Securities Law

Cobalt Red is the searing first-ever exposé of the immense toll taken on the people and environment of the Democratic Republic of the Congo by cobalt mining, as told through the testimonies of the Congolese people themselves. Activist and researcher Siddharth Kara has traveled deep into cobalt territory to document the testimonies of the people living, working, and dying for cobalt.

"Is AI Watching Me?" – Unmasking the Truth About AI and Privacy Artificial Intelligence is everywhere. From smart devices in our homes to facial recognition in public spaces, AI is constantly collecting and analyzing data. But have you ever stopped to wonder: What does it know about you? And more importantly, How is it affecting your privacy? In "Is AI Watching Me? (AI and Privacy)", Marie Campbell takes a deep dive into the hidden world of AI surveillance and data collection, shedding light on how AI is shaping our privacy rights. With technology advancing at an exponential rate, ...

Steven Johnson’s engrossing account of the epic struggle between the anarchist movement and the emerging surveillance state stretches around the world and between two centuries—from Alfred Nobel’s invention of dynamite and the assassination of Czar Alexander II to New York City in the shadow of World War I.

"Conquer the Series 66 Exam: Study Guide for the Uniform Combined State Law Exam" is an essential resource for aspiring financial professionals seeking to master the Uniform Combined State Law Exam. This comprehensive guide covers all the critical topics needed to succeed, including the regulation of investment advisers, securities and issuers, fiduciary obligations, and ethical practices. Each chapter delves deeply into key concepts, providing clear explanations and practical insights to help candidates understand and retain the material. The study guide is meticulously structured to align...

Alan Dershowitz has been called “one of the most prominent and consistent defenders of civil liberties in America” by Politico and “the nation’s most peripatetic civil liberties lawyer and one of its most distinguished defenders of individual rights” by Newsweek. Get Trump makes clear that unconstitutional efforts to stop Trump from retaking the presidency challenge the very foundations of our liberty: due process, right to counsel, and free speech.

Combatives, both in the sense of a set of techniques as well as a complete system, runs on very specific principles. These principles differ significantly from traditional martial arts and sport fighting systems. Most frequently combatives are applied within combat, law enforcement, security or self defense contexts. This means that the risk of severe injury or death is ever present. When we don't understand or incorporate true combative principles into our training we run the risk of losing within a context where losing can cost us our lives. In this Little Book: The 3 main contextual ...

Presenting a corrective to the popular notion of Rosa Parks as the quiet seamstress who, with a single act, birthed the modern civil rights movement, Theoharis provides a revealing window into Parks’s politics and years of activism. She shows listeners how this civil rights movement radical sought—for more than a half a century—to expose and eradicate the American racial-caste system in jobs, schools, public services, and criminal justice.

Three books and a bonus novella! Noah - She's a secretary, stuck in an abusive home. He's a trust fund billionaire determined to make it on his own. When Lena is chosen to work for the boss, neither is prepared for the sparks that fly, or the danger they unleash.-- Learn how the Bachelors get their start in Noah! Ryder - She’s a woman making her way in a traditionally man’s world. He’s a decorated agent. When an explosion rips through Vegas, can they combine their detective skills in time to stop the killer terrorizing the city? Luke - She’s escaping the corporate world. He’s an ...

Spies on Trial brings the listener fast-paced stories of foreign spies engaged in daring deeds of sleuthing that undoubtedly have more than their fair share of intriguing moments. But nowhere is this suspense more intense than inside the courtroom, where the drama of intense covert activities is fully unfurled, offering fascinating glimpses into this vast and nefarious underground world of international espionage.

This very informative book is the current and up-to-date story and history of the Orange County Sheriff's Department. It includes information on three of the top executives at the OCSD: Don Barnes, Sheriff and Coroner; Bob Peterson, the Undersheriff to Sheriff Barnes; and Jack Ackerman, Captain, who works with the sheriff's executive team. The OCSD has several outstanding women and men. However, these three are by far the Top Tier at the OCSD. This is the unofficial background and history of the OCSD. Neither Don Barnes nor the OCSD paid for this edition, and they did not write or edit the ...

two engineers, a male and a female, meet under most non-engineering conditions. They must deal with philosophical, legal and physical conditions while they are searching themselves. They discover life is not what they expected.

This book tackles the most pressing problems of contemporary free speech law by examining where the idea of free expression came from in the first place, applying the lessons of the past to address the challenges of the present. Free speech cannot be taken for granted – it needs to be fought for. But its champions will be successful only if they understand what they are defending. For free speech is a deceptively simple principle. How should it guide us on the bounds of what is acceptable to say? Should we be free to preach hatred, or to spread fear or fake news?

The life story of the most controversial, volatile, misunderstood provision of the Bill of Rights. At a time of increasing gun violence in America, Waldman's book provoked a wide range of discussion. This book looks at history to provide some surprising, illuminating answers. The Amendment was written to calm public fear that the new national government would crush the state militias made up of all (white) adult men - who were required to own a gun to serve. Waldman recounts the raucous public debate that has surrounded the amendment from its inception to the present.

Decoding LLCs: A Comprehensive Q&A Guide to Limited Liability Companies Every entrepreneur embarks on a journey filled with decisions that can profoundly impact their venture's success. One such pivotal decision is choosing the right business structure. Recognizing the significance of this choice, we have meticulously crafted "Unlocking the Power of the LLC: A Comprehensive Journey into the World of Limited Liability Companies." This guide serves as a comprehensive roadmap for entrepreneurs, freelancers, and business owners, providing essential insights about Limited Liability Companies (...

This book is the definitive work showing the central place of AR-15s and other semiautomatic rifles in the American story. From the founding to the present, rifles and other firearms have played a pivotal role in American history. The story of America’s rifle is largely the story of American history.

A history of the landmark case of Clarence Earl Gideon's fight for the right to legal counsel.

She’s secretly searching for answers. He’s hiding from his past. When the two collide, will their enemies be the death of them or the answer to a new life? Gage Rogers doesn’t expect two hard years spent deep undercover to land him in witness protection, but when a trusted ally blows his cover, assuming a new identity is the only way to stay alive. When a flat tire leaves journalist Morgan Stevens stranded in front of an out of town bar, her instant attraction to the rugged man behind the counter catches her off guard. Between Morgan’s new assignment and her budding relationship, ...

When it comes to protecting and serving their curvy citizens, these police officers follow the letter of the law. Join the lieutenant, commander, sergeant, and detective as they solve cases and fall in love. Whether they’re on patrol or on the prowl, these officers are here to find the bad guy and the one. These four alpha male police officers find more than love in Kelsie Calloway’s newest collection: Protect & Serve: Cops Love Curves. Happily ever after guaranteed! ♥

In this book, author Orde Kittrie draws on his experiences as a lawfare practitioner, US State Department attorney, and international law scholar in analyzing the theory and practice of lawfare. Kittrie explains how factors including the increased reach of international laws and tribunals and the rise of economic globalization and information technology have fueled lawfare's increasing power and prevalence.

Conquer the NASAA Exams: Your Guide to Series 63, 65, and 66 from the North American Securities Administrators Association is a concise and practical overview designed to help test-takers master the core concepts required for success on the NASAA state law and investment adviser licensing exams. This book provides a clear, easy-to-follow summary of essential topics, including state securities registration procedures, investment adviser regulations, ethical standards, portfolio management principles, and client communication rules. While this guide covers a broad range of important subjects,...