ACTG 2P40 Lecture : day 1*.docx
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Three sources of law in canada: the constitution, legislation, the common law. The constitution: the constitution source of power, ability to make law, also a limit on power, the canadian charter of rights and freedoms. Human rights act applies to the average citizen. **look at definitions on side of text book wordings** Little pieces of statues that get added on. They are more likely to change: administrative tribunals. When statutes is different than common law, statute applies: equity fairness. Judge can decide either way intended for nice people, not those whom have done something wrong. 99. 9% of cases do not go to court because of cost. Trial is typed out and re-decided upon by the court of appeal. Arbitration (hire a judge, clerk, and a room to do a trial: costs, contingency fees*** (important, legal aid. Lawyer will be paid for if you can"t afford it. No assets or income and are being sent to jail or need child support.
