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Book Synopsis: In the fifth edition of Corporate and White Collar Crime: Cases and Materials, well-known author Kathleen Brickey, continues to provide systematic and comprehensive consideration of major white collar crime statutes in the federal criminal code, securities laws, and environmental statutes. Its focus on major white collar crime statutes distinguishes this book from its competitors and provides timely and topical coverage of current substantive law issues.
Highlights of this new edition of the casebook, which has been classroom tested through four previous editions, include:
- The distinguished authorship and experience of Kathleen Brickey, who is the author of a three-volume treatise on white collar crime, a new text on environmental crime, and numerous articles in the field, and has served as a consultant to the U.S. Sentencing Commission.
- Clear and concise expository introductions throughout each chapter that provide illuminating contexts for the cases that follow.
- Well-edited and adroitly selected good teaching cases that are followed by provocative notes and questions to stimulate lively classroom discussion.
- Well-written problems that enrich understanding of the cases and challenge students to apply substantive law principles to hypotheticals that test the outer bounds of the principal cases.
New developments in the Fifth Edition include:
- Skilling v. United States, which severely limits the honest services theory of mail fraud.
- Liability issues arising from the BP Oil Spill and its potential collateral consequences.
- Department of Justice corporate charging policies, the Stein decisions, and the Specter bill.
- Boyle v. United States, the Supreme Court’s latest interpretation of the RICO enterprise requirement.
- Evolving interpretations of the causation requirements for civil RICO actions, including the Supreme Court’s decision in Anza v. Ideal Steel.
- Recent developments in post-Booker Guidelines sentencing, including the Supreme Court’s decision in Gall v. United States.
The stellar scholarship and experience of the author and the unique substantive focus of this casebook make it undeniably the best choice for teaching white collar crime.
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Are you looking to gain a deep understanding of corporate and white collar crime? Look no further than the fifth edition of Corporate and White Collar Crime: Cases and Materials. Authored by the renowned Kathleen Brickey, this book offers a systematic and comprehensive exploration of major white collar crime statutes. Unlike any other book on the market, it covers federal criminal code, securities laws, and environmental statutes, giving you timely and relevant insights into current substantive law issues.
What sets this edition apart is the distinguished authorship and expertise of Kathleen Brickey herself. With her extensive background as the author of a three-volume treatise on white collar crime, a new text on environmental crime, and numerous articles on the subject, she brings an unparalleled level of knowledge to the table. As a consultant to the U.S. Sentencing Commission, she understands the intricacies of the legal landscape in detail.
Throughout each chapter, you'll find clear and concise expository introductions that provide illuminating context for the cases that follow. These well-edited cases are carefully selected to effectively teach the subject matter, and are accompanied by thought-provoking notes and questions designed to stimulate engaging classroom discussions. Additionally, the book includes well-crafted hypothetical problems that challenge you to apply substantive law principles to real-world scenarios.
In the fifth edition of this book, you can expect the latest developments in the field. Topics such as the Skilling v. United States case, which significantly impacts the honest services theory of mail fraud, and liability issues arising from the BP Oil Spill, are covered in depth. You'll also find discussions on the Department of Justice corporate charging policies, recent Supreme Court decisions, and evolving interpretations of RICO enterprise requirements and causation standards.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to learn from the best. The author's stellar scholarship and unique focus on white collar crime make this casebook an unrivaled resource. Expand your knowledge and ensure you stay up-to-date with the latest developments in corporate and white collar crime. Take the first step by clicking here to order your copy today.
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