“Weil” is the most important word in writing the analysis. Using the word “because” forces you to make the connection between the rule and the facts. You`ll notice that you can also use the words “asâ” and “since”, they perform the same function as “because” Notice the process for each problem you identify – each problem forms the basis of a separate RAIC analysis. Legal analysis is an important and difficult skill to teach students. The relationship between law and fact, and the use of facts in support of a legal conclusion, requires practice. This article introduces a technique called the “legal analysis model,” which helps students break down the law into elements and then apply the facts to the law to support a legal conclusion. Students complete the section of the model to reach a conclusion supported by both facts and legislation. RAIC stands for the “Issue, Rule, Application, Conclusion” structure of legal analysis. An effective essay follows a form of RAIC structure in which it is organized around a “problem,” a “rule,” an “application,” and a “conclusion” for each individual problem and sub-problem identified as a legal problem. Some professors may not want to see this language – the question is if. they get the same result, for example, with other words “Did” or “Can”.

Don`t fixate on the tongue. Follow your teacher`s instructions and find that in both cases you will get the same result: the identification of the legal problem. While using the RAIC does not guarantee an “A” from the professor, it is extremely helpful in organizing a response. And while this isn`t the only way to structure an answer, it helps ensure that all bases are covered. So until you reach the level of mental and written fluency where you can weave rules and facts into a seamless network and transition between thoughts without losing your substance or reader, I highly recommend relying on some form of RAIC to stay focused. While the RAIC never covers a lack of knowledge or replaces a lack of analysis, you can use it as a tool to organize your thinking and writing. Think of it as a support scaffolding (or drive wheels) to make sure the necessary steps are followed. Once the process becomes instinctive, the props can be thrown away and you can weave the rule and facts together. But by then, you`ll have something you can count on to guide you through the process. Identify and indicate the legal conclusion that the court should reach, Law Educator: Courses, Materials and Teachings eJournal Examples of how “because” works to change the recitation into application: when he pushed Pam even though he knew she was not likely to be hit by the cyclist (or when he said: “Would you buy my watch next Tuesday for $500 in cash?” or when the defendant did business in the state forum, had a full-time office and staff, and paid state taxes.) Subscribe to this paid newspaper for more curated articles on this topic What to write: In this case, Pete, the police officer, realized that Dan matched the suspect`s description, which provided a likely reason for the arrest because Dan was extremely tall at 6`4 and was wearing a green and light brown sweater with purple spots and pointed alligator cowboy boots. corresponding to the description of the eyewitness of the theft. then connect to the “relevant” facts (the relevant facts are the facts that determine the result), What you need to write: Here, Dr.

Jones can be considered an independent consultant to ABC Inc. because he performs all research and development in his own laboratory in a separate ABC facility, where he has direct control over employees, because he hired his own assistants. Determination of their working hours. He also has direct control over his own work, as he sets his own working hours and meets with ABC only once a week. Because he only meets weekly with the president of ABC to discuss progress in the development of the hair loss product, the president does not monitor Dr. Jones on a daily basis about the work done in the lab. Department of Finance and LawMt. Pleasant, MI 48858USA989-774-1842 (Phone) ALSB Journal of Business Law & Ethics Pedagogy, Volume 2, Number 1, Summer 2019 But you can always use the following language to guide your thought process. What not to write: ABC Inc. asked Dr. Jones to develop a drug that reduces hair loss. Dr.

Jones worked in his own laboratory, hiring and firing his own assistants, and scheduling their and his own working hours. He meets with the president of ABC every Friday morning to discuss the progress of the project, and at that time, Dr. Jones submits his timesheet for payment. The president pays Dr. Jones every week. What not to write: In this case, while Pete, the policeman, was giving Dan a sobriety test, he noticed that Dan matched an eyewitness` description of the robbery, giving the officer a likely reason to arrest Dan. 29 pages Published: 5 Oct 2018 Last revised: 28 August 2019. Don committed a battery (or an offer was made, or the court may claim personal jurisdiction).