Law, property, and marital dissolution

Article Abstract:

Legal and property rights affect the incidence of divorce and marital dissolution. This is evident in an analysis of two stylized models of marriage that take into consideration the consequences of fuller compensation for economic sacrifices made during marriage. In addition, a close examination of the utility possibility frontiers of two partners before and after divorce shows that the law can still have an effect on the incidence of divorce even in the absence of transaction costs and informational asymmetries.

Economic aspects, Right of property, Property rights, Divorce, Marriage law

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Supremely sheltered

Article Abstract:

The justices of the Supreme Court are sheltered from the need to project a public personality that burdens politicians. At the same time, they perform their roles very publicly and must provide personal explanations of their decisions.

Officials and employees, Judges, Column, Practice, United States. Supreme Court

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Wanted: a kinder, gentler cop

Article Abstract:

The Los Angeles Police Dept. is facing an image dilemma after the beating of Rodney King and an Independent Commission described it as 'racist'and 'sexist.' It is currently headed by Willie Williams.

Los Angeles, California, Law enforcement officers, Public relations, Los Angeles, California. Department of Police

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