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Penn State International Law Review

German administrative law

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German Occupational Safety And Health Regulation From An American Perspective, Kenneth S. Kilimnik Jan 1988

German Occupational Safety And Health Regulation From An American Perspective, Kenneth S. Kilimnik

Penn State International Law Review

This article presents an inquiry into German occupational safety and health standards as compared to their United States counterpart, the Occupational Safety and Health Act. After an examination of the regulatory framework, standard-setting procedures~ and enforcement procedures of both countries, the author offers realistic recommendations, based on the best of both countries' safety and health provisions.


The West German Administrative Procedure Act: A Study In Administrative Decision Making, Edward J. Eberle Jan 1984

The West German Administrative Procedure Act: A Study In Administrative Decision Making, Edward J. Eberle

Penn State International Law Review

This Article examines the West German Administrative Procedure Act ("VwVfG"), which forms an essential element in the German model of administrative decision-making and provides valuable insight into the nature of administrative decision-making in Germany. The first section of this Article discusses the history surrounding codification of administrative procedure in Germany, the subject and scope of the VwVfG, and the role of the VwVfg plays within the overall German administrative law structure. The second section identifies the four procedural mechanisms provided for by the VWVfG to reach administrative decisions. The final section reviews administrative and judicial remedies available to contest final …