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WEBThe law belongs to all of us, and Justia is proud to offer free access to federal and state court decisions, codes, and regulations. We also provide the full text of the Annotated US Constitution, as well as recent dockets and selected case filings from the US federal district and appellate courts.
Court | Definition, Functions, Structure, & Facts | Britannica
WEB3 days ago · court, a person or body of persons having judicial authority to hear and resolve disputes in civil, criminal, ecclesiastical, or military cases.
Glossary of Legal Terms - United States Courts
WEBA complete collection of every document filed in court in a case. Case law . The law as established in previous court decisions. A synonym for legal precedent. Akin to common law, which springs from tradition and judicial decisions. Caseload . The number of cases handled by a judge or a court. Cause of action . A legal claim. Chambers
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Rule of Law and the Courts - American Bar Association
WEBAug 22, 2019 · Rule of Law and the Courts. Share: Judicial Independence. An independent judiciary is necessary to ensure the rule of law is respected. Judicial independence means that judges are not subject to pressure and influence and are free to make impartial decisions based solely on fact and law.
Why Do We Need Laws? | The Judicial Learning Center
WEBIn the United States, we have written laws in place to help us settle disagreements peacefully through a fair system of justice. It is the job of the courts to interpret the laws. It is up to judges and juries to decide if we have indeed broken the law.
US Laws, Cases, Codes, and Statutes | FindLaw Caselaw
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US Case Law, Court Opinions & Decisions :: Justia
WEBCase law, also known as precedent or common law, is the body of prior judicial decisions that guide judges deciding issues before them. Depending on the relationship between the deciding court and the precedent, case law may be binding or merely persuasive.
Overview - Rule of Law | United States Courts
WEBRule of law is a principle under which all persons, institutions, and entities are accountable to laws that are: Publicly promulgated. Equally enforced. Independently adjudicated. And consistent with international human rights principles.
Judges Explain Rule of Law, Why It Matters - United States Courts
WEBAug 8, 2019 · Nine federal judges, in a new Judiciary “Court Shorts” video, explain how fair and consistent adherence to the law protects our rights and well-being in everyday situations like buying a breakfast sandwich, reading mail, and investing in the stock market.