The landmark case of *Caparo Industries plc v Dickman and others* (1990) significantly influenced the realm of audit law by ruling that auditors owe a duty of care to existing shareholders as a collective entity rather than to individual shareholders.
A landmark decision is a court case that is studied because it has historical and legal significance. These decisions notably set important precedents that can influence and guide future court rulings. In the legal field, a landmark decision can shape or alter laws, societal norms, and judicial interpretations.
LEXIS, short for Legal Exchange Information Service, is a comprehensive online legal research service that provides access to a vast repository of legal resources including case law, statutes, regulations, news, and business information. It is widely used by legal professionals, law students, and researchers.
In a legal context, an opinion refers to the reason given for a court's judgment, finding, or conclusion. This document explains the term, provides examples, answers frequently asked questions, and offers references for further study.
Stare Decisis is a legal principle that mandates courts to follow judicial precedents set by previous cases when making decisions on new cases involving similar issues.
