Comparative Law and Language with Reference to Case Law

Abstract

Comparative law is necessary in the modern era in which legal systems absorb ideas and elements from other legal systems and customary legal classifications are altered. Comparative law is closely intertwined with language because the research of different legal systems presupposes the study of legal texts written in different languages. Even if translation exists, a totally crucial issue arises: can the legal essence of the case law of a country be interpreted appropriately in any language but the original?

Keywords

• legal language
• legal translation
• comparative law
• case law
• english language
• culture
• company law