Essays on Parens Patriae

The concept of parens patriae is a Latin term that can loosely be translated to mean “parent or guardian of his or her nation or country”. In a broad context, the term parens patriae is applied to imply that the state has the power to take the role of parents or guardians for the citizens who cannot provide for themselves. Such people may include the disabled, destitute and children. It is worth noting, therefore, that this concept empowers a judge, when necessary, to take action and make decisions that may change the situation and location of child support, or ...

Introduction

The United States is one of the most developed countries, but it is also one of the countries with the highest level of income inequality. According to research, more than half of the nation’s income goes to only 5% of the population, while the remaining half is shared by the 95%. One way of measuring a nation’s income inequality is through the Gini coefficient. The Gini coefficient measures income inequality on a scale of 0 to 1 wherein 0 corresponds to total equality; a scenario wherein everyone is earning the same amount while 1 corresponds to total ...

Forensic Psychology

The term ‘forensic’ has been used in many fields of study that it could possibly confuse any person without a keen interest to understand what it really means. From TV documentaries, to fictional films, and novels, the possible number of times we are likely to encounter this term is overwhelming. Forensic sciences are numerous leading to a myriad of professions; there is forensic anthropology, forensic pathology, forensic engineering, and forensic linguistics, just to name a few. Forensic as a concept would refer to anything pertaining to law and would ideally be used in court to realize the ends of justice. Thus the proper ...