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John Horty

    The Logic of Precedent
    • 2024

      The Logic of Precedent

      Constraint, Freedom, and Common Law Reasoning

      • 292 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      The book presents a novel perspective on precedential constraint within common law, emphasizing the interplay between legal constraints and judicial freedom. It integrates insights from recent advancements in legal theory and artificial intelligence, applying a defeasible logic framework to enhance understanding of legal reasoning and decision-making processes. This approach aims to clarify how courts navigate the balance between adhering to precedent and exercising discretion.

      The Logic of Precedent