Legal Fictions in Private Law

Liron Shmilovits (University of Cambridge)

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Cambridge University Press
06 January 2022

Private & Civil law: general works

Legal fictions are falsehoods that the law knowingly relies on. It is the most bizarre feature of our legal system; we know something is false, and we still assume it. But why do we rely on blatant falsehood? What are the implications of doing so? Should we continue to use fictions, and, if not, what is the alternative? Legal Fictions in Private Law answers these questions in an accessible and engaging manner, looking at the history of fictions, the theory of fictions, and current fictions from a practical perspective. It proposes a solution to what to do about fictions going forward, and how to decide whether they should be accepted or rejected. It addresses the latest literature and deals with the law in detail. This book is a comprehensive analysis of legal fictions in private law and a blueprint for reform.

By: Liron Shmilovits (University of Cambridge)
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 235mm, Width: 157mm, Spine: 20mm
Weight: 510g
ISBN: 9781316519479
ISBN 10: 1316519473
Pages: 290
Publication Date: 06 January 2022
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

1. Old Fictions; 2. New Fictions Defined; 3. New Fictions Explored; 4. An Acceptance Test for Fictions; General Conclusion.

Liron Shmilovits is a Fellow in Law at Wolfson College, Cambridge. His research interests lie in private law, primarily contract and torts, as well as intellectual property.

Reviews for Legal Fictions in Private Law

'This is an exceptionally ambitious and original work. It will surely become the starting point for anyone wishing to understand this difficult and important subject.' Paul Mitchell, UCL

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