Natural Disasters
A natural disaster occurs when a hazard overwhelms a highly vulnerable community and results in mortality and morbidity. Thousands of people die in natural disasters each year and billions are…
A natural disaster occurs when a hazard overwhelms a highly vulnerable community and results in mortality and morbidity. Thousands of people die in natural disasters each year and billions are…
In a Merger, two companies combine to form one company. The new entity has the assets, liabilities, and operations of both the original and acquired companies. Mergers are usually funded…
Police are a group of people empowered by a state to enforce the law and protect citizens and property within a defined legal or territorial area. They are also the…
When you hear about the stock market in the news or from friends, it can sound a bit intimidating. But the stock market is really a bunch of people and…
Arrest is the legal authority that gives police officers the power to deprive people of their freedom. People have a right to a fair hearing to determine whether their arrest…
Drought is a severe lack of precipitation that leads to water shortages. It has many impacts, from food insecurity and famine to public health risks and conflict over scarce resources.…
Drug trafficking or narcotrafficking is a global criminal industry dedicated to the cultivation, manufacture, sale and distribution of illegal drugs. Many countries have enacted laws against drug trafficking and have…
A hospital is a type of medical facility that provides around-the-clock health care to patients with severe or complex illness or injury. It is generally staffed by doctors, nurses, and…
Law shapes politics, economics, history and society in many ways. It can regulate commerce, punish crimes, and protect property; provide for orderly social change; establish rights, privileges, and duties; and…
The jury, composed of ordinary citizens sworn to disregard their prejudices and follow the law, plays an essential role in upholding justice. It is a core part of the legal…