Role and Functions of Law LAW 421 December 5‚ 2013 Tracy Owens Role and Functions of Law Law is a multi- layer theory‚ some consider it complex and confusing and others are able to understand the different functions of law in society. Law is defined as a body of rules of conduct of binding legal force and effect‚ prescribed‚ recognized‚ and enforced by controlling authority. The purpose of
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Running head: Role and Functions of Law Role and Functions of Law LAW/421 University of Phoenix Role and Functions of Law Every civilization that has existed has implemented rules that govern how that civilization should live and act‚ these rules and practices are what we call laws. The definition of law according to Merriam-Webster (2012)‚ a binding custom or practice of a community: a rule of conduct or action prescribed or formally recognized as binding or enforced by a controlling
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Laws play a powerful role in the prosperous operation of business and society by regulating social conduct that leads to a society that can run freely yet efficiently. Working on the accounting for a medium sized manufacturing company requires a great deal of knowledge of the functions and roles of law in the industry when issues of ethics‚ taxes‚ and disputes come into play. The more knowledgeable the accountant‚ the better prepared they will be when difficult legal situations are at hand. Laws
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The Role and Function of Law James Williams Law/421 January 7‚ 2012 Gail B. Jabber Role and Functions of Law According to Melvin (2011)‚ “A generally accepted generic definition of the law is a body of rules of action or conduct prescribed by controlling authority‚ and having legal binding force” (p. 4). The scope of modern law is broad with tentacles that reach into every area of public and private dealings. Essentially law furnishes a process by which the rulings and directives to
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Role and Functions of Law Keith De Luca LAW/421 April 1‚ 2013 Jacques Ward Role and Functions of Law Melvin (2011) stated‚ “Accepted generic definition of the law is a body of rules of action or conduct prescribed by controlling authority‚ and having legal binding force” (p.4). Law in our society gives the people duties‚ obligations‚ and rights to live by. Without these laws that where put into our constitution the wealthy‚ the powerful‚ and those with the most influence would win all arguments
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Roles and Functions of Law – LAW/421 The law is a body of rules of conduct that everyone within a country must obey‚ prescribed and enforced by a controlling authority. In America the law creates obligations‚ duties‚ and rights that reflect the views of its society. The science and philosophy of law is known as jurisprudence. Jurisprudence is used to describe the different functions of law: natural law‚ positivists‚ and legal realism. Natural law is the principle or body of laws that is a system
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Travis J. Beasley LAW/ 421 Version1 Contemporary Business Law Role and Functions of Law Mrs. Safiya Byars The United States Constitution states in Article VI that the Constitution‚ and all laws made under it‚ “shall be the supreme Law of the Land”. These laws affect all persons and entities on a daily basis. In business law is often used in larger businesses to make sure the company stays in compliance with all the states laws. Large companies often keep what is called “in-house”
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Role and Functions of Law February 25‚ 2014 LAW/421 The role and functions of law has a significant part in the operations of business and society. Its design ensures order‚ provides resolutions to conflicts‚ gives not only individuals‚ but also their assets a safe haven‚ maintains the structure of society‚ and protects municipal liberties. In order to create a safer life from those who are unjust. Furthermore‚ these laws create “duties‚ obligations‚ and rights that reflect
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Role and Functions of Law The law is a delicate yet malleable set of rules and principles that are formed to suite the needs of those deciding its purpose. The role of law for business and society is to provide set rules and procedures that fall within general functions which reflect the position of the people. In various types of governments the law is adjusted to suite the needs of the dictator‚ its citizens or its elected body as seen fit. In a republic‚ such as the United States of America
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Functions and Role of Law in Business and Society LAW/421 April 3‚ 2013 Richard Geisler The Importance of Law Law such a small word with so much meaning. It’s the body of rules of action or conduct prescribed by controlling authority‚ and having legal binding force (Melvin‚ S.P.‚ 2011). This word in business and society helps promote and maintain order. Without having any laws‚ rules or regulations people would feel free to do what they want without any repercussions‚ punishment
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