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The Practice Of Rendition In The War On Terror, Jeffrey F. Addicott
The Practice Of Rendition In The War On Terror, Jeffrey F. Addicott
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It is imperative that discussion of emotionally charged issues such as torture or illegal rendition focus on the governing legal standards. The dilemma that confronts the United States and its allies is al-Qa'eda--not a nation-state but a virtual state. Therefore, the rules for fighting the War on Terror face challenges not yet fully appreciated or anticipated by international law, let alone domestic law. The primary international instrument dealing with illegal rendition is the 1984 United Nations Convention Against Torture, and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment (Torture Convention).
It is necessary to first define the terms "torture" and …
Comparative Study Of The Formation Of Electronic Contracts In American Law With References To International Law, Roberto Rosas
Comparative Study Of The Formation Of Electronic Contracts In American Law With References To International Law, Roberto Rosas
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An understanding of the basic principles that regulate contract formation is of great importance when deciphering the most appropriate ways of fom1ing a new contract or when assessing the legality of an already existing contract. While the basic rules of contract formation are generally applicable to all types of contracts regardless of the method utilized in their creation, there are some juridical rules that apply specifically to electronically created contracts.