Certainty and Justice: Studies of the Conflict Between Precedent and Progress in the Development of the Law (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Frederic R. Coudert

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0265364973 ISBN 13: 9780265364970

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2022

Synopsis

Certainty and Justice explores how law tries to balance stable rules with fair outcomes in a changing world.

This landmark study examines the long tension between rigid precedent and the push for progress in legal development. It traces how courts use the rule of stare decisis to create coherent rules, while also showing when fixed rules fail to reflect evolving social needs. The book dives into debates about monopolies, legislation, and the role of judges in interpreting statutes, offering case history and thoughtful analysis without getting lost in jargon.

• How precedent helps or hinders justice in real cases
• How statutes are read for meaning and legislative intent
• The impact of legal delays, professional competence, and court procedures on fairness
• Historical examples that illuminate ongoing debates about law and society

Ideal for readers of legal history and policy, this edition speaks to anyone who wants a clear view of how law adapts to progress while seeking stable standards.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0265364973
• ISBN 13: 9780265364970
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 334