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doctrine of precedent

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A quick definition of doctrine of precedent:

The doctrine of precedent is a rule that says when a court makes a decision about a case, that decision should be followed in similar cases in the future. This rule developed in the 19th century and is still used today. It means that judges should look at what other judges have decided in the past and follow those decisions. This helps to make sure that the law is consistent and fair for everyone.

A more thorough explanation:

The doctrine of precedent is a legal principle that states that previous court decisions should be followed when similar cases arise in the future. This principle is also known as stare decisis.

For example, if a court has previously ruled that a certain action is illegal, then future courts should follow that ruling when faced with a similar case. This helps to ensure consistency and predictability in the legal system.

The doctrine of precedent is important because it helps to establish a body of legal principles that can be relied upon by judges, lawyers, and citizens. It also helps to prevent arbitrary or inconsistent decisions from being made.

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BookwormBroker
16:10
same
RoaldDahl
16:10
@HopefullyInLawSchool: what if i already got rejected. does it mean anything
HopefullyInLawSchool
16:12
@RoaldDahl: Likely not however it could mean nothing
RoaldDahl
16:15
So if it means nothing does that mean something?
HopefullyInLawSchool
16:17
Possibly
RoaldDahl
16:26
Cool
RoaldDahl
16:26
thank you!!!! i hope it means something
pinkandblue
16:31
fart
IrishDinosaur
16:36
Mich R gang lesgooo
Did anyone else get that random get to know nova email?
HopefullyInLawSchool
17:21
Ya it was sent to all YM applicants
starfishies
17:37
Anyone get the NDLS email inviting you to apply for something even though they haven’t made a decision on your app yet
17:38
Better yet I got the email and I was rejected last month
starfishies
17:38
Wtf
starfishies
17:39
and the deadline is in like a week what is this
any cardozo movement?
BatmanBeyond
18:01
Sent a LOCI via portal, but I'm wondering if email would have gotten me a swifter response
BatmanBeyond
18:02
This whole hold/wait-list/reserve system is a headache
loci already?
BatmanBeyond
18:09
If the odds are like 1-2% I don't think it matters much by the numbers
12:11
I got the same NDLS email
OrangeThing
12:18
I think the user profiles are broken
19:29
Any word out of Notre Dame?
19:29
Only the invitation to apply for LSE
19:29
Anyone received a decision from NDLS?
19:50
when did u guys apply that just heard from umich? they havent even glanced at my app yet
0:30
how am i supposed to spy on people when profile links are broken?
Right. Broken links smh
I've been UR since first/second week of Jan, no updates otherwise, is that a bad sign? At or above median LSAT and above 75th gpa.
The profile links are not working for me. anybody else?
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