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Book SynopsisThe United States Constitution and Bill of Rights (1787-1789) is a foundational document of American democracy. Written by delegates attending the Constitutional Convention, a gathering intended to revise the system of government established under the Articles of Confederation, The Constitution of the United States was ratified in 1788 before becoming effecting in 1789. Nearly two and a half centuries old, it is the oldest continually enforced national constitution in the world. The United States Bill of Rights, containing the first ten amendments to the Constitution, was ratified in 1791, codifying into law the essential individual rights and freedoms of Americans, setting limitations on government power, and diverting powers not specifically granted to Congress to the states and citizens. “We the People.” Beginning with these words affirming the democratic aspirations of the nation, The Constitution of the United States defines the foundational organization and function of the federal government. Despite being amended 27 times since its ratification and enforcement, The Constitution of the United States is seen as essential to the American system of government and political representation. Based on several earlier documents, including the Virginia Declaration of Rights (1776) and the English Magna Carta (1215), The United States Bill of Rights adds to the original Constitution—which focuses primarily on the organization and function of the federal government—certain protections and specifications targeting the rights of individual Americans, important safeguards determining the reach of the federal government and ensuring the states and the people are proportionately empowered. The First Amendment, perhaps the most recognizable, guarantees freedom of religion, speech, press, and assembly, as well as the right of every citizen to petition the government without fear of reprisal or punishment. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The United States Constitution and Bill of Rights is a classic of American political history reimagined for modern readers.

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Book SynopsisMost recently revised April 2020. Although now superseded by the Amalgamated International and U.S. Inland Navigation Rules [ISBN 978-1608881666, Nimble Books, October 2020] this familiar volume is presented here in a convenient and durable hardcover format with full-color interior. Note: this hardcover edition from Nimble Books, ISBN 978-1-60888-188-8, is full-color, lights and all. Other editions may not be.The International Rules in this book were formalized in the Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972, and became effective on July 15, 1977. The Rules (commonly called 72 COLREGS) are part of the Convention, and vessels flying the flags of states ratifying the treaty are bound to the Rules. The United States has ratified this treaty and all United States flag vessels must adhere to these Rules where applicable. President Gerald R. Ford proclaimed 72 COLREGS and the Congress adopted them as the International Navigational Rules Act of 1977. The 72 COLREGS were developed by the Inter-Governmental Maritime Consultative Organization (IMCO) which in May 1982 was renamed the International Maritime Organization (IMO). In November 1981, IMO''s Assembly adopted 55 amendments to the 72 COLREGS which became effective on June 16, 1983. The IMO also adopted 9 more amendments which became effective on June 29, 1989. A single amendment became effective March 19, 1991. In 1993 8 amendments were adopted by the IMO which entered into force in 1995. The IMO adopted 9 amendments which entered into force November 29, 2003. Lastly, a single amendment was adopted which updated the Distress signals and entered into force on December 1, 2009. The International Rules in this book contain these amendments. These Rules are applicable on waters outside of established navigational lines of demarcation. The lines are called COLREGS Demarcation Lines and delineate those waters upon which mariners shall comply with the Inland and International Rules. COLREGS Demarcation Lines are contained in this book. 

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Book SynopsisFilling a key need for clinicians working with at-risk Latine adolescents, this book bridges the gap between evidence-based and culturally informed adolescent and family therapy. The authors explore the unique challenges facing Latine youth and families--including immigration- and acculturation-related stressors and minoritization--as well as culturally based sources of resilience. They present Culturally Informed and Flexible Family-Based Treatment for Adolescents (CIFFTA), which combines manualized family and individual interventions. Therapists can select from an extensive list of psychoeducational modules to tailor the intervention to unique client needs. Vivid case examples illustrate high-quality, time- and cost-effective treatment strategies for a range of mental health and substance use problems. The book also provides information about comprehensive CIFFTA training.

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Book SynopsisFilling a key need for clinicians working with at-risk Latine adolescents, this book bridges the gap between evidence-based and culturally informed adolescent and family therapy. The authors explore the unique challenges facing Latine youth and families--including immigration- and acculturation-related stressors and minoritization--as well as culturally based sources of resilience. They present Culturally Informed and Flexible Family-Based Treatment for Adolescents (CIFFTA), which combines manualized family and individual interventions. Therapists can select from an extensive list of psychoeducational modules to tailor the intervention to unique client needs. Vivid case examples illustrate high-quality, time- and cost-effective treatment strategies for a range of mental health and substance use problems. The book also provides information about comprehensive CIFFTA training.

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Book SynopsisIndispensable Counsel: The Chief Legal Officer in the New Reality provides readers with the foundations of corporate representation followed by practical guidelines on how the multiple roles of General Counsel are, or should be, resolved, with best practices as the goal.Table of ContentsABOUT THE AUTHORS ; ACKNOWLEDGMENTS ; FOREWORD by Ben W. Heineman, Jr. ; FOREWORD by Ira M. Millstein ; PREFACE ; INTRODUCTION ; CHAPTER I THE GENERAL COUNSEL'S CHALLENGES IN THE NEW REALITY ; A. The Landscape ; B. Key Characteristics of the General Counsel Position ; C. Dealing with the New Reality ; D. Key Takeaways for the General Counsel's Challenges in the New Reality ; CHAPTER II EVOLUTION OF THE ROLE OF GENERAL COUNSEL ; A. Historical Perspective ; B. Modern Reality ; C. Key Takeaways on the Evolution of the Role of General Counsel ; CHAPTER III the general counsel on the balance beam ; A. The Many Hats Worn by the Modern General Counsel ; B. The Lonely Middle: Relationships with Senior Management and the Board ; C. Other Relationships ; D. Key Takeaways for the General Counsel on the Balance Beam ; CHAPTER IV THE GENERAL COUNSEL LEADING THE CHARGE ; A. Establishing and Maintaining a Legal and Ethical Culture ; B. Ethics and Professional Conduct Rules Governing In-House Counsel ; C. Demonstrating Openness and Community Involvement ; D. Key Takeaways for the General Counsel in Leading the Ethical Charge ; CHAPTER V ADVISING THE BOARD ON CORPORATE LAW AND OTHER LAWS ; A. Corporate Law and Corporate Governance Under State Law ; B. The CLO's Advice on Other Laws and Issues ; C. Key Takeaways for the General Counsel in Advising on Corporate Law and Other Issues ; CHAPTER VI Managing the Legal Department ; A. Need for Adequate Resources ; B. Compartmentalization and Decentralization ; C. Global Challenges ; D. Working Within the Law Department Budget ; E. Choosing Outside Counsel ; F. Key Takeaways for the General Counsel in Managing the Legal Department ; CHAPTER VII THE GENERAL COUNSEL IN THE CROSSHAIRS: EXPOSURE TO SANCTIONS, PROSECUTION, AND LIABILITY ; A. Conceptualizing the Role: The General Counsel as Advocate, Gatekeeper, or Persuasive Counselor ; B. Reporting up and Reporting out ; C. Understanding the Risks: Types of Liability Exposure Confronting In-House Counsel ; CONCLUSION ; APPENDIX A Table of Contents of The Corporate Director's Guidebook (6th ed.) ; APPENDIX B Table of Contents of Stephen A. Radin, The Business Judgment Rule (6th ed.)

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