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Wal-mart Stores, Inc. v. Samara Brothers, Inc.
ASSIGNMENT INFORMATION
[Wal-mart Stores, Inc. v. Samara Brothers, Inc.]
Overview
Review Case 8.1, a U.S. Supreme Court Case titled [Wal-mart Stores, Inc. v. Samara Brothers, Inc.]. You will find this case in Chapter 8 of your textbook. Using the issue, rule, application, conclusion (IRAC) method of briefing cases, found in Chapter 1 of the textbook, prepare a document that outlines the legal aspects of this case.
Note: Consult the IRAC Method of Briefing a Legal Case [PDF] for additional guidance.
Requirements
Your assignment, a 3–4 page paper, will be graded on the following criteria:
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- Summarize the facts associated with [Wal-mart Stores, Inc. v. Samara Brothers, Inc.].
- Identify the legal question(s) under consideration by the Supreme Court.
- Prioritize the rules of law that the court considers in this case.
- Compile the court’s decision and opinions on the case.
- Prepare a conclusion for the outcome of the case.
- Integrate into the assignment at least three quality professional and/or academic resources, written within the past five years.
- Clarity, organization, writing mechanics, and formatting requirements.
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- Note: Wikipedia and similar websites do not qualify as quality resources.
Formatting
Note the following:
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- The preferred method is for your paper to be typed, double-spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with 1-inch margins on all sides.
- Include a cover page containing the assignment title, your name, your professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
- Include a source list page.
