Lyrics in the Law - Musics Influence on Americas Courts

Traditionally judges use recognized legal maxims to support their rulings, but today’s judiciary is becoming more apt to use pop culture, modern music, even humor in their decisions. This book examines how song lyrics have influenced judges, provided themes for their decisions, and helped make existing law more accessible.

List of contents

Chapter One: Overview
Chapter Two: The Beatles
Chapter Three: Bob Dylan
Chapter Four: Rock Music
Chapter Five: Pop Music
Chapter Six: Musical Standards
Chapter Seven: Rhythm & Blues
Chapter Eight: Folk Music
Chapter Nine: Rap Music
Chapter Ten: Country Music
Chapter Eleven: Gilbert & Sullivan
Chapter Twelve: Stage & Film
Chapter Thirteen: Musical Legal Maxims

About the author

Mark W. Klingensmith is judge on the State of Florida’s Fourth District Court of Appeal.

Summary

Traditionally judges use recognized legal maxims to support their rulings, but today’s judiciary is becoming more apt to use pop culture, modern music, even humor in their decisions. This book examines how song lyrics have influenced judges, provided themes for their decisions, and helped make existing law more accessible.

Product details

• Authors: Mark W Klingensmith, Mark W. Klingensmith
• Publisher: Lexington Books
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 31.01.2020
• EAN: 9781498594868
• ISBN: 978-1-4985-9486-8
• No. of pages: 382
• Subjects: Social sciences, law, business > Law > International law, foreign law; LAW / Courts, LAW / Jurisprudence, Jurisprudence & general issues, Courts & procedure, Legal systems: courts and procedures, Legal systems: courts & procedures