Understanding Legal Obligations in the Absence of a Contract. In the realm of US law, contracts play a pivotal role in regulating legal relationships and setting forth the rights and duties of parties involved. However, it is important to note that not all legal obligations require a formal contract to be established. Obligation: A Legal-Theoretical Perspective. DOI: Editors: T. Gizbert Studnicki. Authors: Stefano Bertea. University of Leicester. Abstract. In this essay, I reflect on the fundamental According to Hart, legal obligations are created through the operation of primary and secondary rules within a legal system. These rules give rise to a sense of obligation on the part of individuals to comply with the requirements set forth by the legal system. Legal Obligation in International Law and International Finance David Zaring† In an era riddled with critiques of the relevance of classic international law, some have loudly given up on the subject, while others have placed their hopes in alternative mechanisms of global governance. One alterna- FvQ43.

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