Laws Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What is common law?
A
Is developed by judges that affect future cases
2
Q
What is the opposite of law?
A
Anarchy
3
Q
Why do we need laws?
A
- to ensure safety
- settle disputes
- prevent disputes
- achieve fairness
- protect people’s rights
- to enforce the law
4
Q
What are the different types of damage?
A
- loss of property
- Physical pain
- wrongful dismissal of job
- purchase of something broken
- molestation
5
Q
What is criminal law?
A
A type of law which involves punishment of the offender by the state.
