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Regulating Doctors, Carl E. Schneider Jul 1999

Regulating Doctors, Carl E. Schneider

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Alawyer today can hardly speak to a doctor--or even be treated by one-without being assailed by lawyer jokes. These jokes go well beyond good-humored badinage and pass the line into venom and gall. They reflect, I think, the sense many doctors today have that they are embattled and endangered, cruelly subject to pervasive and perverse controls. This is puzzling, almost to the point of mystery. Doctors have long been the American profession with the greatest social prestige, the greatest wealth, and the greatest control over its work. Indeed, what other profession has been as all-conquering? One may need to go …


Albert Camus : An Existentialist With A Sense Of The Absolute, Eamon Maher Jun 1999

Albert Camus : An Existentialist With A Sense Of The Absolute, Eamon Maher

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The Case Of The Speluncean Explorers: Revisited, Frank H. Easterbrook Jun 1999

The Case Of The Speluncean Explorers: Revisited, Frank H. Easterbrook

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The Case Of The Speluncean Explorers: Revisited, Cass R. Sunstein Jun 1999

The Case Of The Speluncean Explorers: Revisited, Cass R. Sunstein

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Sketch-Based Image Queries In Topographic Databases, James Carswell Jun 1999

Sketch-Based Image Queries In Topographic Databases, James Carswell

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In this paper we present the development of a system prototype for sketch-based queries for the content-based retrieval of digital images from topographic databases. We discuss our overall strategy and associated algorithmic and implementation aspects, and present associated database design issues. The query tools devised in this research are employing user-provided sketches of the shape and spatial configuration of the object(s) which should appear in the images to be retrieved. Our matching tool is inspired by least-squares matching (lsm), and represents an extension of lsm to function with a variety of raster representations. Our strategy makes use of a hierarchical …


Family Law In The Age Of Distrust, Carl E. Scheider Jun 1999

Family Law In The Age Of Distrust, Carl E. Scheider

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I have been invited to examine the relationship between American culture and American family law at the end of the century. No doubt I was foolish to accept the invitation, since the topic can hardly be sketched, much less discussed, within the compass of even a lengthy article. On the other hand, that happy fault forces me to accept the luxury of writing a speculative essay and of eschewing the footnotes that are the misery (and majesty) of the academic lawyer. But even thus set free I am still enchained. Family law is shaped by more cultural forces than I …


The Enduring Difference Of Youth, David Yellen Jun 1999

The Enduring Difference Of Youth, David Yellen

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Demonstration Quality Scanning Digital Camera, Andrew Davidhazy May 1999

Demonstration Quality Scanning Digital Camera, Andrew Davidhazy

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This is a report on how a simple Kodak Snapshot scanner was "gutted" and the remains adapted to a traditional 35mm camera to demonstrate image plane scanning photography, as well as panoramic and peripheral photography.


Atticus Finch, In Context, Randolph N. Stone May 1999

Atticus Finch, In Context, Randolph N. Stone

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The Assault That Failed: The Progressive Critique Of Laissez Faire (Reviewing Barbara H. Fried, The Progressive Assault On Laissez Faire : Robert Hale And The First Law And Economics Movement (1998)), Richard A. Epstein May 1999

The Assault That Failed: The Progressive Critique Of Laissez Faire (Reviewing Barbara H. Fried, The Progressive Assault On Laissez Faire : Robert Hale And The First Law And Economics Movement (1998)), Richard A. Epstein

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The Arccos And Lommel Formulations—Approximate Closed-Form Diffraction Corrections, Charles J. Daly, Navalgund A. H. Rao May 1999

The Arccos And Lommel Formulations—Approximate Closed-Form Diffraction Corrections, Charles J. Daly, Navalgund A. H. Rao

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A closed-form frequency-domain formalism for spatially integrated diffraction corrections is proposed. Spatially integrated diffraction corrections are necessary when trying to characterize material with ultrasonic probing. In the case of piston transducers and point receivers, the Lommel diffraction formulation is used when the excitation is monochromatic, and the arccos diffraction formulation is used when the excitation is impulsive. The Lommel and arccos formulations are usually treated separately; here, they are connected. Specifically, the arccos diffraction formulation and Lommel diffraction formulation are shown to form an approximate Fourier transform pair. Since the Lommel formulation is amenable to closed-form spatial integration, Lommel functions …


The Tobacco Litigation And Attorneys' Fees, Daniel J. Capra, Lester Brickman, Michael Ciresi, Barbara S. Gillers, Robert Montgomery May 1999

The Tobacco Litigation And Attorneys' Fees, Daniel J. Capra, Lester Brickman, Michael Ciresi, Barbara S. Gillers, Robert Montgomery

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Simplified Stroboscopic System For Motion Pattern Photography, Andrew Davidhazy Apr 1999

Simplified Stroboscopic System For Motion Pattern Photography, Andrew Davidhazy

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Stroboscopic photography of objects in motion is a fascinating application in photography. Usually performed with sophisticated and expensive flashing stroboscopic lights, this article describes an approach more within the means of most photographers.


Simple Sound Synchronizers For Amateur High Speed Photography, Andrew Davidhazy Apr 1999

Simple Sound Synchronizers For Amateur High Speed Photography, Andrew Davidhazy

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This article describes a very basic but highly effective way to make a sound activated synchronizer that will allow you to make pictures of bursting balloons, shattering light bulbs, etc. All you need is an old (or new!) cassette tape recorder, an $.75 SCR and a sync cord with a PC socket.


Can Human Rights Bridge The Gap Between Universalism And Cultural Relativism? A Pluralist Assessment Based On The Rights Of Minorities, Michel Rosenfeld Apr 1999

Can Human Rights Bridge The Gap Between Universalism And Cultural Relativism? A Pluralist Assessment Based On The Rights Of Minorities, Michel Rosenfeld

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The article argues that the debate between universalism and cultural relativism is mischaracterized and proposes pluralism as a mediating approach. It suggests that pluralism, particularly comprehensive pluralism, can reconcile the tensions between universal human rights and cultural diversity by balancing individual and group rights within a dynamic framework that respects both universal principles and particular contexts.


Letters To The Editor, Lela P. Love Apr 1999

Letters To The Editor, Lela P. Love

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In Slip-Sliding Into Mediation: Can Lawyers Mediate Their Clients' Problems? [5 CLIN. L. REV. 47 (1998)], Jonathan Hyman argues that lawyers can mediate their clients' problems or transform themselves from a client's legal counselor and advocate to a neutral mediator. Professor Hyman points out that such a transformation can occur if (1) both clients give their informed consent; and (2) the lawyerturned-mediator does not offer evaluations of the case or subsequently represent either party. While Professor Hyman himself is quick to point out the many problems with this thesis, he nonetheless propounds it. I would argue that a partisan lawyer, …


Bankruptcy's Organizing Principle, David G. Carlson Apr 1999

Bankruptcy's Organizing Principle, David G. Carlson

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What Is A Human Right? Universals And The Challenge Of Cultural Relativism, Paul Dubinsky, Jeremy Waldron, Tracy Higgins, Michel Rosenfeld, Ruti Teitel Apr 1999

What Is A Human Right? Universals And The Challenge Of Cultural Relativism, Paul Dubinsky, Jeremy Waldron, Tracy Higgins, Michel Rosenfeld, Ruti Teitel

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The article explores the tension between the universality of human rights and the challenges posed by cultural relativism, emphasizing the need to reconcile these perspectives to address human rights violations effectively. While human rights are foundational and inherent to all individuals, their application must navigate cultural, moral, and legal complexities. The discussion highlights the importance of dialogue and adaptability in upholding universal principles while respecting diverse contexts.


Power, The Establishment Clause, And Vouchers, Marci A. Hamilton Apr 1999

Power, The Establishment Clause, And Vouchers, Marci A. Hamilton

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A Reply, Marci A. Hamilton Apr 1999

A Reply, Marci A. Hamilton

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It is not often that one gets such immediate (and lengthy) written responses to one's work. It is both humbling and a blessing. My five interlocutors have offered me the opportunity to gaze at my own work as it is reflected in five different pools. I like some of what I see, do not recognize some of it, and will refine other aspects in this brief reply. My only regret is that I simply cannot in the space of a reply respond to many of the interesting and worthy points raised.


Franchisor Liability For The Torts Of Its Franchisees: The Case For Substituting Liability As A Guarantor For The Current Vicarious Liability, John L. Hanks Apr 1999

Franchisor Liability For The Torts Of Its Franchisees: The Case For Substituting Liability As A Guarantor For The Current Vicarious Liability, John L. Hanks

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The author reviews the justifications for applying the law of vicarious liability in the franchising context and concludes that its application is often inefficient and arbitrary. He argues that the employee-independent contractor dichotomy used by courts to determine franchisor liability is not well-suited to franchising, where the relationship encompasses both concepts. He proposes that vicarious liability not be applied in the franchising context. Instead, the courts by case law or state legislatures by statute should impose a guarantor status on franchisors that would expose them to liability for the torts of the franchisees only if the franchisee was unavailable to …


Temperature Dependence Of Stark Width Of The 463.054 Nm Nii Spectral Line, Vladimir Milosavljevic, Ruzica Konjevic, Stevan Djenize Mar 1999

Temperature Dependence Of Stark Width Of The 463.054 Nm Nii Spectral Line, Vladimir Milosavljevic, Ruzica Konjevic, Stevan Djenize

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Stark width of the 463.054 nm singly ionized nitrogen spectral line, that belong to transition, have been measured in a linear pulsed, low pressure, arc discharge. The working gas was helium-nitrogen-oxygen mixture. Electron densities of 0.751023 to 1.451023 were determined in the electron temperature range between 30000 K - 38000 K. The measured values have been compared with our calculated data, using the modified semiempirical approximation. On the basis of the agreement among experimental and theoretical Stark width data, the isolated 463.054 nm NII spectral line can be recommended as convenient spectral line for plasma diagnostics.


A Spatially Averaged Impulse Response For An Unfocused Piston Transducer, Charles J. Daly, Navalgund Rao Mar 1999

A Spatially Averaged Impulse Response For An Unfocused Piston Transducer, Charles J. Daly, Navalgund Rao

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Fourier–Bessel theory is used to derive a closed-form solution for the spatially averaged velocity-potential impulse response associated with one-way diffraction from an unfocused piston transducer of radius a. The derivation provides additional insight into the problem of diffraction from an unfocused piston transducer.


Architecture Week 1999: Dit At 60 Years: Sensibility And The City, Noel Brady Mar 1999

Architecture Week 1999: Dit At 60 Years: Sensibility And The City, Noel Brady

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Review of special architecture week project celebrating 60 years of the school of arhcitecture DIT. Student competition and winning projects discussed.


Sentence Discounts And Sentencing Guidelines For Juveniles, David Yellen Mar 1999

Sentence Discounts And Sentencing Guidelines For Juveniles, David Yellen

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Impeachment: The Structural Understanding, John O. Mcginnis Mar 1999

Impeachment: The Structural Understanding, John O. Mcginnis

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Love, Loss Of Faith, And Kate O'Brien, Eamon Maher Feb 1999

Love, Loss Of Faith, And Kate O'Brien, Eamon Maher

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Still A Solution: In Further Support Of Spending Supermajority Rules, John O. Mcginnis, Michael B. Rappaport Feb 1999

Still A Solution: In Further Support Of Spending Supermajority Rules, John O. Mcginnis, Michael B. Rappaport

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Supermajority Rules As A Constitutional Solution, John O. Mcginnis, Michael B. Rappaport Feb 1999

Supermajority Rules As A Constitutional Solution, John O. Mcginnis, Michael B. Rappaport

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One-Way Functions In Worst-Case Cryptography: Algebraic And Security Properties Are On The House, Alina Beygelzimer, Lane Hemaspaandra, Christopher Homan Jan 1999

One-Way Functions In Worst-Case Cryptography: Algebraic And Security Properties Are On The House, Alina Beygelzimer, Lane Hemaspaandra, Christopher Homan

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