The Directions series has been written with students in mind. The ideal guide as they approach the subject for the first time, this book will help them: * Gain a complete understanding of the topic: just the right amount of detail conveyed clearly * Understand the law in context: with scene-setting introductions and highlighted case extracts, the practical importance of the law becomes clear * Identify when and how to critically evaluate the law: they'll be introduced to the key areas of debate and given the confidence to question the law * Deepen and test knowledge: visually engaging learning and self-testing features aid understanding and help students tackle assessments with confidence * Elevate their learning: with the ground-work in place your students can aspire to take their learning to the next level, with direction provided on how to go further Online Resources This book is accompanied by the following online resources: * Self-test questions * Guidance on answering essay and problem questions * Web links * Flashcard glossary Additional lecturer resources include: * Diagrams from the book