LA 104 - Gender and the Law

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Bentley University

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Prerequisite(s): LA 200 or GB 103 Explores the law both as a force in maintaining the second-class citizenship of women and as a tool in dismantling gender discrimination throughout society. Examines ways in which the law, in the name of patriarchy and protection of women, has been unfair to men. Reviews legal milestones in women's history whereby women gained such rights as the right to vote, to serve as jurors, to serve in the military. Studies the evolution of law as a tool for empowerment of women from early caselaw through modern statutes that seek to prevent gender discrimination in such societal arenas as the workplace, education, and health care. Addresses what many believe is the failure of the legal system to adequately handle areas in which women arguably have unique needs, by examining such topics as the laws surrounding pregnancy, rape and domestic violence. D

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bentley.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 523-2354

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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