term used when small groups within a larger society maintain their unique cultural identities.[1]Legal pluralism goes one further to incorporate multiple legal systems within one geographic area.[2] Plural legal systems are particularly common‚ where the law of a former colonial authority may exist alongside more traditional legal systems.[3] The following paper will look into whether or not two legal systems can co-exist and if they can co-exist in an equitable way acknowledging that both are valid
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Before looking at if the intention to create legal relations should be used to replace consideration‚ it is important to look at how these doctrines fit into the essential elements in a contract. Their use will then be discussed‚ together with the doctrine of promissory estoppel. In evaluating these principles reference will be made to case law‚ judicial comment and of leading contract academics work. Finally‚ thought will be given to the future of consideration‚ and if it is still necessary today
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Legal Studies Revision Law: 1. A set of rules imposed on all members of a community 2. Officially recognised‚ bound and enforced by persons or organisations like the police / courts 3. We need laws in society because there is a need to keep people safe and sort out disputes Customs: 1. Collective habits/traditions. 2. Developed in a society over a long period of time. 3. Example: walking on the left hand side. Rules: 1. Regulations or principles governing procedure or controlling
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“Legal drinking age should be lowered to 18” Pros * The age at which one is considered a legal adult in the US is typically 18. Turning 18 entails receiving the rights and responsibilities of adulthood to vote‚ smoke cigarettes‚ serve on juries‚ get married‚ sign contracts‚ be prosecuted as adults‚ and join the military - which includes risking one’s life. This recognition of maturity should also encompass the right to drink; if young people are responsible enough to fight for their country
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------------------------------------------------- Legal decisions Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act 2005 recognises “relationship in the nature of marriage” and protects female partners from domestic violence. Such partners can claim monetary and other reliefs under the Act.[1] In S. Khushboo Vs. Kanniammal & Anr.‚[2] the Supreme Court of India‚ placing reliance upon its earlier decision in Lata Singh Vs. State of U.P. & Anr.‚[3] held that live-in-relationship is permissible
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COMPANY AS A SEPARATE LEGAL ENTITY Definition: A legal entity‚ typically a business‚ that is defined as detached from another business or individual with respect to accountability. A separate legal entity may be set up in the case of a corporation or a limited liability company‚ to separate the actions of the entity from those of the individual or other company. Meaning: If a business is a separate legal entity‚ it means it has some of the same rights in law as a person. It is‚ for example
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and electronic document and filing storage systems have enabled firms to be more effective in time management when dealing with the litigation process. The cost of storing documents is reduced due to the amount of space not needed in the storage of legal documents. Using e-email and scanned documents help us to not only communicate faster; it enables us to retrieve documents twice as fast because of the intricate file organization. By anticipating future problems with the move to go paperless‚ we
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contract exists. The creation of legal relations is a doctrine of the English contract law that is defined as an intention is to enter a legally binding agreement or contract. An agreement‚ which is defined as the meeting of minds with the acceptance and understanding of mutual legal rights and duties as to particular actions or accountability‚ is legally enforceable only if the contracting parties may be deemed by the court to have intended it. The intention to create legal relations is a vital principle
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Sefan Cini Task 1 – Legal Studies 20/11/12 Sefan Cini Task 1 – Legal Studies 20/11/12 Legal Report Hearing Date: 26 March 2010Judgment Date: 4th June 2010The Parties Involved:The CrownKathleen Worrall (Offender) | Judgment Of:Fullerton JThe Counsel:P Barrett (Crown)J Stratton SC (Offender) | Legal citation R v Worrall [2010] NSW SC 593 Legal Report Hearing Date: 26 March 2010Judgment Date: 4th June 2010The Parties Involved:The
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1. What are the 5 hottest topics today involving legal‚ regulatory and ethical issues impacting on operating a B2C ebusiness? ECommerce has revolutionized the business world by expanding the marketplace and redefining the traditional organizational structure. Its economic influence has been considerable resulting in implications for politics‚ society and ethics. The future for eBusiness is bright. It will continue its rapid expansion and may eventually take over from traditional business practices
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