Sociology
The Stratification of Legal Consciousness and Differential Access to Justice
Quick fact
Studies show that people with higher income and education are more likely to perceive everyday problems as legal, seek legal advice, and achieve favorable outcomes, while disadvantaged groups often experience 'legal alienation' and bypass the law entirely.
Why this is interesting
You may assume the law applies equally to everyone—but does it? Why do some people easily resolve legal problems while others never even recognize they have one?