Introduction to Legal Work

Flashcards covering key vocabulary and concepts from the 'Introduction to Legal Work' lecture.

Right

A system of rules that are created and enforced through social or governmental institutions to regulate behavior.

Justice

The concept of moral rightness based on ethics, law, fairness, and equity.

Subjective Right

A legal right that an individual can assert against others.

Objective Right

The set of legal norms and rules that everyone must adhere to.

Private Law

The area of law governing relationships between individuals or organizations.

Public Law

The area of law governing the relationship between individuals and the state.

Legal Argument

A statement of reasons or facts that support a legal position.

Civil Code

A fundamental legal code that organizes the private law of a country.

Customary Law

Law that is derived from the general customs and practices of a society.

Mediation

A process where a neutral third party helps disputing parties find a mutually acceptable solution.

BGB

Bürgerliches Gesetzbuch, the German Civil Code that regulates private law.

Europarecht

Europarecht refers to the body of law dealing with the European Union and its member states.

Formal Law

Laws that are established through formal legislative processes.

Material Law

Laws that determine the rights and obligations of individuals.

Case Law

Law established by the outcome of former court cases.

Commercial Practices

Established norms and practices in the business world that are recognized by traders.

Subordination Relationship

A hierarchical structure in public law wherein individuals are subject to the authority of the state.

Statutory Law

Written laws that are enacted by legislative bodies.

Legal Capacity

The ability of an individual to enter into legal agreements or contracts.

Legal Procedure

The process through which legal rights are enforced and obligations are fulfilled.

Union Law

Laws and regulations that govern the European Union.

Trade Custom

Traditions and norms that govern conduct in commercial transactions.

Court of Justice

The highest court in the European Union that ensures uniform interpretation and application of EU law.

Contract Law

The area of law that governs the creation and enforcement of agreements.