Law & Ethics - January 2007

I was astounded to learn that 5 of the gitmo prisoners who were 'arrested' kidnapped from Bosnia over 5 yrars ago were actually Bosnians. The crime according to the US officials was that they made threatening phone calls against the US and UK embassies in Bosnia.
Now don't get me wrong if your a guy in Afghanistan for example carrying around a Klashnikov firing at US or Affi allies, get caught and are in Gitmo, tough.
But an indeterminate (life) sentance in prison for a phone call?
I'm a UK citizen but even I have an issue with this.
America it's about time you stood up here isn't it?

2007-01-16 23:27:07 · 14 answers · asked by farshadowman 3

I live in Indiana. Like many states, it seems to me that Indiana defines "gambling" in terms of games of chance, but not in contests of skill or ability. I have noticed that local pubs often have pool or dart tournaments where contestants pay to enter and can win the pot. Am I correct in concluding that these tournaments are allowed in these games because they are games of skill? So, if this is allowed on a tournament level, then it should be allowed for an individual contest as well, correct?

2007-01-16 23:20:17 · 6 answers · asked by g-man 3

Muslims who claim they were racially profiled by Northwest Airlines and refused boarding are currently suing Northwest airlines and calling for a boycott. The majority of people flying are non-Muslim and this makes me wonder, will non-Muslims be more or less likely to fly Northwest during the boycott?

This is an important issue because it could mean that the boycott could have exactly the opposite effect of what the organizers were hoping for. If the results are opposite it could start a trend that could create a driving business reason to discriminate against Muslims.

Please keep these answers real, not a bunch of hateful rhetoric.

If the boycott by Muslims results in an increase of non-Muslim business it could also effect stock prices and result in a kind of control of stock prices through encouraging or discouraging Muslim boycotts or usage of products or services.

This is an interesting issue on a bunch of levels and I wanted to get a snap shot of feelings on the issue.

2007-01-16 23:18:15 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a couple of questions but they are related

I live in the UK

1)If I work full time in an office but go to university on fridays during term time (this is approxomately a bit under half of the fridays a year) - what is the legal amount of paid holiday my employers must give me ?

1)Is there a law to determine wether you should have some sick pay or is it up to the employer if they pay you ?

Thanx for your help people

2007-01-16 23:00:26 · 8 answers · asked by Gem 3

am doing some research for a paper so serious answers only please. I would like to know your feelings on Gays in the Military. I would also like to know how you feel about the current policy in place. Now Imagine for a min that you are on the frontlines and all you have is your buddies to your left or right and you are praying that they remeber that last 1st aid class or they got 40 out of 40 on their weapons qualification. At this very moment are you thinking " Are they gay"? Does it really matter to you their sexuality and why. What are your why's and why nots. Also if you can point me in direction of any "credible" resources that discuss this topic let me know. I am researching for a paper and I am not gay but my position is that I feel the current policy protects the homosexuals privacy and sheilds them from any ridicule after all sexual orientation does not affect job performance and we "all" know that "AIDS" is NOT a disease that affects homosexuals only.

2007-01-16 22:47:39 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

As from 1st April 2007 the police will not be allowed to breathalyse anyone who can prove that they are of the Islamic faith. This is because the faith forbids the use of alcohol and therefore to suggest that a devout Muslim has been drinking is to insult their faith. The law applies to everyone, regardless of colour

Source: Civil Law Review WP

2007-01-16 22:44:20 · 25 answers · asked by ROMFT 3

2007-01-16 22:40:17 · 1 answers · asked by mahmooha - 1

Someone told me that in certain cases, your doctor can complete a form that will help your Social Security disability case be approved much faster.

I am currently waiting for my appeal with the law judge to be scheduled. I've been waiting nearly a year, just for that!

I first filed in January of 2005!!!

2007-01-16 22:37:15 · 2 answers · asked by treefrog 4

Just curious.

Although the majority of people are likely to say one person-one vote, i do wonder if other systems have merit.

People with lots of land have more impact on society, should they have more say ?

I guess I could also ask the same about people with money. People who have £100 million have more impact on society, should they have more say ( in votes ?)

I don't know, just asking.

I know the biggest objection is people shouldn't be able to buy power or votes, but the reality is that people with more land and money have more power so maybe they should have more formal say in the running of the country ?

this used to be the system. Its wasn't all great, but perhaps it had some merits ?

2007-01-16 22:35:40 · 8 answers · asked by Michael H 7

2007-01-16 22:18:09 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

is there a law against nepotism in a work enviroment? in illinois? and what are the stipulations if so? what can be done?

2007-01-16 22:15:14 · 3 answers · asked by drumin_phreak 2

...I'm in court soon and going to plead guilty, am i going to get a chance to plead my case with them before they sentance me?

2007-01-16 22:08:17 · 5 answers · asked by gjd3k 1

I've noticed that during the steps of getting a patent, you are vulnerable to have your ideas stolen from other professionals along the way. As I stated above when you take your invention to a drafter, he could steal it.... How does one protect themselves along the way?

2007-01-16 22:05:36 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

how would you know if a protection order is served against you

2007-01-16 21:56:46 · 2 answers · asked by sherri t 1

PREMISE
To get a high, there is a legal consequence with drug abuse, commitment in marital agreement and avoiding the use of prostitutes for fear of sexually transmitted diseases.

Serial monogamous sex has the attraction of fewer legal and social implications today that makes it palatable to the conniving traditional elders and an easy excuse for the masses.

QUESTION
Morally, short of repenting (non-religious aspect) to claim faithfulness and commitment upon marriage, would not persons of this disposition be equivalent to cheating oneself, living a lie, and therefore be likely to be unfaithful based on the saying a tiger cannot change its stripes ?
If you disagree, how so ?


Serious non-academic answers in the above categorical context please. No personal implications here.
Please go ahead to alter the premise as you deem fit.

Question posted: United States.

2007-01-16 21:49:35 · 1 answers · asked by pax veritas 4

Iraq has taken this off the front pages, so please bring me up to speed
Should drug fiends be thrown in jail even if they don't inhale?
How many drug fiends are now in jail?
How many still at large?
How many prison officers will be needed when they are all locked up?
Will there be enough taxpayers left to support all the drug fiends and prisone officers?

2007-01-16 21:29:01 · 7 answers · asked by Sheik Yerbouti 2

And did you know that in 1999. Interracial marriges became legal in Alabama?

2007-01-16 21:13:13 · 4 answers · asked by brandley_1999 2

1. The Janet Jackson episode - In Europe, a breast is a breast but the incident beamed across headlines in the US, reflecting the puritaniacal attitude of the press and liberals.

2. It is far more common to have nude beaches open to public in Europe. Prostitution is always legal and live-in relationships are accepted in the same vein as regular marriages. Also, condoms are promoted as tools for preventing HIV/AIDS and not "abstinence". Also, there is far greater representation of interracial relationships in European society, and also mainstream media.

2007-01-16 21:11:07 · 3 answers · asked by quilm 3

My wife is very young and Im really tired when I get home. Im thinking of finding someone to fill the void so all I have to do is come home take a shower and take her out to dinner or dancing . Im thinking India or Mexico what do you think!

2007-01-16 20:53:44 · 2 answers · asked by wishingstar5555 3

Its plain and simple..Its about Taxation...The gov't gets a big cuttttt from cigarette companies.....If it was up to me...Cigarettes should be illegal...You know they cause cancer so why do you smoke them??? You claim u dont care but when youre in the hospital, you wish you never smoked in the first place....Nothing in the world makes sense...It's common sense...You know its going to kill u sooner or later..so why do it??

2007-01-16 19:58:16 · 8 answers · asked by chi_south_kid1 1

2007-01-16 19:45:31 · 15 answers · asked by Aiea Joe 3

2007-01-16 19:44:45 · 5 answers · asked by devin66101 1

My little dog was attacked and killed by two greyhounds owned by a couple who deny that their dogs did it even though they saw it happen. I have myself, my husband, and two other witnesses that saw the whole thing. The vet bills were very expensive because my dog lived for almost a week before passing away. I am finally taking them to court. I am starting to get nervous because I have never been in court before and I'm pretty sure that they are going to deny everything that I say. Are the witnesses enough evidence? Is it smarter to try mediation? Any help would be much appreciated thanks!

2007-01-16 19:34:16 · 3 answers · asked by BigErrn 2

2007-01-16 18:50:08 · 10 answers · asked by dolina e 1

2007-01-16 18:41:08 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-01-16 18:40:38 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-01-16 18:19:15 · 3 answers · asked by Tiffany K 1

Why do you have to have a license to drive but any idiot can have kids.

2007-01-16 17:58:43 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

Shouldn't he just "be a man" like he tells the people he catches, and go serve his time? Karma's a *****, isn't it?

2007-01-16 17:21:50 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

Someone told me that they would not care about your privacy at all just opens up your package?

2007-01-16 17:03:22 · 4 answers · asked by wish2hate 2