Law And Morality: Condensed Flashcards
1
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Jeremy Bentham
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-utilitarianism (max happiness)
-purpose of law was to prevent harm
2
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John Austin
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legal positivism (sovereign authority)
3
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HLA Hart
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law and morality can influence eachother
4
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Raz
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authority of law (clear guidance and maintains social order)
5
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Aquinas
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law should reflect natural moral order
6
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Donoghue v Stevenson
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moral obligation not to harm others
neighbour principle: moral duty to care for others safety and well being
7
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Bolam v Friern Hospital
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-case shows moral obligation to care for others balancing individuals rights and public safety
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