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What does Lady Justice represent?
What does Lady Justice represent?
The scale held by Lady Justice represents __________ and checks and balance.
The scale held by Lady Justice represents __________ and checks and balance.
equality
The blindfold of Lady Justice represents bias.
The blindfold of Lady Justice represents bias.
False
What is one reason law is taught to business students?
What is one reason law is taught to business students?
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What is needed to have an efficient market?
What is needed to have an efficient market?
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Define law.
Define law.
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The Rule of Law applies to everyone in the same way.
The Rule of Law applies to everyone in the same way.
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What is one principle that defines the Rule of Law according to the World Justice Project?
What is one principle that defines the Rule of Law according to the World Justice Project?
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What are common law and civil law primarily based on?
What are common law and civil law primarily based on?
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In civil law, judges are obligated to follow prior judicial decisions.
In civil law, judges are obligated to follow prior judicial decisions.
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What is the primary sanction in criminal law?
What is the primary sanction in criminal law?
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Substantive law defines the legal __________ of people with other people or between them and the state.
Substantive law defines the legal __________ of people with other people or between them and the state.
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Study Notes
Lady Justice
- Symbolizes legal systems, embodies the concept of justice.
- Balancing scale signifies equality and the importance of checks and balances.
- Represents fairness by hearing both sides of a dispute.
- Blindfold indicates impartiality and the absence of bias.
- Sword symbolizes the enforcement of justice and the power of truth.
Importance of Teaching Law to Business Students
- Establishes essential legal vocabulary for effective communication.
- Enables identification of liabilities, preventing legal troubles for businesses.
- Informs strategic decision-making within a business context.
Efficient Market Requirements
- Law serves as a fundamental foundation for market efficiency.
- Rule of Law ensures equitable legal standards and protection of property rights.
Definition of Law
- Comprises rules established by the state, supported by enforcement agencies (judges, attorneys, police).
- Functions as a crucial social force, establishing order and requiring effective enforcement mechanisms.
Rule of Law
- Laws are applicable to all individuals equally.
- Fosters fairness and peaceful interactions, balancing freedoms and obligations.
- Cultivates public trust in laws, leading to consequences for unlawful actions.
- Essential for a well-functioning market and economic growth; embraced by most wealthy nations.
- Absence of Rule of Law can result in diminished faith in institutions.
World Justice Project Principles on Rule of Law
- Accountability extends to all, including law enforcers.
- Laws must be clear, public, stable, and just.
- Law processes must be accessible, fair, and efficient.
- Justice should be timely, ensuring rights such as a speedy trial.
Property Rights
- Defines exclusionary rights that allow resource control, essential for business operations.
- Promotes resource development and economic incentives, establishing foundations for modern business practices.
Classifications of Law
Common Law vs. Civil Law
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Common Law:
- Relies on judges' interpretations and precedents in law application.
- Predominantly used in the U.S., with Louisiana as the exception.
- Advantages include concise laws and stable judicial precedents (Stare Decisis).
- Disadvantages feature high volumes of cases and potential conflicting precedents.
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Civil Law:
- Prioritizes legislation over judicial decisions for law determination.
- Judges do not create law and are not obliged to follow past judicial rulings.
Public Law vs. Private Law
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Public Law:
- Regulates societal interactions, with the government acting on behalf of society.
- Includes areas such as constitutional, administrative, and criminal law.
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Private Law:
- Governs private relationships, including property, contract, and tort law.
- Tort law is a civil law form independent of contracts.
Civil Law vs. Criminal Law
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Civil Law:
- Individual plaintiffs seek damages or appropriate relief through lawsuits.
- Cases often involve breach of contract or torts, with damages as sanctions.
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Criminal Law:
- Government prosecutes offenders for societal wrongs.
- Sanctions can include severe penalties like imprisonment or fines.
Substantive Law vs. Procedural Law
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Substantive Law:
- Defines rights and duties in legal relationships among individuals and between individuals and the state.
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Procedural Law:
- Outlines methods and means for enforcing substantive laws and rights.
- Examples include statutes of limitations and rules governing legal processes.
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Description
This quiz explores the essential concepts of law and justice, focusing on their significance for business students. It covers the symbolism of Lady Justice, the importance of legal literacy in business, and the foundation of market efficiency provided by law. Test your knowledge on these crucial elements that ensure fairness and order in the business world.
