Answering the key question of whether there is an obligation for States to define and enact sound climate policies in order to avoid the impacts of global warming, this timely book provides expert analysis on recent global climate cases, assessing not only the plaintiffs' claims but also the legal reasoning put forward by the courts. As an increasing number of environmental organisations are requiring domestic courts to answer this fundamental question, this book illustrates that more and more c...
Learn How to Survive the Ordeal of a Lawsuit in this Valuable Guide Lawyers and Lawsuits: A Guide to Litigation is a lively, step-by-step analysis of the litigation process. Through real-life illustrations, you'll learn what you need to do when faced with a lawsuit - whether as a plaintiff or a defendant. This book will help you evaluate your attorney, understand your lawsuit in-depth, and, most importantly, empower you to make sure that the litigation process works for you. not your lawyer or o...