The German Legal System and Legal Language, Vol. 1 7th Edition

Author: Howard D. Fisher
Publisher: Clarus Press
ISBN: 9781911611547

Previous Edition ISBN: 9781905536634
Published In: May 2021
Format: Paperback
Jurisdiction: Ireland ? Disclaimer:
Countri(es) stated herein are used as reference only

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Now in its 7th Edition, and split into two volumes, this book outlines the German federal system, drawing attention to many of the innumerable norms and fundamental principles contained in the common German codes. Supplementing the text are extensive notes and a select German/English legal vocabulary which, together, provide readers with the necessary tools in order to obtain a reliable overview of the rules, methods and terminology of German law.

The 7th edition of the German Legal System and Legal Language has undergone substantial revision throughout and there has been much amendment and reorganization since publication of the 6th edition. Among the many changes in the 7th edition are the following:

New two-volume format
Three new chapters: (i) family law and law of succession (ii) procedure in family matters, and (iii) international law, domestic law and foreign relations
Focus on fundamental constitutional concepts, with new exposés on the arrangement of law in codes, features of the German state, law and its relation to the state and the structure of government in the UK
New exposé on the constitutional right of general freedom of action and the general right of personality
Discussion of the character of rules of law
In the chapter on the Civil Code (BGB), new exposés on topics such as: § the principle of good faith § the object, place and time of performance § the concept of “loss” § assignment § contracts of sale § contracts for services § transaction of other people´s affairs without prior authority § contracts of surety § tort § the different types of possession, and § the protection of possession and ownership
Clearer explanation of essential terminology used in German commercial law
The different types of mercantile agent and the pitfalls of a general power of attorney
“Silent” partnerships
New exposé on the commissioner
New exposé on the duty of loyalty between members of a company
New exposés on establishment of the facts and the burden of proof in civil proceedings
The German rules regarding arbitration
New exposé on immediate protective measures in administrative law
Judicial review of administrative action and enforcement of administrative acts
Overview of attempt, self-defence and capacity in criminal law
New exposé on arrest warrants and investigative custody
Consideration of the fair trial principle and the evidence stage in criminal proceedings
Discussion of shipping documents (bills of lading) and methods of payment (letters of credit) in international trade
Expanded chapter on private international law, with a new exposé on selection of legal venue