Assignment: Case Analysis
Case: Awad v. Ziriax, et al, No. 10-6273 (10th Cir. 2012)
o Summarize the facts of the case;
o Identify the parties and explain each party's position;
o Outline the case's procedural history including any appeals;
o What is the legal issue in question in this case?
o How did the court rule on the legal issue of this case?
o What facts did the court find to be most important in making its decision?
o Respond to the following questions:
- Can a U.S. court enforce a clause in a contract specifying that Sharia law will apply?
- When, if ever, should a national court look to decisions of courts in other nations when interpreting its own nation's constitution?
o Do you agree or disagree with the court's decision? If you disagree, provide an explanation of your reasoning.
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
o The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
o The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
o Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.