Case Law Synonyms

Law based on previous judicial decisions, or precedents
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. common law
  2. precedent
  3. non-statutory law

Words Related to Case Law

Related words are words that are directly connected to each other through their meaning, even if they are not synonyms or antonyms. This connection may be general or specific, or the words may appear frequently together.

Related:

  1. statute-law
  2. substantive law
  3. caselaw

Case Law Sentence Examples

  • It was the precedent in case law governing consent to treatment.

  • Comment from Nicholas Conway, of Wordwave Caselex will tap into national case law which will then be exploited at a European level.

  • That approach has some support in the case-law [20 ], although there are conflicting dicta.

  • Students must develop an argument on the basis of prior case law and principle that supports their side, and anticipate objections and counter-arguments.

  • This edition has been significantly rewritten to reflect major developments in legislation, case law and European Community law since the last edition.

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