Cases and Materials on Sexuality, Gender Identity, and the Law

This casebook provides comprehensive coverage of the legal issues concerning LGBTQ persons, including scholarly commentary on these issues and significant recent developments. It also covers gender identity issues and the challenges faced by transgender individuals.

Format: Hardback
Length: 875 pages
Publication date: 01 November 2022
Publisher: West Academic Publishing

This comprehensive casebook delves into the intricate web of legal principles governing sexual orientation and gender identity, seamlessly integrating interdisciplinary perspectives to provide a timely and insightful exploration of the rapidly evolving legal landscape. It offers a comprehensive coverage of a wide array of legal issues impacting LGBTQ individuals, accompanied by scholarly commentary that sheds light on these complex matters. Moreover, the book extends its purview to encompass broader issues of sexuality and gender, offering a holistic understanding of these societal constructs. Within its pages, the book delves into profound recent developments, such as the landmark Supreme Court decision that interprets the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as prohibiting discrimination based on gender identity and sexual orientation. Additionally, it explores the growing chorus of religious liberty claims raised by opponents of LGBTQ equality measures, highlighting the delicate balance between religious freedom and LGBTQ rights. Furthermore, the book provides in-depth analysis of gender identity issues, shedding light on the challenges faced by transgender individuals in accessing sex-segregated facilities, receiving adequate healthcare, and enjoying equal educational and athletic opportunities. By examining these critical topics, this casebook serves as a valuable resource for legal professionals, activists, students, and anyone interested in understanding the evolving legal landscape surrounding sexual orientation and gender identity.

Weight: 1482g
Dimension: 198 x 263 x 34 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781636591469
Edition number: 7 Revised edition