An Overview of the Legal System and The Law | |
Basic Legal Concepts and Principles for the Social Worker | |
The Hearing Process | |
The Social Worker in the Hearing Process | |
Locating and Using The Law | |
Constitutional and Criminal Law | |
Basic Constitutional Concepts and Principles for the Social Worker | |
Prosecution and Punishment of Adult Offenders | |
Adjudication and Treatment of Juvenile Offenders | |
The Child, The Family, and The Law | |
Protection of Children | |
Adoption | |
Marriage | |
Custody and Support of Children | |
Domestic Violence and Abuse | |
Education of Children | |
Health and The Law | |
Commitment and Treatment of Persons with Mental Disabilities | |
Competency and Guardianship of Persons with Mental and Physical Disabilities | |
Medical Care | |
The Profession of Social Work and The Law | |
Regulation of the Profession of Social Work | |
Disclosure of Professional Communications and Records | |
Professional Liability | |
Professional Relationships with Lawyers | |
Glossary-Index | |
Table of Cases | |
Index | |
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