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  • Dictionary of Law consisting of Judicial Definitions and Explanations of Words, Phrases and Maxims

    Dictionary of Law consisting of Judicial Definitions and Explanations of Words, Phrases and Maxims Full Title A Dictionary of Law, Consisting of Judicial Definitions and Explanations of Words, Phrases and Maxims and an Exposition of the Principles of Law: Comprising a Dictionary and Compendium of American and English Jurisprudence Details Author: William C. Anderson (United…

  • Administrative Law Definition

    Administrative Law Definition Administrative law refers to the body of laws, procedures, and legal institutions affecting government agencies as they implement legislation and administer public programs. As such, the scope of administrative law sweeps broadly. In most countries, bureaucratic agencies make up the largest part of the governmental sector and generate most of the decisions…

  • Nature of Law

    Nature of Law The Nature of Law and Legal Systems This section covers: Interpretivist Theories of Law Legal Positivism Natural Law Theory Legal Realism Mixed Theories of Law Books and Papers Josep Aguiló Regla (1990). Lenguaje jurídico, lenguaje documental y tesauro. Theoria 5 (1-2):31-65. The aim of this paper is twofold. On the one hand,…

  • Nature of Law

    Nature of Law The Nature of Law and Legal Systems This section covers: Interpretivist Theories of Law Legal Positivism Natural Law Theory Legal Realism Mixed Theories of Law Books and Papers Josep Aguiló Regla (1990). Lenguaje jurídico, lenguaje documental y tesauro. Theoria 5 (1-2):31-65. The aim of this paper is twofold. On the one hand,…

  • History of International Law

    Ancient History The need for some principles and rules of conduct between independent states arises whenever such states enter into mutual relations. Rules governing the treatment of foreign traders, travelers, and ambassadors, as well as the conclusion and observance of treaties, […]

  • Natural Law Definition

    Natural Law Definition The natural-law school of thought emphasizes that law should be based on a universal moral order. Natural law was “discovered” by humans through the use of reason and by choosing between that which is good and that which is evil. Here is the definition of natural law according to the Cambridge Dictionary…

  • Science of International Law

    New Tasks For the Science of International Law Lassa Oppenheim, in the book entitled The Future of International Law, about New Tasks For the Science of International Law, wrote in 1921: 67. International organization and legislation and the establishment of international courts are the […]

  • Encyclopedia of Soviet Law

    Encyclopedia of Soviet Law Edited by F.J.M. Feldbrugge Leiden: A.W. Sijthoff, 1973. Number of Pages: 774 (2 vols.) to 1012 pages Series: Law in Eastern Europe (Book 28) Publisher: Oceana, and Springer; 1985 edition (April 26, 1985) Language: English ISBN-10: 9024730759 ISBN-13: 978-9024730759 Description Documenation for Eastern Europe Law, University of Leiden. 26 x 18.5…

  • Blasphemy Laws

    Blasphemy Laws Many countries around the world have laws that punish expression deemed blasphemous, defamatory of religion, or contemptuous or insulting to religion or religious symbols, figures, or feelings. In addition, some states have added new blasphemy-type laws to their criminal codes or constitutions. The application of these laws has resulted in the jailing of…

  • A Dictionary of Law

    A Dictionary of Law One of the historical legal dictionaries is the “Dictionary of Law consisting of Judicial Definitions and Explanations of Words, Phrases and Maxims.” As the original title states, it is a Dictionary and Compendium of American and English Jurisprudence. Compiled and written by attorney William C. Anderson and published in Chicago by…

  • A Dictionary of Law

    A Dictionary of Law One of the historical legal dictionaries is the “Dictionary of Law consisting of Judicial Definitions and Explanations of Words, Phrases and Maxims.” As the original title states, it is a Dictionary and Compendium of American and English Jurisprudence. Compiled and written by attorney William C. Anderson and published in Chicago by…

  • Customary Law System

    Customary Law System In General According to Bruce Benson (“The Enterprise of Law”): “Law can imposed from above by some coercive authority, such as a king, a legislature, or a supreme court, or law can develop “from the ground” as customs and practice evolve. Law imposed from the top — authoritarian law — typically requires…

  • Customary Law System

    Customary Law System In General According to Bruce Benson (“The Enterprise of Law”): “Law can imposed from above by some coercive authority, such as a king, a legislature, or a supreme court, or law can develop “from the ground” as customs and practice evolve. Law imposed from the top — authoritarian law — typically requires…

  • Common Law Systems

    Common Law Systems Common law systems can be found in many nations that were former colonies or territories of England. The common law originated with the unification of England and the institutional stability provided by William the Conqueror (c. 1027-1087) after 1066. In 1215 King John (1167-1216) elevated the importance of the common law at…

  • Positive Concept Of Valuation

    An approach to the application of ad valorem duties that holds that duties should be applied upon the actual value of the transaction, as defined by buyer and seller. This view has been substantially fulfilled by the recent adoption of the transaction value basis of valuation in the Customs Valuatio…