Sources and Classifications of American Law

This lecture explores the foundations and sources of American law, emphasizing the supreme role of constitutions, the hierarchy of statutes, and the importance of case law. It examines the interplay between federal and state constitutions, statutory laws, ordinances, and administrative regulations. Key topics include the principles of judicial precedent, the concept of stare decisis, and the classifications of laws such as substantive, procedural, civil, criminal, public, and private. We will...