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Role And Functions Of Law

Role and Functions of Law

Introduction
Over time man has evolved from an uncivilized primate to a technological driven working machine, but that evolution could not have occurred without law. Law gives the backbone a society needs to flourish in a civilized and more or less positive way. Although laws in most societies are not perfect, they keep society members in check and prevent chaos from running amok. In this paper I will discuss the major roles and functions of law will be discussed including constitutions, statues and common law, law classifications, and finally the different types of courts. (Mallor, Barnes, Bowers, & Langvardt, 2007)
Role and Functions of Law
In order to determine the functions or role of the law in society and business Merriam-Webster’s Online Dictionary gives the following definition. Law is defined as “a binding custom or practices of a community: a rule of conduct or action prescribed or formally recognized as a binding or enforced by a controlling authority” (Merriam-Webster, Inc. (2009). Law has many roles and functions within business and society. Some of the roles of laws set rules of conduct and ethical standards for business and society. Laws also provide a means to settle disputes. In today’s society, the act of peacekeeping is much more difficult than ever before and since the businesses are susceptible to civil and or private disputes the predetermined business laws aid in remedying the dispute. Checking government power and promoting personal freedom deals with constitutional restrictions. There are several different types of law to consider. There are also different classifications of law.
Constitutions
Constitutions are one type of law. Constitutions exist at both the state and federal level. Constitutions create different branches of the government and determine what powers are given to each branch. Constitutions serve a second purpose they prevent other units of government from passing laws that would...