Law Discussion Thread Writer
Budget: $10 – $30 USD
I need a concise yet well-sourced discussion thread on whether the government should be restricted from imposing criminal penalties on individuals who have not intentionally committed a generally known moral wrong in the context of fraud and anti-kickback laws.
Your main post must clearly advance the position that the government should indeed be restricted. Please ground the argument in three pillars—protecting innocent individuals, maintaining moral integrity, and preventing misuse of power—and weave in doctrinal support drawn from textbook commentary, relevant federal statutes or published regulations, and at least one peer-reviewed article. A minimum of two distinct scholarly citations in proper Bluebook format are required in this initial 400-word post.
After finishing the thread, craft two separate 200-word replies that further the conversation rather than merely repeating the original points. Each reply must contain at least one new scholarly source, again cited in Bluebook style, and should engage critically with possible counterarguments while still reinforcing the core stance.
Deliverables:
• One initial post – 400 words minimum, ≥2 scholarly Bluebook citations
• Two response posts – 200 words each, ≥1 scholarly Bluebook citation apiece
I’ll review for accuracy of Bluebook formatting, clarity of reasoning, and tight adherence to the specified word counts.
Laura F. Laemmle-Weidenfeld, Legal Issues in Health Care Fraud and Abuse (5th ed. 2019). Matthew Bender / Lexisnexis. ISBN: 9780769881577. Read page 31-94
Discussion Grading Rubric
Discussion Grading Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeThread
50 to >45.0 pts
Advanced
All key components of the prompt are provided in the thread demonstrating an advanced understanding of course materials. The thread has a clear, logical flow wherein words are valued and writing concise. Major points are stated clearly and supported by good thoughtful analysis. Required sources are utilized appropriately.
45 to >41.0 pts
Proficient
Most key components of the Discussion Board Thread prompt are provided in the thread; however, the analysis is less substantive and flow is interrupted in places by irrelevancies and wordiness. Major points are clearly established. Required sources are missing or utilized appropriately.
41 to >0.0 pts
Developing
The key components of the Discussion Board Thread prompts are addressed minimally. The thread lacks flow or content. Major points are unclear. Major points are not supported by evidence or thoughtful analysis. Sourcing requirements not met.
0 pts
Not Present
50 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeTwo Replies
20 to >17.0 pts
Advanced
Each reply addresses a substantive point made in another student’s thread through accurate identification and definition. Each reply provides a detailed response and appropriate support adding new/additional research and analysis to the discussion.
17 to >16.0 pts
Proficient
Each reply addresses a substantive point made in another student’s thread. The reply addresses a substantive point but is slightly lacking in either identifying the substantive point or in support. Content may be too repetitive of previously presented content.
16 to >0.0 pts
Developing
Some replies claim to focus on a point made in another student’s thread but involved misidentification or lack of definition. Replies could be more substantive regarding the thread. Replies lack clarity and coherence. Lacks new/additional research and analysis.
0 pts
Not Present
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeStructure and Style
25 to >22.0 pts
Advanced
Graduate level writing standards applied. Spelling and grammar are correct. Sentences are complete, clear, and concise. Bold headings are provided for each section. Paragraphs contain appropriately varied sentence structures. Writing is active and passive voice avoided. Bluebook format is utilized.
22 to >20.0 pts
Proficient
Graduate level writing standards are somewhat applied. Errors may include: spelling and grammar, sentence structure, syntax, and/or paragraph cohevisiveness or flow of thought. Bluebook format is applied with minimal errors.
20 to >0.0 pts
Developing
Spelling and grammar errors distract. Sentences are incomplete or unclear or in passive voice. Paragraphs are poorly formed. Where applicable, references are minimally or not cited in current Bluebook format.
0 pts
Not Present
25 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWord Count
5 to >4.0 pts
Advanced
Minimum word count (at least 400 words for threads and at least 200 words for replies) is met.
4 to >3.0 pts
Proficient
75% plus of the word count is met.
3 to >0.0 pts
Developing
50% to 74% of the word count is met.
0 pts
Not Present
5 pts
Total Points: 100
Your main post must clearly advance the position that the government should indeed be restricted. Please ground the argument in three pillars—protecting innocent individuals, maintaining moral integrity, and preventing misuse of power—and weave in doctrinal support drawn from textbook commentary, relevant federal statutes or published regulations, and at least one peer-reviewed article. A minimum of two distinct scholarly citations in proper Bluebook format are required in this initial 400-word post.
After finishing the thread, craft two separate 200-word replies that further the conversation rather than merely repeating the original points. Each reply must contain at least one new scholarly source, again cited in Bluebook style, and should engage critically with possible counterarguments while still reinforcing the core stance.
Deliverables:
• One initial post – 400 words minimum, ≥2 scholarly Bluebook citations
• Two response posts – 200 words each, ≥1 scholarly Bluebook citation apiece
I’ll review for accuracy of Bluebook formatting, clarity of reasoning, and tight adherence to the specified word counts.
Laura F. Laemmle-Weidenfeld, Legal Issues in Health Care Fraud and Abuse (5th ed. 2019). Matthew Bender / Lexisnexis. ISBN: 9780769881577. Read page 31-94
Discussion Grading Rubric
Discussion Grading Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeThread
50 to >45.0 pts
Advanced
All key components of the prompt are provided in the thread demonstrating an advanced understanding of course materials. The thread has a clear, logical flow wherein words are valued and writing concise. Major points are stated clearly and supported by good thoughtful analysis. Required sources are utilized appropriately.
45 to >41.0 pts
Proficient
Most key components of the Discussion Board Thread prompt are provided in the thread; however, the analysis is less substantive and flow is interrupted in places by irrelevancies and wordiness. Major points are clearly established. Required sources are missing or utilized appropriately.
41 to >0.0 pts
Developing
The key components of the Discussion Board Thread prompts are addressed minimally. The thread lacks flow or content. Major points are unclear. Major points are not supported by evidence or thoughtful analysis. Sourcing requirements not met.
0 pts
Not Present
50 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeTwo Replies
20 to >17.0 pts
Advanced
Each reply addresses a substantive point made in another student’s thread through accurate identification and definition. Each reply provides a detailed response and appropriate support adding new/additional research and analysis to the discussion.
17 to >16.0 pts
Proficient
Each reply addresses a substantive point made in another student’s thread. The reply addresses a substantive point but is slightly lacking in either identifying the substantive point or in support. Content may be too repetitive of previously presented content.
16 to >0.0 pts
Developing
Some replies claim to focus on a point made in another student’s thread but involved misidentification or lack of definition. Replies could be more substantive regarding the thread. Replies lack clarity and coherence. Lacks new/additional research and analysis.
0 pts
Not Present
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeStructure and Style
25 to >22.0 pts
Advanced
Graduate level writing standards applied. Spelling and grammar are correct. Sentences are complete, clear, and concise. Bold headings are provided for each section. Paragraphs contain appropriately varied sentence structures. Writing is active and passive voice avoided. Bluebook format is utilized.
22 to >20.0 pts
Proficient
Graduate level writing standards are somewhat applied. Errors may include: spelling and grammar, sentence structure, syntax, and/or paragraph cohevisiveness or flow of thought. Bluebook format is applied with minimal errors.
20 to >0.0 pts
Developing
Spelling and grammar errors distract. Sentences are incomplete or unclear or in passive voice. Paragraphs are poorly formed. Where applicable, references are minimally or not cited in current Bluebook format.
0 pts
Not Present
25 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWord Count
5 to >4.0 pts
Advanced
Minimum word count (at least 400 words for threads and at least 200 words for replies) is met.
4 to >3.0 pts
Proficient
75% plus of the word count is met.
3 to >0.0 pts
Developing
50% to 74% of the word count is met.
0 pts
Not Present
5 pts
Total Points: 100