article thumbnail

Understanding the Basics of Civil Law

LegalReader

A civil trial can be stressful for anyone, so consider hiring an attorney to accompany you throughout the experience. The peace of mind that comes with having a legal expert at your side can make all the difference.

article thumbnail

Netherlands: Civil Law Approach For Corporate Fraud - L&E Global

Mondaq

Marcus Draaisma and Lydia Milders have special expertise in adequately solving fraud cases within boards of directors and in the workplace.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Trending Sources

article thumbnail

What Is The Difference Between Bodily Injury And Personal Injury?

LegalReader

An interesting “intersection” between criminal and civil law regarding bodily and personal injury is wrongful death.

article thumbnail

4 Things to Consider Before Hiring a Family Lawyer

LegalReader

Unless you’re well versed in civil law, specifically family and property laws, an attorney experienced in these types of cases will be able to help you get the best out of a messy situation.

Civil Law 104
article thumbnail

California legislature passes bill empowering private citizens to sue over gun violence

JURIST

In a press release from Newsom regarding the new legislation, a link was drawn between SB 1327 and the Texas abortion bill upheld by the Supreme Court.

article thumbnail

Supreme Court of Canada rules police officers cannot sue Crown prosecutors for misfeasance

JURIST

Permitting police lawsuits against the Crown suggests to the public that officers could “police” prosecutions through civil law, erasing public confidence in the court’s objectivity.

Court 211
article thumbnail

Are Parents Responsible When Their Child Causes a Bicycle Accident?

LegalReader

Child liability has been around for many years and is still a part of our civil law system. Under this doctrine, parents are responsible for the acts and injuries of their children.