Summary - BUSINESS LAW AND PRACTICE

This books serves ad the American Constitution which is the supreme law of the United States, serving as the foundation for the country's government and the rights of its citizens. It was adopted in 1787 and outlines the structure of the federal government, establishing three separate branches: the legislative branch (Congress), the executive branch (headed by the President), and the judicial branch (including the Supreme Court). The Constitution sets forth a system of checks and balances to ensure that no one branch becomes too powerful. It also guarantees fundamental rights and freedoms to individuals, including freedom of speech, religion, and the press, the right to bear arms, and protection against unreasonable searches and seizures. The Constitution has been amended several times, with the first ten amendments known as the Bill of Rights, further safeguarding individual liberties. Its enduring significance lies in its ability to provide a framework for democratic governance while safeguarding the rights and liberties of American citizens.