Economic Analysis
/ˌiːkəˈnɒmɪk əˈnæləsɪs/
Definitions
- (n.) The systematic examination of the economic implications of laws, regulations, or legal decisions to assess their efficiency and impact.
The court employed economic analysis to determine the potential effects of the new antitrust regulation.
- (n.) An interdisciplinary method combining legal principles with economic theory to guide policy and judicial decisions.
Economic analysis helps judges weigh the costs and benefits of legal rules.
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- economic analysis
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Commentary
Economic analysis in legal contexts emphasizes evaluating how laws affect economic behavior and resource allocation, often informing efficient legal rulemaking.
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