Lawyers practice in two main fields: law and accounting. In its most basic sense, the practice of legal law simply involves providing legal advice to clients on legal issues, drafting relevant legal documents for clients and defending such clients in court proceedings and negotiation. The second area of specialization is that of financial law, with the specialization being in the area of corporate law.

In terms of specific areas of specialization, lawyers practice either criminal law or civil law. Criminal lawyers deal with cases involving the state’s penal system, while civil lawyers deal with cases concerning the private parties’ property, rights and privileges. Certified attorneys also practice labor law and family law. Continue reading →

There are many areas in economics where crime has a major impact on the economy. The area of criminal justice is perhaps one of the most important to study because it includes aspects such as corrections, law enforcement, and the economy in general. The issues surrounding crime and the effects that it has on society is indeed very important for those who want to advance in the field of economics.

The United States has a lot to do with crime rates throughout the world. The high crime rates in the US has significantly reduced the economies of other countries who are experiencing similar issues. For instance, Mexico’s economic growth has been severely impacted by drug violence. The drugs that are being used to create these super-powerful weapons have killed over 30,000 people over the last five years alone. Mexico is not just one of the countries experiencing this issue, it is affecting many economies. Continue reading →