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Civil Law

Civil Law covers non-criminal legal matters affecting individuals and organizations. It regulates disputes between private parties over rights and obligations in areas such as contracts, property, family matters, and torts.
Sub-categories:

Contract Law oversees the formation, interpretation, and enforcement of agreements between parties, ensuring legal binding promises are upheld.

Tort Law addresses civil wrongdoings causing harm or loss, enabling victims to seek compensation for negligent or intentional acts.

Property Law governs the rights and responsibilities related to ownership, transfer, and use of real and personal property.

Family Law deals with domestic relations, including marriage, divorce, child custody, and adoption, focusing on the legal aspects of family dynamics.

Inheritance Law, or probate law, governs the distribution of a deceased person's estate to heirs, including wills, trusts, and intestacy rules.

Corporate Law regulates the creation, operation, and dissolution of corporations, including shareholders' rights, mergers, and acquisitions.

Employment Law protects the rights of workers and employers, setting standards for workplace safety, discrimination, and wage laws.

Environmental Law oversees the protection of natural resources and sets regulations for pollution control and conservation efforts.

Intellectual Property Law safeguards creators' rights, managing the use of patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets.

Consumer Law protects individuals from unfair business practices, ensuring consumer rights in transactions and product safety.

Trust Law manages the legal entity of a trust, facilitating the holding and protection of assets for beneficiaries.

Administrative Law regulates the activities of government agencies, including rulemaking, enforcement, and adjudication.

International Private Law resolves legal disputes involving foreign elements, focusing on cross-border issues and conflicts of law.

Civil Procedure outlines the process and rules for litigating civil cases through courts, from filing to trial and appeals.

Alternative Dispute Resolution covers non-judicial processes like arbitration and mediation, resolving conflicts outside traditional courts.

Landlord-Tenant Law governs the rental of property, detailing rights and duties of landlords and tenants within leasehold estates.