Law serves to maintain peace, preserve rights, and promote social justice. Law is the result of political action and varies by nation. US legal system combines state and federal law with various sources
Civil law governs private rights and provides legal remedies in disputes. Derived from ancient Roman law through Emperor Justinian I's Corpus Juris Civilis. In US, synonymous with common law based on prior court decisions
Parties can request reasonable prices for services without fixed prices. Cessionarius is the assignee, cedens is the assignor. Commodans are lenders, commomatarius are borrowers. Locatio conductio operarum refers to employment and servitude
Bankruptcy lawyers handle insolvency issues for individuals and corporations. Business lawyers manage corporate transactions and intellectual property. Constitutional lawyers interpret and implement U.S. Constitution. Criminal defense lawyers advocate for accused individuals. Employment lawyers handle workplace relations between unions and employees
Chose refers to combined bundle of rights in property. Chose in action can only be enforced through court action. Chose in possession can be enforced through physical possession. Alternative historical uses include local and transitory choices
Skiing/snowboarding accidents require legal guidance for compensation. Bus/public transportation accidents involve severe physical and financial consequences. Industrial machinery accidents present unique legal challenges. Birth injury cases require medical record examination and expert testimony