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What is equity law and where did it come from?
The law is a system of rules that resolves disputes on the basis of fairness. It was developed in the king's courts in England and merged with common law in america
What is equity law where did it come from?
Equity law is a system of law that developed in England to provide remedies that were not available under common law. It developed in the Court of Chancery, which was separate from the common law courts, to address situations where the strict application of common law rules led to injustice. Equity law is based on principles of fairness, justice, and conscience.
Which court was eventually combined with the regular court system?
Courts have been created and merged many times throughout US history. Perhaps the most important of these was the merger of the courts of equity into the courts of law.
When was Law Courts of Brussels created?
Law Courts of Brussels was created in 1883.
When was Victoria Law Courts created?
Victoria Law Courts was created in 1891.
What court uses admirality law?
Admiralty law courts were civil law courts, rather than common law.
What types of cases could early common law hear?
All cases which were not subject to the jurisdiction of another court. There were two court systems, the courts of law, and the courts of equity. Equity was descended from church courts and was more concerned with fairness and what was "right". Certain remedies were available only in one or the other. Money damages cases were heard in law courts, while pleas for injunctive relief - a court order to compel the defendant to do something, or stop doing something, were matter for the courts of equity. Today the two are "merged" in our modern judicial system and you can apply for relief which was traditionally "legal" or "equitable" in the sole court system.
What is the body of law created by the courts called?
The body of law created by the courts is called a statute. This is a very important type of law.
Does a dual system of state and federal courts exist today?
Yes, a dual system of state and federal courts exist today. They generally serve different purposes. The state courts are restricted to state issues. The federal courts generally deal with federal matters but can deal with state issues in matters such a law suit or civil rights issue when one of the parties is from out of state. On some issues, it also serves as a court of appeals for state courts.
What is the Body of law created by the courts?
Statutory law
How are courts applying traditional jurisdictional concepts to cases involving internet transactions?
Courts have generally tried to fit cases involving internet transactions into the traditional concepts by placing weight on the physical locations of the parties involved. For example, the courts may say the law that applies is the law of the state where the company is registered, or where the individual disputants are physically located.
Which type of courts handle cases for county law violations?
(country courts)
