Empirical Legal Studies
/ˌɛmpɪˈrɪkəl ˈliːɡəl ˈstʌdiz/
Definitions
- (n.) An interdisciplinary approach to law employing empirical methods to analyze legal systems, behavior, and outcomes.
Empirical legal studies use statistical data to evaluate the effects of new legislation.
Forms
- empirical legal study
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Commentary
Empirical legal studies emphasize data-driven analysis over doctrinal interpretation, encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration with social sciences.
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