THE ANGLO-SAXON DOCTRINE OF PRECEDENT

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the Anglo-Saxon doctrine of precedent, learning about its unique features and subtle differences compared to continental jurisprudence. This book is a comprehensive study of a topic that has not yet received an exhaustive treatment in Polish-language legal literature. Discover the rules governing the doctrine of binding precedent, and learn about the original concepts and institutions characteristic of Anglo-Saxon law.

• Comprehensive study of the topic of precedent in Anglo-Saxon law.
• Detailed discussion of key concepts such as stare decisis, ratio decidendi, and obiter dicta.
• Comparison with continental jurisprudence.
• Analysis of the differences between precedents in the USA and the United Kingdom.
• Accessible language and clear structure.
• Extensive bibliography and index.
• Ideal for students, lawyers, and anyone interested in legal systems.

The book by Maciej Koszowski, a recognized expert in the field of law, presents an in-depth analysis of the Anglo-Saxon doctrine of precedent, taking into account its historical roots and contemporary applications. Drawing on his research experience at foreign universities, the author presents the rules governing the doctrine of binding precedent, focusing on the original concepts and institutions characteristic of Anglo-Saxon law. The horizontal and vertical aspects of the stare decisis principle, ratio decidendi, obiter dicta, a case of first impression, distinguishing, overruling, and cases of establishing a precedent per incuriam or sub silentio are discussed.

In addition, the book highlights the subtle differences between precedents in the United States of America and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, taking into account the division of the former into individual states and the latter into three separate jurisdictions. The culmination of the issues raised is an attempt to assess, from the perspective of solutions characteristic of the Anglo-Saxon doctrine of precedent, their counterparts from continental jurisprudence. As a result, this study is an excellent comparison of the common law system with civil law systems.

This publication is a valuable source of knowledge for law students, practicing lawyers, and anyone interested in comparative law and the functioning of different legal systems around the world. Thanks to its in-depth analysis and accessible language, this book allows you to understand the intricacies of the Anglo-Saxon doctrine of precedent and appreciate its impact on contemporary law. Format 170x244 mm, paperback, 326 pages.