Law in Social Work Practice
By Andrea Saltzman, M.A., J.D., David M. Furman, M.S.W., J.D., Kathleen Ohman, M.S.W., Ph.D.
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Written by an author team educated in both the law and social work, this book acquaints readers with major state and federal laws, regulations, and court opinions that directly affect social work practice. LAW IN SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE, 3rd Edition helps readers understand how to work within the legal system to benefit clients and further client interests, recognize certain client problems as legal, and work effectively with lawyers, as well as how the law shapes and restricts clients' actions. It also addresses how the law regulates social work practice, and how to recognize and respect the rights of clients and others affected by a practitioner's actions.
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Written by an author team educated in both the law and social work, this book acquaints readers with major state and federal laws, regulations, and court opinions that directly affect social work practice. LAW IN SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE, 3rd Edition helps readers understand how to work within the legal system to benefit clients and further client interests, recognize certain client problems as legal, and work effectively with lawyers, as well as how the law shapes and restricts clients' actions. It also addresses how the law regulates social work practice, and how to recognize and respect the rights of clients and others affected by a practitioner's actions.
Readers learn to identify laws significant to social work practice and how to find, understand, and use these laws in practice.
The authors assume no prior familiarity with legal matters; their clear writing style avoids legal jargon.
Excerpts from actual court opinions and statutes teach readers how to understand primary sources; coverage of legal research is included.
More than 70 cases and a practical guide to appearing in court help readers understand the realities of legal issues that affect social workers.
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Section I: Basic Legal Concepts, Principles, and Skills for Social Workers
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