Gerhardt, Michael J., 1956-

The power of precedent / Michael J. Gerhardt. - Oxford ; New York : Oxford University Press, 2008. - 340 p. ; 25 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

The patterns of Supreme Court precedent -- Theories of precedent -- The golden rule -- Non-judicial precedent -- The multiple functions of precedent -- Super precedent -- The future of precedent.

9780195150506 (hardback : alk. paper)

2007023693


Stare decisis--United States.
Law--Interpretation and construction.--United States

KF429 / .G47 2008

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