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The Rule Of Law And Enforcement Of Chinese Tort Law, Vincent R. Johnson Jan 2011

The Rule Of Law And Enforcement Of Chinese Tort Law, Vincent R. Johnson

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The majority of the work necessary to advance the Rule of Law in China is yet to be done. This is particularly the case as it relates to deterring accidents and compensating injuries. The Rule of Law is concerned with much more than the substantive terms of legal provisions. As such, China must develop the institutional practices that will bring to fruition the promise of the new Tort Law. In part, this will entail the proper selection, retention, and protection of judges. It will also depend on whether persons have access to the justice system, either through competent counsel or …