve credibility. Emotional intelligence empowers a legal practitioner not only to remain calm under high pressure situations but also to respond intentionally. I have also come to appreciate the significance of emotional intelligence in interactions with court staff. Whether requesting the stamping of upliftments, seeking guidance on filing procedures, or navigating court processes, patience and respectful communication are essential. Beyond interactions with clients and court environments, I believe emotional intelligence is crucial for an efficient legal workplace. Legal practice is inherently collaborative; it therefore requires close communication between coworkers. As a candidate attorney I need to be self-aware. Not only understand my own strengths and weaknesses but also recognise my emotions and their impact on the teams efficiency. Being the best version of myself enables me to bring out the best in others. It is also crucial to manage my emotions, especially in high pressure situations. Rather than always being the loudest voice in the room, I strive to make others feel seen and heard, as it leads to respectful interactions and increased efficacy. As a future candidate attorney, I do not believe emotional intelligence is a skill I have already mastered, but as one I am constantly developing and working on. Through exposure, mentorship, and reflection, I aim to improve the self-awareness, self-management and professionalism required to practice as a candidate attorney with integrity and proficiency.