Slaves to the Bottle: Smith's Civil Damage Liquor Law

Slaves to the bottle: Smith's Civil Damage Liquor Law.

Civil Liability for Environmental Damage

Protecting nature and preserving its health is emphasized by different religions and human mind. Enjoying a healthy environment is a fundamental human right. Any damage to the environment requires compensation of damages incurred, which is within the scope of civil liability. The key question here is what is the nature of civil liability for environmental damage? How does choosing the right nat...

Civil Law in India

A Primer on the Civil-Law System

A Primer on the Civil-Law System councils of state. In Germany and countries that follow its model, special administrative courts have been created. In theory, ordinary court and administrative court jurisdiction is separate and exclusive, but disputes arise. In France, a special Tribunal of Conflicts decides which is the proper court for a disputed case. In Germany, the court in which the case...

Schizophrenia, civil liberties, and the law.

During the past 10 years, extensive studies have shown that schizophrenia is a true biological illness. Like diabetes and hypertension, it cannot be cured as yet, but it often can be controlled by medication. Schizophrenia, therefore, is not a hopeless condition, and many sufferers who receive proper treatment can lead productive lives. The stigma attached to schizophrenia will disappear, and t...