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Civil Law

The distinction between informal religious dispute-resolution bodies and the state legal system

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Jan 23, 2026
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What is the legal difference between civil liability for sexual abuse and criminal conviction for rape?

for is a private legal remedy that requires proof by a “preponderance of the evidence” and can force money damages or injunctive relief but cannot send someone to prison, whereas a criminal conviction...

Feb 5, 2026

What exactly does posting a bond in civil judgment appeals mean, and how does it affect a plaintiff’s ability to collect?

Posting an (often called a supersedeas bond) is a financial guarantee from an appellant—usually backed by a surety or cash—that preserves the status quo by staying execution of a money judgment while ...

Jan 25, 2026

What role does Sadiq Khan see for Islamic law in UK society?

rejects the idea that Islamic law should supplant British law and has repeatedly defended the supremacy of law while condemning claims that he or seeks to "" as false and . He acknowledges that volunt...

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