Causes of Action: Civil Law and Social Justice
- ISBN-10
- 0117033278
- ISBN-13
- 9780117033276
- Pages
- 180
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2004-01-01
- Author
- Pascoe Pleasence
Description
Cases dealt with by civil courts involve problems that affect people's basic life opportunities and well-being and how they conduct their daily lives. This book sets out the findings of an indepth study of people's experiences of civil law problems, including exploring social, economic and health consequences. This study is the most extensive of its kind so far undertaken, and considers the experiences of respondents in relation to 18 problem categories, including discrimination, disputes with neighbours, consumer issues, employment, housing and homelessness, debt and welfare benefits, domestic violence, divorce and relationship breakdown, mental health and immigration. Issues discussed include: the links between the civil justice system and social exclusion; lack of public awareness or confidence in the civil law provision of individual rights; obstacles that can prevent problems being resolved; and the availability of advice and referrals systems.
