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Yet they tend to dismiss custom as being of slight importance compared to legislation (Georgiadis, General Principles of Civil Law, 19; Washofsky, Taking Precedent Seriously, 7). As a legal system, Roman law has affected the development of law worldwide. It also forms the basis for the law codes of most countries of continental Europe and has played an important role in the creation of the idea of a common European culture (Stein, Roman Law in European History, 2, 104–107). In the 18th century, Adam Smith presented a philosophical foundation for explaining the relationship between law and economics. The discipline arose …

Immerse yourself in the practical application of law and justice to tackle tomorrow’s big challenges. October 21, 2022 • A teenager accused of killing four fellow students and injuring more at Oxford High School last November is expected to plead guilty to murder next week, authorities said Friday. October 24, 2022 • A trial was set to begin in Minnesota court for former officers Tou Thao and J. In a turnabout, Kueng will plead guilty to aiding and abetting the manslaughter of Floyd. October 26, 2022 • The U.S. Postal Service cites the late Supreme Court justice’s legacy of “important …