Search Results | common law
Your search for "common law" returned 1,342 results
How Fingerprinting Works
science.howstuffworks.com/fingerprinting.htm
Fingerprinting is a popular technique for identifying criminals and authenticating access. Learn about fingerprinting and its storied history.
How U.S. Criminal Records Work
people.howstuffworks.com/criminal-record.htm
U.S. criminal records are on the increase in recent years. Find out how U.S. criminal records work.
How Spy Gear Works
electronics.howstuffworks.com/gadgets/high-tech-gadgets/spy-gear.htm
Spy gear is become popular for home use. Learn more about spy gear at HowStuffWorks.
10 Most Dangerous Cities in the World
people.howstuffworks.com/most-dangerous-cities-in-the-world.htm
The most dangerous cities face high crime rates, affecting residents and visitors. We used Statista to analyze global murder rates per capita.
Why Is 'Intersectionality' So Controversial?
people.howstuffworks.com/intersectionality.htm
Critics have charged that intersectionality has fostered a sort of 'oppression Olympics.' But that wasn't what was intended originally.
How Dogfighting Works
people.howstuffworks.com/dogfighting.htm
Dogfighting is a $500 million industry and has been associated with famous rappers and athletes, such as Michael Vick. Read more about dogfighting.
The Ethics (and Crime) of Plagiarism
people.howstuffworks.com/ethics-and-crime-plagiarism.htm
Defining plagiarism is not easy. HowStuffWorks breaks down the definition, which usually involves passing off someone else's work as your own.
How Inheritance Tax Works
money.howstuffworks.com/personal-finance/personal-income-taxes/inheritance-tax.htm
Inheritance tax is also known as an estate tax or death tax. Find out why a grieving family has to pay an inheritance tax.
Basilisk Lizard, aka 'Jesus Christ Lizard,' Walks on Water
animals.howstuffworks.com/reptiles/basilisk-lizard.htm
If you've ever seen a lizard running across the surface of water, you've likely witnessed the amazing basilisk lizard in action. This stunning feat earned the basilisk the nickname "Jesus Christ lizard." Like the founder of Christianity, this slithery critter can walk across lakes and seas.
How the Environment Has Changed Since the First Earth Day 51 Years Ago
It's been 51 years since the first Earth Day, and while progress has been made in some areas, humanity still has had a major impact on the planet.