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Philosophy

Comparative Analysis of Common Law and Civil Law Legal Systems

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Common law originated in medieval England and relies on judicial precedents, while civil law traces its roots to Roman law and emphasizes comprehensive written codes. Today, about 80% of countries use civil law, while common law is used in the UK, the US, and former British colonies.

Why this is interesting

Have you ever wondered why American judges reference past cases while French judges rely on a written code? The answer lies in two deeply different ways of thinking about law.