The concept of stare decisis, a Latin term meaning “to stand by points decided,” is central for the application of case regulation. It refers to the principle where courts comply with previous rulings, ensuring that similar cases are treated consistently over time. Stare decisis creates a way of legal security and predictability, allowing lawye… Read More

Laurie Lewis Case regulation, or judicial precedent, refers to legal principles created through court rulings. Contrary to statutory regulation created by legislative bodies, case regulation is based on judges’ interpretations of previous cases.Decisions are published in serial print publications called “reporters,” and can also be publishe… Read More